August 19, 2015
Photographing roosting birds
With millions of birds gathering across the UK, David Tipling looks at the potential on offer for photographing roosting birds.
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Wildlife Photography
Whether you’re new to wildlife photography or looking to improve your skills, we have plenty of tips and techniques to help you on your way.
We’ll also help you choose the best camera and the best lens for wildlife photography, whether you’re simply wondering which focal length to use or are looking for the best kit too.
For those already kitted out but looking for location ideas, we can also point you in the direction of the best spots to get great animal and nature shots.
If you’re a beginner, get started with our tips with our complete guide to wildlife photography, or have a go at creating black and white animal photos, or learn how to capture great bird shots in your own garden.
Quick wildlife photography tips:
What is the best focal length for wildlife photography?
The best focal length depends on how close you can get to your subject. If you’re forced to keep your distance then a longer focal length will serve you much better, aim for somewhere around the 300mm or 400mm range.
How can I be an ethical wildlife photographer?
Opinions on how to behave as a wildlife photographer, wildly differ. Photographers can’t all be expected to be experts in animal behaviour but do have a duty of care. A deep love of nature is paramount, and every life form is treated with equal importance and put before any photographic pursuit.
If you’re asking yourself uncomfortable questions about whether your approach to photographing a subject is ethical, then it most likely isn’t.
What is the difference between nature and landscape photography?
Landscape photography tends to encompass whole scenes, capturing a much wider view, while nature photography focuses on much smaller elements, such as animals and plants.
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July 28, 2015
Photographing birds in flight
Top wildlife pro David Tipling on the skills you need to capture birds in flight.
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July 17, 2015
Wildlife watch: Atlantic puffins
Atlantic puffins are now at the height of their activity and can provide a memorable photographic experience, as Richard Peters explains
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June 26, 2015
Wildlife Watch: Photographing Bitterns
Bitterns are members of the heron family and live in wetland environments. Oscar Dewhurst looks at what it takes to capture these secretive birds
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May 13, 2015
10 commandments of wildlife photography
Three top wildlife photographers share their expert tips and techniques gleaned over many years of working in the field.
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November 7, 2014
Shooting wildlife with 4K video
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March 31, 2014
Nature Tips
Here are some of the best ways to capture naturally beautiful images...
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November 25, 2013
Masterclass with Dave Stevenson – Wildlife
Four lucky AP readers learn from wildlife photographer Dave Stevenson about how to caputre great animal shots at ZSL London Zoo.
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July 24, 2013
Glen Wexler Profile
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July 13, 2013
The Life of a Wildlife Photographer
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June 6, 2013
Neil Mclntyre Profile
