There’s a lot of talk in the safari world about “the good old days,” when an African safari was a mysterious journey into an untamed world of raw, unspoiled beauty. The golden savannahs stretched endlessly, dotted only with towering acacia trees, and the distant silhouette of mountains created a majestic backdrop. The atmosphere was rich… Read more »
Beyond the beautiful tribal portraits lies an experience so profound that many travelers return again and again. I’ve recently returned from 35 days in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley, a place I’ve visited multiple times a year for more than 15 years. Still, the depth of tradition, the ceremonies, and the photographic opportunities continue to overwhelm me…. Read more »
Photography is one of the most powerful ways we can celebrate the natural world. Every image created in the field, every soft morning light, every long afternoon in the heat and dust, every unexpected moment unfolding in true wilderness becomes part of a much larger story. It is a story of pride, of connection, and… Read more »
Our last safari was fantastic with loads of smiles! The sightings were incredible (I will post some soon), but what really stood out was that everyone was loving the experience, and our vehicles had a lot to do with that. No longer must guests on photo tours take snapshots from standard safari vehicles, shooting down… Read more »
I first introduced doors-off helicopter photography during a migration safari years ago. However, a few years ago, I reintroduced it in my African Wildlife Extreme (AWE) . The experience was unlike anything else, a blend of adrenaline and serenity, where the roar of the rotors gave way to an overwhelming sense of freedom. It sold out… Read more »
Join me for an insightful journey into my tribal photography of the Last Tribes of Africa FREE ZOOM presentation, Sunday, September 21, 2025. REGISTER **If you are not able to make it, you will be sent a link to the recording to watch at your leisure.
For most of my career, I used only three or four lenses. But recently, my kit has nearly doubled. Maybe it’s because I now live in Kenya and keep my gear on the continent where I work. Or maybe it’s the tempting new lenses my guests bring along that I can’t resist trying. One of… Read more »
Four years ago, I returned to Kenya full-time—choosing once again to live on the continent that has shaped so much of my life and work. When I arrived, I was lucky enough to settle into a unique space: a treehouse on a quiet property that had once been a safari camp. Here is an article… Read more »
Why I Keep Returning to the Highlands of Rwanda and seeking out remote places like Mahale and the Congo Few creatures on this planet fascinate me more than primates. Maybe it’s their expressiveness, their familial bonds, the way they seem to live so fully in each moment, or because they are so similar to us…. Read more »
Understanding the Piper Mackay Brand Family Over the years, my work has grown and evolved in exciting ways artistically, professionally, and geographically. Many of you have joined me along the journey, and I’m deeply grateful for your continued support and curiosity. To make things simpler and clearer, I want to briefly explain the three different… Read more »
