Are the good old days ever coming back? Generally, not, but in 5-10 years from now, these will be the “Good old’ days!” Therefore, it is time to get energized and make 2024 as great as possible! There is no subtle fluffy way to approach this as the facts are the facts; the cost of… Read more »
In the far corners of Africa, where ancient spirits dance, lies the enchanting Suri tribe. Inspired by their environment of wild trees, exotic flowers, lush vegetation, and colorful birds, the talented Suri tribespeople use the clay soil of bright yellows, startling whites, and rich earth reds to decorate their bodies and create elaborate headpieces. Beyond their… Read more »
After a long wait, I finally upgraded my Nikon D850s to the Z8 just before the beginning of the high season. I would be fibbing if I said it did not come with a steeper learning curve than expected. I have been using the Z7 mirrorless for my IR photography for five years, but there… Read more »
A significant benefit of living in Kenya is the easy accessibility I have to the places I wish to explore and create memorable experiences. No longer does it take advanced planning and a costly investment. I can stay current on what is happening and make quick changes or improvements – or perhaps that is the… Read more »
When the stress of life becomes daunting, the dream of escaping to wild places brings comfort to my soul and puts a smile on my face. Living in Kenya, with 42 tribes, 40 wildlife reserves, multiple subspecies, and incredibly diverse ecosystems, creates endless possibilities. Generally, my thoughts flow to the far remote north and the… Read more »
Creativity is a powerful force that fuels artistic expression and is an essential part of the photographic experience. However, when you specialize in a genre, subject, or geographical location it easy to become stagnant. This is what happened to me about 7 years ago. After photographing across Africa for over a decade I had NOT… Read more »
In the far corners of the untamed African wilderness, where ancient spirits dance, lies the enchanting realm of Tribal Africa. Places where the rhythm of life beats with the pulse of tradition. There is only a tiny area, separated by a few lines on a map, where one can still journey through a kaleidoscope of… Read more »
There seems to be much chatter about whether to hide or seek on safari, and both can be considered controversial as most things are subjective. However, like many situations, one’s opinion often changes after they have experienced something they had a preconceived notion about from other people’s shared experiences. It seems fitting to be writing… Read more »
The Omo Valley has an extremely special place in my heart, as it does for almost all who have travelled there. It is the one tribal region where clients return with me repeatedly, even 3 or 4 times! It is hard to imagine my first trip there was nearly 15 years ago when there were… Read more »
A good photograph is the product of many things. Light, background, and our choices about it. One subject or many. Our selection of optics, perspective, motion, and use of space. How we use them leaves an impression and an emotional response. Rather than words, the photographs below show a more powerful story of a simple… Read more »
