
Wildlife Notes – Red-Bellied Woodpecker
The Red-Bellied Woodpecker known scientifically as Melanerpes carolinus, a vibrant and vocal inhabitant of wooded areas across the eastern United States, is easily recognized by

The Red-Bellied Woodpecker known scientifically as Melanerpes carolinus, a vibrant and vocal inhabitant of wooded areas across the eastern United States, is easily recognized by

Muskrats, often overlooked amid the flashier wildlife spectacles, play a crucial yet understated role in their aquatic ecosystems. These medium-sized rodents, known scientifically as Ondatra

Embarking on a Landscape Photography Workshop: Essential Gear and Key Concepts Participating in a landscape photography workshop is an exciting opportunity to capture the beauty

March 7th, 2026 Learn to Take Control of Your Camera in the Field If you’ve ever come home from a day of photographing wildlife feeling

One of the most common questions I hear, especially from people new to photography, is deceptively simple: “What camera do you use?” It’s an understandable

As a nature and wildlife photographer, my mission has always been to capture the raw, untouched beauty of the natural world—moments that inspire wonder and

Getting Ready for a Wildlife Photography Workshop: Essential Gear and Key Concepts Participating in a wildlife photography workshop offers an incredible opportunity to capture animals

Most people come to nature and wildlife photography for the images.
That makes sense. Cameras, lenses, light, and timing are what draw people in. But photography outdoors does not happen in a controlled environment, and that reality is rarely addressed in any meaningful way.
Weather changes.
Trails are longer than they look.
Light fades faster than expected.
Batteries die.
Bodies get tired.
Judgment slips.
Over the years, I’ve come to believe that teaching photography without addressing these realities does people a disservice. That belief is why Fieldcraft for Photographers is now a formal and mandatory part of my in-person workshops.

Discovering the Blue Jay: A Vibrant Icon of North American Wildlife The Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) is one of North America’s most striking and easily

🦅 New eBook Release! Wild Encounters: A Beginner’s Guide to Photographing Birds 📸Learn to Capture the Beauty, Behavior, and Personality of Birds—No Experience Needed I’m

Exciting news for our valued customers at Captured Wilderness Photography! We are pleased to announce that we now accept AfterPay™ as a payment option. This

Hello Nature Enthusiasts and Wildlife Aficionados! Imagine starting your day with the serene sight of a waterfall cascading down a mountainside, or ending it with