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🆕 New Blog Post - Over / Under Photography - (January 14, 2026)
Over / under (split-shot) images look effortless when you see them online, but the reality is very different. In this new blog, I break down what I’ve learned from years of trying, and failing, to get these shots right. 👉 Read The Blog
For the Birds – Red Crested Cardinal - (January 13, 2026)
Not everyone loves birds, but for those who do, this one’s for you. For the Birds is a new daily photo gallery dedicated to our feathered friends from around the world. 👉 Check out the Photos
Behind the Lens - Blue Shark - (January 12, 2026)
New images and photography insights on our website. Each post offers a glimpse behind the lens, stories, field notes, and techniques from encounters with wildlife around the world. 👉 Check Out the Photos
Blog Post - How I prepare and pack for wildlife trips - (January 10, 2026)
Why I start packing a week before every trip. A simple process to reduce stress and avoid last-minute surprises. 👉 Read the Blog
Blog Post - Nature Isn’t a Luxury, It’s a Relationship. - (January 8, 2026 )
A windy run, a simple choice, and a reminder that nature is always calling… even close to home. 👉 Read the Blog.
Blog Post - When boardrooms decide what lives and dies. - (January 6, 2026 )
A story from the front lines of conservation, centered around a moment in Cancún that changed how I see conservation forever, and why nature no longer gets to decide its own fate. 👉 Read the Blog
Blog Post - Final Blog for 2025 - (December 20, 2025 )
As 2025 draws to a close, this latest blog reflects on final thoughts of a year filled with powerful encounters, uncomfortable truths, and moments that stayed with us long after the camera was put away. 👉 Read the Blog
Wild Minute - Marlin Baitball 2025 - (December 16, 2025 )
All the Wild Minute episodes (22 - 27), are live from Baja. From scattered baitballs to explosive finales, these one-minute clips capture the chaos, patience, and magic of marlin, sea lions, pelicans, and even a Bryde’s whale closing out the trip. 👉 Watch The Videos
Trip Report: Marlin Baitball Expedition 2025 - (December 15, 2025 )
Our Marlin Baitball Trip Report is now online. Day-by-day stories from Mag Bay, including long searches, tough days at sea, incredible baitball encounters, whales, sea lions, and the moments in between that define life on the water. 👉 Read the Report
Blog Post - Why I Never Fly Without AirTags (December 7, 2025 )
Travel can get chaotic fast, delayed flights, tight connections, and bags that don’t always follow the plan. On my way to Baja this week, my AirTag saved my luggage again, 👉 Read the Blog
Trip Report - Tiger Beach & Bimini 2025. - (December 6, 2025 )
Our latest expedition report is live! From wild weather at Tiger Beach to crystal-blue encounters in Bimini, this week gave us tiger sharks, hammerheads, bull sharks, dolphins, and a few surprises. 👉 Read the Trip Report
Trip Report - Norway Orcas 2025 - (November 17, 2025)
We’ve just returned to northern Norway, where orcas and humpback whales gather each winter to feed on the great herring migration. Join us for an unforgettable week of the raw Arctic, and wildlife encounters on the fjords. 👉 Read the Report.
The Wild Minute - (November 18, 2025)
The Wild Minute, is now live! This is a one-minute video series sharing real moments from the field. The journey continues, we are currently in Skjervoy, Norway for orcas and Arctic wildlife. 👉 Watch Episode 14.
Trip Report - Polar Bear Expedition 2025 - (November 8, 2025)
Our Churchill adventure has begun! From early morning flights to the edge of Hudson Bay to up-close moments with polar bears, ptarmigan, and Arctic hares, the tundra is alive with stories. 👉 Read the Report
Blog Post - The One Rule I Always Break in Wildlife Photography. - (October 22, 2025)
Why sometimes the best wildlife shots happen when you break the rules, like shooting straight into the sun. It’s a mix of art, instinct, and chaos, with a few practical tips for capturing backlit subjects when the moment finds you. 👉 Read the Blog
Blog Post - Imperfect Words - (October 20, 2025)
It’s a personal reflection on the challenge of finding the right words — words that move people, protect the wild, and make others care about animals that are often overlooked.👉 Read the Report
Blog Post - Are Orcas Dangerous? - (October 15, 2025)
Many people fear orcas after seeing stories of attacks and captivity. But after swimming with orcas in Baja, Norway, and New Zealand, I learned the truth. 👉 Read the Blog
