WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHER & PHOTOGRAPHY SAFARI LEADER
I am a wildlife photographer and safari leader specialising in ethical, sustainable photography safaris in sub-Saharan Africa. My work focuses on wildlife behaviour and interactions within their natural habitat, offering a true glimpse into the dynamics of the natural world.
By combining technical expertise with deep fieldcraft knowledge, I provide guests with world-class guidance during meaningful encounters in remote locations.
From 2020 through to 2023 I was honoured to be an Official FUJIFILM UK X-Photographer and I continue to work with the team in an ambassador role.
Alongside my own work, I am a director, photography and guide with African Photography Safaris and freelance guide for Penda Photo Tours, leading immersive photography safaris and sharing my passion and expertise.
Your African Photography Adventure Awaits
Kenya | South Africa | Botswana | Zambia
Kenya: Maasai Mara Lemek Conservancy
26th August 2027
Immerse yourself in Kenya’s legendary Maasai Mara without the tourist crowds. Nestled in the pristine, low-vehicle density private Lemek Conservancy, our authentic, Maasai-owned and managed camp offers an intimate safari experience where the wilderness belongs entirely to you.
With African Photography Safaris
Botswana: Tuli Wilderness
12th July 2027
Enjoy exclusive, private use of a safari camp with strictly limited, ultra-low vehicle density and an incredibly diverse ecosystem spanning dramatic rocky Kopjes, open plains and riverine habitat with unobstructed, front-row access to Africa’s most spectacular wildlife action.
With Penda Photo Tours
South Africa: Timbavati
19th July 2027
In a private reserve of the Greater Kruger we’ll be surrounded by the African ‘Big-Five’, plus a lot more including amazing birdlife. Timbavati’s wildlife is well known to be exceptionally relaxed around safari vehicles so we can expect to photograph the big-five with ease.
With Penda Photo Tours
Zambia: South Luangwa
16th November 2026
Home to one of sub-Sahran Africa’s highest densities of leopards and wild dogs, the Luangwa River’s floodplains offer amazing wildlife photography opportunities. Lions stalking prey around waterholes, hippos battling for dominance – it is a photographer’s paradise.
With Penda Photo Tours
Experience counts!
To date, I’ve led 41 group and private wildlife photography safaris in Kenya, South Africa and Botswana.
Number 42? Zambia!
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Each print is individually produced to order by a multi award winning professional photography laboratory in the UK, using the finest materials and exacting production standards. The result is a beautifully finished print designed to showcase every detail of the original photograph.
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African Photography Safaris Podcast #18
Read more: African Photography Safaris Podcast #18Our African Photography Safaris Podcast is officially an adult! Our 18th African Photography Safaris podcast is back. We’ve had a bit of a gap between 17 and 18 – sorry!
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Umlani Trailcam
Read more: Umlani TrailcamDuring our recent July 2026 safari at Umlani Bushcamp in South Africa’s Timbavati, I set up my trail camera outside my room to see what was moving around during the night. We always hear nocturnal wildlife without knowing what is going on. We don’t recommend wandering throughout the night! So,…
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One Leopard, Two Years Apart?
Read more: One Leopard, Two Years Apart?That was the question that started nagging at me after one of many fantastic leopard sightings in Botswana’s Tuli Wilderness in July, while leading a photography trip for Penda Photo Tours based at Serolo Camp. We had a young male leopard in front of us that seemed to fit an…
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Maasai Mara Photography Safari
Read more: Maasai Mara Photography SafariPlaces are now available for our Maasai Mara Photography Safari with Alan during the great migration season. Current dates: 26th August 2027, with 7 and 11 night options available. This Maasai Mara photography safari is crafted specifically for photographers. You’ll be based in Lemek, one of the Maasai Mara’s private…
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Umlani Through The Lens
Read more: Umlani Through The LensSouth African lifestyle magazine Wild Getaways included my connection to Umlani Bushcamp in Timbavati in their article, “Umlani Through the Lens.” This is the bushcamp where we base our Penda Photo Tours trips to Timbavati in South Africa. They also included a profile of me, my wildlife photography, photographic philosophy…
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3 Legged Thing AirHed Trinity
Read more: 3 Legged Thing AirHed TrinityI am a strong advocate for using monopods on photography safaris. I always place a high level of importance on versatility in my gear. For me, monopods are the simplest and most versatile support for a heavy lens on safari. This brings me to my review of the 3 Legged…