I am a regular advocate for the use of monopods and also, the importance of versatility in any kit I use. Monopods are so much more portable than tripods and much more suitable for use in safari vehicles. With a monopod head, we don’t need or want the same [...]
As a wildlife photographer, I appreciate the value of photography equipment and accessories which are adaptable and versatile. 3 Legged Thing have introduced a range of Ultra Plates via a Kickstarter programme. There’s a lot more to them than a normal quick release plate! Ultra Plates come in four [...]
I took this photograph in the Sabi Sands reserve of South Africa’s Greater Kruger. We were crossing a dam and I looked back to see an amazing sight of an elephant herd approaching and drinking from a watering hole. A dead tree with what I think [...]
It's no secret I am a strong advocate of using monopods for wildlife photography and film work. I've talked about it many times on blogs on my website and also over on our African Photography Safaris Podcast. My current monopod, which is as much a constant addition to [...]
On our Isle of Skye 'Highlands & Eagles' trip, I spotted this Northern Diver taking to flight as we passed by in the boat looking for white-tailed sea eagles. I was using the Fujifilm X-H2S with the XF100-400 at 30 frames per second. On finding focus, I took 40 [...]
Today sees the launch of the 3 Legged Thing "Darkness" range of monopods and tripods. I've been using a 3 Legged Thing Alan 2.0 monopod for a little while now but I also have this new more subtle and stealthy matt black "Darkness" version. It seems like a good [...]
Getting geared up for a wildlife photography safari is crucial to the enjoyment and success of what may be a once in a lifetime experience. Aside from the obvious things like cameras and lenses there are a few other bits and pieces that need careful consideration for space in [...]
Updated! Now includes using subject detection and pre-shot with the Fujifilm X-H2S! Many people consider wildlife to be one of the most challenging genres of photography. But that’s a very general statement to make and it is debatable! What isn’t quite as debatable is the challenge of [...]
The documentary trailer for the Seabirds in the City project is now online! Seabirds in the City is a long term project I am working on with Dr Helen F. Wilson, Associate Professor of Human Geography at Durham University and Kaleel Zibe, Filmmaker and Photographer. In short, [...]
In October, I was pleased to be back at WWT Martin Mere in Lancashire working at their North West Bird Fair. It is an event I have also worked at in 2018 and 2019, doing a mixture of photography workshops and talks over the course of the two day [...]
