This week Brad joins me to discuss the wrap up of our Puffins and Gannets workshop as well as Ray shares his initial thoughts on photographing Common Loons using the new Nikon Z6iiiBy Ray Hennessy

Emilie is back to host an episode of the weekly show! We chat about photographing Common Loons with their chicks, then we answer a listener question from Dee Ann Dugger who asks, "For students attending your workshops- any advice on preparing for the adventure?"By Ray Hennessy

My guest Julie Whitbread joins me to discuss how she connects other genres of photography to her wildlife, her enjoyment of using motion blur in her photography, and how she strives to capture the lives of her subjects, not just a static portrait. Follow Julie at: Instagram: @whitbread_naturephotography Non-wildlife Instagram: @whitbread_photograph…

Brad and I record in person in Newfoundland where we catch up on our first of two workshops and Ray shares about the new camera he ordered!By Ray Hennessy

Brad joins me to discuss his first experience using the Apple Vision Pro for viewing photos, going shooting with Brad for a Yellow-bellied Flycatcher, and our preperation for our Puffins and Gannets workshop.By Ray Hennessy

Moving on from our GDC episodes, we're back with Jaclyn (Writer at Respawn Entertainment on Apex Legends, instructor & student mentor at Vancouver Film School. Previously a Writer on RPG Puzzle Legends and Merge Tales for Microfun) and Christal (previously a Writer at Respawn Entertainment on Apex Legends and an Associate Writer on Hogwarts Legacy …

Emilie joins as a host again and we discuss when Ray proposed to her on the cliffs of Newfoundland with thousands of Northern Gannets and other seabirds in the background. We also talk about Emilie's new Nikon 135mm f/1.8 Plena lens and wrap up with a conversation about making photo trips all about the experience!…

This week Brad and I don't have much to catch up on and we answer a couple of listener questions. First Dee Ann Dugger asks for tips and tricks for birds in flight photography. Then we answer a question from Grzegorz Długosz who asks for our thoughts on simple vs. complex compositions, which ones do you find more exciting?…

Kyle Rose joins me again to finish our conversation from the previous episode where we discuss finding meaning for your photography and making it stand out!By Ray Hennessy

Kyle Rose joins me to discuss how a canceled trip to Alaska helped him concentrate on learning his local wildlife more, connecting with his local preserve and finding a way to give back with his photography, and his roughly two year break from social media and his now return to it. Follow Kyle at: Instagram: @kyle.rose.photography Show Mentions: Pe…

Brad and I discuss Ray’s recent warbler workshop in Quebec, and chat about Brad’s work with warblers lately, then wrap up the show talking about Ray’s Hawaii trip.By Ray Hennessy

This week Brad and I discuss our recent warbler outings and how Brad has been enjoying the Z9 for the spring season. Also Ray is so busy he somehow forgot to review his Hawaii trip with Brad and they will catch up on that next week!By Ray Hennessy

Emilie and Ray share how their trip in Hawaii is going as they are half way through their trip.By Ray Hennessy

Songbirds are returning for Brad and Ray continues enjoying capturing video of warblers. We also answer a listener question from Matthew Stigliano who asked what our favorite species/seasons are.By Ray Hennessy

Brad and I catch up after a two week break. Brad talks about the impending spring chaos and plans for that, and Ray shares about his workshop and trip to the Great Salt Lake.By Ray Hennessy

Hey hey! We're back with our second episode that we recorded at this year's GDC, and it's a doozy! In a switch from how we normally do things, we brought a grab bag of simple questions to the conference and hit up people who were free, and so y'all get to see how everyone's answers differed. In our first group, we had Ben Starr (actor, Final Fantas…

Mukul Soman joins me to discuss his background in art and how that connects to his wildlife photography, how he stays authentic when sharing his photos and videos, and how he has transitioned into shooting more wildlife video than stills. Follow Mukul: Instagram: @mukul.soman Website: www.mukulsoman.com…

This week we catch up with what Ray has been up to lately with warblers and then share our thoughts and feelings about locations becoming popular and potentially very busy.By Ray Hennessy

Brad and I catch up on his efforts with a local Belted Kingfisher, then we answer a listener question from Mark Deschner who asks for tips on how to make the most of spring migration for someone who can only get out about once a week.By Ray Hennessy

This week we chat about Brad’s plans and scouting for a Belted Kingfisher and Ray is going to check on his Kingfisher setup. Then we disucss a recent wildlife contest, it’s winning images and how sometimes they may not feel unique. Lastlly we wrap up with a discussion about how to work towards capturing unique photos that truly stand out from the m…

Brad and I discuss photographing wildlife in urban locations and including man-made objects and lighting in the photos.By Ray Hennessy

My guest Aaron Todd joins me to discuss his love and passion for photographing waterfowl, how he is working to capture unique images, and how he photographs ducks with urban lights. Follow Aaron at: Instagram: @aaronktoddBy Ray Hennessy

Coming to you NOT LIVE from GDC, we've got a special episode of the podcast covering SAG-AFTRA's negotiations with game studios! Duncan Crabtree-Ireland (National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator for SAG-AFTRA) and Sarah Elmaleh (Chair of the SAG-AFTRA Interactive Media (IMA) Negotiating Committee, as well as actor in titles like Helldivers …

This week as usual we catch up on our past week of shooting, Ray is a bit sick, and we finish our stories of our most challenging photos from listener Simon Staiger’s question.By Ray Hennessy

Brad and I start with what I've been shooting lately in Florida. Next we answer a listener submitted question from Simon Staiger who asks to hear about our most difficult shots, the challenges, and the story behind it. We weren't able to finish the stories of the shots we picked out so join us next week to hear the rest of the stories. Brad's photo…

Brad gets a tease of spring with a Song Sparrow, I am hoping to try new ideas on the beach, and we both talk about the business of wildlife photography from a listener question. Kristin Olson asks: It might not be as fun as some, but it would be really helpful to hear about the business side of creating/having a small photography business and every…

Brad and I start the show talking about teaching during workshops, then answer a listener question from Himanshu Arora about editing using Lightroom vs. Photoshop. Brad's Mergansers Flying photoBy Ray Hennessy

Brad and I catch up on what we've been shooting lately then have a discussion about how we have each gotten into a little funk lately with our wildlife photography.By Ray Hennessy

My guest Jordan Martin joins me to discuss her first trip to photograph shorebirds on a beach, making the best of a desert habitat, and women in wildlife photography. Follow Jordan at: Instagram: @jordanmartin_photographyBy Ray Hennessy

Content warning: In this episode Brad and I cover a user submitted question and discuss animals killing/eating other animals starting at 30 minutes. We try not to get too graphic but if you don’t want to hear us talk about that please feel free to skip the rest of the episode. Brad and I catch up on recent outings then we answer a question from lis…

First ep of 2024! We've got Stephen (scriptwriter and narrative designer, currently Narrative Director on Motive's untitled Iron Man project in collaboration with Marvel Games. Previously a Senior Writer on Vampyr and Greedfall, Associate Narrative Director/Lead Narrative Designer on Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, Lead Narrative Designer/Senior Sto…

Ray shares about his experince viewing and editing photos in the Apple Vision Pro, then Brad and Ray answer a listener submitted question from Oskar von Essen️️️️️️️️️️, What makes a good bird picture great (award winning)?By Ray Hennessy

Brad and I catch up on some recent outings, Ray shares about a waterfowl outing, his excitement about getting an Apple Vision Pro, and Brad shares his plans for shooting the next morning.By Ray Hennessy

Emilie and her mom Felicia join the show to discuss how our 3 week trip to Costa Rica was planned and how it went. A huge thanks to Felicia for all her hard work planning this amazing trip!By Ray Hennessy

A bit of a twist on this episode, a listener of the show joins me to interview me. Daniel Gomez was great on the show and had some wonderful questions. This will likely be an ongoing feature of the show going forward, hope you all enjoy it!By Ray Hennessy

Richard Flacks joins me to discuss art in photography, being your authentic self with your photography, and how we can grow creatively. What an amazing conversation! Follow Richard at: Instagram: @theflacksphotography Website: www.theflacks.co.zaBy Ray Hennessy

Brad joins me this week to catch up on the fun he has been having with ducks and urban lights, and we jump into Ray’s trip to Costa Rica!By Ray Hennessy

Emilie Reid hosts the show this week with her guest Ray Hennessy where they chat about their evolution of editingBy Ray Hennessy

This week Brad and I discuss posting only your best (wow) images or posting daily on InstagramBy Ray Hennessy

This week Brad and I discuss how important is physical activity for wildlife photography.By Ray Hennessy

My guest Mateusz Piesiak joins me to discuss moving into wider focal lengths, shooting in extreme conditions, and playing with motion in his photos. Follow Mateusz at: Instagram: @mpwildlife Show Mentions: Photo Mateusz won with Photo of the gull over stormy waves. Photo from Luca Lorenz with motion blur and a Canada Goose…

This week Brad and I discuss our plans and goals for the upcoming year. Thanks to listener Mike Dougherty for the topic suggestion.By Ray Hennessy

Brad and I discuss what we have been up to lately, the struggle to get out and shoot sometimes, then we each share our top 3 memories of wildlife photography which is a listener submitted question from both Bryce Horn and Mike Dougherty.By Ray Hennessy

Jamin Hunter Taylor joins Brad James and I to discuss all things photo contest related!By Ray Hennessy

Happy Holidays! We're closing out this year with the absolutely amazing Alexa Ray Corriea (Writer and narrative designer currently working on Black Panther in partnership with Marvel Games and EA, serving as both a writer and systems designer. Previously she worked on Aztech: Forgotten Cods, Call of Duty: Vanguard and the Call of Duty: Warzone Pafc…

Emilie joins Ray to discuss, well basically Ray rants a bunch about respecting your audience when sharing on social media.By Ray Hennessy

This week we discuss more gear. We talk about the Nikon Z9 4.10 firmware update, as well as what lens is Brad thinking of upgrading to. Nikon Z9 firmware update videoBy Ray Hennessy

Jean-Christophe joins me to discuss using technology to scout wildlife, specifically lynx, making and selling prints, and thoughts on his approach to capturing ambiance in his photos.By Ray Hennessy

This week Brad and I discuss IG Reel trends, Ray’s posting his unedited photos, and we each share 5 things we wish we had known when we first started photography. For Sunrise/Sunset times Brad uses https://photoephemeris.com/ For Sunrise/Sunset times Ray uses - Sunset Times For Tides Ray Uses - Tide Charts Grzegorz Długosz - shared the following fo…

This week Emilie Reid joins me to discuss what we have been up to lately as well as answer a user submitted question from Daniel Gomez asking who our mentors are and other inspirational photographers.By Ray Hennessy