Stop Photographing Birds You Find
Finding a bird and finding a great photograph are two completely different things. Learn how light, backgrounds, food, behaviour and patience can help you anticipate better bird photographs before the bird even arrives.
The Bird I Never Saw
I went into the Costa Rican forest looking for a Three-wattled Bellbird. I heard him again and again, but never saw him. What began as a search for one remarkable bird became a reminder that sometimes the wildlife you don’t find leads you to everything else.
Photographing Ecuador’s Andean Cock-of-the-rock: Worth the 4AM Alarm?
Photographing the Andean Cock-of-the-rock in Ecuador means an early alarm, dark cloud forest and challenging light. Here’s what I learned photographing one of South America’s most extraordinary birds — and why the 4AM start was completely worth it.
Where to Find Toucans in Costa Rica (And How to Photograph Them)
Toucans are among Costa Rica's most iconic birds, but finding them isn't always easy. Discover where to look, how to recognise the signs they're nearby, and the photography tips I've learned from years in the rainforest.
What Hummingbirds Taught Me About Slowing Down
Some of the smallest birds in the rainforest taught me one of the biggest lessons in wildlife photography. A personal reflection on photographing hummingbirds in Costa Rica, and why patience often matters more than camera gear.
Where to Photograph Scarlet Macaws on the Osa Peninsula: A Bird Photographer's Guide
Photographing Scarlet Macaws on Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula is an unforgettable experience. Discover why Matapalo is one of the best places to photograph these spectacular parrots, plus the best time to visit, photography tips, and essential camera gear.
Where to Photograph the Resplendent Quetzal in Costa Rica: A Bird Photographer's Guide
Some birds are photographed. Others are remembered forever. Discover where to find and photograph the Resplendent Quetzal in Costa Rica and why this legendary species inspires bird photographers from around the world.