In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss the becoming creatively becalmed, the pressure of constantly producing new work, and the need to take a break from photography from time to time. They talk about the various ways they look at photography when things become stale, the ways in which they find renewed enthusiasm and inspiration, and becoming comfortable with taking a break from it all.

Rob and Josh are joined by guest Caleb Hoover, a young professional wildlife photographer from the United States. With a passion for adventure and the great outdoors, his early interest in art was quickly replaced by photography as he sought to document the landscapes he explored, and the birds and other wildlife he found along the way. 

In this episode, Rob and Josh chat about one of their favourite seasons, Spring. The discussion starts with the change of the guard from wintering birds to spring migrants and summer visitors, but the two quickly go off on the usual tangents and discuss what they have been up to, where they have been, and what they have been photographing.

The Shetland Islands is an archipelago in Scotland and the most northerly point of the United Kingdom lying between Orkney, the Faroe Islands, and Norway. It is also one of the most incredible and important locations for breeding seabirds in the world. In the summer of 2023 both Rob and Josh visited these amazing islands and were captivated by their rugged beauty and the birds that breed there. The pair are joined by wildlife photographer Rebecca Nason who lives on the Islands and runs Shetland Seabird Tours and the Noss Boat with her partner Phil Harris. Rebecca shares her knowledge of the islands and their birds, and Rob and Joss recall their trips and experiences. This is a must listen episode as the three share some valuable insights on the location and its birds. Their love and enthusiasm for the islands makes for a very compelling listen that hopefully will inspire your own adventures.

In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss printing. In a digital world, so many of us no longer physically print our photographs, which is such a shame. The friends discuss the advantages and deep satisfaction of creating a physical print from your photography skills. They dive into the options available, the pitfalls, and share their own experiences of creating prints.

Wildlife photography can involve harsh environments, extreme conditions, and lots of stuff that isn’t exactly friendly towards sensitive optical and electronic equipment. In this episode, Rob and Josh talk about how far they push camera gear, some of the equipment they have damaged over the years, and how they see their tools of the trade.

As 2024 comes to a close, Rob and Josh share their photographic highlights of the year. Join our hosts as they discuss images that mean something to them and share experiences from the year that have shaped the direction of their photography and their plans for 2025.

Wildlife photography can often be a rather solitary business and most of us tend to shoot alone most of the time, but sometimes nothing quite beats teaming up with good friends for a few sessions. In this episode, Rob and Josh talk about the differences between shooting alone or with friends and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of both.

In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss the pros and cons of prime versus zoom lenses for wildlife photography. Join our hosts as they chat and share their preferences and opinions. And of course, there are plenty of off-topic rabbit holes they explore too!

In this episode, Rob and Josh discuss photography competitions from the perspective of an organiser and a judge. The two address many of the topics that are raised by competition entrants and chat candidly about the dynamics of running a competition from the other side of the fence. Listen in if you’d like to know more about how competitions are put together and how the judging process works.

In this episode Rob and Josh are joined by Matthew Sullivan, a wildlife photographer based in Florida, USA with a passion for reptiles and amphibians, and underwater photography.

In this episode Rob and Josh are joined by professional photographer Jay Fleming. Jay has spent years photographing the wildlife, landscapes and people of the Chesapeake Bay area on the eastern shore of Maryland USA.

When we travel to photograph wildlife, the one thing we can never control is the weather. In this episode, Rob and Josh talk about shooting in unfavourable conditions, and discuss how your experience can lead to experimentation and surprisingly pleasing results.

In this episode, Rob and Josh share their top ten bird photography clichés - the styles and subjects they see photographed in the same way over and over. Join two friends for a bit of lighthearted fun as they chat about birds and photography, and share their list.

Wildlife photography can be a very expensive interest to have, often necessitating the features that the latest top end camera bodies offer, and the longest focal length and best glass available. The costs can spiral in to tens of thousands of pounds/dollars, but can we be guilty of ‘shiny new object syndrome’ at times, and is all this expensive kit really necessary? Rob and Josh discuss our preoccupation with new kit, and more modest ways to get great results and enjoy your wildlife photography without breaking the bank.

Rob and Josh are joined by wildlife cameraman and presenter Jake Willers. Sit back and enjoy a fascinating listen with an immensely passionate and engaging guest, packed full of useful hints, tips and advice from a professional wildlife cameraman and television presenter, and we are sure that you will love every minute of it!

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Australian wildlife photographer and author, Georgina Steytler. Georgina discusses the photography behind her latest book, For the Love of Flora (a follow up to the wonderful For the Love of Birds) and the transition she made from photographing the birds for which she has become rightfully renown, to the plants of her native Australia.

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by David Tipling, a wildlife photographer of world renown who has been making his living from his great passion for wildlife and photography for decades. In a career that straddles the transition from film to digital, there is arguably nobody more experienced and better placed to share his thoughts and advice on making a full time career from wildlife photography.

Retaining your creativity and enthusiasm for photography can have its up and downs, and the pair discuss their own journeys and how they deal with periods of creative drought.

In this short episode, Rob and Josh post a Christmas message for all the listeners, and share a few thoughts on the podcast and some of the subjects they plan to cover in 2024.

In this latest episode, Rob and Josh discuss the importance of cropping in wildlife and nature photography, an art often paid little attention to in post processing. The two discuss how the choice of crop can be used to alter the dynamics of an image, be a great compositional tool, can remove unwanted elements of an image, can highlight detail, and many other aspects to this element of photography.

In this latest episode Rob and Josh discuss the three elements that make up the exposure triangle; shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.

In this latest episode, Rob (a Nikon shooter) and Josh (a Canon shooter) chat about the camera systems they have chosen and what they both like and dislike about them.

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Khurram Khan, a wildlife photographer based in the United States who has gained a reputation for producing outstanding images of wildlife over recent years. One of Khurram’s skills is the subtle use of flash in his photography, and the three discuss its use in the wildlife photography arena, covering the technical basics, ethics, the power it can add to your work, and how to get started with using flash in your photography. Whether you are new to flash and want to better understand the principles of it, or are already experienced in its use, listen in to the discussion and enjoy a chat between three passionate photographers.

In this episode, Rob and Josh are joined by Henley Spiers. Henley is a renowned underwater photographer, writer, and expedition leader who has fast become one of the most highly decorated wildlife image-makers in the world. In the discussion, Henley shares the story of how he became an underwater photographer, why he loves working beneath the surface, and chats generally about photography in the underwater environment.

Social media plays an increasingly important role in achieving recognition for your photography, but gaining traction on the popular platforms such as Instagram and Facebook isn’t as easy as it was in past years. Rob and Josh discuss their views on the current state of affairs and how anyone looking to grow their following might go about it.

Rob and Josh are joined by Australian wildlife photographer Michael Snedic. The trio discuss photographing wildlife on this continent, in particular the ‘big five’.

Rob and Josh are joined by special guest Gail Bisson. They chat about Gail’s recent visit to Lake Kerkini and her experiences of travelling around the world photographing birds.