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Award winning and published wildlife photographer. Passionate about nature and conservation.
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04/11/2026

Only 2 spots left on my March 2027 Patagonia trip!

There is something truly awe inspiring about being on the ground with these incredible cats. Watching a wild puma move through its natural habitat, observing its behavior, and having the opportunity to spend time with these magnificent animals is an experience that is difficult to put into words.

What makes this trip especially extraordinary is our private access to the estancias every single day, giving us incredible opportunities to explore prime puma habitat, spend extended time with these cats, and photograph them without the pressures of large crowds.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Patagonia’s mountains, open landscapes, and dramatic light, this is so much more than a photography trip. It’s an opportunity to experience one of the world’s most magnificent wild cats in its natural environment, with an intimate small group experience designed around wildlife photography.

If photographing wild pumas in Patagonia has been on your bucket list, this is your chance to make it happen! You can find all the info on my website or DM me, and I’ll send it directly to you.

03/11/2026

Green with envy…..

These white chested bee-eaters were a bit envious of their friend who caught himself a fat juicy dragonfly. He didn’t share.

02/11/2026

This little 5 month old lion cub could not wait to eat the buffalo her mom and aunties killed. Luckily for her, the 2 big male lions including her dad were not there. If they had been, she would not have been able to eat until the males were done. Instead, she started eating before her mom and the other adult lions finished killing the buffalo, narrowly escaping a brutal kick from the dying animal as it struggled to get up. One day, she’ll be a powerful lioness. Judging by the her stance in the second photo, she’s well on her way.

29/10/2026

On our last morning in Zambia, we found the MK lion pride still lounging around in our camp. Overnight, the big male lion, Apollo joined them which was wonderful because we were able to work on some rim lighting in the glorious sunrise. Apollo has a very distinct injury on his nose and is easily recognizable because of it. Isn’t he just stunning?

27/10/2026

Uh oh…..This neighborly dispute might turn ugly. Not sure who’s in the wrong here but clearly somebody built their house in the wrong place. 😂

26/10/2026

A tale of a tail….

What an exciting encounter on my Zambia photography workshop with the beautiful female leopard Mwezi and her mate Fundi during sunset. By the time we found them, they had already been together for a day or two and were still mating frequently. When Mwezi was ready, she would approach Fundi, rub affectionately against him, and curl her tail around him. This made for some rather entertaining tail in your face moments (2nd image)

Leopard mating rituals are fascinating, and surprisingly brief in between long stretches of rest. When a female is in estrus, a pair may remain together for several days, mating repeatedly, sometimes every 15 - 30 minutes or less. The female often initiates these encounters through scent marking, rubbing against the male, and vocalizing. Between bouts, they rest, groom, and move about together. Although this frequent mating may seem exhausting, it is a normal part of leopard reproduction and helps maximize the chances of successful fertilization. After a few days, their courtship will end and their paths will diverge. Mwezi will raise her cubs alone if she becomes pregnant. Let’s hope for some baby leopards soon! 🐆

25/10/2026

We found this beautiful sub-adult male lion in gorgeous light late one morning almost by accident. We had seen some vultures landing so we went to investigate what they might be after. We found the remains of an impala but nothing else. Knowing there was recent activity, we decided to keep looking around a bit more when we spotted this guy. His brother was a bit further beyond him and to our great surprise, a male leopard was between the two brothers less than 50 yards away from the second one. Leopards don’t normally hang around when lions are present since lions won’t hesitate to kill a leopard. We think the lions probably didn’t know he was there but the leopard kept a keen eye on the lions. This dynamic didn’t change into the evening when we came back. The lions ended up leaving as darkness fell never realizing the leopard was there.

21/10/2026

The first day home after an epic adventure in Zambia looks a little like this: equal parts exhaustion, a thousand yard stare, and wondering how on earth I’m going to sort through all the photos and videos I brought home! 😂 My brain is still somewhere in the African bush, replaying one incredible encounter after another, while my body is reminding me that safari is not, in fact, a vacation from early mornings. This was perhaps one of the most action packed safaris I can remember, filled with unexpected encounters, unforgettable moments, and so much happening that the days seemed to blend into one extraordinary blur. I’m physically and mentally exhausted, but in the very best possible way. Now comes the joy of reliving it all, one image and video at a time, and I can’t wait to share more of this adventure with you!

A heartfelt thank you to my wonderful guests, and .2001 , who made this trip such a pleasure. Sharing these experiences with people who are just as passionate about wildlife and photography makes the adventure all the more special. And a huge thank you to for being such gracious and generous hosts and helping make this journey so memorable.

And for those already dreaming of their next African adventure… 2027 Zambia dates are coming soon! 🐘

If joining me in the African bush is on your bucket list, now is the time to get on my newsletter list (link in bio). Subscribers receive advance notice of upcoming trips before dates are released to the public, giving you the first opportunity to learn about new adventures and secure your place.

Trust me, you’ll want to be on that list. If this trip was any indication, the next one is going to be something special. 🌍📸

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