nature photography
So much beauty all around us, and such limitless inspiration offered everywhere by nature, especially in Springtime. How do we begin to capture it? For starters, by simply being in it, completely present and aware. Observation is a certain gateway to stillness, that blissful state of vibrantly alive, inner peace, as Eckhart Tolle describes it in his gem of a book, Stillness Speaks. Continue reading “How to Approach Nature Shoots”
Spectacular sunsets are truly soul-stirring. Natural art in living colour, they reflect our cosmic connection to all creation and can easily stir creativity within us too, inspiring us to capture the fleeting magic to share with friends and feed our memories. Time and place are clearly crucial factors to keep in mind, especially since the sun finally slips so swiftly below the horizon. Having been blessed with extensive travel in the Southern African bushveld, we’ve also been treated to many breath-taking sunsets, such as this one at the gorgeous Ant’s Hill game lodge in the Waterberg. Continue reading “How to Shoot Sunsets”
Heartfelt congratulations to Tom Imrie of Londolozi (pictured above), who was awarded the prestigious and richly deserved Safari Guide of the Year award last Friday, after a phenomenal week of finals held in the Kruger National Park. What a man. He is a shining inspiration, natural leader and African bush legend, with the deepest humility in his heart and equally deep sparkle in his eyes. For true insight from one who knows, take a look at the beautiful post by James Tyrrell on the Londolozi blog: Safari Guide of the Year. Continue reading “Safari Guide of the Year 2013”