Over the last couple of weeks I have been sharing a few topics with regards to photography and going back to the basics. When it comes to photography, it can become quite complex and overwhelming, but, I am hoping that…
In this blog, I am going to be covering some point-form basics of what you need to do and what keep in mind when attempting to photograph the night sky. Thinks to keep in mind: Phase of the moon (the…
As travel bans are unfortunately still a reality, I have found myself reminiscing more and more as the days go by and digging into Instagram archives is where this blogs inspiration came from. Now, in this blog I would like…
Uganda – a fairy tale place; a place where clouds struggle over the peaks of ancient volcanoes. Where winding dirt roads lead you through dense, tall and seemingly endless forest then surprise you with crystal clean crater lakes, so deep…
At Wild Eye our goal is to change the way you see the world and now we still super excited about our new online webinars which we kicked off on the 29th of April. If you are anything like our guides,…
My name is Andrew Beck and I am lucky enough to have gotten my hands on the brand new Canon EOS-1DX MKIII. The 1D X has always been Canon’s flagship DSLR and they have not held back on cramming some…
What do you do when a sighting is flat, uninteresting, or there is no photographic opportunities on offer? Yes, you can sit and enjoy the moment and embrace your surroundings and understand what a privilege and how fortunate we are…
In this blog I will be discussing the different camera modes and how they operate, as well as which ones you should be using in wildlife photography. Camera Shooting modes: When you buy a digital camera, it will come with…
Focus Modes One Shot /AI Servo / Continuous Modes: Beyond just the number of focus points a camera has, every digital SLR camera also includes several types of autofocus modes. The two most common are called One Shot and AI…
Understanding the visual energy in a frame will dramatically change the look and feel of your wildlife images. It is important to, when looking at a particular scene, understand how the energy is flowing and how you would like your…
I am pleased to say that over the past few weeks, I have still been able to share my love, passion and knowledge with folk from all across the globe. How? Well I have spent a fair amount of time…
I thought a bird photography tips blog will come in handy for a lot of you right now seeing that most of the globe is easing out of this all too common lockdown. For the first time in way too…
How many national parks and game reserves are there across the continent? I am not sure. Each one with its own character and “way of doing things”, its own history. Some are wildlife rich areas that were simply gazetted into…
Understanding the different metering modes in wildlife photography, and knowing what each mode does, will greatly assist you in your photography. Metering modes are key tools in photography, contributing to the exposure of your image. There are a number of…
Must one always take a stance when observing something? Is it a sense of duty that leads us to judge another being for his delphic actions, or is it just indifference and man’s endless and sometimes unsubstantiated quest for moral…
This was the first time I went on a guided trip and I was blown away by the professionalism and consideration of Michael, our guide. The entire trip was easy... read more
I have spent one week in the Wild Eye Mara Camp and it was excellent. The location is perfect and close to Crossing Points. The Accomodation in Tents is basic... read more
10 Cherrywood Gardens 11 Bizweni Avenue Somerset West 7130 1 st December 2019 Attention Andrew Beck Some 18 months ago we decided to visit the Okavango... read more
My Wild-Eye experience is one that went Wild with my expectations! Two 71-year-old ladies traveling by themselves on a 20 hour flight to Africa. I met Gerry at... read more
Wild Eye has nailed the ultimate African experience in the Mara's only semi-parmanent camp on the banks of the Mara river. Many of our group left saying it was the... read more
From my first email through several safaris; from their excellent (and patient!) Johannesburg logistics staff, through welcoming doting Mara camp hosts, amazing itineraries and expert wildlife and photographic guides, scheduled... read more
Our entire trip from start to finish was incredible! All the staff are respectful and accommodating. The guides are friendly and make your days exciting and they are full of... read more
Traveled to four different places in Botswana. It is a phenomenal country and all of the camps were lovely. I would however have to say that Linyanti was... read more
This was the best experience of my life so far, an unforgettable experience! The Wild Eye crew made us feel comfortable and safe in a wild location. Expert help with... read more
We were 6 couples and had an incredible experience. Well organised, staff very friendly and no hiccups. A big thumbs up and thank you to the entire team.
