In this episode of The Wild Photographer, Court shares the core lessons he teaches at the beginning of every photography trip. These are the foundational tips that help guests quickly gain more creative control, troubleshoot challenging field conditions, and start making stronger nature and wildlife images from the very first outing.

Whether you’re heading on safari, photographing bears in Alaska, chasing landscapes in Iceland, or simply trying to get more out of your camera, these are the habits that can make a huge difference.

The 7 Things

  1.  Move off full auto 
  2.  Practice exposure compensation 
  3.  Use center point autofocus 
  4.  Work on composition and visual balance 
  5.  Remember to zoom out 
  6.  Choose your background 
  7.  Choose your white balance 

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