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SummaryIn this episode, the hosts engage in small talk before introducing their guest, Dawn Wilson. Dawn shares her recent trip to Peru, where she went on a riverboat tour along the Amazon River and photographed various wildlife, including birds, primates, and caimans. She also discusses her upcoming trip to Belize, where she expects to encounter diverse species of birds, reptiles, and primates. The conversation covers various topics related to the Amazon rainforest, including climate and weather, humidity, wildlife sightings, daily routines on the boat, interactions with local communities, daylight hours, photography experiences, simplicity and happiness in remote communities, the Iditarod race in Nome, Alaska, life in Nome, and upcoming trips to photograph bald eagles, Rocky Mountain National Park, and the Galapagos Islands. In this conversation, Dawn Wilson discusses her experiences with night photography and wildlife encounters. She shares tips for capturing the Milky Way and emphasizes the importance of planning and timing for successful night photography. Dawn also highlights the unique sensory experience of being in the dark and encountering wildlife. She recommends essential equipment and apps for night photography and discusses the benefits of using wide-angle lenses. The conversation concludes with updates on the Beyond the Wild podcast and upcoming photography trips.
Takeaways
Dawn Wilson's recent trip to Peru involved a riverboat tour along the Amazon River, where she photographed a wide range of wildlife.
She saw various species of birds, primates, and caimans during her trip.
Dawn's upcoming trip to Belize is expected to offer similar opportunities to photograph diverse species of birds, reptiles, and primates.
Experiencing the natural world firsthand and sharing those experiences with others is a valuable and fulfilling aspect of wildlife photography. The Amazon rainforest experiences climate change, with variations in rainfall and temperature.
Humidity in the Amazon can be high, but it feels different from other humid environments.
Wildlife sightings in the Amazon can vary, with some days having abundant sightings and others requiring more time and patience.
The daily routine on the boat includes multiple photography and birding sessions, meals, and opportunities to interact with local communities.
Visiting remote communities can provide insights into different cultures and ways of life.
The Iditarod race in Nome, Alaska is a challenging and historic event that showcases the endurance and teamwork of mushers and sled dogs.
Life in Nome, Alaska is characterized by its remoteness, gold mining heritage, and unique wildlife opportunities.
Upcoming trips include photographing bald eagles, exploring Rocky Mountain National Park, and visiting the Galapagos Islands. Night photography requires specific equipment, including a camera with a bulb setting, a remote shutter release, and a tripod.
Timing is crucial for capturing the Milky Way, with the best times being the week before and after the new moon.
Night photography provides a unique sensory experience, allowing photographers to hear and feel their surroundings in a different way.
Encountering wildlife in the dark can be both thrilling and challenging, requiring photographers to be aware of their surroundings and respect the animals' space.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Small Talk
03:01 Dawn Wilson's Trip to Peru
07:16 Dawn Wilson's Trip to Belize
25:44 Humidity in the Amazon
26:51 Variability of Wildlife Sightings
28:30 Daily Routine on the Boat
31:26 Interactions with Local Communities
32:07 Daylight Hours in the Amazon
33:06 Photography Goals and Experiences
36:13 Simplicity and Happiness in Remote Communities
39:23 Exploring Different Cultures
46:11 The Iditarod Race in Nome, Alaska
50:11 Life in Nome, Alaska
56:31 Upcoming Trips: Bald Eagles, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Galapagos
58:10 Night Photography and Wildlife Encounters
59:26 Night Sky Photography and Dark Sky Designation
59:59 Photographing the Milky Way
01:01:07 Moon Phase and Wildlife Encounters
01:02:03 Night Photography and Sensory Experience
01:03:19 Wildlife Encounters in the Dark
01:04:26 Unexpected Wildlife Encounters
01:07:05 Night Photography Tips
01:10:13 Enhanced Senses in the Dark
01:12:07 Essential Equipment for Night Photography
01:14:03 Best Time for Night Photography
01:17:32 Viewing and Photographing the Milky Way
01:19:18 Night Photography Apps and Tools
01:22:24 Recommended Lenses for Night Photography
01:23:46 Night Photography Equipment and Techniques
01:24:28 Diverse Photography Opportunities
01:26:27 Beyond the Wild Podcast Updates
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In this episode, your hosts of Beyond the Wild Podcast, Ron Hayes, Jason Loftus, and Mark Raycroft, share and discuss some of their most important tips for capturing their best-selling wildlife photography and the key gear and tools that helped make the image. The team discusses their editing workflows and the time spent refining each image. They mentioned the partnership between Canon and PictureLine and expressed the importance of partnering with a great camera shop like Pictureline to test and supply new gear. Oh, and they joke about Jason's extensive gear collection. This episode covers various camera gear topics, including using the Nikon 800mm f6.3 lens, its minimum focal distance, and the advantages of telephoto zoom lenses. The hosts also discuss their anticipation for Canon's new R1 camera and the benefits of shooting in 8K video. Mark recommends using a small flexible camera tripod with your smartphone to capture fantastic timelapse videos. The team share pro tips on adjusting camera settings and being aware of thermals and vehicle heat. Various aspects of wildlife photography, including image quality, the value of tours, the importance of being prepared, the impact of outerwear on photography, ISO preferences, the role of denoise software, the workflow of image processing, the advancements in post-processing software, the impact of editing on image quality, the versatility of GoPro cameras, and tips for filming with GoPro cameras are ALL discussed.
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In this episode, your hosts Jason Loftus and Ron Hayes discuss their recent workshop in Yellowstone with co-host Mark Raycroft. Jason also dives into his epic experiences camping with coastal brown bears in the Alaskan wilderness. They share highlights and takeaways from the workshops, including unique encounters with wildlife.
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