Explore
verb | ex·plore | /ik'splôr/
Travel in or through (an unfamiliar country or area) in order to learn about or familiarize oneself with it.
Travel in or through (an unfamiliar country or area) in order to learn about or familiarize oneself with it.
Create
verb | cre·ate | /kre-ãt/
To cause to come into being, as something unique that would not naturally evolve or that is not made by ordinary processes.
To cause to come into being, as something unique that would not naturally evolve or that is not made by ordinary processes.
Grow
verb | grow | / grõ /
To become better or improved in some way: to become more developed, mature, etc.
To become better or improved in some way: to become more developed, mature, etc.
Photo Tours 2024
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The Ultimate Yellowstone in Winter 2024 – Trip 1
Jan 6th 2024 - Jan 15th 2024Experience the ultimate Yellowstone in Winter! Unlike most tours, we work from three locations, allowing us to cover all the park has to offer this time of year. We work the interior from snowcoach out of West Yellowstone and Mammoth and finish up in Lamar Valley via private bus. All this access maximizes our opportunities to photograph both the austere scenery and wildlife such as wolves, bison, big horn, otters, bobcats, moose, foxes, coyotes and more. -
The Ultimate Yellowstone in Winter 2024 – Trip 2
Jan 15th 2024 - Jan 24th 2024Experience the ultimate Yellowstone in Winter! Unlike most tours, we work from three locations, allowing us to cover all the park has to offer this time of year. We work the interior from snowcoach out of West Yellowstone and Mammoth and finish up in Lamar Valley via private bus. All this access maximizes our opportunities to photograph both the austere scenery and wildlife such as wolves, bison, big horn, otters, bobcats, moose, foxes, coyotes and more. -
Tanzania Wildlife Adventure 2024
Feb 4th 2024 - Feb 15th 2024An epic adventure awaits… Photographing the hunt of a lion, the birth of Wildebeests, the explosion of a Cheetah running at full speed, the sublime connection within a herd of elephants – Africa is where memories of a lifetime are created! Join us for this luxury safari as we experience life on the dark continent in all it’s wild glory! -
Costa Rica – Cloud Forest 2024
Mar 13th 2024 - Mar 24th 2024With such a diversity of subject matter it’s no wonder Costa Rica is such a popular destination. From the beautiful scenery and plants, to incredible birds, reptiles, insects, and even poison dart frogs Costa Rica has something for everyone. It should come as no surprise to anyone that it is one of our favorite places on the globe! -
Borneo: Rare Animals, Ancient Forests 2024
Apr 17th 2024 - Apr 28th 2024Borneo – the word itself conjures up images of rare animals, ancient rainforests and exotic experiences! This is the land of Orangutans, Proboscis monkeys, flying frogs, hornbills and an array of other unique and curious wildlife! -
Alaska Brown Bears and More – 2024
Jun 24th 2024 - Jun 29th 2024Are you ready to walk with bears? Join us for an epic Alaska adventure to photograph Brown Bears inside the iconic Lake Clark National Park. From intimate bear portraits and interesting behaviors to beautiful “animalscapes” of bears in the snow-capped mountain vistas, the photographic opportunities of this trip are amazing! -
Newfoundland Puffins, Gannets and More – Trip 1, 2024
Jul 8th 2024 - Jul 13th 2024Newfoundland provides some of the best opportunities to photograph the Atlantic Puffin, Northern Gannet, and other majestic seabirds. On this tour, we go straight to the nesting colonies where these birds have been carrying on life for centuries. -
Newfoundland Puffins, Gannets and More – Trip 2, 2024
Jul 14th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024Newfoundland provides some of the best opportunities to photograph the Atlantic Puffin, Northern Gannet, and other majestic seabirds. On this tour, we go straight to the nesting colonies where these birds have been carrying on life for centuries. -
Kenya – The Great Migration 2024
Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 20th 2024The Great Migration – one of the most spectacular wildlife spectacles on earth! Millions of wildebeests, zebras and other species span the landscape as far as the eye can see, ultimately converging and crossing the Mara River. Kenya is a land of plenty this time of year overflowing with life. Journey with us as we witness this incredible display! -
Brazil – Jaguars and More, 2024
Sep 4th 2024 - Sep 14th 2024Brazil’s Pantanal, the world’s largest seasonal wetland, is home to the highest density of Jaguars in the world. On our first day we had 12 encounters with 7 different cats. Get ready to experience Jaguars, Giant River Otters, and a stunning array of birds and other wildlife that concentrate here. -
Madagascar! The Land of Lemurs! 2024
Oct 7th 2024 - Oct 21st 2024Madagascar is a photographic mecca for unique species not found anywhere else on the planet! Be in the midst of Lemurs, incredibly diverse chameleons, have fun with macro and weird looking insects! -
Cypress Swamps of Louisiana and Texas 2024
Nov 7th 2024 - Nov 12th 2024This little-known location is simply one of the most compelling and visually exciting places we have ever visited. We are beyond excited to share this enchanted forest with you. It is a photographer’s dream, with sculpted cypress trees draped with Spanish moss hanging from every limb.
Photo Tours 2025
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The Ultimate Yellowstone in Winter 2025 – Trip 1
Jan 4th 2025 - Jan 12th 2025Experience the ultimate Yellowstone in Winter! Unlike most tours, we work from three locations, allowing us to cover all the park has to offer this time of year. We work the interior from snowcoach out of West Yellowstone and Mammoth and finish up in Lamar Valley via private bus. All this access maximizes our opportunities to photograph both the austere scenery and wildlife such as wolves, bison, big horn, otters, bobcats, moose, foxes, coyotes and more. -
The Ultimate Yellowstone in Winter 2025 – Trip 2
Jan 12th 2025 - Jan 20th 2025Experience the ultimate Yellowstone in Winter! Unlike most tours, we work from three locations, allowing us to cover all the park has to offer this time of year. We work the interior from snowcoach out of West Yellowstone and Mammoth and finish up in Lamar Valley via private bus. All this access maximizes our opportunities to photograph both the austere scenery and wildlife such as wolves, bison, big horn, otters, bobcats, moose, foxes, coyotes and more. -
Tanzania Wildlife Adventure 2025
Feb 1st 2025 - Feb 12th 2025An epic adventure awaits… Photographing the hunt of a lion, the birth of Wildebeests, the explosion of a Cheetah running at full speed, the sublime connection within a herd of elephants – Africa is where memories of a lifetime are created! Join us for this luxury safari as we experience life on the dark continent in all it’s wild glory! -
India – Ultimate Tiger Safari 2025
Feb 25th 2025 - Mar 10th 2025Embark on an unparalleled adventure with a luxury tiger photo safari in India, where untamed wilderness meets opulent comfort. Your journey begins in the heart of the renowned national park Bandhavgarh and continues on to Kanha. These are the lands that tigers rule and where your photography soars! -
Costa Rica – Cloud Forest 2025
Mar 20th 2025 - Mar 31st 2025With such a diversity of subject matter it’s no wonder Costa Rica is such a popular destination. From the beautiful scenery and plants, to incredible birds, reptiles, insects, and even poison dart frogs Costa Rica has something for everyone. It should come as no surprise to anyone that it is one of our favorite places on the globe! -
Pumas of Patagonia 2025
Jun 4th 2025 - Jun 12th 2025What could be better than a full frame picture of a wild Puma? How about a puma within the incredible setting of the Torres del Paine landscape! We timed this trip for Chili’s late fall (June for us) when cubs are moving around with mom, wind is low and the light is gorgeous! -
Alaska Brown Bears and More – 2025
Jun 24th 2025 - Jun 29th 2025Are you ready to walk with bears? Join us for an epic Alaska adventure to photograph Brown Bears inside the iconic Lake Clark National Park. From intimate bear portraits and interesting behaviors to beautiful “animalscapes” of bears in the snow-capped mountain vistas, the photographic opportunities of this trip are amazing! -
Mountain Gorillas of Rwanda and Uganda 2025
Jul 16th 2025 - Jul 23rd 2025Join us for a once in a lifetime adventure, as we trek through the jungles of Rwanda and Uganda to photograph Mountain Gorillas and other primates. Experience the connections felt by just a privileged few as we spend quality time in the presence of these gentle giants! -
Kenya – The Great Migration 2025
Jul 24th 2025 - Aug 4th 2025The Great Migration – one of the most spectacular wildlife spectacles on earth! Millions of wildebeests, zebras and other species span the landscape as far as the eye can see, ultimately converging and crossing the Mara River. Kenya is a land of plenty this time of year overflowing with life. Journey with us as we witness this incredible display! -
Brazil – Jaguars and More 2025
Aug 30th 2025 - Sep 9th 2025Brazil’s Pantanal, the world’s largest seasonal wetland, is home to the highest density of Jaguars in the world. On our first day we had 12 encounters with 7 different cats. Get ready to experience Jaguars, Giant River Otters, and a stunning array of birds and other wildlife that concentrate here. -
Madagascar! The Land of Lemurs! 2025
Oct 7th 2025 - Oct 21st 2025Madagascar is a photographic mecca for unique species not found anywhere else on the planet! Be in the midst of Lemurs, incredibly diverse chameleons, have fun with macro and weird looking insects! -
Galapagos Islands 2025
Dec 3rd 2025 - Dec 12th 2025If you are like most people a trip to the Galapagos Islands is very likely on your “bucket list”. If you are a nature photographer probably doubly so! And so it should be, because The Galapagos Islands are nature photography Nirvana! Experience what it is like to photograph and walk among wildlife that is completely accepting of your presence.
Workshops 2024
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Raptors in Flight, Winter 2024
Feb 24th 2024 - Feb 25th 2024We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Raptors in Flight, Spring 2024
May 25th 2024 - May 26th 2024We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Raptors in Flight, Fall 2024
Oct 26th 2024 - Oct 27th 2024We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Macro at Steve and Nicole’s House 2024
May 1st 2024 - Sep 30th 2024One of the things to love about Macro Photography is that it’s very accessible. It doesn’t require a lot of equipment and you can spend your entire life in a meadow behind your house and never exhaust the possibilities. Learn how during these ongoing, very unique semi-private workshops. Come out to our home and spend the morning in the field shooting with us! -
Spring in the Smokies
Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 23rd 2024Spring is our absolute favorite time to be in the Smokies. This workshop is timed to coincide with the peak of spring wildflower season. The flower photography will be rounded out with birds, bears and waterfalls. Everyone from beginning photographers through advanced amateurs will enjoy this experience. The price also includes lodging in a beautiful log cabin five minutes from the park. -
Fall in Michigan’s Pictured Rocks
Oct 5th 2024 - Oct 9th 2024Ablaze with color in the fall, Pictured Rocks is a photographer’s dream. This hands-on workshop captures the beauty! Located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, this location has it all: 15 miles of 200-foot-tall colorful sandstone cliff, beautiful fall color, dozens of photogenic waterfalls, and scenic quiet lakes blanketed in fog. This is a wonderful place to develop and hone your photography skills. -
Flight School – Bosque Del Apache
Nov 16th 2024 - Nov 20th 2024It’s time for Flight School! Bosque is the premiere location to learn, practice and hone your flight photography skills. With tens of thousands of Sandhill Cranes and Snow Geese and the backdrop of gorgeous New Mexico landscapes, you will be immersed in a target-rich environment with real time field and classroom instruction and feedback.
Workshops 2025
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Raptors in Flight, Winter 2025
Feb 22nd 2025 - Feb 23rd 2025We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Raptors in Flight, Spring 2025
May 24th 2025 - May 25th 2025We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Raptors in Flight, Summer 2025
Aug 16th 2025 - Aug 17th 2025We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery! -
Raptors in Flight, Fall 2025
Oct 25th 2025 - Oct 26th 2025We are proud to offer this exciting photographic experience. We offer this workshop 4 times a year: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. At each workshop, we will have two three hour sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to photograph a total of six Raptors in flight and six Raptors on beautiful perches. Want to get an idea of the possibilities… check out the client gallery!
Upcoming Tours and Workshops
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Tours Currently in The Planning Stages
2024
Borneo April 2024 -Two Spots just opened up 1-15-
The Tigers and Birds of India May 2024 -FULL-
Wild Pumas of Patagonia May 2024 - opening soon-
Wild Botswana August 2024 -1 spot open just opened 1-15-
2025
Zambia and Zimbabwe October 2025
2026
The Falklands and South Georgia October
Svalbard Polar Bears June 2025
Get Notified Early
We have been doing some long range planning and in addition to most of our current trips we plan on offering the following adventures over the next few years. To get an early announcement for any of these trips let us know what you are interested in.
Thanks - Steve and Nicole
Tours vs Workshops Difference
Photo Tours
Tours are more location based. Photo tours are typically longer and always to amazing photographic destinations. The focus of a photo tour is photography plain and simple. Tours are about total immersion in a place and our creative process.
Our role during a photo tour is to take care of the travel logistics and all of the little details so you can focus on creating images. But, most importantly we will make sure you are in great locations at the right time to create great images. While Steve will often be shooting during a photo tour his images will always be secondary to your images. His main purpose will be to help you get great images. Steve will always be available to answer questions or help solve a problem.
Instruction is a large part of a photo tour. But to get the most out of a photo tour, participants in most tours will want to have an understanding of basic camera operation.
Photo Workshops
Workshops are definitely more instruction based than a tour. Shorter and more intense, workshops are super-charged with creativity and learning.
Group sizes are kept smaller (usually eight or less) in order to provide for more one on one instruction. The main thrust of one of our workshops will always be to spend quality time out in the field learning. Learning to see, learning new techniques, learning to identify and solve photographic problems, and of course making great images. Steve's role during a workshop will be to help you find and create great images, and to help you see and solve potential problems in the field.
Steve rarely shoots during a workshop and when he does, it will be near the end of the workshop and then to demonstrate how he would solve a problem or handle a particular situation.
The Goal
In the end photography is about seeing, and more importantly, it’s about effectively communicating your vision, and your message, through the images you create. During the course of either a workshop or a photo tour Steve will share with you how he sees, and give you an insight into how you see.
After either experience you will more effectively communicate your vision. Your work will speak more clearly without technical flaws and visual distractions that detract from your chosen message.
Hope to see you soon!