In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, we sit down with Curtis Jones—Arctic photographer, visual storyteller, and wilderness explorer. From the remote shores of Newfoundland to the frozen landscapes of Nunavut, Curtis shares insights from over a decade photographing the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, Antarctica, and beyond. We dive into Arctic photography, life in extreme environments, storytelling through landscapes and portraits, and how solitude shapes creativity. Whether you're a photographer, traveller, or just wild at heart—this one’s for you. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com *DxO photo editing software | For the passionate photographer* Affiliates | https://tidd.ly/4nhPwLe Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPG15 at checkout --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Welcome to The 99.999% Show, where nature photography meets the hilariously unexpected. We’re The Nature Photo Guys – Joe and Chris – two seasoned photographers who spend 0.001% of our time getting "the shot"… and the other 99.999% dealing with flat tires, questionable fashion choices and yes — that one time a workshop peep accidentally caught a face full of bear spray (don’t worry, they’re fine… and a legend now). Each episode brings behind-the-scenes stories from our Waterton workshops, personal adventures out west, and all the unpredictable moments that come with life in the wild. It’s real, relatable, and just the right amount of ridiculous. If you love nature photography and don’t mind a few laughs along the trail, hit that subscribe button. We’re here for the shots, the stories, and everything in between!Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! SHOW LINKS • JASON ELDRIDGE PHOTO YOUTUBE CHANNEL | https://www.youtube.com/@jasoneldridgephotography • LIGHTCHASERS NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY CONFERENCE | https://lightchasersconference.com • NATURE VIDEO COACHING | 1-on-1 with Chris Gibbs | https://www.footprintsinnature.ca/video-coaching • FALLING FOR WATERTON | Joe Desjardins Workshop | https://www.joedesjardins.ca/september-18-21st-2025 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com *DxO photo editing software | For the passionate photographer* Affiliates | https://tidd.ly/4nhPwLe Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPG15 at checkout --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Welcome to The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, a show for photographers who love nature, wild places, and the stories behind the shot. Hosted by Canadian photographers Joe Desjardins and Chris Gibbs, this podcast dives into the creative and technical sides of nature and wildlife photography along with video. You'll hear about: 📸 Field-tested photography techniques 🧰 Practical gear insights and reviews 🎙️ Candid conversations and guest interviews 🌲 Real-world stories from time spent outdoors 🎥 Discussions on incorporating video in the field Whether you're a beginner or seasoned pro, you'll find insight, inspiration, and wild stories in every episode. 🔔 Subscribe now to follow along and fuel your passion for nature photography. 🌐 Visit us at www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Proudly supported by 'The Camera Store' | www.thecamerastore.com #NaturePhotography #WildlifePhotography #PhotographyPodcast #OutdoorPhotography #PhotographyTips #TheNaturePhotoGuys #CameraGear #PhotoPodcast #NatureVideo ------------------------------------ *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com *DxO photo editing software | For the passionate photographer* Affiliates | https://tidd.ly/4nhPwLe Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPG15 at checkout ------------------------------------ *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca ------------------------------------ © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ------------------------------------

In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys Podcast, we’re joined by Alberta-based creator Dusty Cressey, an adventure-seeking storyteller who went from competitive slopestyle skiing to capturing stunning travel, wildlife, and landscape content around the globe. From working with tourism boards to documenting breathtaking wilderness moments, Dusty brings the same passion, energy, and grit to his creative work as he did to the slopes. We dive into his journey, creative process, gear preferences, and what drives his pursuit of the wild. Whether you're a photographer, filmmaker, or just love the outdoors — this one’s full of inspiration and insight. DUSTY CRESSEY SHOW LINKS • DUSTY CRESSEY WEBSITE | https://www.dustycressey.com/ • INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/dusty.cressey/ • YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@Dusty.cressey • TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@dustycressey • LIGHTROOM EDITING COURSE | https://dustincressey.gumroad.com/l/ehatlb • LIGHTCHASERS NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY CONFERENCE | https://lightchasersconference.com/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

In this episode, we're sharing some of our favourite nature photography tips, the kind that make the difference between a good shot and a great one. From light and composition to backgrounds and patience in the field, we cover it all in our usual laid-back style. Grab your coffee and join us! 📸 Got a question or a tip of your own? Drop it in the comments below! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

He’s a Scottish artist, writer, musician, and educator whose work blends visual art with deep emotional resonance. Together with his wife, he runs a company dedicated to helping others find their own voice through expressive photography—a practice deeply connected to personal growth and mental well-being. His powerful book, Out of Darkness, explores the relationship between the external landscape and our internal emotional world—revealing how nature can serve as a mirror for self-acceptance and healing. That same body of work earned him one of photography’s highest distinctions—being named a Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society in 2021. Through his thought-provoking YouTube channel and bestselling eBooks , he’s redefining how we approach photography—not as a technical craft, but as a gateway to meaning, presence, and creative freedom. Please welcome to the show… Alister Benn ---------------------------------------------- ALISTER BENN SHOW LINKS • WEBSITE | EXPRESSIVE PHOTOGRAPHY | https://expressive.photography/ • WORKSHOPS | https://expressive.photography/workshops/ • E-BOOKS | https://expressive.photography/education/ • BOOK: OUT OF DARKNESS | https://expressive.photography/out-of-darkness-home/ • NEWSLETTER SIGNUP | https://expressive.photography/newsletter-signup/ • YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@Alister_Benn • INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/alister_benn/ • FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/expressiveworkshops/ • LIGHTCHASERS NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY CONFERENCE | https://lightchasersconference.com/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! ---------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com ---------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca ---------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ----------------------------------------------

Wildlife photography can sometimes feel intimidating, but our guest today has made it fun, accessible, and downright entertaining. He’s a bird photography content creator who has built a thriving community on social media by blending humour with education. Through his funny and relatable videos, he highlights the real struggles of wildlife photography. The blurry shots, the missed opportunities, and those all-too-common encounters with branches instead of birds. But beyond the laughs, he provides practical, straight-to-the-point photography tips, helping beginners improve their skills and capture stunning images of the natural world. Before going full-time with photography, he spent years guiding multi-day hiking, sea kayaking, and dog sledding expeditions across Canada, giving him a deep connection to the outdoors. Now, he dedicates his time to creating engaging content and running bird photography workshops, offering immersive experiences that provide expert instruction in top birding locations. Please welcome to the show… Trav in the Bush! TRAV IN THE BUSH SHOW LINKS • FREE CHEAT SHEET | https://travinthebush.kit.com/282657e43a • 2025 WORKSHOPS | https://www.travinthebush.com/photography-workshops-2025 • INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trav_in_the_bush/?hl=en • FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/travinthebush/ • TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@travinthebush?lang=en • YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@travinthebush • WEBSITE | https://www.travinthebush.com/ • EMAIL | travinthebush@gmail.com Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Born in Canada but shaped by a lineage of resilience, Nikon Ambassador Jenny Wong carries the spirit of three generations of strong women—refugees who fled from China to Vietnam before finding home in a culturally rich new land. Perhaps it was always in her blood to never settle, to always seek out the next adventure. A global traveler fluent in both English and Cantonese, Jenny has backpacked across nearly every continent, immersing herself in diverse cultures, landscapes, and untold stories. But photography? It wasn’t something she chose—it found her. What started as just extra weight in her travel bag soon became her voice, her passion, and her purpose. Now, as an adventure, travel, wildlife, and commercial photographer, Jenny’s mission goes beyond capturing beauty—she shines a light on the frontlines of climate change. The Arctic, Earth’s last stronghold, is where her heart beats loudest. Through her lens, she brings you closer to the wild, the unknown, and the urgent stories of our planet. Check out the links below mentioned in this video. • Jenny Wong Website | https://www.jennwong.ca/ • Jenny Wong Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/jdubcaptures • Jenny Wong Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/jdubcaptures • Great Bear Rainforest with Jenny Wong & Canadian Geographic | https://mapleleafadventures.com/stories/places/great-bear-rainforest/capture-the-magic-of-the-great-bear-rainforest-with-wildlife-photographer-jenny-wong/ • Lightchasers Nature Photography Conference | https://lightchasersconference.com/ Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!' Thanks for watching! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *Disclosure:* Some of the links are partner links, meaning if you make a purchase through them, ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ may earn a small commission. There is no extra cost to you; in fact, in some cases, you may even receive a discount. Your support through these links help ‘The Nature Photo Guys’ to continue creating valuable content. Thank you! *TCS | The Camera Store | Get the picture* Title Sponsor | https://thecamerastore.com/ *f-stop | Elevate Your Photography with Premium Modular Bags and Backpacks!* Ambassadors | https://shop.fstopgear.com/?rfsn=5647323.2f459e *MotionHeat | Face the winter head on with Heated Wear Essentials!* Ambassadors | https://www.motionheat.ca/?ref=TNPGP15 Save 15% off by using coupon code TNPGP15 at checkout *Kase Filters Canada | Unleash the Brilliance of True Colours!* Pro Partners | http://www.kasefilterscanada.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- *The Nature Photo Guys* Email: info@thenaturephotoguys.ca Website: http://www.TheNaturePhotoGuys.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/thenaturephotoguyspodcast *Joe Desjardins* Email: joe@joedesjardins.ca Website: http://www.JoeDesjardins.ca Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joedesjardins.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joedesjardins.ca *Chris Gibbs* Email: chris.gibbs@footprintsinnature.ca Website: http://www.footprintsinnature.ca YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/ @FootprintsInNature Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/footprintsinnature.ca Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/footprintsinnature.ca --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- © 2025 The Nature Photo Guys | Thank you for watching! Please Like, Share & Subscribe to see new content! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------