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| 13.11.2025 - Book Review Dark Skies by Jeff Pfaller | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:18:07 | |
In this episode, I review Jeff Pfaller's new book, Dark Skies 'Rare Phenomena in America's Public Lands'. This is a wonderfully refreshing take on America's parks, offering a nighttime perspective on the landscape and the joy of both nighttime photography and evening solitude in America's national parks. Highly recommended. Adobe A.I Noise Reduction Presets for the Canon EOS R1 November Photograph of the Month Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 30.10.2025 - Bird Photographer of the Year Volume 10 Review | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:16:59 | |
In this episode, I review the latest, just-released, 10th edition of Bird Photographer of the Year - the 2025 Edition. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 10.07.2025 - Image Storage and Back Up Strategies | 10 Jul 2025 | 00:25:45 | |
In this episode, I briefly recap the workshop I recently completed for Arctic Fox cubs in the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve in Iceland, and then dive deeper into my thoughts on the current state of image storage and backup in the field, as well as backup strategies for storing hundreds of thousands of precious photographs. Wildlife Photographic Magazine OWC Computing Thunderblade SSD drives Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 09.01.2022 - Happy New Year 2022! | 09 Jan 2022 | 00:09:43 | |
This podcast episode includes an introduction to 2022 with my thoughts on travel, travel restrictions as a result of the ongoing pandemic and where I want to head with the podcast this year. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 29.12.2021 - 2021 A Retrospective and 2022 What's in Store? | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:22:25 | |
As is tradition on my blog, every year I do a “What’s in Store” post for the new year as well as reflect back, and wrap up the year that was. 2021 was quite frankly a disastrous year for just about everyone and when I look back at the calamitous results of the COVID pandemic I can categorically say I am very glad to see the back of 2021. Historically, I have always done this as a written blog post, but because of the extended length, I have decided to move my Wrap post to the Podcast format. 2021 was a year that included just one travel destination, that was Finland for my Wolves and Wolverines workshop (Read the Trip Report). The rest of the year was more or less spent in various stages of COVID lockdown. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 15.12.2021 - Canon EOS R3 High Speed + 30FPS Continuous Resolved | 15 Dec 2021 | 00:13:08 | |
This podcast episode details a fix for the issue I discussed in Podcast #32 of the Canon EOS R3 not being able to shoot continuously for more than about 6 seconds when in High Speed + (30 FPS) mode. My sincere thanks to my very good friend Dave in the states for finding this solution and sharing it with me. Full details of this fix are also detailed on my Blog at http://blog.jholko.com Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 01-12-2021 Canon EOS R3 First Impressions | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:22:06 | |
This podcast episode includes first impressions of the brand new Canon EOS R3 Camera. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 26.11.2021 - Home Again, Home Again, Jiggity Jig | 26 Nov 2021 | 00:09:53 | |
This podcast episode includes an update from my home studio on my Finland workshop, the Finland trip Report, and the impending arrival of the Canon EOS R3. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 11.11.2021 - Finland Update and Canon EOS R3 Noise Tests | 11 Nov 2021 | 00:16:13 | |
This podcast episode includes a photography update from the far north of Finland on the border with Russia as well as my initial impressions and thoughts on the noise performance of the Canon EOS R3 now that I have had a chance to review some sample RAW files. It also includes a sad update on the closing of the AIPP Australian Institute of Professional Photography. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 31.10.2021 - Finland Update I Made a Mistake | 31 Oct 2021 | 00:03:53 | |
This podcast episode includes a weather update from the far north of Finland on the border with Russia as well as details on a mistake I made when photographing wolves from my hide that definitely cost me some photographs. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 27.10.2021 - Finland Update Where is the Snow? | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:12:16 | |
This podcast episode includes a weather update from the far north of Finland on the border with Russia as well as information on the easing of the pandemic travel restrictions into and out of Australia. Also included are my preliminary thoughts and impressions of Adobe's new masking tools in Lightroom Creative Cloud 2021. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 24.10.2021 - Finland and Mongolia Update | 24 Oct 2021 | 00:12:07 | |
This podcast episode includes an update from the far north of Finland on the border with Russia and information on the postponement of my planned Pallas Cat and Snow Leopard expeditions that were scheduled for December this year. Both these expeditions will now be held late in 2022. Further details can be found on my website at www.jholko.com/workshops Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 22.10.2021 - Finland Update #3 Winter is Here | 22 Oct 2021 | 00:06:24 | |
In this podcast episode, we wrap up my seven-day workshop for Wolves and Wolverines up here in the far north of Finland on the border with Russia. We had a fantastic photographic experience seeing the entire pack of ten wolves on our very first day. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 21.06.2025 - Canon EOS R1 Auto Focus and Atlantic Puffins | 21 Jun 2025 | 00:17:17 | |
In this episode, I dive into my thoughts on the auto focus performance of the Canon EOS R1 when photographing Atlantic Puffins and Razor Bills in northern Iceland on my recently completed workshop (Trip Report Coming Soon). This podcast also includes an onsite update on my Ultimate Polar Bear expedition from 81.4º degrees north in the permanent pack ice. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 11.10.2021 - Finland Update #2 | 11 Oct 2021 | 00:08:42 | |
In this podcast episode, we discuss the last two days of photography up here in the far north of Finland on the border with Russia. Day three included a fabulous encounter with an almost all-blonde wolf at the forest edge. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 07.10.201 - Finland Update #1 | 07 Oct 2021 | 00:06:50 | |
In this podcast episode, we discuss the first two days of photography up here in the far north of Finland on the border with Russia. Day one included an encounter with a pack of nine Wolves and day two with two Wolverines. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 05.10.2021 - Travel to the North of Finland | 05 Oct 2021 | 00:11:17 | |
In this podcast episode, we discuss the travel experience from Melbourne, Australia, to the far north of Finland, where I am currently situated for at least the next six weeks to photograph the wolves and wolverines that inhabit the forests on the border with Russia. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 23.09.2021 - Preparing for Finland | 23 Sep 2021 | 00:10:09 | |
In this podcast episode we discuss the 5.9 earthquake that rocked Victoria yesterday morning (for those of you living overseas), as well as commentary on the current state of international travel and my packing thoughts for Finland. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 19.09.2021 - Book Review Natural History Museum Unforgettable Photojournalism | 19 Sep 2021 | 00:13:52 | |
This podcast episode reviews and discusses the Natural History Museums Wildlife Photographer of the Year Unforgettable Photojournalism book. This is an interesting book and not what I was expecting when I ordered it. It comprises photographic entries into the BBC Wildlife Photographer of the Year that make powerful environmental statements and is not a collection of winning photographs. Overall, I found this to be a solid presentation worth owning if the subject matter appeals to you. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 14.09.2021 - Covid Update, Packing for Finland and the Canon EOS R3 | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:16:28 | |
In this podcast episode, we talk more about the current state of the never-ending COVID pandemic here in Australia and discuss camera bags and flying internationally, packing for Finland, and the announcement today of the new Canon EOS R3 Camera. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 06.09.2021 - Book Review Faces of the North by Ragnar Axelsson | 06 Sep 2021 | 00:14:47 | |
We return to book reviews in this episode and discuss and review Ragnar Axelsson's masterpiece: Faces of the North. Faces of the North is an outstanding example of a documentary photography book and rates five stars. Faces of the North is currently out of print; however, I highly recommend you consider adding it to your photographic library if you can find a copy. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 02.09.2021 - Micro Fractures in CF Cards | 02 Sep 2021 | 00:05:50 | |
I have just published Episode #18 of my Wild Nature Photography Podcast. In this podcast episode, we talk more about micro-fractures in CF cards in extremely cold weather and get to the bottom of what is causing this problem. If you are photographing in extremely cold environments for extended periods, this is definitely an issue you will want to be aware of. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 28.08.2021 - Pandemic and Workshop Update | 28 Aug 2021 | 00:14:24 | |
In this podcast episode, we talk more about the current state of COVID and the pandemic here in Australia as well as update the state of several workshops and expeditions. Also included are the new dates on the 2023 expedition to Ellesmere Island and a warning to check your memory cards for signs of microfracture and separation. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 22.08.2021 - How To Create Great Wildlife Photographs in the Field | 22 Aug 2021 | 00:15:11 | |
In this podcast episode, we discuss how to create great wildlife photographs in the field. We also touch on several earlier podcasts including: Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 25.05.2025 - The Passing of Sebastião Salgado | 25 May 2025 | 00:20:30 | |
In this episode, I take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Sebastião Salgado - a photographer whose work documented mankind's destruction of our planet. Those of you familiar with Sebastião’s photography will already know that he specialised in humanitarian documentary photojournalism. You may not be aware however that he was incredibly active in conservation in Brazil and that he was responsible for the replantation of millions of trees and the reconstruction of an entire ecosystem. Perhaps his most well known book ‘Workers: An Archaeology of the Industrial Age‘ should be required reading for every photographer. This short video in which Sebastião discusses his career and his photography is well worth fifteen minutes of your time. It is a remarkable insight into a truly remarkable photographer. Watch the video here: VIDEO Also in this episode, discuss my upcoming back-to-back trips for the Atlantic Puffin in Iceland as well as the 18-day expedition to Svalbard for Polar Bears in the pack ice. These three trips present some unique equipment challenges making packing a difficult compromise. 2025 Zimanga South Africa Trip Report Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 13.08.2021 - Covid-19 Australia Update and Ellesmere Island Feature | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:10:44 | |
In this episode, we discuss the COVID-19 situation in Australia as of mid-August 2021 and what it means for travel for Australian citizens. We also discuss the recent feature portfolio published in the Hungarian Digitalis Photography magazine as well the feature article published by UK Business Influencer magazine on the 2022 Winter expedition I am leading with my good friend David Gibbon to Ellesmere Island in search of the elusive White Arctic Wolf. Lastly, we also discuss an invitation to be the guest speaker and open an exclusive new gallery here in Melbourne later this year. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 04.08.2021 - Book Review Kamchatka by Vincent Munier | 04 Aug 2021 | 00:16:08 | |
In this episode, we return to book reviews and discuss and review Vincent Munier's wonderful (but sadly out of print) Kamchatka. For those of you who may be unfamiliar with Kamchatka; it is located in a remote part of far eastern Russia, lying between the Sea of Okhotsk on the west and the Pacific Ocean and the Bering Sea on the east. It's renowned for its supervolcano, dramatic landscapes, and wild bears. If you can find a copy of Kamchatka in a second-hand book store anywhere I highly recommend you grab it at pretty much any price. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 02.08.2021 - How to Take Better Photographs | 02 Aug 2021 | 00:16:15 | |
In this podcast episode, we address the big question of 'How to Take Better Photographs'. We tackle the two primary aspects in the creation of a strong, powerful, and emotive photograph: Field Craft and Artistic Intent. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 26.07.2021 - How to Choose a Ship Based Photography Expedition | 26 Jul 2021 | 00:17:42 | |
In this podcast episode, we address the questions around how to choose the right ship-based expedition for the best possible photographic experience in the world's polar regions. We address the issues surrounding dedicated photographic expeditions vs. mixed tourist trips, the size, and type of vessel as well as ice-class, passenger numbers, photographic leader and guide experience, and even zodiacs. Whether you are considering your very first expedition on a ship to the polar regions, or if you are a veteran of multiple expeditions; this episode will help you navigate the waters for the best possible experience. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 21.07.2021 - COVID Status in Australia and Workshop Update July 2021 | 21 Jul 2021 | 00:14:55 | |
In this podcast episode, we talk about the current state of the ongoing pandemic here in Australia, as well as the very strict COVID travel restrictions that are currently in place for international travel into and out of Australia. We also talk about both the upcoming sold-out Wolves and Wolverines workshop this October in northern Finland, the sold-out expedition to Ellesmere Island in March 2022, as well as two recent articles on Adobe Lightroom ISO specific Noise Reduction pre-sets for the Canon EOS 1DXMK3 and why Sharpening pre-sets are sub-optimal in Lightroom if ultimate image quality is your goal. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 12.07.2021 - Adobe Lightroom Classic vs. Canon Digital Photo Professional | 12 Jul 2021 | 00:14:40 | |
In this podcast episode we take a look at two different RAW converters, Adobe Lightroom Classic (LRC) 10.3 and Canons Digital Photo Professional (DPP) 4.15. We discuss the methodology for comparisons between the converters as well as the reasons for the differing results you can expect from each program. Which one is best? Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 07.07.2021 - Book Review Born to Ice by Paul Nicklen | 07 Jul 2021 | 00:18:34 | |
In this podcast episode we return to photography book reviews and discuss and review Paul Nicklen's magnum opus 'Born to Ice'. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 01.07.2021 - Photograph What You are Passionate About | 01 Jul 2021 | 00:06:41 | |
In this podcast episode we discuss the importance of choosing a subject to photograph that you are passionate about. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 28.06.2021 - The Three F's of Wildlife Photography | 28 Jun 2021 | 00:09:00 | |
In this podcast episode we discuss the three F's of Wildlife Photography and the importance of having your subject doing something interesting in your photograph. We also discuss the importance of knowing what it is you are trying to say about your photograph when you click the shutter. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 22.06.2021 - Winter Wildlife Photography Questions and Answers | 21 Jun 2021 | 00:18:12 | |
In this podcast episode we have a Questions and Answers session on Winter Wildlife Photography to close out the webinar I did for BenQ on How to Take Better Wildlife Photographs in Winter. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 12.05.2025 - New Camera Lens and Telephoto Lens Rumours | 12 May 2025 | 00:17:21 | |
In this episode, I discuss my latest lens acquisition as well as Canon's 100-300mm f2.8L lens and the much rumoured 200-500 and 300-600mm telephoto zoom lenses. Also on the agenda is the date announcement for my 2027 South Africa wildlife masterclass; which will back-to-back with my Namibia Dune Sea Landscape workshop. Lastly, I also discuss the investigation findings of the Svalbard Governors office on the Polar Bear harassment incident and the lack of transparency from their office (documented and discussed HERE). 2027 Zimanga Wildlife Masterclass Workshop Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 16.06.2021 - Understanding How Others Value your Photography | 16 Jun 2021 | 00:09:21 | |
In this podcast episode we talk about how others value you're photography and the importance of understanding value in commercial arrangements. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 10.06.21 - How Many Mega-Pixels are Enough? | 10 Jun 2021 | 00:23:34 | |
In this podcast episode we ask how many mega-pixels are enough in real-world applications. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 04.06.2021 - Why a new camera may be detrimental to your Photography | 04 Jun 2021 | 00:12:49 | |
In this podcast episode we examine why purchasing a new camera may actually be detrimental to your photography. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 02.06.2021 - Canon EOS R3 Development Announcement Part 2 | 02 Jun 2021 | 00:21:03 | |
In this second podcast episode we examine the second development announcement from Canon of the all new EOS R3 Professional Sports, News and Wildlife Camera. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 31.05.2021 - Canon EOS R3 Development Announcement | 02 Jun 2021 | 00:27:30 | |
In this premiere podcast episode we examine the recent development announcement from Canon of the all new EOS R3 and what it means for sports and wildlife photographers. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 26.04.2025 - The Polar Bear Incident and the Norwegian Polar Institute | 25 Apr 2025 | 00:27:21 | |
In this episode, I recount the full event of the harassment and sedation of the Polar Bear by the Norwegian Polar Institute on my recent April Svalbard expedition (Full Trip Report Coming Soon). This is a true and accurate recounting of the events as they unfolded in front of my eyes and the eyes of twelve other photographers (plus the ships captain and first mate) from the bridge of the expedition ship M.S Freya. Written Polar Bear Report Update Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 14.04.2025 - Wrapping up Svalbard Snow Mobile Expedition | 14 Apr 2025 | 00:16:52 | |
In this episode, I discuss the latest article by Peta Pixel on my Polar photography, and wrap up the snowmobile expedition I just finished up here in Svalbard for Arctic Fox and Reindeer. The conversation also includes the destruction of the 200-800mm lens, also featured on Canon rumours and Peta-Pixel in the last few days. PetaPixel Article and Spotlight Interview Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 02.04.2025 - Book Review Nature as Art | 03 Apr 2025 | 00:13:35 | |
In this episode, I review photographer Alex Pansier's new book, Nature as Art and discuss the release of my new short film, Arctic Survivors. Nature as Art by Alex Pansier Edit: Slight correction: this book's purchase price is 89 Euro, not 60 Euro as referred to in the podcast. I also omitted a discussion surrounding the print quality (jetlag at my end). Rest assured, the print quality is outstanding for a matt paper with deep inky blacks and clean crisp highlights. Arctic Survivors - A new short film on Photographing Arctic Fox in the far north west of Iceland in Winter Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 30.03.2025 - Departing for Sweden and Svalbard | 30 Mar 2025 | 00:11:17 | |
In this episode, I discuss my recent competition results in the Asia / Pacific Photography awards as well as my upcoming expeditions to Svalbard on snow mobile and ship. I am going to try and squeeze in one more podcast from Sweden - a book review. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 26.03.2025 - How I Got Started in Photography | 26 Mar 2025 | 00:27:29 | |
In this requested episode, I discuss my history of photography, how I got started in the industry and how I transitioned from the corporate world as a sales and marketing director to working as a full time professional Nature Photographer. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 11.03.2025 - Polar Bear Trophy Hunting in Eastern Greenland | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:13:31 | |
In this episode, I discuss and expose the active trophy hunting of Polar Bears that is still going on in Eastern Greenland under the guise of traditional subsistence hunting and how the Danish government is facilitating and even actively encouraging this ongoing killing. Wildlife Photographic Magazine Cover Shot and Feature Article Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 13.10.2025 - Wrapping up the White Horses in France | 13 Oct 2025 | 00:13:02 | |
In this episode, I wrap up the recent workshop to the Camargue region in France to photograph the stunning white horses of this region. Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 27.02.2025 - Interview with Photographer Kevin Hall | 26 Feb 2025 | 00:31:41 | |
In this episode, we welcome our first podcast guest and talk with photographer Kevin Hall about his recent experiences photographing Arctic Foxes in the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve during our back-to-back workshops in Northern Iceland. Kevin shares his insights on his experience and his thoughts on the new Canon EOS R1 in an all-things-photography discussion. www.kevinhallphotography.co.uk Bird Photographer of the Year Finalist 2025 Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||
| 05.02.2025 - Those Who Lead and Those Who Follow | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:12:15 | |
In this episode, I touch on some recent Travel Photographer of the Year competition news and dive into a really interesting email I received last week from a regular reader and follower of my work, the crux of which is included below: 'Hey Josh, You know I love your photography as this isn't my first email :-). You have a unique minimalist style that really sets your work apart; its truly wonderful that you not only find and create such amazing photographic art in this insane world but that you help others also achieve their photo dreams. But something has been bothering me and its these other workshop leaders who seem to be copying everything you do. I have followed you for years and watched you lead unique first of their kind trips for Arctic Fox, Greenland winter, Pallas Cat in Mongolia and more. I have also watched others copy exactly what you do. I am sure you are aware of it, but I get quite annoyed on your behalf when I see these others market themselves as 'the first', or 'class leading' or whatever term they choose to use. I have no idea if it bothers you, but I hope you continue to look forward and not back. Keep up the incredible work. I know there are many others out there who feel the same as me about your work and how you are being copied. I just wanted you to know you had some support out there and that we have your back." Firstly, thank you so much to the author for the wonderful words about my own work. Hugely appreciated. After I received this email, I had to think long and hard about how I felt about this topic. I had a subsequent follow-up email discussion with the author, and we both decided that this topic was worthy of a podcast. It's bound to be somewhat divisive, and perhaps that's what is required at this juncture? I am unsure, and I certainly don't want to come across as arrogant, but what I do know is that I have no rear-vision mirror of consequence for those who choose to follow in this field. I have always looked forward, and I believe it's firmly up to the person choosing and booking a workshop, whether they want to go with someone who chooses to lead in their field - or someone who follows the crumbs. Every person can and should decide who they travel with and why. Just one of the many reasons it's so important to do your homework when booking any trip. As they say, onward, forward and ever upward.... Wild Nature Photo Travel | |||