HOW TO TAKE STRIKING PORTRAITS

Nothing creates the same connection with an animal as a beautifully shot portrait

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ANIMALS IN THE WILD AREN'T known for their willingness to take direction. This is a big part of the excitement of wildlife photography: animals are unpredictable and can move at any time, depending on their whim - whether that's feeding, finding a mate, seeking shelter or caring for their young. As models, a lion, frog or gorilla is unlikely to strike or hold a particular pose while you take their picture. They don't care at all whether you get your shot. While the elements in a human portrait, such as physical positioning and setting, are usually a collaboration, with wildlife photography, the animal is in charge and it's up to you to adapt and respond, and to do so quickly.

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