Beyond the Wild

In this episode, Jason Loftus shares his recent adventure in Milky Way photography. He describes the meticulous planning involved, using tools like PhotoPills to scout locations and plan shots. Jason highlights the excitement of experimenting with new techniques, such as using light panels for low-light foregrounds and capturing the Milky Way core during optimal conditions. His enthusiasm for learning is evident, as he is now inspired to try new gear, such as the Canon RF 14mm lens that was just announced. Nonetheless, Jason captured stunning night-sky images with his current gear, as well as some incredible drone photography. This is a great episode that explores new photographic challenges and the satisfaction of creating unique visual art. The crew also discusses a wide range of other wildlife photography topics, including the impact of social media and other outdoor adventures.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Catch-Up on Wildlife Photography
03:04 Spring Wildlife Updates and Social Media Changes
06:01 The Ethics of Sharing Wildlife Locations
11:46 Milky Way Photography Adventures
21:00 Editing Techniques and Equipment for Night Photography
33:19 Exploring Night Photography Techniques
35:08 Innovative Photography Ideas and Challenges
37:52 Upcoming Events and Community Engagement
39:07 Sage Grouse Photography Adventures
46:02 Pro Tips for Wildlife Photography
48:41 Maximizing Comfort in the Field
54:49 Youth Camps and Community Outreach
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Links
Pictureline.com - https://www.pictureline.com/Canon_RF_14MM
Canon USA - https://www.usa.canon.com

Pictureline.com - https://www.pictureline.com
Canon USA - https://www.usa.canon.com
Lensrentals.com - https://www.lensrentals.com
Mark Raycroft Photo Tours - https://www.markraycroft.com

Yes, this episode is dedicated to grouse: the sage and the sharp-tails, and most importantly, spring. Sprinkled in and around the team's technical challenges in this episode, they also manage to get sidetracked discussing golf incidents, audio equipment for capturing wildlife sounds, a listener question about an upcoming bear photo adventure, latest rumours of technological advancements in photography gear, and their excitement about the upcoming PhotoX expo at pictureline where all three of our hosts will reconnect in person and interact with fellow photographers in talks and workshops. That’s a really long sentence, but I think you get the picture that there is a lot of fun jammed into this “quirky” episode.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
02:56 Golfing Experiences and Family Connections
06:01 Grouse Adventures
09:52 Audio and Equipment Lessons
12:56 Upcoming Events and Gear News
20:00 Technological Advancements in Photography
23:52 Photo Expo and Workshop Details
29:49 Exciting New Show Launch
30:10 Listener Question: Preparing for McNeil River
32:25 Photography Gear Recommendations for Remote Locations
38:57 Weather Preparedness and Packing Essentials
46:44 Field Experiences: Grouse Photography Adventures
53:12 Client Experiences and Wildlife Encounters
01:02:43 Wrap-Up and Future Plans

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Join us as Gerrit Vyn shares his extensive experience in wildlife biology, photography, and filmmaking in the untouched lands of Northern Alaska, known as the National Petroleum Reserve. Discover the biodiversity, conservation challenges, and the incredible journeys involved in documenting this remote region.

Chapters

02:48 Exploring the National Petroleum Reserve
05:48 Wildlife Diversity in the Arctic
08:45 Challenges of Filming in Remote Areas
12:09 Experiences with Caribou Migration
14:52 The Importance of Conservation
18:04 Filming Techniques and Equipment
36:06 Emerging Technologies in Photography
39:11 Remote Camera Techniques and Equipment
44:09 Data Management in Remote Locations
50:40 Upcoming Projects and Expeditions
55:46 Future of Wildlife Photography and Conservation

Gerrit Vyn Links

Website - https://www.GarretVynPhoto.com
Bird Photography Course - https://www.birdphotography.com
PhotographyBlinds.com - https://www.photographyblinds.com
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@GerritVyn
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gerritvyn

Visit Gerrit Vyn's website to see his work and support conservation efforts. Sign up for Gerrit Vyn's upcoming bird videography course and consider supporting Arctic conservation organizations.

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Join Mark Raycroft and Jason Loftus as they explore Jason’s recent Alaska trip and some of the learnings that came out of it. They also discuss social media strategies, answer listener questions about upcoming trips, and share insights and tips for photographers and nature enthusiasts.
Chapters
00:00 Spring Awakening and Photography Opportunities
02:57 Listener Engagement and Upcoming Events
06:08 Alaska Trip: Challenges and Triumphs
09:03 Social Media Strategies for Photographers
12:04 Wildlife Photography Insights
14:51 AI in Photography: The Future of Editing
41:19 The Passion for Photography and Editing
42:42 AI in Photography: A Double-Edged Sword
43:47 The Evolution of Social Media Tools
45:03 Authenticity in Photography and AI
46:32 Listener Questions: Exploring Acrylic Prints
50:29 Researching Target Species for Photography
58:11 Bucket List Locations and Species
01:01:39 The Balance of New and Familiar Experiences
01:09:36 Closing Thoughts and Future Adventures

Call outs to Listeners
@ca_herig
@JamiBollschweilerPhotography

Listener Questions Discussed
@WanderingPelican - What do you think of the acrylic medium for your prints?
@TXOutdoorXplorer - How much research or preparation goes into photographing a targeted species?
@MLJ_Wilderness_Photos - What bucket list location or species are each of you going to tick off in 2026?

Thanks for tuning in to the Beyond the Wild Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe to stay notified about upcoming episodes for your listening and viewing pleasure! Beyond the Wild Podcast is sponsored by Pictureline.com and Canon USA.