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Having heard captivating stories and seen award-winning images of Africa, I had long dreamed of experiencing the renowned Matebole Hide in Botswana. When the opportunity finally arose, granting me two private sessions with Aubrey Tseleng at this extraordinary location, my excitement was palpable. I envisioned myself amid a throng of elephants, capturing those majestic moments […]

The morning wake-up call came very early; the knock on the door was at 5:00 am. However, I was already awake, eagerly anticipating my first-morning game drive. This morning, I would meet Aubrey Tseleng, who would be my guide for the rest of my game drives. Aubrey is a master photographer here at Mashatu; his […]

Upon arriving at Tent Camp, I found myself a bit late for lunch, but perfectly timed for a quick nap, a snack, and to prepare my camera gear for the afternoon game drive. While Tent Camp may evoke images of a rustic camping experience, it was, in fact, a luxurious and intimate setting. The accommodations, […]

Mashatu: Land of the Giants I’ve returned a changed person, warned before my departure and reminded upon arrival: ‘Africa gets into your soul.’ As Richard Mullin famously said, ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa, for he has so much to look forward to.’ Though my visit […]

Western Grebes (Aechmophorus occidentalis) Elaborate courtship behavior called “Rushing” across a local lake, San Luis Obispo, CA   A little bit of research goes a long way, and I always say get to know your subject before you go and photograph it, whether it be a location or animal. Being able to predict behaviors gives […]

Clark’s Grebe(Aechmophorus clarkia) and Western Grebe (Aechmophorus occidentalis) nesting behaviors on a local lake, San Luis Obispo, CA. 08/10/2020 Civil Twilight welcomed the first photographers, sipping hot coffee, and quietly scoping out their locations. Would today bring just a few or would there be a line of tripods along the shore? Some would bring chairs […]