Paul Way is a passionate and experienced wildlife photographer based in Cardiff, Wales, with over 30 years dedicated to capturing the natural world through his lens. His work celebrates the beauty and diversity of wildlife and nature, blending technical expertise with a deep respect for his subjects. With decades of shooting under his belt, Paul’s photography has been featured in prominent national publications including The Times and The Independent, and he was honoured recently with a 12-page feature in Digital Camera Magazine that highlighted his acclaimed Red Kite workshops. 

Paul is equally committed to sharing his knowledge and helping others develop their photography skills. He runs monthly group and one-to-one workshops, with a focus on capturing the spectacular Red Kites at Gigrin Farm in Mid Wales, one of the UK’s premier locations for wildlife photography. He also leads sessions at the WWT Llanelli Wetlands, offering hands-on guidance in diverse natural settings. 

Whether guiding beginners to grow their confidence or sharing advanced techniques with seasoned shooters, Paul’s welcoming approach encourages every participant to improve their craft and connect more deeply with the natural world.

Rémi Vacher is a French wildlife & nature photographer based in Dubai. His photography is guided by respect for wildlife and a genuine interest in conservation, using images to encourage awareness and appreciation of the natural world.
Drawn to silhouettes, natural light, and quiet moments, he often plays with light and shadow to create simple, atmospheric images. His work takes him from South Africa to the remote valleys of Spiti in search of snow leopards, the deserts of Dubai, and many other wild places around the world. Despite having visited more than 80 countries, Rémi remains eager to keep discovering the world and the species that inhabit it.With conservation at the heart of his photography, Rémi actively engages in numerous conservation initiatives while also mentoring photographers

Colleen is a wildlife and nature photographer based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Focusing on Canadian wildlife, she is passionate about photographing animals in their natural surroundings, promoting science-based and ethical conservation efforts, and giving wildlife a voice through her photography. 
All of her images feature wild animals only, nothing captive or baited. 
Colleen's photography career has taken her on wildlife tours around the world, including Antarctica, Africa, Europe, and across Canada. Her photographs have been featured internationally in publications such as Audubon, Photo Life, Canadian Geographic, Wild Planet Photo and Nature’s Best.

Drawn by distant horizons and the fire of African sunsets, Michael is an explorer shaped by wild wonders. Introduced to the wilderness from a young age, his passion for travel and untamed places became a guiding compass for his life, not just a career.

Grounded in conservation and experience gained in world-renowned reserves across South Africa, he spent nine years as a private and head guide with Wild Eye, learning to craft journeys that are seamless, safe, and unforgettable. His adventures have since taken him from Africa’s great wildernesses to the rainforests of South America, the ice-carved landscapes of Iceland and Greenland, the polar silence of Svalbard, and the mystic wilds of India — always chasing light, fleeting moments, and what lies beyond the next ridge.

All of this expertise now fuels Wilder Escapes, his boutique travel and destination company. Every safari, expedition, and escape is designed around the traveller’s story, pace, and the moments that matter most. Michael’s mission is simple: to create journeys that feel effortless, deeply personal, and unforgettable — allowing each guest to experience the wild in a way that is meaningful and uniquely their own.

Whether it’s a first safari, a family adventure, or a once-in-a-lifetime expedition, Michael curates each experience to inspire curiosity, spark awe, and leave lasting memories. Those seeking to explore, discover, and experience the WILDER world are invited to connect and begin their journey with Wilder Escapes.

Surya is a city boy Chennai who later pursued his passion into the wild. His jungle journey commenced in the forests of Satpura at Forsyth’s. Personally having been mentored by some of the stalwarts of Indian wildlife conservation and research, his interests widened to all types of life forms, especially the lesser fauna of the region and their microhabitats. Satpura having been a less tiger centric park gave him the chance to explore other activities other than just Jeep safaris. After 5 years at Satpura he moved to Kanha and also experienced the feelers of working in a major tiger park. Be it Satpura or Kanha the thing Surya enjoys the most is the idea of guiding, explaining and documenting the little secrets of the jungle to people rather than just seeing it for himself. His work in this regard earned him the prestigious TOfT award in the year 2016. His award winning photographs, articles and research documentation work have been used in journals and published widely in various wildlife magazines.

In 2015, along with a friend and colleague, he successfully authored ‘Photo Field Guide to Wildlife of Central India’ and in 2021, the ‘Photo Guide to Wildlife of South India’ which covers 850 and 1960 species respectively of each region. These are first of its kind field guides in India that simplify information and make it accessible and usable for the enthusiast.

During the Monsoon period he leads specialist wildlife expeditions to parts of Africa, Brazil, the Red Pandas of Nepal and Western Ghats wilderness for specialist groups, photographers and researchers. He is also one of the certified expedition leaders for the WWF international team and an ambassador for Swarovski Optik Birding for India.

Surya believes that the key to sustainable ecotourism is to keep the locals at the helm. He currently is working on creating wildlife experiences in off the map destinations with the locals steering it all the way through. He, along with a team, have spent the last 8 years in Ladakh, working with the local community and assisting in the setup of dedicated wildlife lodges such as Snow Leopard Lodge. He believes that this could help in a lot of conservation issues faced in our country, especially in wild spaces outside protected areas.

Rowan Poortier is a professional safari guide and wildlife photographer based in South Africa. He works in remote safari destinations, guiding and photographing in the field, and spends much of his time documenting wildlife, landscapes, and daily life on safari. Alongside his guiding work, Rowan also photographs lodges, interiors, and the overall safari experience for lodges and private reserves. His work is practical, experience-driven, and shaped by years spent living and working in wild places.

Mike is a birding, wildlife, adventure, and photography guide whose work centers on understanding animal behavior and translating that knowledge into stronger images in the field. As Photo Expeditions Director for Natural Habitat Adventures, he leads and mentors photographers on immersive expeditions, emphasizing ethical wildlife photography, field awareness, and intentional visual storytelling.

Mike has guided brown and polar bear encounters across Alaska and Canada, including Katmai, Lake Clark, Kodiak Island, and Churchill, Manitoba. His photography guiding spans the United States, Canada, and international destinations from Greenland to Australia, working across a wide range of ecosystems and species.

His professional background includes work in zoos, aquariums, and other nature-focused institutions, where he interpreted wildlife behavior and ecology for the public before transitioning fully into expedition travel and photography leadership.

Mike’s guiding approach blends patience, close observation, and respect for place. He has visited 44 U.S. national parks and more than 100 state parks and national wildlife refuges. He lives in Tucson, Arizona with his wife and son.

Josh Galicki is a published and award-winning wildlife photographer based on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. His portfolio spans the rich habitats near his home as well as remote and untamed landscapes around the world.  As a seasoned judge for international photography competitions, Josh combines technical expertise with artistic vision, placing emphasis on storytelling, conservation, and creative expression. He also co-hosts the Wildlife Photography Podcast, where he engages photographers and nature enthusiasts in conversations about craft, ethics, and the evolving role of wildlife imagery as art.  Josh’s photographs reflect a lifelong passion for the natural world—rooted in his early birdwatching in rural Pennsylvania and grown into a body of work that seeks to inspire curiosity, respect, and deeper connection to wildlife and the landscapes they inhabit.

Chlöe blended being an artist and a journalistic  photographer.  With over 20 years of experience, she is drawn to working beneath the surface of people, places and brands — photographing under the skin of what we long for: connection, belonging, truth and beauty. Her work is rooted in presence over perfection, enhancing process over destination, creating imagery that feels emotionally real.

Her journey has taken her around the world from New Zealand to Dubai, the Seychelles, Malaysia, France, Australia and beyond, shaping her unique way of seeing grounded in curiosity, care and story.

Now based in South Oxfordshire, England, Chlöe works creating legacy imagery that feels like memory for creatives, families and small businesses.

Alongside her photography, she writes a Substack exploring the art of seeing and leads a weekly Light Hunting Challenge - an invitation for photographers to slow down, notice more deeply and photograph what lives beneath the obvious. Her work has been recognized by Nikon New Zealand, Nikon Global, and Panasonic Lumix. Mentoring others to discover their creative voice remains at the heart of her practice. 

Matt Parish is an Ontario-based wildlife photographer whose work captures intimate and detailed portraits of the natural world through a unique, ground-level perspective. Based in the Kawartha Lakes region of Canada, Matt focuses on documenting birds and wildlife in their everyday habitats, from owls in mixed forests to waterfowl on dawn lakes, with an emphasis on authentic behaviour and environmental context. His images celebrate both the subtle and dramatic moments in nature, shared widely on social platforms like Instagram and featured in community photography showcases.

In addition to his photography, Matt co-hosts The Angry Bird Pod Show, a podcast that blends birding, photography gear discussion, and creative storytelling, bringing insights and humour to a growing audience of nature enthusiasts and image makers.

Matt’s approach reflects a commitment to accessible gear choices and continuous learning, striving to inspire others to explore wildlife photography without unnecessary barriers.