Journal of Wildlife Photography Magazine - Fall 2025
Here’s a sneak peek into this issue:
Let Your Subject Breathe: The Art of Space in Wildlife Photography
by Joshua Galicki
In “Let Your Subject Breathe: The Art of Space in Wildlife Photography,” Joshua Galicki explores how stepping back and giving wildlife room within the frame can turn a simple portrait into a powerful story. By using space intentionally, he shows how to capture emotion, atmosphere, and the relationship between an animal and its environment.
Galicki shares how light, composition, and perspective work together when space becomes a creative tool rather than empty background. The result is photography that feels more natural, expressive, and alive—images that invite viewers to pause, reflect, and truly feel the wild.
Get Low: Why the Best Wildlife Photos Happen at Ground Level
by Russell Graves
In “Get Low: Why the Best Wildlife Photos Happen at Ground Level,” Russell Graves shows how lowering your perspective can transform your wildlife photography. Shooting from eye level—or even below—creates intimacy, depth, and a stronger connection with your subject, pulling viewers directly into the animal’s world.
Graves shares practical tips for working low, from using terrain and light to controlling backgrounds and staying safe in the field. A few inches, he explains, can turn an ordinary shot into one that truly captures the wild.
Mastering Fieldcraft for Macro Photography: Finding & Approaching Insects – Part II
by Lee Hoy
In “Mastering Fieldcraft for Macro Photography: Finding & Approaching Insects – Part II,” Lee Hoy dives deeper into the techniques that make close-up wildlife photography both challenging and rewarding. He focuses on the skills needed to locate, approach, and photograph insects without disturbing them, emphasizing patience, awareness, and respect for the natural world.
Hoy shares practical strategies for reading light, movement, and microhabitats to capture authentic behavior and fine detail. From early-morning fieldwork to working with minimal gear, this guide helps photographers move beyond luck and into intentional, skillful macro shooting.
Beyond the Solo Shoot: Building Your Wildlife Photography Network
by Jennifer Leigh Warner
In “Beyond the Solo Shoot: Building Your Wildlife Photography Network,” Jennifer Leigh Warner highlights the power of community in what is often seen as a solitary pursuit. She explores how collaboration—with other photographers, conservationists, and local experts—can open doors to new locations, opportunities, and creative growth.
Warner shares practical advice for building meaningful connections, from online communities to field partnerships. By working together rather than alone, she explains, photographers can expand their reach, share knowledge, and make a greater impact for wildlife and the art of photography itself.
July 2025 - September 2025 and Summer Photo Contest Winners
We celebrate the stunning work of members who captured the wild at its most powerful and poetic. From the dramatic action of apex predators to the quiet beauty of intimate moments in nature, this collection showcases diverse styles, species, and perspectives from around the world.
Among the standouts is Kevin Dooley’s first-place image “Jaguar on the Hunt,” a breathtaking portrait of focus and strength, and Nicholas Boris’s “Under the Ice: Death and Survival in the Arctic,” a haunting glimpse into the struggle for life beneath frozen waters. Each winning image is more than a photograph—it’s a reminder of the patience, skill, and deep respect for nature that defines the Journal’s community of wildlife photographers.
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