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Photography Guides

Joining one of my photography tours, workshops or expeditions is the best way to develop your skills as a photographer, whether you're a beginner or aspiring professional. You can also expand your knowledge by reading my book, Photography Weekends Britain, or exploring the Photography Guides below.

Astro photography shot by Will Gray of the Milky Way arching over Namibia's Quiver Tree Forest

How do I photograph the night skies and Milky Way in Namibia and what gear do I need?

A guide to photographing the night skies and Milky Way in Namibia, with tips on gear, techniques and the best locations.

A hummingbird hovers in front of a verbena flower at Rancho Naturalista, photographed at high speed by Will Gray

What birds and other wildlife can I see on a photography tour in Costa Rica?

Read Will Gray's guide to the birds, mammals, reptiles and insects you can spot on one of his Costa Rica photography tours. 

Close-up of a Namaqua chameleon eating a beetle in Namibia

What wildlife can I expect to see in Namibia on a photography tour and safari?

Find out what mammals, birds and reptiles you can expect to see on a trip to Namibia, with tips on photography.

Will Gray seeting up his camera to photograph sunrise at Deadvlei in Namibia

What is the best camera gear to pack for a photography tour in Namibia?

 From camera bodies and telephoto lenses to tripods and backpacks, Will Gray recommends photography gear for Namibia.

Two camera on a table in Costa Rica, one with a telephoto lens for bird photography, the other with a macro lens and flash diffusor for close-up photography

What is the best camera gear to take to Costa Rica on a wildlife and macro photography tour?

Will Gray recommends the photography gear to take to Costa Rica, covering everything from macro to bird photography.

The swimming pool and rainforest views of a beautiful ecolodge in Costa Rica

What are the common questions asked about travelling to Costa Rica on a photography tour?

Planning a trip to Costa Rica? Will Gray answers commonly asked questions on everything from photography to weather.

Minibus heading towards Spitzkoppe on one of Will Gray Photography's Namibia Photography Adventures

What are the commonly asked questions about travelling to Namibia on a photography tour?

Everything you need to know about travel to Namibia, from climate and vaccinations to visa applications and what to pack. 

Close-up of a strawberry poison frog sitting on a palm frond in Costa Rica

How do I take macro photographs of frogs and snakes in Costa Rica and what gear do I need?

A guide to photographing frogs, snakes and insects in Costa Rica, with tips on gear, techniques and the best locations.

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An atmospheric view of an autumn avenue of trees in the Peak District

How do you capture moody atmospheric woodland photos in the UK?

With patience, practice and a little understanding of light and composition, woodlands can yield some of the most atmospheric images you’ll ever take.

Waves crash against the cliffs where the Crown Mines ruins stand on the West Cornwall coast

How do you photograph long exposure photographs of the coast around the UK?

Seascapes are dynamic, atmospheric and endlessly changing. But capturing them well requires patience, technique and an eye for light and composition.

Mount Snowdon reflected in a lake on a still winter's evening, by Will Gray Photography

What are the best techniques for photographing mountain landscapes in the UK?

Fickle weather, rapidly changing light, long steep walks, vast empty landscapes... photographing Britain’s uplands is both rewarding and demanding.

Professional photographer Will Gray in the field with his camera outfit

What gear does photographer Will Gray pack inside his camera bag?

Find out what professional photographer and lifelong Canon user Will Gray packs in his camera gear for various trips, plus details of his home studio, video recording and drone equipment.

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