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Wildlife Photographer

by Gerrit Vyn

Published 1 July 2013
People around the world look at photographs and videos to learn about exotic animals. We take these images for granted, but what goes into creating them? Find out what’s involved in being a wildlife photographer, the tools and skills you need, and the difficulties of photographing animals that don’t always cooperate.