A wildlife photographer documents animals in their natural habitats while prioritizing ethical practices, conservation awareness, and storytelling. On my YouTube channel, I also show the real process: scouting, waiting, missing shots, and earning moments rather than staging them.

What does a wildlife photographer do?

Underrepresentation, safety concerns in remote areas, gear assumptions, and being underestimated in male-dominated outdoor spaces. The upside? We’re building our own platforms and changing the narrative in real time.

What challenges do women face in wildlife photography?

Bad ones do. Ethical wildlife photographers do not. I use long lenses, understand animal behavior, follow local regulations, and walk away when an animal shows stress. The photo is never more important than the subject.

Do wildlife photographers disturb animals to get photos?

Based on seasonal behavior, conservation sensitivity, ethical access, and safety. I often avoid sharing exact locations on YouTube to protect wildlife from overcrowding and exploitation.

How do you choose wildlife photography locations?

It can be if you’re reckless. Wildlife photography involves weather, terrain, and wild animals, but preparation, education, and respect dramatically reduce risk. Nature doesn’t need dominance. It demands awareness.

Is wildlife photography dangerous?

I am a Sony girly with various lenses. That said, gear matters far less than field skills, patience, and ethical decision-making, something I emphasize heavily on my channel.

What camera gear do you use for wildlife photography?

Yes, selectively. I collaborate with brands that align with conservation ethics, sustainability, and responsible outdoor use. If a partnership doesn’t respect wildlife or misrepresent the reality of the field, it’s a no. Message me if your are intrested. 

Do you work with brands as a wildlife photographer and YouTuber?

I have had a camera in my hand since I was in high school. In 2019, I got my first Mirrorless Camera and became obsessed. I began shooting landscapes, and then moved over to weddings for a few years. And in 2026, I decided to focus primarly on Wildlife, Conservation, and Landscapes. 

How Long Have You Been A Photographer?

Because protecting wildlife matters more than clicks. Publicizing exact locations can lead to overcrowding, stress on animals, and habitat damage. Education without exploitation is the standard here.

Why don’t you share exact wildlife locations or GPS coordinates?

I don’t separate art, ethics, and education. My work blends wildlife photography, landscape context, and conservation storytelling, while showing the real process, not a polished illusion. What you see is earned.

What makes your wildlife photography and YouTube channel different?

Learn animal behavior before buying more gear. Trust your instincts in the field. Build community, not comparison. And don’t wait for permission to take up space outdoors. You belong there.

What advice do you have for women starting wildlife photography?

Yes, I do! I love teaching. Reach out to me via my contact/book me page, and we can get together.

Do you teach wildlife photography or offer mentorship?

Longer than people expect and that’s the point. Wildlife photography is built on patience, research, failure, and time outdoors. YouTube lets me show the unglamorous years behind the “overnight success.”

How long does it take to become a wildlife photographer?

Subscribe on YouTube, engage with the content, share ethically minded creators, purchase prints or education, and respect wildlife in the field. Support doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful.

How can I support your wildlife photography and YouTube channel?

Because a single photo never tells the whole truth. YouTube lets me share the behind-the-scenes reality of wildlife photography, from ethical decisions to long, silent hours that never make it to Instagram.

Why do you run a wildlife photography YouTube channel?

I do! I was primarly a elopement photographer for years when I lived in South Dakota. Check out the investments page or message me via the book me page.

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