Photographing Bear Behavior — Part 3: Landscape as Backdrop

Bears are the ultimate symbols of wilderness. And for photographers with a passion for conservation, it’s imperative to capture the essence of their landscape. Whether it’s the frozen tundra and sea ice of the polar bear, the ethereal fog-shrouded coast of brown bears living on Alaska’s Katmai Peninsula, the steamy jungles that shroud Bornean sun bears, or the rugged, forest-cloaked mountains of China’s Sichuan province—the last stronghold of giant pandas and moon bears—bear habitat is an evocative element of capturing their story in images. Expedition Leader and bear expert Brad Josephs has spent years capturing exhilarating images of bears, and in this webinar, he shares thoughts and examples of how best to photograph bears in their wild landscapes. Join Brad to learn how habitat imagery can help tell a story—and come away inspired to pursue your next bear photography adventure!


Originally presented January 27, 2021

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