African Leopards

[Spalea]

Marlon du Toit: " A leopardess on the move in Kenya’s Masai Mara.

If I could choose one area of my photography to improve, it would be that of creativity. I’ve given it much thought. It’s an aspect of my photography that I’d love to improve, but it’s been my choice for the most part to leave this untouched. Reason why ? Simple. Whenever I find myself on safari, it’s typically with guests. My focus, is on the experience of my guests. I’m there to ensure they have the most incredible time & I am there to ensure THEY walk away with photographic gold.
Not me.
I do steal the odd opportunity to slow my shutter speeds, get a little lower than normal, compose a little different than usual. But to be honest, those opportunities don’t come along all that often.
Since our early days at @wildeyesa we’ve adopted the ethos - GUESTS FIRST, ALWAYS. This means our photography takes a backseat. It does not mean I don’t have that creative element within me. Believe me, I see so many photo opportunities go amiss purely because it would mean I’d have to put my needs ahead of my guests.
That’s not something I am willing to do. (Good photo guides will understand this)
Ask yourself the same question. What can YOU improve on? Don’t settle on a “style” as per say. Keep learning, keep playing. Have fun while you’re at it."

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