The Nature Photo Guys

Imagine trading the industrial world for eleven years tracking wildlife through the remote corners of Vancouver Island. This unwavering patience has now culminated in our guest being named the 2025 Canadian Geographic Photographer of the Year.
In this episode of The Nature Photo Guys, Joe Desjardins and Chris Gibbs sit down with acclaimed award winning Canadian wildlife photographer Anthony Bucci. Based in Port McNeill, British Columbia, Anthony has spent over a decade refining his craft along the rugged BC coastlines.
Born and raised in the Fraser Valley, he transitioned to pursuing his craft full time over ten years ago and has since become widely recognized for his patient and behaviour focused style.
Anthony is known for extreme patience, often waiting hours for the perfect light to capture unique animal behaviour rather than standard shots. His work specializing in bears, eagles, and owls has been published in prestigious outlets including National Geographic, BBC Wildlife, Forbes, and Canadian Geographic.
Beyond his own photography, he shares his passion for the Inside Passage by offering private guided marine photography tours around North Vancouver Island.
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How do you go from shooting the Olympics to tracking polar bears in the sub-Arctic?In this episode, legendary Canadian photojournalist Johnny Hayward shares his journey from the high-pressure world of professional sports and news photography to the frozen tundra of Churchill, Manitoba.After 28 years as a premier national photographer, Johnny now runs Bear Witness Photo, where he captures the quiet, powerful stories of the North.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!'Thanks for watching!

What if the most powerful part of photography happens before you ever press the shutter?
In this episode, world-renowned nature photographer Ian Plant shares why he believes the true magic of photography isn’t created on a computer, it’s experienced in the field. We talk about presence, patience, light, timing, and why chasing real moments will always matter more than chasing perfection.
This is a conversation about slowing down, paying attention, and reconnecting with why we picked up a camera in the first place.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your photography, burned out on editing, or tired of chasing trends, this one’s for you.
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Fall in the Canadian Rockies means one thing, The elk rut.In this episode, Chris and Joe head into the mountains to experience one of nature’s most intense and dramatic wildlife events, the elk rut. From echoing bugles in the dark to quiet moments waiting for light, this is what it’s really like to be out there during peak season.It’s not about trophies or checklists. It’s about patience, presence, and being part of the wild, even if only for a moment.If you love wildlife photography, elk behaviour, cinematic nature films, or the raw beauty of autumn in the Rockies, this one’s for you.Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe, and hit the bell to see more content from 'The Nature Photo Guys!'Thanks for watching!

What does it take to photograph wildlife in extreme environments, from the Rocky Mountains to the remote wilds of Alaska?
Photographer, writer, and conservation advocate Dawn Wilson joins The Nature Photo Guys to share how a lifelong connection to animals and a move from New Jersey to Colorado reshaped her career behind the lens.Surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of the Rockies, Dawn developed a deep focus on photographing wildlife in high-altitude and high-latitude environments, documenting animal behavior, conservation stories, and the wild places that shape them.Now a full-time photographer and writer, her work has appeared in more than 600 published pieces, including Outdoor Photographer, Colorado Outdoors, and National Geographic Digital. Her dedication to wildlife storytelling extends beyond photography through published books, guided workshops, and spending 15 months on the road in an RV photographing wildlife across North America.Dawn has also served two terms as President of NANPA, worked as a Master Naturalist, and continues to advocate for wildlife conservation through education and storytelling.📸 Please welcome to the show, Dawn Wilson.