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Macro to Mammals: How to Choose Lens & Location for Maximum Variety in One Trip
There’s a unique rhythm to photographing nature’s extremes—the frost on a leaf and the caribou crossing a ridge. In this guide, I share how I plan a single trip to capture both ends of that spectrum, from macro to mammals, using a lightweight two-lens setup, location strategy, and ethical field practices that let nature lead the story.

Alyce Bender
Nov 97 min read


Chasing Light: Travelling Nature Photography From Winter to Spring
There’s no better way to experience the changing of seasons than through the lens of nature photography. This year, I let winter’s chill and spring’s awakening guide my travels, camera in hand. From the snowy stillness of Hokkaido to the surreal beauty of the Azores, and finally the vibrant life of Florida’s wetlands and beaches, each destination offered a new perspective and fresh challenges. Here’s a look at three unforgettable stops in my nature photography journey so far

Alyce Bender
May 153 min read


Spring in Costa Rica: Photography Trip Report
March found me in my fourth country of the year: Costa Rica. A wildly diverse tour with extensive avian and macro species, this trip report

Alyce Bender
Jul 16, 20246 min read


Review of 2022: Top Images
A review of 2022 including images that have been commended and awarded throughout the year.

Alyce Bender
Dec 26, 20223 min read


Texas Wildflower Photography: Spring 2022
Photographing wildflowers in Texas can take a bit of hunting and a need to track rain patterns. This article shares locations and photo tips

Alyce Bender
May 5, 20224 min read


Year in Review: 12 images of 2021
It is that time of year again where I review my extensive catalog of images from this year and try to narrow it down to my favorite twelve.

Alyce Bender
Dec 19, 202116 min read


Summer Photography in the Texas Hill Country
A synopsis of local nature photography opportunities in and around San Antonio and Texas Hill Country.

Alyce Bender
Jul 29, 20213 min read
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