Being a Nature Photographer But Not a Nature Expert

Can You Be a Nature Photographer Without Being a Nature Expert?
I love nature, but I’m no outdoorsman.
Mark Ali
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Jan 20, 2022
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“Purple on Green” — photo by the author (© Mark Ali)
I love nature. I love the intricate details found in everything from the fibers of a spider web to the branches of a giant oak tree. The beauty of a sunrise. The majesty of a bird of prey.
You know — all that stuff.
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Written by Mark Ali
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I’m a writer, a photographer, a music lover, and a professional ice sculptor. I’m kidding about that last thing. (View my portfolio at: markaliphotos.com)
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