Stories from the wild places
Patient, ethical wildlife imagery from Africa, Asia, and Australia, made for conservation, publication, and the people who love the natural world.
Roderick
Wildlife and Nature Photographer
Wildlife photography has been my profession for the past 20 years, and it continues to give me a reason to explore, observe, and appreciate the natural world. I love the patience it takes to photograph wildlife: waiting quietly, paying attention to small changes, and being ready when a special moment unfolds.
Travel is another great source of inspiration. Visiting new places lets me experience different landscapes and encounter wildlife in its own environment. Whether I’m exploring somewhere far from home or spending time outdoors closer by, I’m always looking for the details that tell a story—the light across a landscape, the character of an animal, or a fleeting moment in its daily life.
My aim is to create photographs that capture more than a subject: I want each image to convey something of the atmosphere, beauty, and individuality of the natural world. I hope my work encourages others to pause, look a little closer, and feel a stronger connection to the wildlife and places around us.
Recent projects
Each frame is taken in its own habitat, with the animal's behaviour and safety put first.
Behind the Lens
Behind the Lens I’m preparing my camera for the next moment in the wild. Out in the field, patience and careful observ…
A Day in the Field
A Day in the Field This photo gives you a glimpse of life on a wildlife filming trip. I’m seated in the safari vehicle…
Ready for the Next Moment
Ready for the Next Moment This is me out in the field, camera in hand and ready to capture whatever the day brings. Wi…
A Quiet Moment on Safari
I’m photographing two giraffes as they move through the open landscape in the warm light of evening. From the safari ve…
Watching the Plains
I’m scanning the open grassland through my telephoto lens, ready to capture a wildlife moment as it unfolds. Out here, …
Wildlife Photographer
A memorable moment beside one of Africa’s gentle giants.
A Memorable Encounter
I’m standing beside an elephant in the African bush, sharing a moment I’ll always remember. Being this close to such a …
Moments in the field
Photography, film, and licensing
I work alone in the field, so every project gets my full attention, from the first plan to the final edit. Each one is built around the animals and the habitat.
Editorial photography
Commissioned images for magazines, books, and campaigns, shot in the wild with careful, low-impact fieldwork.
Documentary film
Short films and series that follow animal behaviour over time, from concept and fieldwork through to the edit.
Conservation licensing
Licensed imagery for NGOs, researchers, and educators, with clear usage terms and fair pricing.
Let's make something together
Tell me about your project, the species or habitat you have in mind, and your timeline.
I reply within two working days.
- RoderickKwamu@apexhabitatwildlife.com
- 0776644673737