NEWS & MEDIA
My Most Cherished Image to Date
From my perspective, these images are undoubtedly the toughest I have ever set out to achieve. You first have to find scenes that are captivating, dramatic and represent classic African panoramas or habitats. Then you have to find a bird that is willing to enter the shot …
NEWS & MEDIA
African Birdlife | Into the Blue
A recent article about our critically endangered Blue Swallows was featured in the May/June 2026 African Birdlife Magazine. The story starts with a question Johan Vermeulen asked me a couple of years ago: “Would you mind if I filmed you taking photographs in the field?’…
COURSES
Mentorship Programme,
Workshops & Coaching
It has been such a privilege teaching photographers (of all skill levels) from around the world. The online programme and workshops combine my 16 years of experience with a deep desire to see others grow and develop.
Upcoming Mentorship Programmes
September/October 2026 – open
NEWS & MEDIA
Richard’s Newsletters
A few months back I joined Ray Hennessy on his show to talk about how to achieve good portraits and then move them to great. One of the first things we talked about was being eye level and achieving eye contact. At the e...
18 September, 2026
During winter last year, Eileen, Joshua and I spent a fantastic weekend at Benvie Gardens in the Karkloof. While there I had a wonderful conversation with a man who had brought two young boys birding for the morning. We ...
02 June, 2026
Welcome to my latest newsletter! Firstly, thank you so much to everyone who viewed, shared and provided feedback on the blue swallow documentary. And an even bigger thank you to those who made small or big donations towa...
28 April, 2026FINE ART PRINTS
Selected Prints
A few of Richard’s favourite photographs that have been meticulously selected for printing purposes.
