Purple-crested Turacos ~ Bird PhotographyLIBRARY/ TURACOS

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…

My most exciting image to date

NEWS & MEDIA
Judge for Birdlife Australia

For the last few weeks I have been judging the Birdlife Australia photography awards. The competition is a partnership between BirdLife Australia and BirdLife Photography. It has been awesome seeing some incredible imagery and getting to experience the diversity of birds and environments that Australia has to offer. 

Shelley's Francolin

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

  • The mentoring program with Rich was fantastic. He gave me a completely new perspective on photography. Making pictures instead of taking pictures was a big game-changer for me. Today, I often observe more than I click. My photography has already improved significantly, even though I'm still processing a lot of information and just beginning to implement it. In addition to being very knowledgeable, Rich is a very warm-hearted, honest, and encouraging mentor. Thank you, Rich, for being as good a mentor as you are a bird photographer!

    Sabine S (Wuppertal, Germany)

NEWS & MEDIA
Richard’s Newsletters

  • 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, 2026

  • Happy, happy new year to you (even though I realise it is February already)! I hope it is a truly blessed 2026 for you and your families....

    06 February, 2026

FINE ART PRINTS
Selected Prints
A few of Richard’s favourite photographs that have been meticulously selected for printing purposes.

Bearded Vulture (Limited)

R2,400 – R10,800

Buff-Streaked Chat (Limited)

R2,400 – R10,800

Magpie Shrike (Limited)

R2,400 – R10,800