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Focus Photo Tours At Focus Photo Tours, we’re more than a tour company—we’re your partners in discovering and capturing the beauty of the natural world.

We are a team of passionate photographers and outdoor enthusiasts driven by a shared love for wildlife and nature.

Only THREE spots remain across our Glacier National Park workshops!📍 Tour One: October 9-11, 2 spots left📍 Tour Two: Oct...
21/07/2026

Only THREE spots remain across our Glacier National Park workshops!

📍 Tour One: October 9-11, 2 spots left
📍 Tour Two: October 12-15, 1 spot left

Autumn is one of the most spectacular times to experience Glacier National Park.

From glowing fall colours and dramatic mountain landscapes to alpine lakes, mountain goats, bighorn sheep, bears, and endless photographic opportunities, every day is designed to help you come home with images—and memories—you'll treasure.

Our tours are intentionally small, giving you plenty room in a relaxed, welcoming environment for photographers of all experience levels.

These are the final spaces for 2026.

Once they're gone, they're gone.

If Glacier has been calling your name, now is the time.

📸 Visit our website or send us DM—we'd love to welcome you to the Focus family.

19/07/2026

Watching a baby sea turtle—small enough to fit on the top of a pop can—make its way into the ocean just hours after hatching never gets old. 🐢

Every time I see it, I’m amazed. This tiny little turtle is about to disappear into one of the biggest, most unpredictable places on Earth. It doesn’t hesitate. It doesn’t turn back. It simply moves forward.

There’s something incredibly humbling about witnessing that kind of courage in such a small creature. Nature has a way of reminding us that size doesn’t determine strength, and courage isn’t the absence of uncertainty—it’s taking the next step anyway.

If you’d like to experience a turtle release with me in Costa Rica, send me a DM. It’s a moment you’ll carry with you long after the turtles have disappeared into the waves. 🌊💚

The Photograph Nobody Else Sees As photographers, we spend a lot of time talking about perfection.Perfect focus.Perfect ...
16/07/2026

The Photograph Nobody Else Sees
As photographers, we spend a lot of time talking about perfection.
Perfect focus.
Perfect light.
Perfect composition.
Perfect settings.
Perfect technique.
And while those things have their place, I've come to believe that some of the most meaningful photographs have very little to do with perfection.
Photography is both a skill and an art.
The technical side matters.
But art is about something else.
It's about emotion.
Connection.
Story.
Perspective.
It's about creating something that makes people feel.
Some of the images that have stayed with me over the years would never win awards for technical perfection.
Some break the rules completely.
A blurry image that captured movement and emotion.
A wildlife encounter photographed in difficult light.
A photograph that reminds me of a moment, a feeling, or a chapter of my life.
Images that tell a story far bigger than what appears in the frame.
In today's world, it's easy to become fixated on perfection.
Social media often shows us polished highlights and technically flawless photographs.
But when I look at the images that truly move me, many of them are imperfect.
What they have is authenticity.
They have heart.
They have a story.
And sometimes that's far more important than perfect sharpness or flawless composition.
Photography has taught me that life is much the same.
We spend so much energy trying to be perfect that we forget to appreciate what is real.
The moments that make us laugh.
The experiences that change us.
The memories we carry long after the photograph is taken.
Some of the most powerful images you'll ever create may not be the ones that receive the most likes.
They may be the ones that remind you how you felt.
Where you were.
Who you were with.
And why that moment mattered.
Those are the photographs nobody else sees quite the way you do.
And sometimes, those are the most important photographs of all.
💚 Do you have a photograph that means the world to you, even though it might not be technically perfect?


LAST SPOT REMAINING...We have just *ONE spot left on each of our two Grand Teton National Park workshops this fall. With...
14/07/2026

LAST SPOT REMAINING...

We have just *ONE spot left on each of our two Grand Teton National Park workshops this fall. With Evan Watts

If photographing Grand Teton in autumn has been on your bucket list, this is your chance.

Imagine crisp mornings filled with bugling elk, moose emerging from the willows, golden fall colours, breathtaking mountain landscapes, and incredible opportunities to photograph one of North America's most iconic national parks.

Whether your passion is wildlife, landscapes, or both, Grand Teton in October is simply unforgettable.

At Focus Photo Tours, we keep our groups small so you receive plenty of personal instruction while enjoying ethical wildlife encounters and an incredible photography experience.

When these last two spaces are gone, our 2026 Grand Teton workshops will be completely sold out.

📸 We'd love to have you join us.

Visit our website or send us a DM for all the details.

14/07/2026

We don’t chase wildlife. We let wildlife come to us.

The most powerful wildlife encounters happen when you slow down, stay patient, and give animals the space they deserve.

By keeping a safe distance, staying quiet, and allowing wildlife to behave naturally, you’ll capture more authentic photographs—and help ensure the experience is safe for everyone involved.

Great wildlife photography isn’t about getting closer.
It’s about earning the privilege of witnessing a truly wild moment.

Sometimes the best thing you can do is simply wait.

🐾 Because the welfare of the animal will always be more important than the photograph.

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Rainy and foggy days are a common occurrence on Kodiak but that doesn’t slow us down! The mossy limbs of the trees come ...
13/07/2026

Rainy and foggy days are a common occurrence on Kodiak but that doesn’t slow us down! The mossy limbs of the trees come to life as raindrops fall to the forest floor. A walk in the harbor can feel even more dramatic and moody. Let’s look at the island together in a different light and see what we can find.

The Conservation Story Above Our Heads ✨When we think about conservation, we often think about wildlife, forests, oceans...
12/07/2026

The Conservation Story Above Our Heads ✨
When we think about conservation, we often think about wildlife, forests, oceans, and wild places.
But what about the night sky?
For thousands of years, humans have looked up and seen a sky filled with stars. Today, however, light pollution is growing around the world, and many people have never experienced a truly dark sky.
In some places, entire generations are growing up without ever seeing the Milky Way.
That's one of the reasons places like southern Utah are so special.
Home to some of the darkest skies in North America, this remarkable landscape offers a rare opportunity to experience the night sky as our ancestors once did. On a moonless night, thousands of stars emerge, the Milky Way stretches across the horizon, and distant galaxies become visible to the naked eye.
Dark sky conservation isn't just about astronomy. Reducing unnecessary artificial light benefits wildlife, supports healthy ecosystems, reduces energy consumption, and helps preserve an important part of our natural heritage.
There is something humbling about standing beneath a sky filled with stars. It reminds us how small we are, how connected we are to the natural world, and how much there still is to protect.
For photographers, these moments offer incredible opportunities to create images. But perhaps more importantly, they offer a chance to slow down, look up, and reconnect with a sense of wonder.
It's one of the many reasons we continue to return to Utah's dark skies and share this experience with others.
When was the last time you saw the Milky Way with your own eyes?
DM Night Sky for more Information


Photography and Conservation in National Parks. A photograph can do more than capture a moment.It can tell a story.It ca...
11/07/2026

Photography and Conservation in National Parks.
A photograph can do more than capture a moment.
It can tell a story.
It can inspire curiosity.
And sometimes, it can help people care about places they may never have the opportunity to visit themselves.
National parks like Glacier protect some of the most spectacular landscapes and wildlife habitats in North America. These protected areas provide refuge for countless species while preserving natural ecosystems for future generations.
For photographers, parks offer incredible opportunities to witness and document the beauty of the natural world. But with that opportunity comes responsibility.
The choices we make in the field matter.
Keeping a respectful distance from wildlife. Staying on designated trails. Avoiding sensitive habitats. Following park regulations. Prioritizing the well-being of wildlife over a photograph.
These small actions help ensure that the places we love remain wild and healthy.
Photography also has the power to connect people to conservation. A single image of a grizzly bear, mountain goat, alpine wildflower, or dramatic mountain landscape can spark conversations about habitat protection, wildlife corridors, climate resilience, and the importance of preserving public lands.
At Focus Photo Tours, we believe photography is about more than creating beautiful images. It's about fostering appreciation for the natural world and encouraging ethical practices that help protect it.
The greatest images are often the ones that inspire others to care.
Every time we step into a place like Glacier National Park, we have an opportunity to be both photographers and stewards of the landscape.
📷 Which is your favourite National Park?


Why Brazil Stole My Heart ❤️As a wildlife photographer, there are certain places that stay with you long after you've pa...
10/07/2026

Why Brazil Stole My Heart ❤️
As a wildlife photographer, there are certain places that stay with you long after you've packed your bags and returned home.
For me, the Pantanal is one of those places.
Of course, there are the jaguars. Watching one emerge from the riverbank, move silently through the wetlands, or swim across a channel is something I'll never forget. But what captured my heart wasn't a single species.
It was the entire experience.
The sunset over the river. The calls of hyacinth macaws overhead. Giant river otters greeting the morning with their playful energy. Hundreds of caiman lining the banks. The feeling that around every corner, something incredible might be waiting.
The Pantanal feels wild in a way that is becoming increasingly rare in our world.
What I love most is that this isn't just a story about wildlife. It's a story about people too. The local guides, boat captains, lodge staff, and communities who know this landscape intimately and whose knowledge brings the ecosystem to life. Their passion for the Pantanal is contagious.
Every visit teaches me something new. Every visit leaves me with a greater appreciation for the delicate balance between wildlife, habitat, and the people who call this place home.
As photographers, we often travel in search of images. But sometimes we find something much more valuable—a deeper connection to a place.
That's what Brazil gave me.
It's why I continue to return, and why I am so excited to share this remarkable corner of the world with other photographers who want to experience not only incredible wildlife encounters but also one of the most fascinating ecosystems on Earth.
Have you ever visited a place that completely exceeded your expectations and kept calling you back?
If you would like to hear more about Brazil send me a DM Im heading back in 2027.


When most people think about wildlife photography, they picture bears, birds, big cats, or dramatic landscapes.But some ...
09/07/2026

When most people think about wildlife photography, they picture bears, birds, big cats, or dramatic landscapes.
But some of nature's most fascinating stories are happening just a few inches from our feet.
A tree frog no larger than your thumb.
The intricate patterns on a butterfly's wing.
A bee covered in pollen.
The delicate details of a flower most people walk right past.
Macro photography invites us to slow down and look closer.
It teaches patience.
Observation.
Attention to detail.
And perhaps most importantly, it teaches us to appreciate the small things.
One of the reasons we love teaching macro photography is that it changes the way people see the world. Suddenly, a walk through the forest becomes a treasure hunt. Photographers begin noticing textures, colors, patterns, and tiny creatures that were always there but often overlooked.
You don't need to travel to a remote destination to practice these skills.
Many incredible macro subjects can be found in your own backyard, local park, or garden.
The skills you develop through macro photography often improve every other area of photography as well. Learning to see light, composition, depth of field, and behavior on a small scale can make you a stronger wildlife, landscape, and nature photographer overall.
At Focus Photo Tours, we believe photography isn't just about capturing what everyone else sees.
It's about discovering what they've missed.
Sometimes the biggest surprises come from the smallest subjects.
📸 If Macro Photography is something you would like to learn this year send us a DM Macro and we will send you some information on how that might be possible.


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