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29 July 2024

How to Experience the Maasai Mara Differently: A Wildlife Photography & Conservation Program

Close your eyes and think of Africa and the Maasai Mara is what you imagine ...

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Why doing a wildlife photography internship abroad is a great idea

28 September 2020

Why doing a wildlife photography internship abroad is a great idea

If you’re serious about pursuing wildlife photography as a career, consider getting some field experience during an internship. ...

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On Becoming a Humanitarian Photographer

16 September 2020

On Becoming a Humanitarian Photographer

Are you a passionate photographer? Here's why exploring the field of humanitarian photography can be a start of an inspiring career for you. ...

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How to give back through photography

10 July 2020

How to give back through photography

How to give back through photography: here are seven ways you can generate a positive impact through your photography skills. ...

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How to find the right photography internship abroad

3 July 2020

How to find the right photography internship abroad

The ultimate guide on how to find the right photography internship abroad. Find out how you can achieve the internship of your dreams! ...

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7 Cape Town Photography Highlights

25 March 2019

7 Cape Town Photography Highlights

Whoever travels to South Africa, will most likely pay a visit to Cape Town. Find out which highlights in Cape Town are amazing to visit for ...

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Wildlife Photography Volunteer Project in South Africa: What To Expect

7 October 2018

Wildlife Photography Volunteer Project in South Africa: What To Expect

Here's what you can expect if you venture to South Africa for a wildlife photography volunteer project. Set in the Kruger area surrounded by ...

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Madagascar: 5 Landscape Photography Highlights

6 September 2018

Madagascar: 5 Landscape Photography Highlights

Madagascar may be an island, but the photographic opportunity is endless. It's a land rich in diversity, treasures, indigenous baobab trees ...

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7 Reasons Why An Ethiopia Photo Tour Should Be On Your Bucket List

22 August 2018

7 Reasons Why An Ethiopia Photo Tour Should Be On Your Bucket List

Ethiopia photo tour: Ethiopia's dashing blend of scenery, wildlife, and culture make the country a unique travel destination ...

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Why Joining a Photo Safari is a Great Idea

12 August 2018

Why Joining a Photo Safari is a Great Idea

Why joining a photo safari is a great idea. Wildlife photographer and workshop leader Kaleel Zibe shares his experiences and insights. ...

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Cape Town Tour: 5 Reasons the Mother City Inspires Photography

23 July 2018

Cape Town Tour: 5 Reasons the Mother City Inspires Photography

We think Cape Town is rather excellent for photography. Its colourful neighborhoods, cultures, vibrant streets, and its incredible mountains ...

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Uganda Wildlife Photography Highlights

14 February 2018

Uganda Wildlife Photography Highlights

If you think of Ugandan wildlife, you probably think of gorillas. It's one of the few countries where you can still encounter these endanger ...

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The History of Travel Photography

30 January 2018

The History of Travel Photography

Travel photography is a popular niche in today’s tourism industry, but it wasn’t always. Photography was a technical endeavor in its ear ...

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The Ibali Photo Collective Comes Full Circle

20 December 2017

The Ibali Photo Collective Comes Full Circle

Penda Trust celebrated the completion of the pilot program with the Ibali photo exhibition displaying the students’ best pieces at the Veg ...

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Best Landscape Photography Destinations

13 December 2017

Best Landscape Photography Destinations

Are you a passionate landscape photographer? Here are some inspiring destinations for landscape photography workshops you might want to visi ...

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Madagascar: a Truly Unique Travel Destination

31 October 2017

Madagascar: a Truly Unique Travel Destination

Find out what makes Madagascar so special, and why it should be your next photography holiday destination, focusing on wildlife and landscap ...

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Ibali: Using Photography to Educate & Elevate

27 October 2017

Ibali: Using Photography to Educate & Elevate

The mission of our aligned NGO, Penda Trust, is to use photography as an impetus for change. ...

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Find Your Ideal Photo Tour – Take Our Quiz!

5 October 2017

Find Your Ideal Photo Tour – Take Our Quiz!

Photography workshops are the best way to improve your craft. Take our quiz and find out the best photography workshop for you! ...

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6 Great Destinations for a Wildlife Photography Holiday

3 October 2017

6 Great Destinations for a Wildlife Photography Holiday

A great wildlife photo holiday should include wide array of wildlife in a natural setting, which allows the chance to capture real moments. ...

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7 Questions for National Geographic Photographer Tyrone Turner

31 August 2017

7 Questions for National Geographic Photographer Tyrone Turner

A regular contributor to National Geographic, Tyrone practices a documentary style photography and raises awareness on a range of issues thr ...

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An Inside Look into the Black Mambas

27 August 2017

An Inside Look into the Black Mambas

n March 2017, wildlife photographer Alan Hewitt was visited the Black Mamba Anti-Poaching Unit in South Africa, before running our photograp ...

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5 Tips for Making the Most Out of A Cuba Photography Holiday

16 July 2017

5 Tips for Making the Most Out of A Cuba Photography Holiday

With its timeworn architecture, vibrant street scenes, and colourful people, the country is uniquely inspiring for street and cultural photo ...

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7 Best Destinations for Photo Tours in Africa

15 July 2017

7 Best Destinations for Photo Tours in Africa

Africa immediately conjures up the image of lions and elephants roaming on open savannah, with acacia trees forming silhouettes against drea ...

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Useful Things To Know When Planning A Trip to Cuba

22 June 2017

Useful Things To Know When Planning A Trip to Cuba

Cuba truly is a photographer’s paradise. To make sure you can concentrate and capturing that perfect image, here are our top 10 Cuba trav ...

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What Makes Photography Holidays Unique

22 May 2017

What Makes Photography Holidays Unique

If you’re a keen traveler and you love to take pictures, a photo tour might be the perfect way to visit the next destination on your Bucke ...

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6 Questions for Photographer Lucia Griggi

3 May 2017

6 Questions for Photographer Lucia Griggi

Lucia Griggi is a multi-award winning photographer with a vivid body of work. She combines modern and classic styles to create her distinct ...

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10 Facts About Botswana That Will Make You Want To Go There

19 April 2017

10 Facts About Botswana That Will Make You Want To Go There

Botswana holds some of Africa’s most unique landscapes and incredible wildlife. Largely untouched by human civilization. ...

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10 April 2017

Mountain Gorilla Photography Tips

Photographing Mountain Gorillas is a once-in-a-lifetime, Bucket List topping experience.  BBC presenter and professional photographer Trai ...

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How to Contribute to Conservation Photography

15 March 2017

How to Contribute to Conservation Photography

Hone your photography skills, take amazing wildlife images, and make your photography count for wildlife conservation. ...

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Best Tusk Photo & How To Make Elephant Conservation Count

9 March 2017

Best Tusk Photo & How To Make Elephant Conservation Count

o one needs an elephant tusk besides an elephant. Greed, however, has led the human population to believe differently for some time. ...

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How to Pack for an African Photo Safari

19 February 2017

How to Pack for an African Photo Safari

African Photo Safari Tour is one of the best way to explore your art of photography. To get best experience visit Penda Photo Tours. ...

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The Perfect Time for a Cuba Photo Tour

16 February 2017

The Perfect Time for a Cuba Photo Tour

How Cuba inspires photography, and why it's the perfect time to venture there for a photography workshop. ...

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Ethics in Wildlife Photography

14 February 2017

Ethics in Wildlife Photography

How to ensure the animals' wellbeing during a wildlife photography workshop ...

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What Makes Botswana a Unique Travel Destination

9 February 2017

What Makes Botswana a Unique Travel Destination

Botswana is a remarkably unique travel destination, and one that's particularly well-suited for photography. ...

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6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Trai Anfield

8 January 2017

6 Questions for Wildlife Photographer Trai Anfield

Here are six questions for wildlife photographer Trai Anfield. Discover Trai's inspiration and goals as a photographer, as well as photograp ...

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Astrophotography Tips from an Expert

9 December 2016

Astrophotography Tips from an Expert

An ethereal and highly magical experience for many, astrophotography is the practice of photographing objects in the night sky. ...

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What Makes a Photo Safari Unique?

5 October 2016

What Makes a Photo Safari Unique?

If enticed by the photographic experience, check out Penda Photo Tours and book a photographic safari! ...

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A Day with the Cape Town Photography Tour

23 September 2016

A Day with the Cape Town Photography Tour

A first-hand account of the quality photographic experience with Penda Photo Tours. ...

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6 Questions for Kaleel Zibe

28 April 2016

6 Questions for Kaleel Zibe

If you join the Masai Mara Wildlife Photography Workshop, you'll be lucky enough to improve your wildlife photography through Kaleel's tutor ...

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6 Questions for Alan Hewitt

17 April 2016

6 Questions for Alan Hewitt

If you join one of our photo safaris, you might get the opportunity to learn from UK based photographer Alan Hewitt, focusing on wildlife an ...

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