How to Become a Wildlife Photographer

Four professionals dish on the day-to-day realities of photographing big bucks, big bears, wild turkeys, elk, sheep and more Getting paid to trek through wilderness in pursuit of stunning wildlife images would seem to be a dream job for many. But the life of a wildlife photographer isn’t always glamorous. Tough weather and terrain combined with long hours at the computer are part of the job description. But pros John Hafner, Tes Randle Jolly, Russell Graves and Tony Bynum say the tough times are worth it. We sat down with each of them to ask about what it takes to succeed, their most interesting moments from the field, their favorite gear, and more. https://www.realtree.com/big-game-hunting/articles/how-to-become-a-wildlife-photographer