Wildlife Photography How To

Brendon Cremer is a wildlife and nature photographer known for his stunning images of exotic animals in Africa. Among his most spectacular photographs are those in which he shoots his subjects by moonlight.

 

A photo posted by Brendon Cremer (@brendoncremer) on Jul 7, 2016 at 12:21pm PDT

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, Cremer was exposed to wildlife at an early age, and he says that even as a kid he could barely be kept indoors. As a student he was passionate about nature and was in charge of his school’s private game reserve.

 

A photo posted by Brendon Cremer (@brendoncremer) on May 2, 2016 at 10:49pm PDT

After completing his studies Cremer went to work for the Matusadona National Park in northern Zimbabwe, and after an apprenticeship he became a professional safari guide.

 

A photo posted by Brendon Cremer (@brendoncremer) on Jul 23, 2015 at 12:52pm PDT

Photography has always played an important role in Cremer’s life, and he now considers himself an adventurer, conservationist, guide and tour leader, as well as a wildlife photographer.

 

A photo posted by Brendon Cremer (@brendoncremer) on Feb 1, 2015 at 12:19pm PST

“What I like about photography,” he says, “is capturing a moment in time that’s gone forever and impossible to reproduce.”

Cremer has spent years capturing everything the African wilderness has to offer, and has paid special attention to big cats, their habits and their habitats.

 

A photo posted by Brendon Cremer (@brendoncremer) on Jun 17, 2016 at 10:01am PDT

You can read more about Cremer on his website and view an abundance of incredible images on his Instagram page.