WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Real stories of shared wanders across the globe.
"Neil has a calmness about his photography which filtered through to everyone around him. I tend to get excited by what's in front of me and want to take a million shots, but Neil's demeanor and focus cooled me down and allowed me to take some of my favourite images ever. His knowledge of the area was superb and when one location wasn't working, he knew of 2 or 3 others that could work better, and they often did."
"Neil is an absolutely incredible guide! His positive attitude, friendly personality, and knowledge all contributed to an amazing Botswana trip in 2025. He kept us laughing the whole time and taught us so many photography tips and tricks. I highly recommend him as your guide!"
"I had the pleasure of recently attending an African workshop led by Neil. His attention to ALL the details made it one of the best photography experiences I ever had in my life. His tireless work ethic, positive demeanor and ability to adapt was second to none. If you have the opportunity to attend one of Neil’s workshops, do it! You won’t be disappointed!"
"What really stood out was how Neil handled everything on the fly. Stepping in unexpectedly, he brought a great mix of humor and direction, quickly earning everyone’s trust. He kept us organized, motivated, and laughing even when the days were long or the plans had to change. His ability to adapt while keeping the group’s spirits high made all the difference. I joined the trip for the photography, but what I got was so much more."
"Neil is a wonderful photography guide and mentor. If you have the opportunity to attend a workshop with him, you will enjoy applicable and patient instruction while in the field. He uses the opportunity in front of you to offer tips and guidance... All the while, Neil adds humor and wit to make the experience an unforgettable adventure!"
"He’s determined to help you in any way he can, he’s attentive to participants’ needs, he’s very knowledgeable in all areas of photography—he helped me with astrophotography, and he is a pleasure to be around. Every morning, Neil also used his impressive coffee making skills to treat us to gourmet coffee."
"My time in Botswana with Neil was truly extraordinary. From start to finish, the workshop was exceptionally well-organized, allowing us to relax and fully immerse ourselves in the experience. His guidance elevated my photography in ways I didn’t expect, and the opportunities he created for us were truly stellar."
"I spent 16 days with Neil in Cape Town and across Namibia, he is conscientious always ready to accommodate requests while staying on schedule, all this with a great sense of humour. I wouldn’t hesitate to join one of Neil’s workshops."
"We appreciated his friendly way of ensuring that all the arrangements of lodging, transport and food were working well for us... I noted that he maintained a great relationship with the local game guides and the camp staff. Those people are vital to the guest experience. Neil’s attention never waivered; even hand grinding coffee for guests in the morning!"
"Despite last minute stepping in as the leader, he stayed composed, organized, and on top of details to keep the trip running smoothly. As the youngest and newbie of photography to the group, he was patient with me in teaching me the basics. I was able to learn about astrophotography as well, which was a fantastic experience."
"Neil is an exceptional photographer and guide. He took us to incredible locations, offered spot on advice, made everything easy, and helped me capture some of my best photos ever."
"What could be worse than not doing a workshop with Neil? Lots! What could be better than doing a workshop with Neil, not a lot really. I met Neil because he stepped into leading a workshop for a friend and I'm pleased to say hand on heart, Neil was Fantastic! He's approachable, has a good story to tell, organised and very helpful with your photography. Gently suggesting compositions and tips to get the most out of your experience. Thanks to Neil I now have some really great images, and it doesn't matter your skill level, Neil will help."
"I had a real pleasure to spend two and half weeks with Neil in the photo tour in Cape Town and Namibia. Neil had to replace another person as tour leader at the very last moment and he turned out to be a great leader, mentor and a friend. He took care of everything and created a really pleasant atmosphere in a group. Neil managed to bring us on time to the right places. Neil was very helpful in suggesting the compositions, correct camera settings and also provided valuable feedback on the photos. I returned from this trip with a large number of photos which I consider between the best I have so far. This is important :-) that we share a similar addiction to quality coffee, and his everyday's coffee routine was unforgettable! I really enjoyed this tour under Neil's leadership and will be more than happy to take a part in his future adventures."