5 Keys to Stress-Free
Winter Wildlife Photography
Here’s the replay of my free live class on finding Wildlife, reading their behaviour, and how to get images you’re proud of - even in the challenging conditions of Winter.
All experience levels welcome!
You’ll Learn How to:
Find Wildlife even when it’s cold & the days are short
Choose gear that actually matters (and skip what doesn’t)
Read animal behaviour so you can anticipate their next move
Photograph ethically & respectfully - the practices that separate you from “that guy” (you know the one)
Walk away with a framework you can use on your very next Winter outing
Want More?
If you’d like to put all of this into practice in a safe & supportive environment with me there to guide you, simply fill out the short application form below.
Filling out the application is free & doesn’t commit you to anything, it just starts the conversation.
Meet Your Host
Hi, I’m Aela!
I’ve spent 5 Winters photographing the Wildlife in Yellowstone - Wolves mid-howl, Bison dusted in snow, Coyotes mousing in the meadows. I built my photography community around one idea: you learn best when you feel safe enough to ask questions, experiment, make mistakes, and create without judgment. That’s exactly the space I’m bringing to this free class.
What My Students & Trip Attendees Are Saying & Creating
Susan
Image of Coyote & Raven interaction by Susan, Winter 2024
Susan hadn’t been to Yellowstone since she was a kid. She wanted to experience this iconic landscape as an adult, camera in hand. That was Winter 2023. She was hooked and she’s been back for every trip since. The ethics, the small like-minded group, and the real-time learning make these the kinds of experiences that leave her rested and recharged, not drained.
Keri
Image of a Grizzly Bear by Keri, Spring 2025
Keri arrived nervous to take her camera off auto. Settings felt overwhelming, especially in the field where everything changes quickly. But she felt safe and supported, so she started asking questions, experimenting, letting herself play. By the end of the trip, she was more confident in her settings, able to be more present in each moment, and maybe just a little obsessed with Yellowstone (honestly, same).
Amber
Image of Red Fox by Amber, Winter 2024
Amber came for the adventure. She told herself, “if I come home with even one image I love, that’ll be enough.” She came home with memory cards full of images she couldn’t believe she’d taken; images that changed how she saw herself - not just as someone who loves Wildlife, but someone who’s proud of what she’s learned and created.