This blog brings together the wider stories behind my nature and landscape photography – fieldcraft, seasonal insights, gear reviews, practical advice, and reflections from time spent outdoors. It’s a space for deeper thinking, shared learning, and the intimate experiences that shape my work throughout the year.
Written by Simon Evans. Nature and landscape photographer.
The Side of Wildlife Photography You Don’t See on YouTube
Social media can be misleading at times, especially for wildlife photography. More often than not, we only see the best of an artist’s work, or the exciting cuts that make a video. And it makes sense,…
Photographing the Scafell Range from Pillar During a Glorious Winter’s Sunset
This story is a personal favourite of mine (originally published December 2022), so I’ve decided to re-release it with a more in-depth account of the experience. I felt the original didn’t quite capture the magic of…
Progress Update on My New Photography Book: WILD RAINFORD
WILD RAINFORD coming to you, late 2026! Since I made the initial announcement back in October, I’ve worked tirelessly on my first-ever book, WILD RAINFORD. Naturally, as I began to organise content and play about with…
Is the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM Still Relevant for Wildlife Photography?
At 11 years old, is Canon’s EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II USM still a contender in today’s wildlife photography industry? There’s a tendency in wildlife photography to want to own the fastest and longest lenses available…
Special Moments from 2025, a Year of Wildlife Photography
Looking back, 2025 was the year of wildlife photography. I’ve always had a passion for wildlife, but until recently, I only ever photographed landscapes. For some reason, I resisted the urge to invest my efforts into…
The Magic of Winter at Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve
Lunt Meadows is an iconic wetland nature reserve located in Merseyside. The site itself is a prime example of the value of rewilding. Just over a decade ago, Lunt Meadows as we know it today didn’t…
Capturing the Beauty of Loughrigg Fell During Autumn in the Lake District
A rare moment of calm after a washout autumn could only mean one thing: a trip to the Lake District to photograph the beauty of Loughrigg Fell. Honestly, the way the weather played out, I didn’t…
Introducing an Exciting new Brand Refresh for STILL OUTDOORS
Ever since its inception, I’ve always been quietly proud of the original STILL OUTDOORS branding. It’s a special moment when something you have invested so much time and effort into finally comes into fruition. However, it…
Wildlife of Rainford, My New Book Coming Soon
One of my most demanding projects is finally beginning to take shape: Wildlife of Rainford. For a long time, I have wanted to produce a creative piece that allows me to showcase my photography in a…
How to Photograph Kingfishers in Their Natural Environment
This guide aims to provide an insight into how to photograph Kingfishers in their natural environment. Kingfishers are phenomenal hunters, but they are notoriously shy, making them tricky to photograph. However, with the correct knowledge, planning,…
