by Will | Aug 28, 2023 | Photography
Hi everyone. Here is a large collection of images that I’ve been creating across the past 6 months, primarily the autumn and winter seasons here in the South Island – my fave! Through teaching, filming and simply being obsessed, I’ve really spent...
by Will | Apr 14, 2023 | Photography
Hi everyone. Since the start of 2023 I’ve been blessed to have experienced so many memorable and sublime moments out in nature. From sand dunes and salt lakes in Western Australia, to the aurora, canyons and remote wilderness areas in New Zealand, it has...
by Will | Dec 13, 2022 | Photography
At the close of a very busy workshop year, I am grateful to share a large collection of new images, made primarily across the Spring season. Some people ask me about the best time of year to come to New Zealand for photography and I truly believe there is no bad time...
by Will | Oct 29, 2022 | Photography
Beneath the mountains, is a series of images I have slowly created across 12 months. This study portrays the dense, temperate forests in the South West of the New Zealand South Island, primarily in my home region of Fiordland. The predominant genus found here is the...
by Will | Aug 16, 2022 | Blog, General, Photography, Travel
In today’s episode I want to share my Top Landscape Photography Mistakes in 2 Minutes – And How to Fix Them! Whether you’re just starting out in your landscape photography journey, or you’re a seasoned pro, we all make mistakes while we learn....
by Will | Aug 2, 2022 | Blog, Photography
Today I want to share with you my long exposure photography tips. Long exposure photography opens up a world of questions and problems. There can be a lot of trial and error, so let me save you some time. In this video, I’ll try and clear everything up for you and...
by Will | Jul 9, 2022 | Blog, Photography
Let me show you how to photograph trees and forests. In this short landscape photography tutorial learn different ways to photograph trees and forests using a variety of lenses to get various results. With so much to look at, so many distractions to navigate, and more...
by Will | Jun 27, 2022 | Photography
Midway through 2022, this is my second release of new images. I feel as though I haven’t had too many photography expeditions the past few months, with several of these images being created all within the same week, then some months apart. During this season, we...
by Will | Mar 15, 2022 | Blog, General, Photography
Using a telephoto lens for landscape photography is a lot of fun. Come along for the ride, as I take you out into Fiordland in New Zealand to chase some snow and light. In this video I’ll take you on a trip out in the field and discuss the plus points and...
by Will | Mar 15, 2022 | Blog, Photography
Want to know how to shoot sun stars? Check out the video below to see how easy it really is to shoot sun stars! A sun star, or sun-burst, is when the sun appears as a bright ‘star’ or ‘burst’ in an image. Sun stars can add an extra element to...
by Will | Mar 15, 2022 | Blog, Photography
Have you ever tried focal length blending? Do you know what it is? Well, if you use a wide-angle lens then this landscape photography trick is for you. In the below video I’ll teach you all about focal length blending, its an amazingly powerful trick that you...
by Will | Mar 15, 2022 | Blog, Photography
I’m often asked how to shoot tack sharp images, especially without a tripod. So today, I want to share my techniques for getting my landscape images tack sharp, from front to back, every single time, no tripod needed! Nothing is more frustrating than thinking...
by Will | Feb 17, 2022 | Photography
What are the four pillars of landscape photography? When thinking about what makes a good landscape photo, I broke it down to four key elements which I think are of equal importance and form the foundation of an image. These are what I have called the ‘four...
by Will | Feb 4, 2022 | Blog, Photography
Whether it’s the gentle lapping of water upon a sandy shore, golden light dancing and shimmering across the endless surface of the sea or even the imposing, thunderous boom of a storm swell hammering coastal cliffs – the oceans edge provides an endless...
by Will | Oct 18, 2021 | Blog, Photography
So you’ve spent a good chunk of money on a new camera, played around with it for some time but you’re still unhappy with your images? There’s so much more to photography then gear, in fact, that’s one of the least important aspects. If...
by Will | Oct 13, 2021 | Photography
Hello and thanks for stopping by. After several months, it’s a pleasure to share a new range of images which I have been working on across the winter months, here in New Zealand. Despite a lockdown and occasional hurdle to overcome, I’m thankful to have...
by Will | Aug 6, 2021 | Photography
For some time I’ve wanted to put together a body of work wholly concentrating on New Zealands ice and glacial landscapes. I wasn’t sure how to approach it or what images I even wanted to make. To be honest, the task seemed too daunting and I kept putting...
by Will | May 12, 2021 | Photography
As always, thank you for stopping by. It’s a real privilege to share my latest photographs with you and I’m so thankful to do so. This collection of work encompasses what I’ve been up to since January. There were periods where I didn’t pick up...
by Will | Jan 18, 2021 | Photography
As always, thank you for stopping by. It’s a privilege to share my latest photographs with you, particularly after the year that 2020 was. I know that for many people, the opportunity to be outdoors and travel to wild places is not currently an option. So, for...
by Will | Aug 9, 2020 | Photography
As always, thank you for stopping by. It’s with great joy that I’m able to share my latest photographs with you, as there are many personal favourites in this new collection, both from a photography perspective but primarily for the experiences alone....
by Will | Apr 10, 2020 | Blog, Photography
This release of new work comes earlier than originally planned. Due to the COVID-19 epidemic, ‘normal’ life and work has come to a halt. In this series of photos, I’m sharing new imagery I recently shot in New Zealand (since January) but also a...
by Will | Jan 29, 2020 | Photography
Hi everyone, just checking in at the beginning of 2020, to share a large collection of new images which I’ve made across the past 4 months at home in New Zealand. To say it’s been a busy and productive summer would be an understatement, with several...
by Will | Nov 8, 2019 | Photography
Hi everyone, To close out the year, I have one last series of photos to share, since my last release of new work a few months back. It’s a bit of a mixed bag here, with time spent in Iceland and of course New Zealand, covering forests, fiords, seascapes,...
by Will | Aug 5, 2019 | Photography
Since becoming a full-time photographer a few years back, my New Zealand photography workshops were my main focus, and to this day are my favourite to run. This country has become my home and the landscape here speaks to me, stirring something deep within. People...
by Will | Jul 22, 2019 | Photography
We’re halfway through the year and I’m pleased to be able to share another collection of photographs that I’ve been working on, since the last release in April. Feeling inspired by the power of the sea, I was drawn to the coast on numerous occasions...
by Will | Jul 17, 2019 | Photography
Have you ever felt like creating some new images but just lacked the drive or vision? That sunrise shoot keeps getting pushed back week after week and those raw files on the computer are still sitting there where you left them a month ago. No doubt, one of the...
by Will | Jun 24, 2019 | Photography
After several months of production, I’m excited to announce here first that my Into the Light Landscape Photography Tutorials are now live! Step into my world as you learn from me in the comfort of your own home. An in-depth tutorial series...
by Will | Apr 10, 2019 | Photography
Here we are, at the start of April and I have another 30 or so images to share, all of which have been captured across the past 3 months. Things have been quite productive at home in New Zealand and also from my recent Patagonia trip, where I had a couple of days...
by Will | Jan 12, 2019 | Photography
Hi everyone. Here, at the start of 2019, I’m finally able to share what I’ve been working on the past 5 months, since my last release of work. Toward the end of 2018 I was back in Iceland and I also made my first trip to Lofoten in Norway (running...
by Will | Sep 21, 2018 | Photography
New Work 2018 – III Here we are, back again with a new collection to share after the last release a few months ago. Over the months, my teaching has taken me back to Australia, Iceland and New Zealand, with some newer workshops getting people into remote areas...
by Will | Jul 19, 2018 | Photography, Travel
So, you’re in the South Island of new Zealand and want to check out Milford Sound? Sweet, I don’t blame you! If you’re looking at getting the most out of your visit and coming home with some great photos, here’s a few things to keep in mind for...
by Will | Jun 19, 2018 | Photography
It’s been 3 months since my last release of new work although it feels like yesterday. It’s been such a busy few months running workshops in New Zealand and Patagonia as well as exploring much more of the wilderness here in New Zealand, all whilst trying...
by Will | Mar 2, 2018 | Photography
The transition from 2017 to 2018 has been one of the most notable changes for myself and my family, having relocated to the South Island of New Zealand and commencing life in Te Anau – the gateway Fiordland. This part of the world has resonated with me deeply...
by Will | Feb 15, 2018 | Photography
If you follow my Instagram @william_patino, you’ll know that over the past few weeks I’ve taken along with me on my travels a couple of Sony’s RX model cameras, these being the RX100V and the RX10IV. This post isn’t a technical spec review, more some real-world...
by Will | Dec 1, 2017 | Photography
After finishing up my workshops and travel obligations for the year, as well as relocating to New Zealand with my family, I’ve finally been able to complete the processing of my latest work. Despite today’s high consumption of daily image viewing,...
by Will | Jun 15, 2017 | General, Photography
Already half way through 2017, it’s scary how fast this year (and time in general) seems to have gone. With the birth of my daughter, trips and workshops in New Zealand and Canada as well as a solo venture to Patagonia, it’s been an incredibly busy start...
by Will | Jun 1, 2017 | Photography, Travel
My eyes are tired but under the moonlight I can faintly make out the faces of the immense mountains that pierce the cloud right before me. After 30+ hours of transit and a 4 hour drive through the night, it’s 4am here in Chile and time to briefly rest my eyes. As I...
by Will | Apr 4, 2017 | Photography, Travel
Ever since I took up photography as my full time profession I’ve been blessed to have done a lot of travel to some amazing destinations around the world. But what a lot of people may not realise is that there is so much beauty right here at my doorstep. I live in New...
by Will | Feb 28, 2017 | Blog, Photography
Almost 2 months into 2017, I figured it was time for a quick blog update on what’s new and in store for the year ahead. On February 13, my wife and I welcomed into the world our healthy and happy baby daughter, Aurora Jade Patino. All is well and she’s fit...
by Will | Dec 30, 2016 | Blog, Photography
On both a professional and personal level, the past 12 months has been engaging, challenging and rewarding, all of which I’m grateful for. Running workshops across several countries and locations as well as being a husband, father and son has left little room...
by Will | Sep 2, 2016 | Photography, Travel
Boasting some of the finest natural landscapes on Earth, it’s no secret that both the North and South Island of New Zealand are a paradise for photographers and nature lovers alike. Now I’m a huge advocate for creating your own adventure and can’t...
by Will | Jul 11, 2016 | Blog, Photography
To avoid coming across as pretentious, I don’t often describe my images or what goes into capturing them. Sure, it’s not often that a piece truly resonates with me personally, perhaps half a dozen times a year, so I’m happy to make an exception when...
by Will | Jul 10, 2016 | Blog, Photography
Somewhat of a rare occurrence, capturing snow at Laurel Hills Sugar Pine Forest has plagued my mind ever since my first and only shoot here back in 2014. After some missed opportunities and a failed attempt, July 2016 saw the vision become reality. Keep an eye on my...
by Will | Jun 19, 2016 | Blog, Photography
Wondering how to shoot sun stars? On occasion, shooting directly toward the sun can render a golden star, which can make a great focal point to your image, all done in camera! Check out my video tutorial below for a quick tutorial on how to do it. Summary Firstly,...
by Will | Apr 19, 2016 | Photography, Travel
Despite having spent my whole life living on the South Coast of NSW, the Budawangs in Morton National Park is an area I’d only heard of recently. After stumbling across some inspiring 1970’s film images from Dennis Rittson, I was more than surprised to...
by Will | Dec 27, 2015 | Photography, Travel
Cathedral Rocks is located in Kiama Downs on the South Coast of NSW Australia. It’s a place that I have frequented many times since picking up a camera, in fact I’d say well over 100 times now! I’ve captured some personal favourite images here over...
by Will | Dec 23, 2015 | Photography, Travel
As the year comes to an end, I wanted to share here an unreleased image from 2015 and what is now one of my all time personal faves. I often avoid detailed explanations and stories behind my work, perhaps to avoid coming across as pretentious. However this one holds...
by Will | Apr 1, 2015 | Blog, Photography
The below post and images are now quite dated. Please feel free to contact me for any information on the Blue Mountains or to arrange your own private tour to some of the best photography locations. I have just returned from a weekend spent in Australia’s Blue...
by Will | Feb 10, 2015 | Photography
“Keep comparing yourself to others and you’ll forget who you truly are”. I wrote those words to accompany an image on Instagram a few weeks ago. I’m not sure if I had heard those words somewhere else before but either way, they came to mind...
by Will | Dec 30, 2014 | Photography
I debated with myself about writing this because it has become somewhat a cliche. Describing the lead up to finally photographing a much anticipated scene has become common place. However, I’ve succumbed, and decided to spend few minutes of my life to pen some...
by Will | Aug 13, 2014 | Photography
Without a doubt one of the most enjoyable and rewarding type of light to photograph would have to be lightning. With an average duration of just 30 microseconds, catching a lightning bolt is not as hard as you may think in regards to camera settings. It’s being...
by Will | Jul 17, 2014 | Photography
Have you ever looked outside at lunch time and thought to yourself nice clouds about, might get a rainbow at sunset which I should try line up between the wall at Bombo quarry? and then, four hours later, find yourself photographing the exact scene you imagined? No?...
by Will | Jun 16, 2014 | Photography
I thought I would share a few general tips that may help you when out photographing landscapes. Since picking up a camera, I don’t think I have stopped learning and I am certain I never will. In every photo I have, I can always find at least something I would...
by Will | Jun 8, 2014 | Photography
The below post and images are quite dated. Please click here for new work and a Bombo Quarry location guide. Like many landscape photographers, I am a self taught. After picking up a camera in 2012, I soon realised the best way to figure out what I was doing...
by Will | May 22, 2014 | Photography
It was hard not to have high expectations when visiting Milford Sound. Whenever I mentioned to someone about traveling to New Zealand, Milford was always mentioned in the conversation as a must see. When a place is so hyped up I try and lower my hopes, and as a...