Kyle Marquardt is a graduate of Ryerson University’s photography program. With an appreciation for more traditional darkroom processes, Kyle has moved fully into the digital revolution, working in the controlled light environment of a studio, learning real world subtleties of light while creating commercial ads for outdoor wear.

Now thoroughly entrenched in the world of fine art, commercial and industrial photography, Kyle finds his work taking him to new places. Spending the last few years as a photographic guide and naturalist on over 30 expeditions, Kyle believes that Africa presents some of the greatest imagery this world has to offer.

A keen eye will help you capture vibrant scenery, wildlife and culture, but to fully take advantage of this spectacular world most of us need to improve how we use a camera. The ample light of the open African sky can make typical photography seem easy, but sometimes it’s too abundant. Or, in the soon-over golden hour at sunset you may move to the coverage of nearby trees to find it’s suddenly 10 times darker… and once again you’re dealing with difficult exposures. Photographing anything in situations like this can be challenging, and Kyle will work with you to overcome any hurdle and teach you how to roll with the challenges of travel photography to capture a truly unique photograph. For more on Kyle’s work, see www.kylefoto.com.