234: Mastering Reptile and Amphibian Photography | Zac Herr - AAH

In this episode, we sit down with reptile and amphibian photographer Zac Herr, the creative force behind the popular Instagram account @IAmMakingArt. Zac shares the story of how he got started photographing reptiles and amphibians, along with practical tips for capturing stunning shots—whether you’re a seasoned pro or just getting into nature photography. We also dive into his brand-new photo book "What is that?", a beautifully curated look at some of the planet’s most fascinating (and often misunderstood) creatures. Whether you’re into animal photography, reptiles, or just love a good creative journey, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.SHOW NOTES: https://www.animalsathomenetwork.com/234-zac-herr/SPONSORS: Visit Zoo Med Labs here: https://zoomed.com/JOIN US ON PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/animalsathomeLINKS FROM THE EPISODE:Buy the Book: https://www.zthphotography.com/products/bookhttps://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/https://www.facebook.com/iammakingartPhotos and Video in Episode:https://www.instagram.com/iammakingart/0:00 Introducing Zac Herr2:20 Coming Up Zoo Med2:50 Welcome Zac - Getting Started in Photography 14:40 Favorite Animal Zac Has Shot19:00 Isolating the Subject (Blank Background) 22:50 What Camera Equipment Zac Uses24:58 Zoo Med University 26:08 How to Capture Animal Detail 29:20 Capturing Great Photos with an iPhone32:10 Zac's Camera Settings38:00 How to Direct and Shoot Animals41:00 Shooting Venomous Animals 44:02 Editing the Photos & Color Correcting 52:33 What Is That? Zac's New Book!1:05:40 Closing Thoughts

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