Safari Experience. Photographic Expertise.

I have spent the better part of my working life in the African bush — as a photographer, a guide, a lodge manager and a safari host. That combination of field experience and photographic knowledge is what I bring to every assignment.

Whether you are planning a private photographic safari, need field support for a wildlife production, or are looking for a photographer who understands how safari lodges work from the inside, I offer a level of practical knowledge that goes beyond the camera.

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Devon Jenkin photographed on safari with vehicle

One-to-one guidance in the field

Private Photographic Safari Host

Most safari operators excel at logistics and wildlife — dedicated photographic guidance is rarely part of the package. I work alongside your existing operator to provide quiet, personalised, one-to-one support throughout your safari: from destination and equipment advice before you travel, to composition, camera settings and reading animal behaviour in the field. This is not a group workshop — it is focused guidance built entirely around your goals.

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Leopard looking up african wildlife photography

Practical expertise for documentary, natural-history and conservation productions across Africa

Field Support for Wildlife Productions

Wildlife productions in remote Africa depend on far more than camera equipment. They require local knowledge, patience and the ability to work quietly and effectively in wild environments. With field experience spanning wildlife tracking, remote logistics and long-term subject monitoring — and credits including productions for DisneyNature, Channel 4 and the BBC — I provide the kind of behind-the-scenes support that keeps a production moving.

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Dineer table set up with wine glasses and lanterns on safari

Photography that shows what staying there feels like

Lodge & Operator Photography

A safari lodge is more than its rooms. Having worked in safari operations and lodge management, I understand how camps function, when to photograph without disruption, and how to work around the rhythms of a working lodge — combining hospitality knowledge with an instinct for wildlife and landscape to create content that genuinely reflects the experience you offer.

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Field experience you can rely on

I was born in Zimbabwe and have spent much of my working life in the safari and wildlife industries across Southern Africa.

My background includes professional wildlife photography, photographic guiding, lodge and concession management, mobile safari operations, wildlife tracking and field support for international natural-history productions.

That combination allows me to understand the needs of photographers, production crews, safari operators and lodge teams—not only from behind the camera, but from practical experience in the field.

  • Professional wildlife photographer
  • Botswana professional guiding experience
  • FGASA-qualified
  • Lodge and safari operations background
  • Wildlife film field experience
  • Southern African regional knowledge
Meet Devon

Start with a conversation

Step 1 — Tell Me What You Need

Share your destination, project, proposed dates and what you want to achieve.

Step 2 — Define the Support

We discuss the scope, logistics, availability and whether I am the right fit.

Step 3 — Build the Assignment

I provide a tailored proposal covering responsibilities, dates, fees and practical requirements.

Step 4 — Head Into the Field

Once arrangements are confirmed, I coordinate with you and the relevant operator, lodge or production team.

Tell Me What You Are Planning

Whether you are arranging a private safari, preparing a wildlife production or refreshing a lodge image library, the first step is a straightforward conversation.

Send me a brief outline of the project, proposed dates and location. I will let you know whether I am available and how I may be able to help.

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