Alaska & Beyond · Small Group Photography Workshops
The Experiences That Make
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Photography workshops led by a wildlife biologist.
Every trip is guided personally by David W. Shaw — a former field biologist, not a contracted guide. He spent 20+ years living and working in Alaska, and has guided for years more across the American West, southern Africa, and South America. Small groups, real knowledge, and access to the places and behavior most guides miss.
Alaska & the American West
International
What Our Clients Say
It is simply one of the greatest treats of my life to have joined these safaris, taken almost two weeks off the grid, gazed at the Southern Cross while sitting around a campfire, and fallen asleep while listening to the sounds of animals and birds that you have just had the privilege of viewing. I promise you won't be disappointed. It's a feast for the eyes and for the heart.
Dan K.
Discover Botswana 2026
★★★★★
Dave is not only an excellent group leader and hands-on photography coach, but also a knowledgeable bird and wildlife guide. That's the combination I look for in a trip leader and it's what makes trips with Dave special.
Karen B.
Discover Botswana 2026
★★★★★
He is great at helping both advanced photographers and newbies like me get the most out of the experience. I cannot recommend him enough. I'm going to Africa with him next and wish I could just do his workshops all year long.
Christi C.
Bears of Katmai
About Your Guide
Every trip is led personally by David W. Shaw — professional wildlife photographer, former field biologist, and 20-year Alaska resident. With hundreds of publication credits, 20 years of guiding experience, and deep local knowledge across Alaska, Colorado, southern Africa, and South America, David brings a rare combination of photographic expertise and naturalist experience to every workshop.
Small groups. Personal attention. The places most guides don't know.
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