It all begins with Passion
Brendon was born and raised in Zimbabwe where he was exposed to wildlife and the outdoors from a young age, he could hardly be kept in inside, nature already had a big place in his heart and life. While Brendon was at school, he built on his passion for nature and worked in the Matusadona National Park during his holidays, absorbing information and knowledge of wildlife and nature.
After Brendon completed his schooling, he went to work full time in Matusadona National Park where he qualified as a professional guide, one of the most highly respected qualifications in the industry. During the years that followed he devoted his time to sharing every aspect of the African bush and its wildlife, including plants, insects, birds and mammals, with his guests. Many of his days were spent leading walking safaris, tracking and stalking Africa’s big game on foot, skills that would later prove invaluable as he focused his attention to photographing the wildlife he spent so much time with.
Since then Brendon has worked at some of Africa’s top lodges and premier wildlife destinations across the continent, this background in hospitality and guiding, his deep respect and understanding for nature and wildlife, has formed the foundation for the detailed guest pleasing approach to all of the safaris he leads and designs today.
Today, Brendon is a professional wildlife photographer and guide with over two decades of experience, based in Pretoria, South Africa. Brendon leads photographic safaris, workshops and photo tours not only around the African continent but around the World for the specialist photographic safari company, Tusk Photo . These safaris and tours are specially designed around getting the most out of each location, the wildlife, the environment, the experience and all aspects of the photography. So no matter whether it is Polar bears in the Arctic, Macaws & Jaguars of Brazil or the Big 5 of Africa, safaris lead by Brendon, ensure that you the traveller, not only enhance their photographic skills and leave a better photographer, but also gain a lifelong admiration for the natural world around them. All these elements make for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
GUEST TEStimonials
“I admire Brendon's knowledge and the experience of the wildlife and more importantly the photography. His innovative way of approaching the opportunity to take a photograph is amazing. Thanks Brendon, I am a better photographer each time we come back from a tour!!”
— Sarel Smit
“Brendon, Dave and I had such a wonderful time with you while on safari at Sabi Sabi. Your knowledge, easy going demeanour and patience with Dave while he was still learning was fantastic. We so enjoyed our time with you and would highly recommend your services to anybody. All the best”
— Belinda & Dave
Hi Brendon Thank you for the wonderful past 4 days on safari . Without your insight, technical guidance and friendliness during this trip the trip would not have been the same! I know that in future my pictures would will be better, thanks to the knowledge you shared with me.
— Pieter
