Understanding the exposure triangle is one of the most important steps in gaining confidence behind the camera—especially in nature and wildlife photography, where light and movement rarely wait for you. By learning how aperture, shutter speed, and ISO work together, you can spend less time guessing and more time focusing on the moment unfolding in front of you. This post breaks the exposure triangle down in a practical, real-world way, so you can make intentional choices in the field and create images that feel true to the wild places you explore.

Climbing Machu Picchu Mountain at sunrise, I captured breathtaking views of the ancient city, experimented with photography angles, and discovered the beauty of the surrounding flora along the path.

Along the 1,600 stone steps of Machu Picchu Mountain, I discovered a vibrant, almost alien-looking flower. This shot marked one of my first adventures capturing nature with a camera.