Don Orkoskey | March 31, 2026
Great wildlife photography, and photography more generally, requires good storytelling. A strong sense of story is essential to getting people to pay attention to and fall in love with your photos. In the video above I explain how to use good storytelling techniques. Watch to learn how to identify your subject, their action, and more. Then, put those skills to use in your wildlife photography or other types of photos.
If you have any questions about storytelling contact me. If you're still struggling with the essentials of exposure then be sure to pick up my book on the subject to master your control of light.
Don Orkoskey
March 31, 2026
I'm full time professional event and headshot photographer Don Orkoskey. Since 2007 I've owned WDO Photography. Additionally, I teach photography in partnership with a number of amazing organizations as well as offering my own group photography classes and individual photography lessons. I teach classes for both adults and children and lead free nature photography meetups each month. I also write a monthly newsletter full of great information and maintain a list of free photography resources and have a YouTube channel to help you learn photography.
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