By understanding the behaviour of his subjects, he is able to capture intimate portraits of spiders, insects and other invertebrates in their natural habitats. Although his photography takes him all around the world, the Austrian Alps are a particularly special place for Alex and he returns annually to these favoured haunts to photograph the incredible insect and plant life.
An experienced tutor, Alex regularly delivers workshops and seminars on macro photography and has taught at venues such as the University of Nottingham and the Wild Photo photography festival in London. Alex supplies major international agencies and his photographs appear worldwide in newspapers, books and magazines including The Times, The Daily Telegraph, BBC Wildlife and New Scientist.
Led by wildlife photographers Alex Hyde, Nick Garbutt and Matt Clarke, this trip visits the Tyrol in June when the alpine meadows are in their full glory. With a spectacular show of wildflowers and an array of butterflies and other insects, this is the perfect time for wildlife and macro photography. Find out more about Close-up on Alpine Nature
Peru’s Manu Biosphere Reserve is one of the most biologically diverse places on earth and is the jewel in the crown of Amazon wildlife viewing experiences. Discover its secrets with wildlife photographers Nick Garbutt and Alex Hyde on a journey from highland Andean cloud forest to lowland Amazon rainforest. Find out more about Z) Amazon’s Secrets: Rainforest Photography
Using captive-bred subjects like mantids, scorpions and spiders, this workshop recreates the experience of photography in a rainforest or tropical habitat. Join award-winning wildlife photographer Alex Hyde in Worcestershire as he introduces and explains the principles and techniques. Find out more about Z) Bugs ‘n’ Beasts Indoors: Photography Workshop
Explore the Mindo Cloud Forest, the Amazon Rainforest and the rugged landscapes of the Andes in company of wildlife photographers Nick Garbutt and Alex Hyde in search of the varied wildlife and macro photography opportunities that the diverse country of Ecuador has to offer. Find out more about Andes to Amazon Rainforest Photography Workshop
Join award-winning photographers Nick Garbutt, Alex Hyde and Chien Lee and venture to some of Borneo’s most biodiverse sites. With a focus on macro photography, this specialist tour reveals a hidden world of captivating insects, amphibians, reptiles and flora, perfect for capturing beautiful close-up images. Find out more about Borneo ‘Buganza’ Macro Photography Workshop
Explore the tropical forests of Belize and Panama in search of wonderful wildlife and rewarding photographic experiences. Accompanied by wildlife photographers Nick Garbutt and Alex Hyde, we will enjoy the astonishing biodiversity that these countries in Central America have to offer. Find out more about z) Belize & Panama Rainforest Photography Workshop
Join acclaimed photographers Nick Garbutt and Alex Hyde to explore Borneo's fascinating habitats and photograph the incredible diversity that lives within them. The forests, rivers and caves of Sabah are home to a huge variety of wildlife that provides no end of photographic opportunities. Find out more about Z) Borneo Rainforest Photography Workshop
Costa Rica has long been an established wildlife destination, renowned for its remarkable biodiversity. Join acclaimed photographers Nick Garbutt and Alex Hyde on this unique itinerary that includes stays in prime locations to discover some of the country’s best preserved ecosystems. Find out more about Z) Costa Rica: Caribbean Rainforest Photography Workshop
Join us for a week of outstanding British wildlife photography on the magical Isle of Mull. Enjoy creative photography as we spend intimate time immersed within a huge puffin colony, capture spectacular images of white-tailed sea eagles diving for fish and photograph everything from otters to sundews. Find out more about Z) Isle of Mull Photography With Nick Garbutt & Alex Hyde
The Pembrokeshire Coast offers a wealth of wildlife and tremendous photographic potential. Our aim with this workshop is to combine macro and landscape options along the coast and sea shore, whilst enjoying some wildlife photography on board our exclusive boat charter. Find out more about Z) Pembrokeshire Coast Photo Workshop
Join acclaimed photographer Alex Hyde on this twin-centre dedicated macro photography tour to Slovenia. Combining the southern Dinaric Alps with the mighty Julian Alps, this trip has been designed to maximise photography with some sought-after species of butterflies, beetles and spectacular botanical delights. Find out more about Z) Slovenia Macro Photography
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