The Creative Road

Not as straight or narrow as you would think

Text & Photography By Bill Hatcher

Published December 16, 2016

Not as straight or narrow as you would think.

Make your best images

Become an Outdoor Photographer Member to access this Pro Perspectives Article, plus techniques, inspiration and equipment reviews from the pros!

By entering your email, you agree to our privacy policy and to receive emails from Outdoor Photographer.

Bill Hatcher

Bill Hatcher is a documentary photographer who shoots stories for National Geographic, Smithsonian and many other publications. He believes the best adventure photos are made when you’re an active participant in the story you’re shooting. Bill has been chasing stories about adventure sports,science and conservation around the world for nearly 30 years. His favorite mode of transport is by foot, bike, rope, packraft or skis.

Featured Articles

Best Cameras For Wildlife Photography

To capture the decisive moment in animal activity and behavior, choose a camera with the AF performance, speed and image quality that are up to the task.

Wildlife Photo Impact

Tips and insights for creating dynamic portraits of wildlife.

To access this content, you must purchase Outdoor Photographer Membership.

How To Photograph The Milky Way

Panoramas are one of the most fun and dramatic ways of capturing the Milky Way.

Image of eagles taken with the NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR

Ultra-Compact Super Telephoto

Field testing the AF-S NIKKOR 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR lens, a super telephoto prime that's priced within reach of more photographers.

To access this content, you must purchase Outdoor Photographer Membership.

Lenses For Wildlife Photography

When it comes to selecting lenses for wildlife photography, the first thing most photographers look for is focal length—a long lens that can reach out and cover great distances, bringing animals in for close-ups—but other features are also incredibly useful.

Trillium Lake

Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon.

To access this content, you must purchase Outdoor Photographer Membership.

Make your best images

Read Next

Featured Articles