Richard Bernabe

Richard Bernabe is a South Carolina-based photographer, author, blogger, and podcaster whose work focuses on nature, wildlife, and travel. After transitioning from a corporate career, he devoted himself to capturing the distinct mood and character of diverse global locations through his lens. His extensive portfolio is organized into three main categories: "Earth and Light" for landscapes, "Life and Light" for animal photography, and "Human Touch" for cities and people. His professional philosophy centers on creating emotionally engaging images that invite viewers to connect deeply with the natural world. His work has taken him to more than seventy countries, spanning environments from the Amazon and Arctic to the plains of Africa and the mountains of Patagonia. Bernabe's photography appears regularly in prominent editorial publications, including National Geographic, The New York Times, Time, Audubon, The BBC, and the World Wildlife Fund. He also collaborates with corporate clients such as Canon, Microsoft, Apple, American Express, Patagonia, Orvis, and REI. In addition to his photography, he teaches and speaks publicly, leading workshops globally for organizations like Muench Workshops. He hosts the "Beyond The Lens" podcast, which is recognized as one of the world's leading photography podcasts, and reaches a global audience of over a million social media followers.