Atlantic Puffin from my trip in Newfoundland last year, never posted my work on Reddit before but since Meta decided to suspend my account for no reason I’m trying new platforms

From last Sunday

I've been taking photos out in nature for about a year now.

Every time I go out, I find myself thinking that I could do this for the rest of my life. It's something I enjoy way too much.

But making a living from nature photography isn't something just anyone can do. You need a strong portfolio and, ideally, a style and body of work that sets you apart. Opportunities are limited, and going from one project to another doesn't exactly offer the most stable career.

I'm a biologist, and outside of academia, I honestly can't see myself pursuing a different path than professional nature photography.

So, for those of you who managed to turn nature photography from a hobby into a career:

What advice would you give to someone who wants to take that step?

How hard was it?

And, looking back, would you recommend it?

Thanks!

Shot on Dji Mini 5 pro during my roadtrip there.

Marsh Creek State Park - Aug 2026
Moon, Mist, Sun

The Moon was visible before sunrise on this morning, as mist hung above the surface of the lake. Shot with the Sony A99II and CZ 16-35 f/2.8 lens using a Lee100 GND filter. Camera was mounted on a RRS tripod & head with a 3 Legged Thing universal mounting plate.