A lifelong relationship with photography and Africa
Nature photography has been part of my life for more than
fifty years. Africa entered that story in 1989, and Tanzania
has remained at its centre since my first visit in 1993.
Today I accompany a limited number of small photographic
safaris for people who want to experience Tanzania with
patience, personal attention and respect for the natural
rhythm of wildlife.
Gabriel Haering – wildlife photographer, traveller
and photographic safari host.
50+ years
Photography, from film and darkroom to digital work
1989
First African safari and the beginning of a lasting connection
Since 1993
Regular photographic journeys through Tanzania
Small groups
Personal guidance and a flexible photographic rhythm
The beginning of the journey
From Black-and-White Film to African Wildlife
My passion for photography began when I was young and
gradually developed through black-and-white film,
darkroom printing and travel photography.
Working with film taught me to think carefully before
pressing the shutter. Light, contrast, composition and
timing had to be considered before the photograph could
be seen.
Digital photography later introduced new tools and
creative possibilities, but the fundamental process
remains the same: observe first, understand what the
image is really about and remove anything that weakens it.
My first safari in Kenya in 1989 opened a new visual
world. Tanzania followed in 1993 and became the centre
of my African photographic travels.
Photography taught me patience long before I began
applying it to wildlife in the African wilderness.
African wildlife photography is shaped by observation,
light, behaviour and a strong sense of place.
A personal photographic timeline
More Than Fifty Years of Photography
The photographic safaris I accompany today are the result
of decades of photography, travel, observation and repeated
time in the field.
Early years
Film and Darkroom
Black-and-white film and darkroom printing established
the foundations of my approach to light, structure and
composition.
1989
First African Safari
My first safari in Kenya began a lasting fascination
with African wildlife, landscapes, light and scale.
1993
First Journey to Tanzania
Tanzania became the centre of my African photographic
travels and a country to which I continued returning.
2026
A New Chapter
Retirement from my principal professional career created
more time for photography, travel and personally
accompanied safari journeys.
Quality before quantity
An Independent Approach to Photography and Safaris
Photography has never been a volume-driven business for me.
This independence allows me to concentrate on a limited
number of journeys and on the quality of each participant’s
experience.
1
Limited Departures
I prefer to accompany a limited number of safaris rather
than organise journeys continuously throughout the year.
2
Small Groups
Fewer participants create more space, flexibility and
opportunities for personal photographic guidance.
3
Time in the Field
Wildlife photography benefits from patience. We remain
longer when behaviour, light or atmosphere deserves time.
4
Personal Attention
Advice is adapted to each participant’s experience,
equipment, interests and photographic objectives.
5
Shared Experience
I share successful decisions as well as the mistakes
and discoveries that shaped my own photography.
6
No Pressure to Collect
The objective is not to collect sightings, but to
experience wildlife and create photographs with meaning.
Respect before the photograph
An Ethical Approach in the Field
No photograph is worth causing stress to an animal.
Wildlife observation must respect distance, natural
behaviour, park regulations and the judgement of
experienced local guides.
A vehicle should never pressure an animal into moving,
block its path or disturb an important interaction.
Sometimes the correct photographic decision is to wait.
At other times it is to move away.
The same respect applies when photographing people.
Consent, context and sensitivity are always more
important than obtaining an image.
Maintain a respectful distance from wildlife
Never obstruct movement or natural behaviour
Follow park regulations and local guide instructions
Avoid noise, crowding and unnecessary vehicle movement
Put the welfare of the subject before the photograph
This elephant looks very close. Thanks to a big lense, the correct distance was kept while taking the picture.
A personal photographic journey
Why Travel With Me in Tanzania?
More than thirty years of travelling and photographing
Africa have taught me that successful wildlife photography
is rarely about equipment alone.
01
Observation
Understanding the subject and its environment comes
before choosing the camera settings.
02
Animal Behaviour
Recognising patterns and anticipating movement often
creates stronger images than reacting at the last moment.
03
Reading the Light
Direction, colour, contrast and atmosphere determine
how a wildlife encounter can become a photograph.
04
Field Experience
Advice is shared in real photographic situations,
during sightings and changing conditions.
05
Constructive Guidance
Image reviews support improvement without judging or
imposing one photographic style.
06
Multilingual Support
Guidance is available in English, Italian, French and
German throughout the photographic journey.
Alongside photography, I developed an international
professional career in business development, leadership,
governance and collaboration with innovative companies.
Since retiring from my principal professional activities
in 2026, I continue to accept selected assignments as a
board member and coach for innovative startups.
This experience influences the way I prepare and
accompany a safari: clear communication, careful
organisation, personal responsibility and attention
to different expectations within the group.
International experience and multilingual communication
Structured preparation and clear expectations
Personal responsibility throughout the journey
Respect for different experience levels and objectives
A calm and collaborative approach to problem-solving
Wildlife, monochrome and travel
Photography Beyond the Safari
My photographic work includes African wildlife and
landscapes in colour, personal black-and-white
interpretations and travel photography from destinations
beyond Africa.
Different places strengthen different ways of seeing.
Architecture develops awareness of geometry, landscapes
encourage a sense of scale and travel photography requires
attention to atmosphere and cultural context.
These experiences influence the way I return to wildlife:
with greater awareness of structure, space, light and
the visual identity of each location.
If you are considering a small-group safari, a tailor-made
photographic journey or would simply like to understand which
season and itinerary best match your interests, you are welcome
to contact me directly.
