Emotion.Captured

Andrew Macdonald

Welcome, I’m Andrew Macdonald, a photographer and videographer from Scotland, based in Cape Town.

I help clients create authentic, emotive imagery that reflects their brand’s ethos and narrative in a meaningful, impactful way.

My work spans everything from luxury safari lodges and exclusive island destinations to remote travel and science in Antarctica, covering wildlife, conservation and photographic guiding.

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YouTube

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Editing Tutorials

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Blogs

Educational blog posts from the wild

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Who is Andrew?

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If these tiny lion cubs don’t brighten up your day then nothing will! It’s always such a privilege to see cubs this small while on safari. Take on location with @wearewilderness and @africanparksnetwork in Busanga Plains, Zambia. #wear
Ultimate Uganda. ONE SPACE REMAINING Shoebills in the wetlands. Chimpanzees in lush forests. And the highlight of the journey, two mountain gorilla treks in Bwindi’s ancient rainforest. @kylegoetschphotography and I have put together an immer
Some of my favourite leopard photos from a green season shoot at @malamalagamereserve last year. Our sightings on this shoot were exceptional. Never a dull moment. #southafrica #malamala #leopard #wildlifephotography
A few magical moments from a recent shoot in Liuwa Plain, Zambia. I’ve been lucky to spend a lot of time on these magical plains over the last 9 years and always look forward to returning. On location for @kerdowneyzambia #safari #zambia #w
Today I am deeply saddened to hear about the death of Africa’s most famous elephant, Craig the super tusker. I am incredibly grateful that I was lucky enough to meet him in 2024. The phrase “gentle giant” does not quite do him just