Who is Andrew Macdonald?
I’m Andrew Macdonald, a photographer and filmmaker from Scotland, now based in Cape Town.
My work has taken me across all seven continents, from the dense forests of the Congo to the frozen expanse of Antarctica’s South Pole.
For the past nine years, I’ve collaborated with luxury safari lodges, conservation organisations, and travel brands to create visual stories grounded in authenticity and a deep respect for the natural world. My focus is on producing emotive, cinematic imagery that elevates how a place is seen.
I work closely with brands to create content that feels immersive, purposeful, and commercially aligned.
Alongside commissioned projects, I lead small group and private photo safaris each year. Using my experience working in wild environments, I anticipate behaviour, manage positioning and guide decision-making in the field, helping guests maximise the photographic opportunities each encounter presents.
These journeys are designed to be accessible to photographers of all levels, offering practical guidance in real-world conditions while allowing space for more experienced shooters to work independently.
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African Parks Network, Wilderness Safaris, White Desert Antarctica, Ker & Downey Zambia, Desert & Delta Safaris, Time + Tide Africa, Miavana and MalaMala Game Reserve
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Who is Sarah?
When I refer to shooting with Sarah on this website, I’m referring to my fiancée.
We often work together on location, combining our strengths to deliver a more complete visual story.
In these collaborations, I typically prioritise video while Sarah focuses more on photography, allowing us to cover both mediums seamlessly and efficiently.
It’s always a pleasure to experience these wild places together.
You can see more of Sarah’s portfolio here: www.sarahwangphotography.com
