Don Orkoskey
Photographer
Designer
Artist
Capturing Nature’s Stories &
Teaching the Art of Wildlife Photography.
Fine art wildlife prints, commercial licensing, and hands-on photography classes in Atlanta & beyond.Fine Art Wildlife Photography
Prints & LicensingClasses, Mentorships, & Meetups
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Plus, don't miss out free photography meetups in and around Atlanta. These are great opportunities to practice what you've learned.
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Wildlife Photographer Don Orkoskey

In addition to his nature and wildlife photography, Don is known his work as a designer and artist. He has written several books, helped design and build houses and gardens, and performed in front of audiences big and small as a puppeteer and actor.
To find out more about Don's design work and other fine and performing arts he has been involved with check out the following sections of the website.
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Wildlife Photography Gallery
Please enjoy the following bird photos. These are some of my favorite wildlife photos. Birds are incredible creatures and I'm drawn to them. Maybe it's that they've been around since the age of dinosaurs and are their closest relatives. Or perhaps it's because they have such interesting customs and personalities. Either way, birds are one subject that I spend a lot of time on.
Latest Blog Posts

Do You Actually Need A 600mm Lens For Bird Photography?
In this video I explain when you do and don’t need a 600mm lens to photograph birds. Plus I discuss the advantages and disadvantages.

Video: Find Owls In The Wild Like A Professional Photographer
Finding an owl in the wild isn’t just about luck. It’s about learning to recognize the clues that reveal where they are. Watch to learn more!

The Best Wildlife Photography Spots Around Atlanta
If you’re in the Atlanta area or will be visiting here are some amazing wildlife photography hotspots near Atlanta.

Wildlife Photographer Secrets: The Best, Strangest, and Most Horrific
As a wildlife photographer I see the most beautiful scenes as well as the most brutal. Too, I sometimes get to see some very strange scenes!

You Need To Visit Beautiful Sweetwater Creek State Park
If you’re anywhere near Atlanta then you need to visit Sweet Water Creek State Park. This place is full of incredible wildlife to photograph!

Come With Me Down To The Incredible Atlanta Bamboo Forest
Come down to the Atlanta Bamboo Forest with me and explore this magical place along the Chattahoochee River just outside of Atlanta.



































































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