Welcome to
Colby Brown Photography
I became a photographer back in 2006, rapidly rising in the ranks of the photo industry. I created my company, Colby Brown Photography, to offer my services to the public and corporations. I spent countless hours studying the latest photography techniques, exploring camera technology and photo editing. This learning curve opened my eyes to the world of photography education by exploring the world and using these techniques in the field.
I was leading photography workshops for National Geographic in South America, further spurring my love for both travel and photo education. Over the years, I have developed photography workshops that take you to wondrous locations around the globe while teaching the different disciplines of photography. Each workshop is carefully planned to offer the best scenic locations to create memorable adventure while allowing me to share my knowledge and experience.
Today, I am a professional photographer, photo educator and author living in Eastern Pennsylvania with my family. The meticulously researched photography workshops I created, specialize in landscape, travel and wildlife photography, I am fortunate to work all over the globe, across all 7 continents, documenting various cultures, environments and species in pursuit of capturing life on this planet. Following my heart and my passions, I dedicate a lot of my time to working with small NGOs, charities and initiative programs while on the road. If you have been looking for a way to give back, check out my NGO, The Giving Lens. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out and contact me. Thanks for stopping by! Enjoy!
Each year I run photography workshop adventures around the globe in some of the most incredible locations on the planet such as Patagonia, Iceland, Norway, Cuba, Africa and much more…
Throughout my career I have created a number of tutorials, video courses & e-books that cover everything from social media and business to post-processing (Adobe, Capture One & On1 Photo RAW). You can find these in the Photography Education section of this website.
Marketing Campaigns
With a social media following that reaches into the millions, I help create & help run social influencer marketing campaigns for some of the biggest companies and destinations in the world, including; Iceland Naturally, Jordan Tourism Board, Australia.com, Sony, Dell, Google and others…
“The true voyage of discovery is not found in seeking new landscapes, but having new eyes!”
~Marcel Proust
Upcoming
Sony Sponsored Workshop
Client Testimonials

This was my third workshop with Colby, after winter and summer Iceland workshops, and I keep coming back for a reason! Colby’s way of focusing on the individuals and teaching on a personal level really helps tackling whatever I’m struggling with and helps me improve upon it during my time in the workshop. Also Colby is great at reading the weather conditions and forecast and choosing the right place and the(…)
right time to get the best photos possible!
A wonderfully diverse brown bear workshop. The week provided an array of opportunities to observe and photograph bears fishing, clamming, eating sedge grass, and more. We were fortunate to see countless spring clubs. I never imagined just how many bears we would see. The lodge staff were very knowledgeable and friendly. All were committed to ensure we had the best experience possible. We were treated like(…)
family.Colby has crafted the workshop to maximize the best viewing opportunities with flexible transportation methods and scheduling. The plane rides offered spectacular views while delivering us to pristine locations where we were most often the only people present.
We had a great group. The week was filled with bears, laughter and fun. Colby manages to maintain a relaxed atmosphere during the jam packed days. Colby is gifted in answering questions in a comprehensive manner that is easy to understand and apply. This was my first workshop with Colby but it definitely will not be my last!

This about sums up my last three unforgettable adventures with Colby—and this one was equally amazing! This was the 11th workshop I signed up for with Colby and he didn’t disappoint! We journeyed to Katmai National Park and Preserve in Alaska, right in time for the legendary salmon run. The main event? Brown bears galore—from massive adults to playful young cubs, fishing (or at least trying to) in the(…)
rushing rivers. Some were skilled “fisherbears” ; others… let’s just say their technique was a work in progress. It was equal parts inspiring and hysterical. What made this workshop stand out was the daily travel by seaplane to reach remote bear-viewing areas. These flights offered jaw-dropping aerial views of Alaska’s vast wilderness—snow-capped peaks, glacial valleys, sparkling lakes, and even the occasional moose wandering on the beach. Simply breathtaking. Our first major stop was the iconic Brooks Falls, where we hoped to catch the classic shot of a bear snatching a leaping salmon mid-air. Before that, we had to attend “bear school”—a mandatory orientation that covers safety protocols, bear behavior, and what to do if one decides to cross your path (hint: it will happen). Safety is serious business, so don’t miss this orientation plus you get a nice bear pin. Thanks to Colby’s permit, we had rare access to walk along the riverbanks, which made for incredible photo opportunities. At times, we were surprisingly close—but always under the watchful eye of Colby/experience guides. Not once did I feel unsafe. We stayed at the Alaska Wilderness Adventure Lodge, which was exceptional. Cozy accommodations, top-notch service, and they provided all the necessary gear—waders, boots, and more. The food? Incredible!!!. They have chefs on staff who catered to dietary restrictions in our group without missing a beat. Every meal was delicious.Colby this was another once-in-a-lifetime experience!! “I Will Be Back”

