Wildlife photographer Hans Wild in the field

HANS WILD

Biography

Portrait of wildlife photographer and safari guide Hans Wild

Hans Wild is a wildlife photographer, filmmaker, and visual storyteller with over 15 years of experience capturing stories that matter. His journey spans commercial productions, award-winning short films, and impactful conservation campaigns, but his heart firmly belongs to the wild.

Having worked with organizations like National Geographic Channel and animal welfare NGOs, Hans blends strong visual aesthetics with deep respect for wildlife and natural ecosystems. His approach is slow, observant, and story-driven, focused not just on images, but on behaviour and the unseen moments of the jungle.

Today, Hans leads personalized wildlife photography tours across India, offering on-field mentoring and immersive experiences designed for those who seek a deeper connection with nature. Each journey is rooted in conservation, ethical photography, and storytelling, created for people who want to experience the wild, not chase it.

Recognitions & Features

Rajasthan Forest Department conservation publication

Official Conservation Publication

Contributing Photographer & Visual Documentarian
Desert National Park Sanctuary, Jaisalmer

Published by the Rajasthan Forest Department in collaboration with the Bustard Recovery Program, Wildlife Institute of India (WII).

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WWF India

Selected among the Top 5 Images in WWF India’s Spot the Species Photography Challenge for a Cinereous Vulture photograph, one of India’s most threatened raptors.

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Roundglass Sustain

Featured and shared within the #RGSustainCommunity, recognizing impactful wildlife and landscape photography.

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Nature in Focus

Work featured on Nature in Focus, one of India’s leading wildlife and nature photography platforms, showcasing vibrant avian imagery.

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Local Samosa

Featured wildlife photographs used in a conservation-focused post highlighting species found only in India that are currently at risk.

Magazine Features

Desert National Park conservation publication (WII) featuring Hans Wild photography, page 1
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Desert National Park conservation publication (WII) featuring Hans Wild photography, page 6
"The jungle is not just a place where animals live; it is a living, breathing entity that speaks to those who listen."
Hans Wild