About – barry-elkind

barry elkind

A Passion for the Natural World

I am a nature photographer based in Toronto, Ontario, with a deep appreciation for the outdoors and the wildlife that call it home.

While you might occasionally see me dressed for the city, I feel most comfortable in nature—standing quietly with my camera, waiting patiently for a moment to unfold.

Whether it’s a bird taking flight, a fox moving through the forest, or the glow of the night sky above a quiet landscape, these moments inspire the photographs I create.

Barry Elkind.

Wildlife & Nature Photography

Contact Me →

My Photography Journey

I began my photography journey in 2019 when I picked up a camera and started teaching myself the craft. What began as curiosity quickly became a passion.

Through photography, I started documenting the natural world as I see it, focusing on wildlife, landscapes, and the night sky in Ontario and beyond. Over time, birds became a particular fascination. The thrill of spotting a rare species has taken me on some unforgettable journeys—sometimes traveling long distances for the chance to witness and photograph a single moment in nature.

The Way I Photograph Nature

For me, photography is about patience and respect for the environment. I enjoy spending time in the same natural spaces as the animals I photograph, quietly observing and waiting for authentic moments to happen naturally.

One of the most common questions I hear is:

"How do you find these animals?"

The truth is that many of these incredible moments happen closer than we think—often just outside our windows.

About Barry Elkind