Home - Morgan Trimble

Writer / Photographer

I’m a freelance photographer and writer based in Cape Town, South Africa.

I specialize in writing about the environment, science, and travel and telling stories through photography. I studied physics and biology at MIT and went on to complete a PhD in ecology. I also enjoy exploring a diverse range of subjects including art, street, culture, and food.

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Assignments and Stock

I’m available for commissioned assignments, whether writing, photography, or both, and I have a large collection of stock photography available. Please contact me regarding projects or licensing.

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Fine Art

Fine art prints are available at occasional exhibitions or via custom orders. My work has been on display at the Iziko Museum in Cape Town and exhibitions in the US, South Africa, and Europe.

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Commercial

I take on commercial projects in portraiture, interior, and product photography when time allows. Please contact me to discuss your project.

Photographic Portfolio

My photographic work explores nature, travel, science, and culture, particularly in Africa. My photographs have been widely published in National Geographic News, BBC Wildlife, BBC History, BBC Mundo, the Washington Post, the Guardian, the Sunday Times, the Daily Mail, Terre Sauvage, Juice, and more.

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Some Recently Published Work

I’ve recently written and photographed pieces for the Guardian, Travel Africa, Wild, Sawubona, Getaway, Popular Mechanics, Quest, Africa Geographic, Safari, and more. My work has also appeared in a number of scientific journals and books.

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Out for the Count in Hwange National Park

by Morgan Trimble for SA 4x4 Magazine (link coming soon)

Walk the Talk in Kruger's Pafuri Region

by Morgan Trimble for Wild Magazine (link coming soon)

African Penguins Get a Little Help from Pretend Friends

by Morgan Trimble for Hakai Magazine

10 Epic Photos from a Helicopter Tour Revealing Kauai's Hidden Majesty

by Morgan Trimble for Fodor's Travel

Award-winning imagery and storytelling

Accolades

First prize, Save our Species Photo Report in IUCN & Terre Sauvage Nature Image Awards for photo series snd text on the critically endangered Mulanje cedar of Malawi