Usha Harish

Usha Harish is a distinguished wildlife photographer, safari planner, and naturalist, who has made East Africa her base for over 15 years. Initially a Chartered Accountant by profession, her journey into the wild began following her move to Kenya in 2008, which ignited a deep-seated passion for nature and wildlife. Her hobby of capturing wildlife through her lens gradually morphed into a full-fledged profession. Over the years, she has dedicated herself to photographing various species across the national parks of Kenya and Uganda, with a particular fondness for Masai Mara.

Usha’s photographic style is characterized by her desire to capture the essence and emotions of animals in their natural habitats. Her work transcends mere imagery, serving as a medium to showcase the wilderness and promote wildlife conservation to a global audience. Her photos, rich in color, animal patterns, and behavior, tell compelling stories of the wild, aiming to bridge the gap between nature and humanity.

She is a multifaceted individual whose love for wildlife and the local community has driven her to create a unique and eco-friendly safari experience at Mara Siligi Camp. Her background in chartered accountancy, wildlife photography, and safari planning likely contributes to the camp’s operations and its commitment to community empowerment and environmental sustainability.

For more info, please check www.marasiligicamp.com

Equipments currently used

Cameras

• Canon EOS R3,
• Canon 1 dx mark ii
• Canon 5d mark iv
• Iphone

Lenses

• Canon RF 100-500 mm
• Canon 500 mm prime L IS II
• Canon 70 – 200 mm IS ii
• Canon 100 – 400 mm IS ii
• Canon 24 -105mm, 50 mm prime

Binoculars – Nikon Monarch 7, Camera Bean bags