Theodore Mattas

Theodore Mattas is an award-winning wildlife

photographer, based in Greece. His images have

been published in major international nature

magazines, books, calendars and also used for

educational purposes in schools and universities

throughout the world.

Theodore is focused exclusively on African

wildlife and runs yearly wildlife photo workshops

in East and South Africa both for novice and

experienced photographers. Theodore is 41 years old, married to an

elementary school teacher and father of a beautiful daughter. He

lives in Thessaloniki, Greece.

Some of Theodore’s prestigious organization and publication awards include:

National Wildlife Federation Magazine (2009); Veolia Wildlife Photographer of the

Year (2012); Five images in National Geographic Daily Dozen (2014 & 2016); Four

International Photography Awards in the wildlife/nature category and one in the

sunset/nature category (2015); Finalist, GDT European Wildlife Photographer of

the year photo contest (3 images) (2016). Most recent awards are Winner,

National Geographic “Parks & Wildlife” assignment, and Honorable Mention out of

20,000 entrants in the "Prix de la Photographie Paris" (2016).

In the evenings at the safari lodges Theodore will teach us photography techniques and discuss

our experiences and results of the day. Those wishing to take advantage of his knowledge and

photographic expertise will take turns riding in his vehicle. Be aware that doing so may mean

going out earlier and staying out longer than the rest of the group in order to capture just the

right light or moment.

Here are a few of Theodore’s award-winning photographs

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