BEHIND THE LENS

Hey, I’m Curtis! A wildlife photographer and videographer based in Ontario, Canada. My passion lies in creating engaging, story driven YouTube videos in the wild, bringing you along as I ethically photography the creatures that call it home. I love sharing tips and techniques as I learn the art of photography, hoping it inspires others to connect with nature as well. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you find some inspiration while you’re here.

Featured Articles

A Threatened Bird and its Bedtime Routine

Published in The Narwhal | June 14, 2024
Photography by Curtis Parypa
Article by Elaine Anselmi

Chimney swifts cloud urban skylines in the evening in eastern Canada. But the birds are likely to become endangered if their food and dwellings aren’t protected

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A bird encounter in Peterborough’s Jackson Park inspired Curtis Parypa to become a wildlife photographer

Published in KawarthaNow | December 30, 2023
Article by Megan Gallant

Though now there’s no limit to the animals he will photograph, Curtis Parypa still remembers fondly the first creature that launched his passion and led him on his current journey to becoming a full-time wildlife photographer and videographer.

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