Description

Discover the art of wildlife photography in this hands-on, full-day beginner course designed for nature enthusiasts and aspiring photographers.  Whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or looking to move beyond auto mode, this workshop will equip you with the fundamental skills to capture beautiful images.  Learn how to master your camera settings, track moving subjects, and compose breathtaking shots-all while respecting nature and it’s inhabitants.

What You’ll Learn:

• Understanding Your Camera:  Learn how to navigate manual mode, adjust shutter speed, aperture, and ISO for optimal wildlife shots.
• Focusing Techniques:  Master autofocus modes and focus tracking for sharp, well timed images.
• Composition Basics: Explore the rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing techniques to create impactful wildlife photographs.
• Essential Equipment: Get an overview of the best lenses, tripods, and accessories for wildlife photography.
• Essential Equipment: Get an overview of the best lenses, tripods, and accessories for wildlife photography.
• Shooting in the Field: Apply your skills in a guided outdoor session with real-time feedback.
• Ethics & Wildlife Behavior: Learn best practices for photographing animals respectfully and responsibly.
• Lighting & Exposure: Understand how to work with natural light to enhance your images.
• Capturing Emotion & Storytelling: Learn techniques to bring out an animal’s personality and create compelling images that tell a story.
• Renting vs. Buying Gear: Explore the benefits of renting equipment before making an investment in expensive cameras and lenses.
• Practical Tips: Discover tricks for staying prepared in unpredictable wildlife settings.

By the end of this workshop, you’ll have the confidence and knowledge to take well-composed wildlife photographs and continue developing your skills in the field.  

This class has a 4 student minimum and a 12 student maximum.

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