Florida Bird Photography Workshop

Florida is a haven for bird photographers, offering a diverse array of species and habitats that provide endless opportunities to enhance your skills. In this workshop, you'll explore some of the best birding locations in Central Florida, from wetlands to coastal areas where you will see around 40-50 different bird species. With expert guidance from Nikhil, you'll learn how to ethically approach, photograph, and identify various bird species, all while improving your photographic skills.

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Whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer, this workshop emphasizes hands-on learning, with multiple chances to capture Florida’s stunning birdlife. Through personalized instruction and on-location feedback, you’ll master essential skills such as understanding bird behavior, utilizing lighting conditions, and refining your composition to create powerful wildlife images.

Join us for an unforgettable experience in one of the most biodiverse birding areas in the country!

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What you will learn:

1. Bird Behavior - Understanding behavior patterns, flight, and feeding habits to anticipate movement for better shots.

2. Camera Settings - Optimal settings for bird photography, including shutter speed, aperture, and ISO to capture the action. Techniques for photographing birds in flight, including focus tracking, controlling backgrounds and motion blur for dynamic images.

3. Mastering your gear - How to select and use the right camera and lenses for bird photography, tripods/monopods, and effective stabilization techniques.

4. Lighting Techniques - Learn how to use light to make the most of the situation. Use natural light to highlight the beauty of birds and their environment.

5. Composition and Framing - Creating dynamic and captivating compositions. Including emphasizing birds in their habitat and visual storytelling.

6. ​Post-Processing Tips - While this subject can be very involved, we will discuss and demonstrate some photo editing techniques to bring your photos to their full potential using Adobe Lightroom.

7. Bird Identification - Tips on identifying common Florida bird species and their distinguishing features for better targeting of photo opportunities.

8. Wildlife Approach, Safety, and Etiquette - Learn techniques for ethically approaching birds without disturbing their natural behavior, ensuring candid shots while respecting their environment. You'll also gain an understanding of field safety and best practices for wildlife photography, ensuring a responsible and respectful experience in nature.

By the end of the workshop, participants will gain a comprehensive set of photographic skills and capture a collection of stunning images of the incredible birdlife Florida has to offer!