My workshops are designed to share and teach nature photography techniques in nature, with especial emphasis on wild birds.

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From the different techniques to photograph each species, I will show you how to control all the variables, both of the camera, the light (natural and artificial), as well as the behavior of the different species, to take the bird to a perfect environment, for that particular species, and have it all in the viewfinder of your camera. I have been teaching for many years and I am passionate about sharing the joy I get from seeing your results by applying the methods and techniques I use. With more than 30 years of experience in the natural world (behind the lens), they allow me to understand the animal behavior, composition, balance and behavior of each species, and I teach how to use them to create beautifully pleasing artistic images.

 

I spend many days, months, analyzing and preparing this workshop. This workshop includes working with feeders, drinking fountains, and natural environments that must be maintained for weeks, months, prior to the workshop, to ensure maximum bird activity. Time in the workshop belongs to you! and I will work tirelessly so that your experience exceeds your expectations. All the workshops are focused on small groups to be able to reach an exclusive understanding and dedication to your demand.

 

Because in this workshop we will work with wild birds of different sizes, lenses with a focal variety such as optics between 200 and 500 mm are recommended. It is not necessary but it is advisable to have at least two flashes, as well as wireless triggers. The use of tripods is preferable to the use of monopods, although the choice is yours. A personal computer will be necessary to work the images in times of no activity in the field. Because the workshop focuses on initiation in field techniques, I will help you understand your camera well and understand the basics of the exhibition, framing, composition ...

 

 

 

 

WORKSHOP CONTENT

 

Preparation of the equipment for the given shooting situation:

Camera Basics

Lens choice.

Correct alignment of light (natural and artificial).

Choice of lens holder.

Camouflage.

 

Information on how to photograph the target species:

How to design and use bird feeders.

How to set up and use drinking fountains.

How to photograph the species you want (round table)

How to choose innkeepers with the species in mind.

How to get the birds to land exactly where you want them to.

How to make the birds pose.

How to anticipate and capture the action.

 

Image editing techniques and tricks

How to edit your images and how to know which ones to delete.

How to process your raw files.

How to work in Photoshop and get the best out of your images.

Presentations and round table of the images obtained in the workshop.

 

 

What includes?

The workshop is mostly practical theoretical, with most of the course (80%) in the field, including hides, ghillie suit, tumbi hide, drinking troughs, feeders and natural environments to practice the techniques learned. It does not include accommodation, although I can help you in your search. If it includes liability insurance and relevant permits.

 

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