Learn how to take sharper images of birds.
About the Bird Photography Workshop
Tutorship and hands-on training by a professional wildlife and nature photographer. Learn how to master the ideal composition including camera setup for optimal results.
Course Details
- Two hours Zoom session covering equipment, settings and time for questions and answers
- Three hours practical shooting from a suitable hide with a qualified bird photographer
- Personal tutorship and hands-on training
- Marievale Bird Sanctuary emphasises a considerable variety of bird species
Presented by
The course is presented by award-winning photographer, Bruna Mentrup-Nortje. Bruna is a professional wildlife photographer, traveller and adventurer. Her philosophy is that anyone can acquire technical skills but the prerequisite for becoming a wildlife photographer is a deep connection with nature.
Key aspects
The most important aspects covered in the Bird Photography Workshop:
- Master the ideal composition when capturing birds.
- Learn more about your camera and camera settings suitable for capturing sharp images of stationary or birds in action.
- Ethics and philosophy of bird photography.
- Accurate exposures for bird photography.
- Depth-of-field for different focal lengths and subjects.
- Optimal camera settings for speed, focus and low light photography.
- Capturing fast action, creative panning and tracking techniques.
- Simplification in bird photography.
- How to get your images sharp and focused.
- Dealing with busy backgrounds.
Date and Time
Zoom classes start at 19:00
Practical Excursion
07:15 – 11:30
Select your preferred date on the form below.
Cost
R2 400 per person. DPC students pay only R2 100.
Entrance fee included.
Location:
Who is this course for?
Beginner, Intermediate and advanced photographers who would like to master the fundamental creative and technical aspects of bird photography.
Requirements
- A DSLR or Mirrorless camera with advanced or manual program modes.
- Beanbag; camera support suitable for shooting from a bird hide.
- Good understanding of how the Exposure Triangle, Aperture, Shutter speed and ISO work.
- We recommend a lens with a minimum focal length of 300 mm. Longer lenses will be a bonus.
- We need a minimum of six photographers to offer this service.
Register for the Bird Photography Workshop
Payment Details
To book, complete the registration details below. Take note that your booking will be secured only once payment has been received. Payment to be made via EFT or direct bank deposit. You are welcome to call us on 079 520-4436 for payment arrangements. Payments to be made out to:
- DPC & Photo Tours, Standard Bank Current Account
- Account no… 021 454 884
- Branch Code 012645
Email proof of payment to info@dpc.co.za. Please use your name and the course name as the reference.