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Posted 12/20/2022
Photographer David Swindler shares five tips for capturing better wildlife images, such as how to avoid a busy background, how angles change the photo, understanding camera settings, and other helpful suggestions.
0:00 - Introduction
0:21 - Framing
2:01 - Backgrounds
4:00 - Angles
5:34 - Animal Behavior
6:40 - Camera Settings (Shutter Speed, Aperture, ISO, and Autofocus)
10:31 - Final Thoughts
Posted 12/08/2022
Steve Morello, photo instructor for Lindblad and National Geographic Expeditions, describes the many photographic opportunities we could find, right in our own backyards.
0:00 - Introduction
3:29 - The Traveling Nature Photographer Comes Home
8:10 - Local Wildlife
13:55 - Local Plant Life
17:20 - Creating a Backyard Wildflower Meadow
28:25 - Capturing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary
31:58 - Backyard Bird Activity
35:04 - Having Projects
43:11 - Final Thoughts
Posted 11/21/2022
Monterey Bay is a remarkable place with unique oceanic views and a density of wildlife akin to the Antarctic. Frans Lanting, one of our keynote speakers, shares his experiences photographing this part of the planet and using photography to make a positive impact on the world.
0:00 - Introduction
1:45 - Lanting’s Work
10:43 - Monterey Bay
19:45 - Influences
26:42 - Collaborative Creativity
32:17 - Footprints
42:50 - Climate Change
48:13 - Bay of Life
50:55 - Final Thoughts
Posted 11/04/2022
Want tack-sharp wildlife photos or an easier way to hold your telephoto lens? Whether you're photographing birds or bears, gimbal heads are a great accessory to level up your photography game and your game photography. In this tutorial, Matt Zefi shows you how to balance a gimbal head, and demonstrates its use in the field.
Do you use a gimbal head to level your wildlife photos? Have you never used one and are
Posted 10/27/2022
Posted 10/25/2022
Bob Davis is a professional wedding photographer with a penchant for wildlife photography. Watch as Davis discusses the camera settings needed to capture a photo at the right moment. He also explains how high ISO will not always cause high grain in your images if your exposure is right.
0:00 - Introduction
2:33 - About Bob Davis
6:07 - Consistency and Versatility
12:06 - Wildlife Camera Settings and ISO (Cheetah Photos)
18:39 - Usage of ISO (Bear Photos)
25:53 - Remote Camera Setup
31:31 - Camera Focus Settings (Bird Photos)
37:13 - How to
Posted 10/07/2022
From whales in the Arctic to lions in Africa, Frans Lanting has photographed animals and nature all around the world. Watch this B&H Online video and learn about some of his wildlife photography techniques and secrets, such as the camera modes he uses, the best times to photograph wildlife, how to pay attention to backgrounds, and other useful tips.
What are your questions about taking pictures of wildlife? Post them in the Comments section, below.
0:00 - Introduction
0:24 - Tip 1
1:06 - Tip 2
2:04 - Tip 3
2:38 - Tip 4
3:15 - Tip 5
3:54
Posted 09/02/2022
Dive into the adventures of aquatic image maker Zak Noyle. In this B&H Event Space video, he recounts his experiences above and underwater, capturing images of surfers, sharks, swimmers, and other subjects.
0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - Behind the Scenes
6:28 - Gear
10:40 - More Photo & Video Stories
16:19 - Working with Clients
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Posted 08/09/2022
OM SYSTEM Ambassador Emilie Talpin is in the field and shares five tips for improving your photographs of birds, including where to focus your lens, what gear you should use, and more.
0:00 - Introduction
0:22 - Identify Your Subject
1:47 - Connect with Your Subject
4:34 - Be Ready
6:35 – Early Bird Catches the Worm
7:54 - Tell Your Story
9:51 - Final Thoughts
Posted 07/25/2022
In flight or in a fight, Matt Kloskowski has photographed birds in many different scenarios. Learn how he achieves beautiful bird photos, from camera settings to gear, in this OPTIC seminar.
0:00 - Introduction
1:19 - Embrace the Chaos
8:42 - About Matt
9:49 - In This Presentation
11:14 - Exposure Overview (Aperture, Shutter Speed, & ISO)
22:19 - Autofocus
32:07 - Light, Background, & Action
42:11 - Gear
45:44 - Brief Editing Tips
47:16 - More Courses from Matt
47:49 - Q&A
Ready to photograph birds on your own? Let us know in the
Posted 07/08/2022
From Svalbard to the South Georgia, Camille Seaman has explored and photographed the Arctic and Antarctic regions. In this presentation, she talks about her beginnings in photography, her first trip to the Arctic, National Geographic, Linblad's ship (The Resolution), and more.
0:00 - Seaman’s Art & Photography Journey
6:59 - Exploring the Arctic & Antarctic
38:00 - Q&A
48:40 - Final Thought
Posted 06/28/2022
Whether you're photographing frogs in the Amazon or insects in your backyard, in this B&H video, Sony Artisan Colby Brown shares his most important tips for photographing wildlife at a macro scale.
0:00 - Introduction
0:19 - Tip 1: Lens Type
0:55 - Tip 2: Off-Camera Flash
1:36 - Tip 3: Learn Your Subject
2:04 - Tip 4: Respect the Creatures
2:37 - Tip 5: Bug Spray
3:25 - Final Thoughts
Did you learn something new about macro wildlife photography? Let us know in the Comments section, below.
Posted 05/31/2022
Join Sony Artisan of Imagery Colby Brown to learn his tips, techniques, and settings to help you create images with more impact.
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Posted 03/16/2022
Nikon Ambassador Kristi Odom is in the field to teach you how to compose striking wildlife photographs, how to choose your camera settings, and how to be creative in your wildlife photography. Using the Nikon Z9, she photographs wolves, buffalo, and other species of wildlife.
On what kind of wildlife adventure do you want to go?
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Posted 03/10/2022
When it comes to photographing wildlife, prior research is necessary to stay safe, stay ethical, and create the best image. Nikon Ambassador Kristi Odom discusses the logical steps of her process for conservation and ethical wildlife photography, such as understanding animal behavior, finding wildlife to photograph, and maintaining proper distance. On this particular trip, Odom was photographing wolves, buffalo, bison and sheep with the Nikon Z9