When I post on my social media accounts, someone will always ask me what camera I use, which lens I use, what were my settings etc. blah, blah, blah. The camera and…
Birds in Flight (Two)
NOTE: This method works well for birds coming in from different angles. Here’s the second technique I mentioned earlier. Instead of focusing on the pole that holds the feeder, focus on spots on…
Bird Portraits
If you are finding it difficult or very challenging to photograph birds in flight, thats understandable. It can be frustrating. If you find yourself in this situation, then concentrate on bird portraits….
Birds in Flight (One)
NOTE: This method works best with birds flying in from the side of the feeder. Platform feeders are the best way to attract larger birds like Woodpeckers, Blue jays, Cardinals etc. These…
Using Props
’ve fallen in love with props and now use them extensively. They add realism to your images. Screw a small Tupperware cup on the back of a piece of wood and you…
Photographing Hummingbirds
Photographing Hummingbirds You can find many different techniques on photographing hummingbirds. In this section, I’ll start with my basic set up, and share with you a few advanced options. I photograph Hummingbirds…
Four Essential Elements
Four Essential Elements I’m going to share with you four essential elements to successful bird photography that will transform your images almost overnight. Once you learn and use these elements you will…
Macro Lens For Hummingbird
I bought a Coneflower from the Home Depot. The sign read “Hummingbird Magnet” so I thought oh yeah, this ones going home with me. Turns out I didnt get one shot, very…
Branch on a Feeder
Easy enough to do is simply attaching a branch or tree limb with leaves or flowers near the feeder. Birds will naturally land on the branch (not always) but most of the…