2023 PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS
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Intro to Nature Photography
Instructor: Jamie Cunningham
Date: Saturday, May 6
Time: 2:30-3:30 PM
Location: Maumee Bay State Park Lodge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
Do you love nature? Do you own a camera? Then this class is for you! Join professional wildlife photography Jamie Cunningham of Sabrewing Nature Tours for tips and tricks to capturing great images, no matter what type of camera you are using! This class covers the basics from do's and don'ts, when is the best time to shoot, composition, recommended gear, beginning editing and more! Please bring your camera of choice with you to the class.
Date: Saturday, May 6
Time: 2:30-3:30 PM
Location: Maumee Bay State Park Lodge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
Do you love nature? Do you own a camera? Then this class is for you! Join professional wildlife photography Jamie Cunningham of Sabrewing Nature Tours for tips and tricks to capturing great images, no matter what type of camera you are using! This class covers the basics from do's and don'ts, when is the best time to shoot, composition, recommended gear, beginning editing and more! Please bring your camera of choice with you to the class.
Kicking It Up a Notch:
Taking your bird photography to the next level
Instructor: Brian Zwiebel
Sponsored by Sabrewing Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Saturday, May 6 (afternoon classroom session) and Sunday, May 7 (morning field session)
Time: Saturday, May 6, 1-2:30 PM and Sunday, May 7, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
This program will include a brief review of some basics before diving head first into some more advanced concepts including discussion on which exposure modes to use when. We'll discuss getting the most from your autofocus system and include a brief overview of fill flash vs. flash as the main light source. Finally, Brian will tie it all together discussing how he uses the various settings in some of his favorite forms of bird photography including waterfowl, warblers and shorebirds.
Sponsored by Sabrewing Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Saturday, May 6 (afternoon classroom session) and Sunday, May 7 (morning field session)
Time: Saturday, May 6, 1-2:30 PM and Sunday, May 7, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
This program will include a brief review of some basics before diving head first into some more advanced concepts including discussion on which exposure modes to use when. We'll discuss getting the most from your autofocus system and include a brief overview of fill flash vs. flash as the main light source. Finally, Brian will tie it all together discussing how he uses the various settings in some of his favorite forms of bird photography including waterfowl, warblers and shorebirds.
The Basics of Bird Photo Editing
Instructor: Tyler Ficker
Date: Monday, May 8
Time: 2:30-3:30 PM
Location: Maumee Bay State Park Lodge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
One thing that can set your bird photos apart from other people’s is knowing how to properly edit them. This can give an added professional look to your photos that may not be achieved on camera. While there is never one true way to editing, this presentation focuses on helping you learn how to utilize the different tools you have access to when trying to achieve the look you had in mind for a given photo. This presentation covers the difference between RAW and JPEG, all the common tools and terminology in editing software, composition, and examples of the different uses! This talk will also cover the benefits of using a monitor designed for photo editing. The presentation will be demonstrated using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom but the information is applicable to nearly all editing software! This is a great follow-up to the bird photography presentation.
Date: Monday, May 8
Time: 2:30-3:30 PM
Location: Maumee Bay State Park Lodge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
One thing that can set your bird photos apart from other people’s is knowing how to properly edit them. This can give an added professional look to your photos that may not be achieved on camera. While there is never one true way to editing, this presentation focuses on helping you learn how to utilize the different tools you have access to when trying to achieve the look you had in mind for a given photo. This presentation covers the difference between RAW and JPEG, all the common tools and terminology in editing software, composition, and examples of the different uses! This talk will also cover the benefits of using a monitor designed for photo editing. The presentation will be demonstrated using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom but the information is applicable to nearly all editing software! This is a great follow-up to the bird photography presentation.
Light... Shadow... Background!
Instructor: Kevin Loughlin
Sponsored by Wildlife Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Monday, May 8 (afternoon classroom session) and Tuesday, May 9 (morning field session)
Time: Monday, May 8, 1-2:30 PM and Tuesday, May 9, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
Classroom session: The art of photography is based upon light and shadow. Having a proper understanding of exposure will help you create better images of any subject and take your photography to the next level! What lies behind your subject can make or break your final image. Learning to pay attention to all elements in your image, especially the background, will help you get better photos. we will discuss using different lenses and depth of focus to isolate your subject or show it in its environment.
Field session: Expanding on the classroom seminar, we will discuss how to “see” light and shadow and how it will affect the subject as well as the background of your images. We’ll visit proper exposure to help highlight your subject and paying attention to your camera’s histograms for best exposure. We will also explore paying attention to your backgrounds, not only to eliminate distractions but to add interest.
Sponsored by Wildlife Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Monday, May 8 (afternoon classroom session) and Tuesday, May 9 (morning field session)
Time: Monday, May 8, 1-2:30 PM and Tuesday, May 9, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
Classroom session: The art of photography is based upon light and shadow. Having a proper understanding of exposure will help you create better images of any subject and take your photography to the next level! What lies behind your subject can make or break your final image. Learning to pay attention to all elements in your image, especially the background, will help you get better photos. we will discuss using different lenses and depth of focus to isolate your subject or show it in its environment.
Field session: Expanding on the classroom seminar, we will discuss how to “see” light and shadow and how it will affect the subject as well as the background of your images. We’ll visit proper exposure to help highlight your subject and paying attention to your camera’s histograms for best exposure. We will also explore paying attention to your backgrounds, not only to eliminate distractions but to add interest.
Point and Shoot Warbler Photography
Instructor: Stephen Ingraham
Date: Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11
Time: 9 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Meet at the east entrance of the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Boardwalk
Fee: $30
Capacity: 10
Registration Required: Yes
Wildlife and nature photography used to be the domain of expensive DSLRs and specialized (and expensive) lenses. No more! Today a relatively inexpensive advanced Point and Shoot camera with a long zoom (sometimes called a "bridge" camera or "superzoom") will open up satisfying nature photography to almost anyone. Yes, even Warbler photography. Warblers are not easy subjects, with any camera, but with some basic knowledge, patience, and practice, you can bring home Warbler shots you will be willing to show your friends...even the ones with $10,000 worth of camera equipment. Join Stephen Ingraham, the Point and Shoot Nature Photographer, and learn how.
Date: Tuesday, May 9, and Thursday, May 11
Time: 9 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Meet at the east entrance of the Magee Marsh Wildlife Area Boardwalk
Fee: $30
Capacity: 10
Registration Required: Yes
Wildlife and nature photography used to be the domain of expensive DSLRs and specialized (and expensive) lenses. No more! Today a relatively inexpensive advanced Point and Shoot camera with a long zoom (sometimes called a "bridge" camera or "superzoom") will open up satisfying nature photography to almost anyone. Yes, even Warbler photography. Warblers are not easy subjects, with any camera, but with some basic knowledge, patience, and practice, you can bring home Warbler shots you will be willing to show your friends...even the ones with $10,000 worth of camera equipment. Join Stephen Ingraham, the Point and Shoot Nature Photographer, and learn how.
Birding with a Camera
Instructor: Krisztina Scheeff
Date: Tuesday, May 9, or Friday, May 12
Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Maumee Bay State Park
Meet at Troutman Nature Center
Fee: $30
Registration Required: Yes
Are you a birder and would like to learn more about your camera and how to capture your own photos? Join professional Nature Photographer Krisztina with KS Nature Photography for a casual session of birding with the added bonus of photography. This program is open to all ages, birders, photographers, and anyone who would like to learn more about the birds and about basic camera techniques for bird photography.
Bring your binoculars and any camera, if you like (point and shoot, DSLR, Mirrorless - and any lens). To read more about Krisztina, please visit www.KSNaturePhotography.com
Date: Tuesday, May 9, or Friday, May 12
Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m.
Location: Maumee Bay State Park
Meet at Troutman Nature Center
Fee: $30
Registration Required: Yes
Are you a birder and would like to learn more about your camera and how to capture your own photos? Join professional Nature Photographer Krisztina with KS Nature Photography for a casual session of birding with the added bonus of photography. This program is open to all ages, birders, photographers, and anyone who would like to learn more about the birds and about basic camera techniques for bird photography.
Bring your binoculars and any camera, if you like (point and shoot, DSLR, Mirrorless - and any lens). To read more about Krisztina, please visit www.KSNaturePhotography.com
Photographing Birds in Flight and the Rushing Grebes
Instructor: Krisztina Scheeff
Date: Thursday, May 11
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
This classroom workshop will dive into the art and techniques used to photograph birds in flight. The class with also cover helpful tips on where, when and how to photograph the Rushing Grebes (Grebes walk on water to find a mate). They do walk fast, almost fly!
From big birds to small warblers, this class will give you detailed info with photos, settings, tips and tricks to help you capture birds in flight on your camera.
Date: Thursday, May 11
Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
Fee: $10
Registration Required: Yes
This classroom workshop will dive into the art and techniques used to photograph birds in flight. The class with also cover helpful tips on where, when and how to photograph the Rushing Grebes (Grebes walk on water to find a mate). They do walk fast, almost fly!
From big birds to small warblers, this class will give you detailed info with photos, settings, tips and tricks to help you capture birds in flight on your camera.
Creative Photography: How to stand out from the crowd
Instructor: Jamie Cunningham
Sponsored by Sabrewing Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Friday, May 12 (afternoon classroom session) and Saturday, May 13 (morning field session)
Time: Friday, May 12, 1-2:30 PM and Saturday, May 13, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
Join Sabrewing Nature Tours Photo guide Jamie Cunningham on this two-day immersive photo workshop that will help you create unique images! Day one will be a classroom workshop that will help you learn tips and tricks to create various styles of images by using light, composition and editing techniques. Jamie will help you think outside the box and learn what it takes to make a shot that really stands out! Day two is a field session that will help you use what you've learned to make great images in real time with the ability to ask questions and have hands-on instruction.
Sponsored by Sabrewing Nature Tours
TWO DAY SESSION
Date: Friday, May 12 (afternoon classroom session) and Saturday, May 13 (morning field session)
Time: Friday, May 12, 1-2:30 PM and Saturday, May 13, 7-10 AM
*Please make sure you don't register for anything that conflicts with the second day of this workshop!*
Afternoon Classroom Session Location: Maumee Bay Lodge
Morning Field Session Location: Maumee Bay Nature Center
Fee: $85 (covers both sessions!)
Registration Required
Limited to 10 participants
Join Sabrewing Nature Tours Photo guide Jamie Cunningham on this two-day immersive photo workshop that will help you create unique images! Day one will be a classroom workshop that will help you learn tips and tricks to create various styles of images by using light, composition and editing techniques. Jamie will help you think outside the box and learn what it takes to make a shot that really stands out! Day two is a field session that will help you use what you've learned to make great images in real time with the ability to ask questions and have hands-on instruction.