If you've ever tried photographing birds, especially birds in flight, you know that it can be a difficult process. Add to that a big, heavy lens, and you have a recipe for a frustrating outing! But these aren't obstacles that cannot be overcome, and overcome easily, actually... In the video...

If you've never heard of the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, you're missing out... With more than 57,000 beautiful acres, this place is home to incredible bird life thanks to the strict management of the wetland water levels that simulate seasonal water flow before the Rio Grande was dammed. Furthermore,...

Photo courtesy of Exposure Tours Embarking on a photographic safari in the heart of Africa, where the untamed wilderness echoes with the majestic roars and stealthy prowls of its iconic big cats, is a dream for any wildlife enthusiast. Capturing the essence of African lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural...

Just like with any subject, when you compose a photograph of a bird, you can enhance its visual appeal by adhering to a set of photography composition rules of thumb. But sometimes the most difficult part of the process is actually figuring out what those essential rules of thumb might be. In the...

We know there are a lot of bird and wildlife photographers out there, so that's why we want to share this amazing opportunity with them. People who love observing and photographing animals also love to share their experiences, learn from each other and show their impressive images. What better way to do so than a...

So you have an age old love for birds and every time you see or hear a less common one your heart skips a beat. Bird photography is definitely going to be your next favorite thing. It usually starts with watching a lot of documentaries, reading or seeing a lot of bird photos before you realize "hey, I could do that!"...

Photo by Kevin Vandivier Though Wyoming is perhaps best known for the geothermal features of Yellowstone National Park, it’s neighbor to the south, Grand Teton National Park, offers unmatched beauty as well.  With soaring mountain peaks, pristine alpine lakes, and an abundance of wildlife, there is no lack of...

There's no question about it: the most difficult part of bird photography is capturing the birds in flight. The amazing visual impact of a graceful bird in flight is undeniable, and although static portraits can be just as powerful, there's just something special about a dynamic shot of a bird flapping its wings. But as...

One of the toughest tasks that a photographer can undertake is trying to capture a clear, sharp photo of a bird in flight. But that doesn't mean that it's impossible to take a high-quality shot of a flying bird...you just have to be prepared (and practice, of course!). In the video above, our...

We've discussed cameras and lenses for bird photography and hopefully those previous lessons have helped you decide which ones will work best for you. Now, before we jump into the lessons on shooting, there's one more area we need to cover. To get the most out of your efforts in bird photography, there are a few other...