Subject |
Topics Covered |
Introduction to Wildlife Photography |
Overview of wildlife photography |
Ethics of wildlife photography |
Equipment essentials: cameras, lenses, tripods, and accessories |
Camera settings: Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO |
Choosing the right gear for wildlife photography |
Understanding Wildlife Behavior |
Studying animal behavior for better shot anticipation |
Tips for photographing animals in their natural habitat |
Safety and respect for wildlife |
Techniques for shooting without disturbing animals |
Mastering Lenses and Camera Gear |
Using telephoto lenses (70-200mm, 100-400mm, 300mm f/2.8) |
Selecting the right lens for different shots |
Camera settings for wildlife |
Introduction to tripods and stabilizing equipment |
Composition and Framing |
Rule of thirds in wildlife photography |
Animal portraits and full-body shots |
Background and foreground composition |
Framing techniques for dynamic wildlife images |
Lighting Techniques |
Best times of day for wildlife photography (Golden Hour, Blue Hour) |
Using shadows and highlights |
Managing exposure in varying light conditions |
Reflectors and diffusers |
Capturing Action and Movement |
Freezing motion: fast shutter speed, panning, and tracking |
Capturing wildlife in motion (running, flying, hunting) |
Anticipating animal movements |
Focus techniques for dynamic shots |
Environmental Portraits and Landscape Photography |
Including the environment in wildlife photos |
Wide-angle lenses for environmental portraits |
Balancing subject and background composition |
Post-Processing and Editing |
Introduction to editing software (Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop) |
Enhancing colors, sharpness, and details |
Removing distractions |
Adjusting exposure, contrast, and sharpness |
Field Trip/Practical Session |
On-location wildlife shoot |
Applying learned techniques in real-world scenarios |
One-on-one guidance from instructors during the shoot |
Review and Portfolio Development |
Reviewing student portfolios |
Selecting best images for portfolio |
Preparing for future wildlife photography projects |
Ethical considerations in sharing wildlife photos |
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