Bird photography beyond the basics
Build on your existing photography knowledge and skills through guided bird photography practice
A Snapshot of this Experience
Build on your existing photography knowledge and skills while refining your approach to photographing birds in the field. This small group bird photography walkabout is designed for photographers who already have a working understanding of their camera and foundational photography principles and would like to practise and refine their bird photography skills through guided field experience. Rather than revisiting foundational concepts in detail, the focus is on supported rehearsal and refinement. You’ll be guided as you respond to changing light, movement and behaviour, helping you make more confident and intentional decisions in real-world bird photography situations. As we move through bird-rich habitats, you’ll practise applying your existing knowledge to common scenarios such as perched birds, birds in flight and birds in challenging light conditions. There will be time to experiment, observe, ask questions and adjust your approach with gentle guidance throughout. The walkabout format allows learning to unfold naturally in the field, with opportunities to learn through repetition, observation and shared experience, while refining your skills and technique. By the end of the session, you’ll leave with valuable hands-on practice, clearer decision-making and greater confidence in continuing to develop your bird photography beyond the basics. •◊•◊•◊•◊•◊•◊•◊•◊•◊• DURATION: 4 hours, including a half-hour coffee break START TIME: 8.00am / FINISH TIME: 12.00 noon WHAT'S INCLUDED • Photography instruction in a small group setting • Bird photography hints and tips booklet to take home • Morning tea WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED • Transport to Dru Point • Lunch (available for purchase from the on-site Appelflap Cafe) GROUP SIZE Minimum 3 / Maximum 6 FAQ – who is this walkabout for? This walkabout is best suited to photographers who already have a working understanding of their camera and the foundations of photography, particularly exposure and related settings. These concepts may be briefly referenced during the session, but time is not spent explaining them in detail. The focus is on guided practice, rehearsal and refining your approach to bird photography in the field. If you’re newer to photography or would benefit from a slower introduction to camera settings and foundational concepts, our Bird photography for beginners workshop will be a better fit.
Payment, Amendments and Cancellation
Experience-specific terms and conditions – SMALL GROUP WORKSHOPS Deposit and Final Payment Full payment is required at the time of booking; payment is accepted via credit card or bank transfer. Minimum group size Our small group workshops require a minimum number of participants to proceed. If this number is not reached, the workshop may be cancelled or rescheduled. We will confirm this no later than 10 days before the scheduled date. If we cancel or reschedule the workshop, you’ll receive a full refund or have the option to transfer your booking to another date or experience at no additional cost. AMENDMENTS & CANCELLATIONS to bookings for small group workshops If you AMEND your booking • You may reschedule to a later date or transfer to another Shutterbug Walkabouts experience at any time up to and including 15 days before your booked date at no additional cost. • If you reschedule your booking between 14 days and 72 hours before the scheduled start time, or transfer to a different workshop or experience, a fee of 20% of the participation fee will apply. The remaining balance will be transferred to the new workshop date or experience as a deposit. Any difference in price must be paid, and the booking terms and conditions will reset with the new booking. • Within 72 hours of the scheduled start time, rescheduling or transfer is not available and the no refund cancellation policy applies. If you CANCEL your booking: • 15 or more days’ notice – a fee of 20% of the participation fee will apply. The balance will be refunded to your original payment method. • 14 days or less – no refund is available For our Standard Booking Terms and Conditions in full please visit https://www.shutterbugwalkabouts.com.au/booking-terms-and-conditions (a link to our Booking Terms and Conditions is provided in the footer of every page on our website).
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