Wildlife photography is one of the most rewarding genres – and you can start in your own garden or local park. The keys are patience, a longer lens, fast shutter speeds, and respect for your subject. Here’s an introduction to wildlife photography.
Do you like photographing animals? Would you like to start a wildlife photography course to improve the camera skills you already have?
Many people the world over are fascinated by nature and the plethora of creatures we share our wonderful planet with. Enjoying wildlife can be one of the most therapeutic things you can do and is proven to lower stress and improve mental health.
But when it comes to wildlife photography many people just don’t know where to start. It is with great pleasure we would like to announce our wildlife photography course!
No Experience Necessary
It doesn’t matter if you have never picked up a camera before or if you have taken hundreds of wildlife photographs already, this course has something for everyone, no matter what level you are at now!
It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, in the countryside, in a city or a township, join us and learn how to photograph local wildlife that you can find right on your doorstep, all the way through to exotic wildlife you can photograph abroad.
Use Any Camera
It doesn’t matter if you don’t have big, fancy camera equipment! Join us and learn how to use natural light to add emotion to your images and learn how to photograph animal behaviour, wildlife portraits, action shots, birds in flight, environmental shots, closeups, macro and much, much more!
Learn to Edit Wildlife Photos
This course also covers some basic editing techniques so you can have a go at enhancing your images and getting them ready for printing and framing. For those of you who like to take hundreds of photos, join us and learn the power behind organising your images, so they are easier to find in the future.
If you are new to photography then be sure to join us in Units 1-3 to learn everything you need to know to take a well exposed and sharp image, no matter what camera you have!
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Understand your Animal
Learn how to find wildlife anywhere in the world as well as when and how best to photograph the animals. Watch our tutor as she heads out on real field trips, and learn from her experience to see how you can approach shooting on location.
Wildlife Photography Course: Join Today
Our new wildlife photography course is full of tips and tricks in video format and handy downloadable pdfs that you can refer to over and over again. It really doesn’t matter what stage you are at, if you like animals and you like photography then this course is for you!
Click here to find out more about the iPhotography online wildlife photography course for beginners.
For more, read our guide to wildlife photography tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started in wildlife photography?
Start local, your garden, a park or nature reserve, with whatever lens you have (longer is better). Learn animal behaviour, be patient and quiet, use a fast shutter, and focus on the eyes. Skill matters more than far-flung locations.
What gear do I need for wildlife photography?
A telephoto lens (300mm or more) is the main thing, plus a camera with good autofocus and burst shooting. A beanbag, monopod or tripod helps steady long lenses. Start with what you have and build up.
What settings are best for wildlife photography?
A fast shutter (1/1000s or quicker for movement), continuous autofocus, burst mode, and Auto ISO so exposure keeps up. A wide aperture helps in low light and blurs the background.
How do I get close to wildlife?
Move slowly and quietly, use cover or a hide, learn animal behaviour to anticipate them, and let a long lens do the getting close. Patience and fieldcraft beat chasing, and never disturb the animals.
How do I photograph wildlife ethically?
Never disturb, bait dangerously or stress animals for a shot, keep a respectful distance, stay on paths, and put the animal’s welfare first. Patient, respectful fieldcraft gets the best natural images.