Wildlife Photography Field Shoot
Join naturalist Matt Felperin for a wildlife photography field shoot at Huntley Meadows Park, one of the more magical natural areas in the region.
While Huntley has excellent photography opportunities throughout the year, in the fall we'll have the opportunity to frame our subject with pretty fall color in the background.
Boardwalk access allows for some incredibly close encounters with birds and ducks, n addition to other species and awe inspiring landscapes.
Learn how to photograph all of these subjects with proper settings, techniques, and composition.
Topics include:
-Tips for photographing wildlife
-Being ready for the shot
-Focus settings that work best
-Exposure and camera settings
-Options/suggestions for photo gear
We’ll find plenty of photo ops including waterfowl, songbirds, (possibly mammals) and autumn landscapes.
Recommended gear: DSLR, mirrorless, or superzoom camera. For DSLR and mirrorless, a telephoto zoom or prime lens with a minimum of 300mm focal length. Wide angle, macro, 50mm prime lenses also recommended. Tripods are OK but can be a little challenging with the narrow boardwalk path.
Consider renting a lens, we recommend Aperturent in DC, use CPC10 for a 10% discount on your rental.
Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com.
Class limit: 9-10
Instructor: Matt Felperin
Matt is the Roving Naturalist with NOVA Parks, the regional park system of Northern Virginia. In this role, he leads environmental education and recreation programs such as bird walks and kayak tours for the public.
He views his wildlife photography work as one of the most useful tools to connect people with nature.
Class Cancellation Policy
- A refund or a credit towards another class (less a $20 processing fee) can be given if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class.
- If there is no cancellation notice, or it is given 5 business days or less, no refund or credit will be given.
- Please check the name and date of the class carefully. Requests to reschedule a class will incur a $20 processing fee provided notice is given more than 5 business days prior to the class. If request to reschedule is given less than business 5 days prior to the class, no refund or credit will be given.
- If Capital Photography Center cancels or postpones a class due to weather or low enrollment, you can choose a full refund or a credit towards a future class.
