Being out in the field with your camera and other gear can sometimes be challenging. Let's face it: cameras, lenses, and other photo gear are a significant investment. You want to carry equipment safely but readily available when taking bird pictures. Birds won't hang...

Introduction to Bird Photography Resources When I started taking pictures of birds, I often didn't know what I was taking pictures of until I got home and looked at the birds on my computer. After seeing a larger image, I would go to various online and print resources...

Protect Your Gear Consider Other Aspects When Shooting In Winter Weather Rockefeller State Park Preserve - Cold Weather Photography at 12 degrees F, -11 degrees C Cold weather photography can be challenging, especially when photographing birds or landscape...

After taking thousands of bird pictures for over two years, I’ve established a series of camera settings that have given me the best results. Since conditions such as light (sunny, cloudy, or in between) are constantly changing and factors such as wind can affect...

As I’ve mentioned in other posts, I have done a project of photographing Rockefeller State Park Preserve in Pleasantville, New York, during all four seasons. I am most interested in bird photography, but the park is so scenic that I’ve also got an extensive collection...

Introduction - Full Frame or Crop Sensor Camera? Are you starting bird photography and wondering whether to invest in a crop or full-frame sensor camera? Below, I’ve outlined my experiences photographing birds with both types of cameras. Both sensors offer pluses and...

When I first started bird photography, I was drawn to the excitement of spotting rare or “uncommon” birds. Birders I met on trails often shared sightings of elusive species, adding to their eBird or lifetime birding lists. It’s a thrilling pursuit, especially during...

When I started bird photography, my approach was simple: center the bird in the frame. It seemed logical since my camera’s autofocus points were right in the middle of the viewfinder. This method made it easy to ensure the bird was in focus. However, as I got more...

Starting out in bird photography can be challenging, but mastering a few key skills will make all the difference. Here are the essential areas to focus on as a beginner, based on my own experience and lessons learned. Patience: The Foundation of Bird Photography Birds...

How It Began - Leading Up To My Interest In Bird Photography Growing up in Rochester, NY—home of the iconic Eastman Kodak Company—I was surrounded by the magic of photography from an early age. My dad worked at Kodak, and when I was about ten, I learned how to develop...