Beginner's Guide to Photographing Birds

Everything you need to know to get started in bird photography!Whether youre a dedicated and serious birder, a hobbyist bird watcher, or simply a lover of nature, getting great photos of birds is at the top of the list for bird lovers of all kinds. In this book, professional photographer Rosl Rssner teaches you all of her techniques, tips, and tricks for capturing fantastic bird photographs.Starting with the gear youll need, Rssner discusses cameras, tripods, lenses, and more. She then moves on to finding the birds you want to photograph. While this includes locations out in the wild, she also covers zoos, parks, sanctuaries, and other easily accessible spotswhich are especially great for beginning bird photographers. Rssner then thoroughly covers the camera and shooting techniques you need to know, including key lessons on exposure, composition, focus, and sharpness. Regardless of the quality of the light (front light, side light, etc.) or the season youre shooting in (rain, snow, fog), Rssners got you covered.In the final part of the book, Rssner takes you behind the scenes of 25 unique bird photographs, telling you how the image came about, plus any specific tips and tricks that were used to create the image. Featuring birds from around the world, The Beginner's Guide to Photographing Birdsis a beautiful, helpful, and accessible guide for anyone getting started in bird photography.Table of Contents1: What Makes a Great Bird Photograph?2: The Necessary Gear3: Finding Birds to Photograph4: Shooting Techniques and Composition Tips5: The Making of 25 Photographs