Bat Photography with Christopher Dodds
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Three high-speed night shoots with in-the-field instruction from Christopher Dodds.
Use of high-speed flash set-up and photo-trap included. No specialized gear required.
Group size limited to 6 photographers.
The small group size means more assistance and one-on-one guidance and coaching for every participant.
Long lenses are not mandatory for this tour, 100-400mm reach is adequate to make an impressive portfolio.
Photographers of all levels are welcome, the tour pace will suit everyone’s needs and skill level.
Owners of all camera brands are welcome, my 35 years of professional photography includes the last 3 years as a Sony ambassador, 16 years using Canon as a Canon Northern Explorer of Light and 16 years using Nikon before that. I can help anyone with any brand improve their photography.
Christopher Dodds has hosted more than 20 high-speed bat photography workshops at this site
Join world-renowned Canadian nature photographer, blogger, photo educator, lecturer, Sony ambassador and X-rite Master Coloratti Christopher Dodds, at at "The Pond at Elephant Head" for an incredible high-speed bat photography workshop. Bats are some of the most misunderstood creatures on earth and there aren't many photographers out there photographing them. I've designed this workshop with only six participants to ensure you get the images I would be proud to call my own. Learn how to use the Phototrap and high-speed flash photography to create stunning action images on your own.
Chris’s in-depth knowledge of the photo-trap and high-speed flash photography ensures success. Get hands-on help from Chris to improve your photography and take better pics! Absolute newbie amateurs to seasoned professionals are welcome; Chris has decades of experience teaching and explaining everything from the basics to the advanced fundamentals of photography. Chris shares many of the professional tips, tricks and techniques he uses every day to capture his artistic and technically perfect images; he holds nothing back!
This workshop includes use all of the high-speed flashes and Photo-traps, and you don't need the latest or greatest super-duper telephotos to make stunning jaw-dropping images! Amazing images can be made with every focal length from 100 to 1,200mm! Having two camera bodies will be useful to work two set-ups at the same time, but lenses like 70-200, 70-300, 100-400, 200-400, 50-500, 300, 400, 500 or 600mm all work well here. You will need a tripod and a remote release that can be set, or locked, in the on position so the camera will continue to fire when in continuous mode.
Includes three nights of bat photography with morning hummingbird shoots, professional instruction and guiding and logistics management by Christopher Dodds. Not included in the price is your transportation, hotels (I have a block of discounted rooms available), meals, drinks, souvenirs, any park fees (incurred during our morning hummingbird shoots) or other expenses of a personal nature.
Who should attend: This workshop is highly recommended for any level photographer. Whether you are completely new to nature photography, an experienced amateur, or a seasoned pro. There will be something to photograph and we will have plenty of time to tailor your instruction to your abilities. The seasoned pro can take full advantage of the logistics, my site and subject knowledge.
Getting there: Amao, Arizona is 35 miles South of Tucson International Airport (TUS).
Details: An extremely detailed email with the precise itinerary, hotel recommendations, camera gear suggestions and tested clothing checklist will be emailed after registration is complete.
Questions: Feel free to email me at chris@chrisdoddsphoto.com or call me at +1 (514) 945-6195
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Join world-renowned Canadian nature photographer, blogger, photo educator, lecturer, Sony ambassador and X-rite Master Coloratti Christopher Dodds, at at "The Pond at Elephant Head" for an incredible high-speed bat photography workshop. Bats are some of the most misunderstood creatures on earth and there aren't many photographers out there photographing them. I've designed this workshop with only six participants to ensure you get the images I would be proud to call my own. Learn how to use the Phototrap and high-speed flash photography to create stunning action images on your own.
“I would encourage you to consider one of Chris’s workshops because they are fun and in such diverse locations. I have never failed to come home with better images than I had imagined prior to the experience. I have found the other participants to be interesting and nice people, and because the workshops are so excellent, there are a lot of repeat customers who have been in previous workshops. Each workshop is a highlight of my year.
Chris is a positive person who makes the experience as enjoyable as possible even with early morning and late afternoon hours to take advantage of the best light of the day. Thanks, Chris for helping me become a better photographer.”
— Dennis Stone Columbus, IN