Bird photography can be challenging. You need the right gear. A good camera and lens are key. Settings matter too. Fast shutter speeds help freeze motion. Learn how to adjust ISO and aperture. Techniques are important. Think about composition. Get close-ups. Try aerial shots. Capture birds in their habitat. Patience is needed. Birds move quickly. They can be hard to find. Study bird behavior. Know where they live. Understand their habits. This will help you get better photos.
I photographed this female Eastern Bluebird getting ready to feed one of her young at a nest box in my yard. I’m not sure what mom has in her beak. It looks like a large ant or a wasp without wings. I wasn’t fast enough to photograph Mom placing the meal in its mouth. I … Read more
I photograph Eastern Bluebirds from my truck using a bean bag setup. Here’s my respectful approach to capturing nesting birds.
Photographed a male Eastern Bluebird feeding its chicks in Arkansas. Learn about nest box care, bird behavior, and photography tips for bluebirds.
Explore the vibrant male Northern Cardinal, its behaviors, and photography tips at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge.
Photographed a male Eastern Bluebird feeding its young at a nest box in Arkansas. Learn about nest box maintenance, bird behavior, and photography tips.
Photographed a Common Grackle at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Learn about camera settings, grackle behavior, and bird photography tips.
Encountered a Northern Cardinal fledgling on a summer morning in 2017. Learn about fledgling behavior, camera settings, and tips for backyard birding.
Photographed a Yellow-crowned Night-Heron catching a crayfish at Sequoyah National Wildlife Refuge. Camera settings, bird behavior, and tips included.
