Alewife Spring Migration Photography Workshop
Capturing the Spring Alewife Run
Join us for an exciting photography workshop dedicated to the awe-inspiring spring alewife run! We’ll be visiting iconic Maine locations where nature and wildlife collide, offering breathtaking opportunities to capture the action as bald eagles, ospreys, and other wildlife chase alewives. This workshop will provide you with expert guidance to master wildlife photography techniques while exploring the beauty of Maine’s rivers and streams.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday May 30th
Location: Fish Ladder Locations to be Announced
Duration: Full-day workshop (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person for the full-day workshop
Includes personalized guidance, all photo locations, and instructional guide.
The spring alewife run offers incredible wildlife action and natural beauty, perfect for photographers who want to hone their skills in capturing fast-moving subjects and dramatic wildlife interactions. As alewives migrate and gather at the fish ladders, you’ll witness birds competing for the same fish, offering thrilling moments to photograph.
What You’ll Learn:
Wildlife Action Photography
Techniques for freezing motion, tracking fast-moving subjects, and capturing dramatic wildlife interactions like the eagle and osprey fish fights.
How to set up for successful shots in wildlife-heavy scenes, ensuring you don’t miss the action.
Understanding wildlife behavior to anticipate key moments for your shots.
Composition in Nature Photography
How to frame dynamic action shots with wildlife, while incorporating the scenic surroundings.
Using the elements like flowing water and the stone fish ladders to create powerful compositions.
Tips for shooting wildlife at different times of day to make the most of natural light.
Camera Settings for Fast Action
Mastering shutter speed for motion blur or freezing wildlife action.
Setting up your camera’s autofocus and exposure for fast-paced wildlife scenes.
Techniques for shooting in low light conditions when the birds are active in early morning or late afternoon.
What to Bring:
Camera with manual settings (DSLR or mirrorless preferred)
Telephoto lens (300mm or higher) for capturing wildlife from a distance
Wide-angle lens for landscape shots
Tripod (for longer exposures or stable shots)
Waterproof camera gear (for potential splash from the river)
Comfortable clothing for outdoor activities, and be prepared for changing weather
Workshop Schedule:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Introduction and overview of the day’s locations.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on preparing gear for wildlife photography.
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Photograph the alewife run, focusing on bird interactions with fish. Capture the action as eagles and ospreys swoop in.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
Enjoy a packed lunch while sharing stories and reviewing shots.
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as they interact with the fish ladder. Learn techniques for photographing fast-moving subjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the stunning natural beauty of Maine’s rivers and coastlines during the exciting spring alewife run!
Capturing the Spring Alewife Run
Join us for an exciting photography workshop dedicated to the awe-inspiring spring alewife run! We’ll be visiting iconic Maine locations where nature and wildlife collide, offering breathtaking opportunities to capture the action as bald eagles, ospreys, and other wildlife chase alewives. This workshop will provide you with expert guidance to master wildlife photography techniques while exploring the beauty of Maine’s rivers and streams.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday May 30th
Location: Fish Ladder Locations to be Announced
Duration: Full-day workshop (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person for the full-day workshop
Includes personalized guidance, all photo locations, and instructional guide.
The spring alewife run offers incredible wildlife action and natural beauty, perfect for photographers who want to hone their skills in capturing fast-moving subjects and dramatic wildlife interactions. As alewives migrate and gather at the fish ladders, you’ll witness birds competing for the same fish, offering thrilling moments to photograph.
What You’ll Learn:
Wildlife Action Photography
Techniques for freezing motion, tracking fast-moving subjects, and capturing dramatic wildlife interactions like the eagle and osprey fish fights.
How to set up for successful shots in wildlife-heavy scenes, ensuring you don’t miss the action.
Understanding wildlife behavior to anticipate key moments for your shots.
Composition in Nature Photography
How to frame dynamic action shots with wildlife, while incorporating the scenic surroundings.
Using the elements like flowing water and the stone fish ladders to create powerful compositions.
Tips for shooting wildlife at different times of day to make the most of natural light.
Camera Settings for Fast Action
Mastering shutter speed for motion blur or freezing wildlife action.
Setting up your camera’s autofocus and exposure for fast-paced wildlife scenes.
Techniques for shooting in low light conditions when the birds are active in early morning or late afternoon.
What to Bring:
Camera with manual settings (DSLR or mirrorless preferred)
Telephoto lens (300mm or higher) for capturing wildlife from a distance
Wide-angle lens for landscape shots
Tripod (for longer exposures or stable shots)
Waterproof camera gear (for potential splash from the river)
Comfortable clothing for outdoor activities, and be prepared for changing weather
Workshop Schedule:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Introduction and overview of the day’s locations.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on preparing gear for wildlife photography.
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Photograph the alewife run, focusing on bird interactions with fish. Capture the action as eagles and ospreys swoop in.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
Enjoy a packed lunch while sharing stories and reviewing shots.
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as they interact with the fish ladder. Learn techniques for photographing fast-moving subjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the stunning natural beauty of Maine’s rivers and coastlines during the exciting spring alewife run!
Capturing the Spring Alewife Run
Join us for an exciting photography workshop dedicated to the awe-inspiring spring alewife run! We’ll be visiting iconic Maine locations where nature and wildlife collide, offering breathtaking opportunities to capture the action as bald eagles, ospreys, and other wildlife chase alewives. This workshop will provide you with expert guidance to master wildlife photography techniques while exploring the beauty of Maine’s rivers and streams.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday May 30th
Location: Fish Ladder Locations to be Announced
Duration: Full-day workshop (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person for the full-day workshop
Includes personalized guidance, all photo locations, and instructional guide.
The spring alewife run offers incredible wildlife action and natural beauty, perfect for photographers who want to hone their skills in capturing fast-moving subjects and dramatic wildlife interactions. As alewives migrate and gather at the fish ladders, you’ll witness birds competing for the same fish, offering thrilling moments to photograph.
What You’ll Learn:
Wildlife Action Photography
Techniques for freezing motion, tracking fast-moving subjects, and capturing dramatic wildlife interactions like the eagle and osprey fish fights.
How to set up for successful shots in wildlife-heavy scenes, ensuring you don’t miss the action.
Understanding wildlife behavior to anticipate key moments for your shots.
Composition in Nature Photography
How to frame dynamic action shots with wildlife, while incorporating the scenic surroundings.
Using the elements like flowing water and the stone fish ladders to create powerful compositions.
Tips for shooting wildlife at different times of day to make the most of natural light.
Camera Settings for Fast Action
Mastering shutter speed for motion blur or freezing wildlife action.
Setting up your camera’s autofocus and exposure for fast-paced wildlife scenes.
Techniques for shooting in low light conditions when the birds are active in early morning or late afternoon.
What to Bring:
Camera with manual settings (DSLR or mirrorless preferred)
Telephoto lens (300mm or higher) for capturing wildlife from a distance
Wide-angle lens for landscape shots
Tripod (for longer exposures or stable shots)
Waterproof camera gear (for potential splash from the river)
Comfortable clothing for outdoor activities, and be prepared for changing weather
Workshop Schedule:
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM: Introduction and overview of the day’s locations.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on preparing gear for wildlife photography.
10:15 AM - 12:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Photograph the alewife run, focusing on bird interactions with fish. Capture the action as eagles and ospreys swoop in.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break
Enjoy a packed lunch while sharing stories and reviewing shots.
1:15 PM - 3:00 PM: Fish Ladder
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as they interact with the fish ladder. Learn techniques for photographing fast-moving subjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the stunning natural beauty of Maine’s rivers and coastlines during the exciting spring alewife run!