Wildlife Photography 201: Field Application and Advanced Techniques
Building upon the foundational skills learned in Wildlife Photography 101, this immersive outdoor workshop takes your photography to the next level through hands-on practice in the field. Capturing stunning wildlife images requires more than just understanding camera settings—it demands real-world experience, adaptability, and a keen eye for composition in dynamic environments. This course will provide the opportunity to refine your techniques in natural settings, working with the unpredictability of wildlife, lighting, and terrain.
THIS CLASS IS HELD AT LAKE HOLCOMB!
MEET HERE AT 7AM
Throughout this session, you’ll gain practical experience applying essential camera settings, composition strategies, and ethical field techniques. You’ll also develop the ability to anticipate animal behavior, adjust for changing light conditions, and make quick creative decisions to enhance your shots. With expert guidance, you’ll refine your approach to capturing compelling, high-quality wildlife images that tell powerful stories.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a stronger grasp of shooting in real-world conditions, improved confidence in handling challenging scenarios, and a portfolio of images showcasing your progress.
? Please register early, within 5 days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation.
Topics Covered
The instructor will guide students through:
✔️ On-Location Shooting – Applying technical skills in the field.
✔️ Light & Weather Adaptation – Making the most of natural lighting and changing conditions.
✔️ Animal Behavior & Timing – How to anticipate movement for the perfect shot.
✔️ Compositional Refinement – Enhancing storytelling through framing, angles, and perspectives.
✔️ Ethical Wildlife Photography – Respecting nature and minimizing disturbance.
✔️ Quick Camera Adjustments – Fine-tuning settings on the go for optimal results.
✔️ Review & Feedback – Personalized critiques to elevate your work.
Audience
This class is designed for photographers who have completed Wildlife Photography 101 or have a solid understanding of camera settings and composition. It is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience, sharpen their field techniques, and build confidence in capturing stunning wildlife images in real-world conditions.
Tier 1: Standard Classes
If you register for a tier 1 class and do not show up, your payment will be forfeited. You can reschedule a class only if notice is given 24 hours before the start time of the class. Unless otherwise stated, class refunds are only issued to customers that provide notice to the store that they would like a refund 48 hours before the class. Refunds will not be issued to customers who sign up for a class but fail to attend.
Tier 2: Special Events and One-Time Classes
You have up until seven days before a scheduled Mock Wedding, Flash Fest, Portraits in Depth Series, Photo Campouts (including Spring and Fall Photo Camping Extravaganza), special events and one-time classes to cancel and receive a full refund or to reschedule. If you do not show up for a tier 2 class your registration will be forfeited and you will not be permitted a refund or to reschedule. Cancellations made within 7 days of the class will receive a 50% refund.
Tier 3: Excursions
Full refunds (less a $75 fee) will be issued to students who cancel at least 30 days prior to an excursion. Refunds will not be issued to cancellation requests made within 30 days of the start of an excursion unless the spot can be filled. If your spot is filled you will receive a full refund (less a $75 fee). If you do not show up for an excursion, your registration will be forfeited and you will not be permitted a refund of any amount or to reschedule.
How to Reschedule or Cancel a Class
Please contact the store at 512-467-7676 or email classes@precision-camera.com to cancel a class. Class cancellations or requests to be rescheduled that are sent through other channels, such as Facebook or Meetup.com messages, will not be honored.
Minimum Enrollment
Each class needs a minimum number of students to enroll before the class can “make.” If the minimum enrollment has not been met two business days before the class begins, the class will be cancelled. All students who enrolled in the class will be notified by telephone or email, and may transfer to a different class or be issued a refund (see refund procedure). We encourage all students to enroll as soon as registration begins. Please check your phone and email messages, including your SPAM.
Free Basic Digital Photography Class
If you sign up for the Basic Digital Photography class with a coupon code and do not show up for the class, your class will be forfeited and you will not be permitted to reschedule.
? Please register early, within 5 days of the start date, to reduce the likelihood of course cancellation.
Topics Covered
The instructor will guide students through:
✔️ On-Location Shooting – Applying technical skills in the field.
✔️ Light & Weather Adaptation – Making the most of natural lighting and changing conditions.
✔️ Animal Behavior & Timing – How to anticipate movement for the perfect shot.
✔️ Compositional Refinement – Enhancing storytelling through framing, angles, and perspectives.
✔️ Ethical Wildlife Photography – Respecting nature and minimizing disturbance.
✔️ Quick Camera Adjustments – Fine-tuning settings on the go for optimal results.
✔️ Review & Feedback – Personalized critiques to elevate your work.
Audience
This class is designed for photographers who have completed Wildlife Photography 101 or have a solid understanding of camera settings and composition. It is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience, sharpen their field techniques, and build confidence in capturing stunning wildlife images in real-world conditions.
Tier 1: Standard Classes
If you register for a tier 1 class and do not show up, your payment will be forfeited. You can reschedule a class only if notice is given 24 hours before the start time of the class. Unless otherwise stated, class refunds are only issued to customers that provide notice to the store that they would like a refund 48 hours before the class. Refunds will not be issued to customers who sign up for a class but fail to attend.
Tier 2: Special Events and One-Time Classes
You have up until seven days before a scheduled Mock Wedding, Flash Fest, Portraits in Depth Series, Photo Campouts (including Spring and Fall Photo Camping Extravaganza), special events and one-time classes to cancel and receive a full refund or to reschedule. If you do not show up for a tier 2 class your registration will be forfeited and you will not be permitted a refund or to reschedule. Cancellations made within 7 days of the class will receive a 50% refund.
Tier 3: Excursions
Full refunds (less a $75 fee) will be issued to students who cancel at least 30 days prior to an excursion. Refunds will not be issued to cancellation requests made within 30 days of the start of an excursion unless the spot can be filled. If your spot is filled you will receive a full refund (less a $75 fee). If you do not show up for an excursion, your registration will be forfeited and you will not be permitted a refund of any amount or to reschedule.
How to Reschedule or Cancel a Class
Please contact the store at 512-467-7676 or email classes@precision-camera.com to cancel a class. Class cancellations or requests to be rescheduled that are sent through other channels, such as Facebook or Meetup.com messages, will not be honored.
Minimum Enrollment
Each class needs a minimum number of students to enroll before the class can “make.” If the minimum enrollment has not been met two business days before the class begins, the class will be cancelled. All students who enrolled in the class will be notified by telephone or email, and may transfer to a different class or be issued a refund (see refund procedure). We encourage all students to enroll as soon as registration begins. Please check your phone and email messages, including your SPAM.
Free Basic Digital Photography Class
If you sign up for the Basic Digital Photography class with a coupon code and do not show up for the class, your class will be forfeited and you will not be permitted to reschedule.