Tips And How-Tos
How to Master Migrant Warbler Photography
Warblers aren't the most cooperative subjects, but they are one of the most beautiful and addictive. Follow this advice to best capture the elusive birds.
From tools to techniques, here’s what you need to know to get started doing bird photography—or to up your game.
Tips and How-tos
Use a Remote Trigger to Get Your Camera Closer to Birds
Even the best blind won’t help you capture certain shots—but that doesn’t mean you have to give up.
The Basics of Bird Photography
Go Beyond the Basics
Tips And How-Tos
Get Started With Camera Traps to Nab Unusual Bird Photos
Change your viewpoint with technology that snaps the shutter for you.
Tips And How-Tos
How to Capture the Splash Effect at Your Bird Bath or Fountain
Freeze water droplets in mid-air to create dramatic bird photography.
Gear
Want to Shoot Intimate Bird Portraits? Try a Portable Blind
Disappear in plain sight with one of these four types of camouflaged hides.
Tips And How-Tos
Six Tips for Photographing Birds from Boats
For stunning shots of alcids and other ocean-loving species, get in their element.
Tips And How-Tos
How to Take Sharp and Vibrant Photographs of Ducks in Flight
Capturing in-flight images of speeding ducks is challenging and rewarding. Follow these tips to land those shots.
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Recording Lots of Bird Videos? Here's What to Do After You Hit Stop
By Tara Tanaka
Tara Tanaka, a videographer and judge for the new video category in this year's Audubon Photography Awards, shares her how-to guide for managing video files and key editing tips.
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How to Record Great Audio of Birds and Their Environments
By Drew Fulton
To capture clear sounds of birds that you are filming, follow these tips.
Tips And How-Tos
Use Blur to Paint With Birds—and Other Creative Avian Photography Strategies
By Faraaz Abdool
In low light conditions, you can get experimental with your methods to yield fascinating shots.
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Use Your Photography to Support and Advance Conservation
By Morgan Heim
Go beyond taking photos of beautiful birds and their fascinating behaviors. Aim to inspire action.
Tips And How-Tos
Use a Remote Trigger to Get Your Camera Closer to Birds
By Mac Stone
Even the best blind won’t help you capture certain shots—but that doesn’t mean you have to give up, writes photographer Mac Stone.
Tips And How-Tos
Get Started With Camera Traps to Nab Unusual Bird Photos
By Jen Guyton
Change your viewpoint with technology that snaps the shutter for you.
Tips And How-Tos
Tips for Taking Great Bird Photos From the Comfort of Your Car
By Diana Whiting
Photographer Diana Whiting has found birds are surprisingly acclimated to vehicles. Here she provides pointers on shooting from the front seat.
Tips And How-Tos
How to Capture the Splash Effect at Your Bird Bath or Fountain
By Sandrine Biziaux-Scherson
Freeze water droplets in mid-air to create dramatic bird photography.
Tips And How-Tos
How to Set Up the Perfect Perch for Backyard Bird Photography
By Melissa Groo
These tips will get you and your subject in position for a great image.
Tips And How-Tos
Pigeons Are Beautiful, so Start Photographing Them
By Molly Bennet
Photographer Andrew Garn shares his tips for capturing these underrated urban stalwarts in all of their iridescent glory.
