Techniques For Photographing Birds In Flight With Melissa Groo | Hosted by B&H Photo

Photographing birds in flight is a truly challenging genre of wildlife photography. It’s also a lot of fun. Melissa Groo, long obsessed with birds in flight photography, will share all the tips and techniques she has learned over the years, and share some of her favorite flight images. This session covers everything from choosing the right gear and camera settings to mastering hand-holding and body positioning in the field. You will also learn how a deep knowledge of bird behavior can help you anticipate the action, how to use wind and light to your advantage, and why choosing the right background is essential for a great shot. Throughout the presentation, Melissa will also highlight the ethical considerations necessary to ensure the well-being of the birds we photograph.