Photograph Insects in close up on this dedicated Macro Photography Workshop.
This Macro Photography Workshop is aimed at more experienced photographers who wish to capture high quality close up images of insects in their natural environment. We visit a wonderful wetland habitat, particularly rich in insects; afterwards we work with captured moths, again using natural settings. The group is kept to no more than 3 clients to give you plenty of specific tuition.
The start time is flexible depending on weather conditions. In warm, still conditions we start around 5.30am; on cooler days we will start mid-morning. Situated in a secluded area of ponds and meadow we will explore the reeds, plants and pond edges for a range of insects. Butterflies, damselfies and dragonflies will be high on our list; other subjects include the day-flying six-spot burnet moth, along with grasshoppers and various spiders. There will also be plenty of opportunity to photograph plants and flowers in close up detail using the early morning light. Photographic tuition will be given on close up techniques including appropriate exposure settings, light and background.
After taking a break for coffee we turn our attention to night-flying moths which will be provided for us from a moth trap put out the previous night. The moths are kept in the fridge to slow them down (it does not cause any harm) which makes them much easier to work with. By carefully placing them on selected plants and flower heads we will capture colourful and striking macro shots of a range of species. Moths commonly caught at this location include the lime, elephant and eyed hawk-moths; yellow underwing and white ermine. You will also have the option to use additional backgrounds to add extra colour if required.
These Insect and Macro Photography Courses in Yorkshire can also be booked on a One to One basis or purchased as a Gift Voucher.
You may also be interested in the Flowers & Macro Workshop on 23rd April 2017
Booking
A deposit can be paid via paypal or cheque. You will need to complete the online Booking Form (Please also read the Terms & Conditions)
Cost: £100 per person
Dates 2017: Sunday 6th August (*1 Place Available*)
Tuesday 8th August (1 Place Available)
Dates 2018: Sunday 5th August (3 Places Available)
Saturday 11th August (3 Places Available)
Maximum number: 3
What’s included: tuition; access to captured moths; feedback on images
Deposit: £30
Equipment: Macro lens and/or extension tubes; wide angles and short telephotos may be useful; optional equipment includes reflectors, tripod/monopod; an angle finder is useful.
Email: paul@naturephotographycourses.co.uk
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Hi again Paul, I shall be interested in your Macro Workshop but not until next year. Can you keep me in touch? Kind regards. John Harrison.
Hi John
Good to hear from you John. I will keep in touch, and I’ll let you know if it starts to get booked up etc.
Paul
Hi There Paul, I am hoping to make this course with you, so can you put my name down please, just up my street. David.
Hi Paul. Is this suitable for enthusiastic amateurs?
Regards
Hi Lisa. Yes this is suitable for amateurs. You need to have a macro lens or extension tubes and be prepared for an early start!
Hi I am very interest in the next macro course on 7th Aug please can you email me the location as a 5:30am start is very early
Hi Steve. It may not start that early but if clear weather then it’s best. Meeting place will be Lin Dyke car park which is very close to Fairburn Ings nature reserve (WF10 2BH).