Description
Join Wild Arena for a full day photographic workshop at a collection featuring the Birds of the World. At its location north ofLondonyou will be able to photograph a range of flying displays and birds in their natural surroundings featuring owls, birds of prey, Pelicans and many other stunning birds from around the world.
The day is an exciting challenge for any photographer, as well as being an enjoyable day for anyone with an interest in wildlife and birds.
You will be treated to some lovely close-up encounters with some of the World’s most magnificent birds in natural-looking habitat, providing unparalleled photographic opportunities as well as an exciting experience for anyone who loves birds and wildlife. There will be flying displays featuring birds such as Chilean Blue Eagle, Secretary Birds, Falcons, Barn Owl, Vultures and hopefully the Eagle swooping for food over the lake. There will also be many other opportunities to get close to and photograph different birds throughout the day.
- Fitness Level
This event is suitable for guests of all levels of fitness and involves moderate walking over made up pathways
- Photography Level
This event is suitable for all levels of photographic experience and good images should be achieved with all cameras equipped with telephoto lenses. The Wild Arena guide will also be on hand throughout the day to support and advice those guests new to this style of photography
- Disability Access
This venue is accessed over mainly gravel paths and some rough pasture, the toilet has one step up so wheelchair users or those guests with specific needs are advised to contact us before booking and we will do our very best to accommodate you.
- Group Size
The normal group size for this event is 10 photographers
Itinerary
09.30 Arrival
09.45 Introduction and briefing
10.00 Session 1 Static shots in the woodland
12.00 Lunch
13.00 Introduction to flying photography
13.15 Session 2 Birds in Flight
14.00 Bird display
14.30 continuation of session 2
15.15 Tea/coffee break
15.30 Session 3 Static/birds in flight
17.00 Summary and Close
Please note: The itinerary is provisional and subject to change depending on weather conditions and the availability of the exhibits. Start and finish times are fixed to enable transport planning.
What’s included
Tea/coffee on arrival
Sandwich lunch
Full Photographic tuition and venue guide
Entrance to the venue
Venue
Bedfordshire
This event is held at a very large collection of birds near Biggleswade in Bedfordshire. The site has a large meadow with a lake running along one side which is used as the flying arena, giving natural backgrounds and there are also many interesting perches and wooded areas for static pictures around the site.
Facilities
Tea/Coffee
Toilets
Meeting room
Mains Power
Public transport links for the venue are good with a mainline station only a few miles away.
A detailed map, with full directions, will be sent to all delegates before the workshop and a mobile telephone number will be provided in case of any difficulties on the day.
What to bring
- You will be outside for much of the day so you should be dressed to suit the season and weather.
- We suggest you have a water-proof coat in case of rain and waterproof trousers for kneeling down on wet ground. Shelter is available but you should note that all exhibits are outside and hence can not be viewed while using the shelter.
- Refreshments will be provided on arrival and during the afternoon. However you should note this is a private location and there is no opportunity to purchase additional food and drink; it is suggested that you bring anything you require including drinks, particularly if the weather is hot.
- You are welcome to bring whatever photographic equipment you believe may be suitable. There is some walking involved and you will not always be very close to your vehicle so please ensure you can comfortably carry all your equipment.
- Fill in flash might be useful in some conditions e.g. where the subject is backlit.
- A SLR camera together with standard, wide angle and telephoto lens would be ideal. A zoom lens covering the range up to 300mm will be ample for most situations and shorter focal length lenses will be suitable for close-ups. The layout of the collection even means non-SLR users are able to get good opportunities.
- A tripod or monopod is suggested for use with long focal length lenses.
- Make sure your batteries are charged and ready for action before you arrive but we can access power points for additional charging throughout the day.
- Bring plenty of memory cards or the facility to download cards as its surprising how many pictures you can take in one day.
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