Capturing the Moment, The Art & Science of Photographing Wild Animals

Photographing wildlife is one of the most rewarding areas of photography. It touches our emotions, is dynamic and fast moving, and when we allow ourselves to enter an animal's world, the experience changes our lives. Photographer, Author and Workshop Leader Kathleen Reeder has fine-tuned her tips to photographing wildlife in this fully revised reference guide. Featuring over 50 of her beautiful wildlife photos from North America and Africa, as well as numerous charts, tables and graphs, the information presented is ideal for all skill levels, from beginner to advanced. The book expands on the ideas central to Kathleen's photography techniques and reflects the latest advances in technology (including mirrorless and AI). It outlines essential elements for capturing visually compelling images, simplifies the technical knowledge, prepares you for spending a day in the field and can fit in your camera bag. Enjoy the personal connections with wildlife and being a part of those incredible moments! Included in the book are tips and guidelines on the following topics:Creating Intriguing Photographs Cues that Precede Specific Wildlife Behaviors Camera Functions and Setting Guidelines for Wildlife Ideal Lenses and Essential Equipment Photographing in Different Lighting Situations Freezing and Blurring Motion Using Exposure Compensation and the Histogram Auto Focus Functions, Subject Detection, Scene Detection and Optimal Uses Photographing through a Wire Fence Photographing through Plexiglass Using External Flash