Master bird photography with Susan Fink in a hands-on course at Schlitz Audubon.
Join Susan Fink, an award-winning wildlife photographer, for an immersive bird photography course at Schlitz Audubon Nature Center. Over five sessions, you'll explore everything from camera settings to capturing birds in flight, with plenty of time for hands-on practice on the center's beautiful trails. Designed for DSLR and mirrorless camera users, this course offers a comprehensive dive into the art of bird photography, including post-processing techniques with Lightroom.
Susan Fink brings her expertise and passion for nature to each session, aiming to inspire a deeper appreciation for wildlife through photography. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just starting out, this course provides a unique opportunity to enhance your skills and capture stunning images of birds in their natural habitat.
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We are excited to offer this new five-session certificate course taught by award-winning wildlife photographer, Susan Fink. You will learn all the finer points of how to take high-quality bird photographs, from understanding camera settings to editing and enhancing these pictures with Lightroom. We will focus on composition, lighting, in-field techniques, understanding bird habitat and behavior, and so much more. We will also discuss what makes an award-winning photo. Each session will include plenty of time to ask questions and practice skills around the beautiful trails of Schlitz Audubon. This course is specifically designed for photographers using DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Each of the five classes will have instructional and in-the-field time, plus a homework component to help you retain the information and refine your skills. We will dedicate an entire 3-hour session to each of the following topics: Cameras, Equipment, & Settings Understanding Lighting & Location Ethics & Field Techniques Post-processing Fundamentals & Using Lightroom Classic Capturing Birds in Flight Milwaukee native Susan Fink has won awards for her photography spanning various genres including wildlife/birds, flora, and landscapes. The Center hosted her exhibit of stunning bird photography in our second floor Art Gallery in 2024. Susan s hope is that through her camera lens, she can share a deeper level of awareness and reverence for nature, ultimately helping to ensure that we all take on a stewardship role in preserving the planet and its inhabitants for generations to come. You can view some of Susan s work on her website at www.susanfinkphotography.com This program will take place both indoors and outdoors.
