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“A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images” (Part 4)
LOCATIONS (PART 4) Several of the best locations to photograph wildlife are ones where the animals are acclimated to the presence of people or vehicles. These include county, state, and national parks, wildlife refuges & sanctuaries, and eco-friendly ranches...
“A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images” (Part 3)
SPOTTING WILDLIFE SHAPES, COLORS, TONES Spotting wildlife is a learnable skill. When visiting an unfamiliar area, my ability to see animals in the new habitat improves with time. I become sensitive to colors, shapes, and tones that are out of place in the new...
“A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images” , Part 2
Requirements Knowledge of Equipment -- Check settings heading out for a day of shooting. If camera has be to the shop for repair or cleaning, often the service people change the settings back to the defaults. Make sure the camera batteries are fully charged and there...
“A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images” Tips and Insights (PART 1).
“A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images” is the title of a presentation that I delivered numerous times during the last three years for a variety of sponsors-- conferences, universities, environmental organizations, libraries, and camera...
Upcoming Programs – Camera Clubs and Conferences
UPCOMING PRESENTATION: Camera Clubs & Conferences “A Passion for Wildlife Photography, The Stories Behind the Images” by Irene Hinke-Sacilotto Based on my more than 30 years’ experience photographing birds and other animals, this program covers the knowledge,...
Sedona & Bosque del Apache
In early January, I will be heading to Sedona and then across to Bosque del Apache NWR, NM. I am looking forward to the trip and hoping for great photos. Sedona lies in the heart of red rock country, surrounded by colorful buttes, spires, pinnacles, and canyons....
