Learn How To Photograph Birds In Flight with Rick Sammon!

photos and tips by Rick Sammon Canon Explorer of Light and award-winning photographer Rick Sammon loves his day job. A tireless, prolific and inspirational image-maker, Rick, called by some "The Godfather of Photography," is one of the most active photographers on the planet – dividing his time between creating images, leading photo workshops, and making personal appearances. Rick's enthusiasm for digital imaging is contagious. He is a man on a mission – a mission to make digital photography fun, creative, exciting and rewarding for others. 1) Stop Action. Use a shutter speed of at least 1/1000th of a second to stop the action. To blur the tips of the bird's wings, try shooting at a shutter speed of 1/800thor even 1/500th of a second. You need to experiment, based on the bird's distance and speed, as well as on the lens you are using. 2) Leave Room. When composing your photograph, leave room in the frame into which the bird can fly. As always, place the focus point on the bird, rather than letting the camera try to find the focus with multiple focus points.     Email settings | Unsubscribe 4475 Mission Blvd. San Diego, CA 92109