On this workshop you will:
- Photograph Bald Cypress and Tupelo swamp from both boats and land
- Photograph colorful herons, egrets and spoonbills
- Photograph birds in flight from a sturdy boat with swivel chairs
- Photograph swamp wildlife like alligators, birds
- Learn to use backlighting to add drama to your swamp photos
- Learn tips in Lightroom and PhotoShop to enhance your images
Closest Airport: Lafayette Regional Airport in Lafayette, Louisiana. Fifteen minute drive from the airport to our hotel. Alternately, fly into the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport and drive 48 minutes to our hotel.
Hotel: Drury Inn and Suites in Lafayette, Louisiana
Recommended camera gear:
- 1 or 2 Camera bodies
- Lenses ranging from wide angle 24mm to 70-200mm
- Wildlife lens: some choices include 200-500mm, 300mm F4, or longer
- Tripod
- Polarizing filter
Included in the fee:
- All instruction in the field with two photography instructors
- Fees for swamp boats during 4 photo sessions
- Classroom sessions on editing, composition and more
- Entrance fees to all bird parks and rookeries
- Pre-trip Zoom meeting to discuss gear and trip details
Participants will provide their own:
- Transportation to Lafayette, LA and while on the workshop
- All meals
- Hotel lodging
Know Before You Go: Rated Moderate. This trip involves walking from 1-3 miles per day on uneven terrain as well as getting into and out of boats.
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Provider:
Tom Bol Photoworkshops
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Location:
Lafayette, LA, US -
Workshop Dates:
May 7, 2025 - May 11, 2025 -
Workshop Size:
12 -
Cost:
$2,599.00