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Raptors in Focus: VINS Bird Photography Workshop
It was a treat to have attended the raptors in focus photo workshop at Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) on May 5th. The workshop, hosted by local photographer Rob Strong, began with a slideshow presentation about camera basics and tips for shooting birds. Approximately, fifteen photographers were in attendance and by looking at their photography gear; this was not their first time at bird photography. Camera Gear: Nikon D500, Tamron 150-600mm, and monopod with ball head. Camera Settings: 1. AF-C Settings – Release Priority – Set to Focus. 2. Focus Tracking with Lock-On (A3 Group) – Blocked Shot AF Response = Setting “2”. 3. Subject Motion – erratic. 4.…
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An Afternoon with a Loon
I went kayaking on McDaniels Marsh on a sunny July afternoon. There was a lone male loon hunting. The marsh is very shallow which allowed me to see the movement of the loon under the water. The loon began to take care of some personal grooming.
