Experience British wildlife
up close and personal.
up close and personal.
British Wildlife Centre photography days
Join us in 2018 at the British Wildlife Centre in Surrey, under guidance from two full time wildlife photographers, getting up close with some of the UK’s finest species. Over forty different subjects from tiny harvest mice to magnificent red deer mean the BWC is host to some of the best native wildlife in Britain. Our photography days are held when the centre is closed to the public, giving us unrestricted access as we shoot from inside the enclosures.
DETAILS
Group size
Each day is limited to small group sizes of only 10. This allows for more room to photograph each subject.
Professional guidance and tuition
With small group sizes and two full time wildlife photographers as your guides, there will be ample opportunity to discuss camera settings and techniques with us. We will be on hand at all times to ensure you get the most out of your workshop.
Experience level required
These BWC workshops are open to photographers of all ability. From the very beginner to those who are more advanced, a relaxed approach is given to ensure you come away from the workshop having learned something new.
Access inside the enclosures
Because these workshops take place when the British Wildlife Centre is closed to the public, it allows us access inside the enclosures. This provides unrivaled photographic opportunity and close encounters with our subjects.
What equipment is suitable?
This is one of the rare times when photographing animals doesn't rely on large telephoto lenses. Because we are able to get so close to our subjects, 400mm lenses are usually the longest needed, with telephoto zooms offering the most flexibility. Please note tripods are not required.
What species will we photograph?
The animals we spend time with can change from time to time, at the discretion of the centres keepers. However we will endeavor to spend time with Foxes, Otters, Scottish Wild Cats, Barn or Tawny Owl, Harvest Mouse, Red Squirrels sometimes Hedgehog.
On site camera and lens hire
We are offering a small selection of camera and lens hire on the day, for £50 per item. Please enquire for equipment list and availability.
Wildlife photography eBook
Included in the cost of your photography day is a 24 page eBook, tailored for the British Wildlife Centre. Containing useful camera setting and tips, this will be sent out to you a week or two before your visit, allowing you plenty of time to digest and prepare for your day.
Group size
Each day is limited to small group sizes of only 10. This allows for more room to photograph each subject.
Professional guidance and tuition
With small group sizes and two full time wildlife photographers as your guides, there will be ample opportunity to discuss camera settings and techniques with us. We will be on hand at all times to ensure you get the most out of your workshop.
Experience level required
These BWC workshops are open to photographers of all ability. From the very beginner to those who are more advanced, a relaxed approach is given to ensure you come away from the workshop having learned something new.
Access inside the enclosures
Because these workshops take place when the British Wildlife Centre is closed to the public, it allows us access inside the enclosures. This provides unrivaled photographic opportunity and close encounters with our subjects.
What equipment is suitable?
This is one of the rare times when photographing animals doesn't rely on large telephoto lenses. Because we are able to get so close to our subjects, 400mm lenses are usually the longest needed, with telephoto zooms offering the most flexibility. Please note tripods are not required.
What species will we photograph?
The animals we spend time with can change from time to time, at the discretion of the centres keepers. However we will endeavor to spend time with Foxes, Otters, Scottish Wild Cats, Barn or Tawny Owl, Harvest Mouse, Red Squirrels sometimes Hedgehog.
On site camera and lens hire
We are offering a small selection of camera and lens hire on the day, for £50 per item. Please enquire for equipment list and availability.
Wildlife photography eBook
Included in the cost of your photography day is a 24 page eBook, tailored for the British Wildlife Centre. Containing useful camera setting and tips, this will be sent out to you a week or two before your visit, allowing you plenty of time to digest and prepare for your day.
GUIDES
Richard Peters is a Nikon Ambassador with a style that often favours dramatic light and contrast. He offers a relaxed, down-to-earth approach to his guiding and has won multiple international awards including twice in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year. He is also one of the only British photographers to have recieved the accolade of European Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
David Lloyd is a professional photographer with several prestigious awards to his name including twice being recognised in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year. He is UK based although spends much of his time in Africa, where he has developed a distinctive fine art approach to wildlife that he successfully applies to any subject he photographs.
ITINERARY
1415: Meet and greet with tea, coffee and biscuits.
1430: A short briefing and presentation is followed by group tuition, allowing us to go through camera controls for those who require assistance in setting up their equipment.
1500: Specific species may vary slightly on the day but we will aim to begin with Foxes and Scottish wildcats, then move on to Red Squirrels.
1730: Break for tea, coffee and sandwiches, which are provided for you. This allows us a chance to refuel and also go through photos from the first few shoots. You will have time during the break to ask me for any advice and tips not yet covered.
1800: We end the day with Owls, Otters, Harvest Mouse and to make the most of the late evening light, head into the second Fox enclosure. Those who wish to spend time with Badgers and Stoats may do so, although these are animals in which you must stay outside of the enclosures.
2000: Finish
PRICE & DATES
British Wildlife Centre photography day, £195
Please feel free to get in touch should you have any questions or, use the booking form to reserve your space now.
What’s included
- Tea and coffee on arrivial
- 24 page wildlife photography ebook
- Refreshments and sandwiches during the break
What’s recommended
- Clothing for wet weather
- Clothing you can get dirty
- Rain cover for camera gear (in event of wet weather)
More workshops available: see the full range
More workshops available: see the full range
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