SOLD OUT: Bird Photography 101

Resource person: learn@vandusen.org

Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden - Guides Classroom & Garden

Description:

Located on the Pacific Flyway migratory route, the Vancouver area attracts millions of migratory birds yearly. With such an incredible abundance of birds, it is no surprise that the parks in the region are also popular with photo enthusiasts and bird lovers, who visit from near and far.  

Join wildlife photographer Liron Gertsman for an in-depth bird photography workshop, going over tips, tricks and techniques for bird photography that can be applied regardless of your camera of choice, smartphones included. The program will also include a photo walk through the gardens and an overview of post-processing techniques to help make your bird photos shine. You'll want to bring a camera and a laptop (optional) if you'd like to follow along with a photo editing tutorial.  

Instructor's Bio:   

You may have seen him on CBC's "The National," heard his voice on CBC Radio One, or seen his work in Canadian Geographic magazine, The Guardian, and GEO magazine. Liron Gertsman's work has been experienced by millions in some of the largest museums across the world, including the Natural History Museum in London and the Smithsonian in Washington D.C. Liron uses his photos to educate on the importance of preserving the natural world for the continued health and existence of all who live on our planet. As a naturalist and photographer, he feels it is his duty to show people the essence of Earth by thinking outside the box to create eye-catching images that connect people with the environment. Liron's work has been widely recognized and awarded, sweeping the professional category of the 2022 Audubon Photography Awards and earning a highly commended designation in the prestigious Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Liron has a biology degree from the University of British Columbia, which he uses to enhance his passion for art and visual storytelling, providing a scientific background to inform his understanding of the natural world. Check out his website to learn more about his work: Liron Gertsman Photography

Online pre-registration is required.  

Image by Liron Gertsman.

Available: Full

Price: $80.00 Taxes not included

Notes: Please note that registration will close at 4:00 p.m. PT, one business day before the program starts. Cancellation policy: No refunds will be given for education courses. A credit will be applied to your account for cancellations with one week's notice. With less than a week's notice, no credit will be given. No new credit will be issued if the cancelled course was purchased using prior credit. Program cancellation by the VBGA due to Public Health Restrictions will result in education program credit equivalent to the value lost. Credits must be used within one year from the date issued. Please notify us of your cancellation in writing to learn@vandusen.org

Prerequisites: Educational programs are available for both members and non-members. In order to register for a class, you first need to open an account with Amilia, our online registration portal. Note that your membership account does NOT give you this access. You must open a separate account in Amilia. Follow this link to create your account: https://www.amilia.com/en/Signup Please save your Amilia account username & password for registration in future classes.

More information: Instructor: Liron Gertsman. 

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