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Nikon and The Brevard Nature Alliance present the Space Coast Birding & Wildlife Festival Brevard Community College, Titusville Campus 1311 North U.S. Highway 1, Titusville January 23 - 28, 2008 -- Titusville, Florida A celebration of birds and wildlife. |
Digiscoping
Mike Freiberg
Ben Lizdas
Clay Taylor (2)
Photography
Presentations
Kevin Doxstater
Milton Heiberg
Reinier Munguia
Joanne Williams
Photography
Techniques
Robert Amoruso (2)*
Kevin Doxstater (3)
Milton Heiberg (2)*
Reinier Munguia (5)
Garry ShorterOutdoor Workshops
All Outdoor Workshops are
Limited to 12 Registrants
Robert Amoruso - FILLED
Kevin Doxstater
Milton Heiberg
Reinier Munguia*
Garry Shorter
Joanne WilliamsPURPLE COLOR indicates change from the
printed program or new information.Digiscoping
Mike Freiberg: Digiscoping - New Wave of Photography!
Join Nikon's own birding specialist Mike Freiberg, who will discuss the basics of digiscoping and preview Nikon's exciting new technology. Digiscoping is the ingenious result of marrying a camera to a spotting scope to get those distant shots of wildlife that can't be grasped with ordinary single-lens reflex cameras. Nikon's new Coolpix P5000 has proven to be a major weapon in the world of digsicoping. One of Nikon's best selling digicoping cameras in recent history, its new auto-focus technology is faster and more accurate than ever. Mike will display many images from his own portfolio to show first-hand the capabilities of the Nikon glass. He will take you from the very beginning to discuss how digiscoping came about and will reveal some basic start-up strategies to take away the complexities of beginning this wonderful hobby. A major player in bird and wildlife photography, Nikon has brought a new dimension into the world of digiscoping. If you are thinking about getting into digiscoping, are already digiscoping and looking for some helpful hints or are just curious, then this is the program for you. For more information, please visit Nikon's web site and view the world through Nikon eyes. Gear up for a Digiscoping adventure!
www.nikonsportoptics.com
Jan. 23, 1:00pm-2:00pm: Gym Class 121; Free
Jan. 26, 2:15pm-3:15pm: Gym Class 119; Free
Ben Lizdas: An Introduction to Digiscoping
Digiscoping is a simple and effective way to capture images of wildlife at a distance using a spotting scope with a point-and-shoot digital camera. In this seminar we will cover the basics of what type of equipment makes a good digiscoping set-up, including adapters, scopes, eyepieces, cameras and tripods. In addition to equipment, we will also touch on field technique and image post-processing. We will conclude with an inspiring slide show of digiscoped images.
www.eagleoptics.com
Jan. 25, 11:00am-12:00pm: Gym Class 153, Free
Clay Taylor: Digiscoping with D-SLR Cameras
The recent popularity of interchangeable-lens Digital SLR camera bodies creates new opportunities, as well as problems, for digiscopers. If you are contemplating the purchase of a D-SLR or already own one and want to use it for digiscoping, we will cover the equipment needed, help you do the math and cover field techniques.
www.swarovskioptik.com
Jan. 23, 3:30pm-5:00pm: Gym Class 123; FreeClay Taylor: Digiscoping Field Trip
This field trip will serve as a "how-to" for new digiscopers and those who are interested in starting digiscoping as well as refining techniques for current digiscopers. Participants should bring their scopes, tripods, cameras and adapters. We will cover the basics of field shooting with emphasis on hands-on instruction.
www.swarovskioptik.com
Meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side -- adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan. 24 & 26: 8:00am-12:00pm; Free
Jan. 25: 1:00pm-5:00pm; Free
Photography Presentations
Kevin Doxstater: Beautiful Birds & Music 2 and Beautiful Nature & Music 2
Beautiful Birds 2: The music of Ludwig van Beethoven provides the backdrop for this multimedia presentation of bird photography by award-winning photographer Kevin Doxstater. The program features nearly 400 images of North American birds. From beautiful portraits to exciting action, each photograph flows smoothly and effortlessly with the music of Beethoven's 6th Symphony (movements 1 and 5) and Overture to Egmont. Revised and updated with many new species!
Beautiful Nature 2: This multimedia presentation combines the symphonic music of Ludwig van Beethoven with a stunning presentation of nature photography. While the selection of images favors avian subjects, this presentation includes photographs of mammals, insects, butterflies, spiders, reptiles, amphibians, scenic landscapes, sunrises and sunsets. Always evolving, Beautiful Nature features over 450 photographs built around music from Beethoven's 3rd, 6th, 7th and 8th symphonies.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan. 26, 3:30pm-5:00pm: Gym Class 119; $5.00
Milton Heiberg: Interpretations of Nature Series: Fort DeSoto Park and Ding Darling NWR
Let yourself float in a pool of total relaxation and, with open eyes, dream of the Earth's finest products. Milton Heiberg's Interpretations of Nature Series has two all-new additions put to music. The theme of each is the nature of Florida. The first is focused on the wildlife and landscapes of Fort DeSoto Park. The second is of Ding Darling NWR. They tell a story of this part of our planet that you, the viewer, may reflect upon. You bring something of yourself to it and take something away with you. It's a "must see."
www.miltonheiberg.com
Jan. 25, 4:00pm-5:00pm: Gym Class 153; $5.00
Reinier Munguia: Life of Birds
Please see the description in the Seminars Section.
Joanne Williams: Madagascar
Please see the description in the Seminars Section.
Photography Techniques
Robert Amoruso: Exposure with Digital Cameras
Are you new to digital photography? Are you overexposing your highlights or have heard about but don't understand "exposing to the right?" Then you need to attend this workshop with award-winning wildlife and nature photographer Robert Amoruso. This workshop will cover the one subject that is most problematic for digital photographers: determining exposure for digital cameras. We'll discuss why you shouldn't underexpose, exposing to the right on the histogram, what is a histogram, why and how to use manual mode, incident meters, DSLR reflected light meters and a host of other subjects. If you are attending one of Robert's field workshops, plan on attending this informative session in advance. A CD with loads of information will be given to all participants.
www.wildscapeimages.com
Jan. 23, 10:45am-12:15pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00 - FILLED
Robert Amoruso: Bird Photography: DSLR Set-up and Equipment Basics
If you are new to digital photography, unsure what equipment you need for bird photography or how to set up your camera, you should attend this workshop with award-winning wildlife and nature photographer Robert Amoruso. This workshop will cover basic and advanced DSLR camera set-up, RAW vs. JPG file formats and accessory equipment such as tripods, super-telephoto lens, flashes and rechargeable batteries to name a few. We'll also cover how to use this equipment to best advantage in the field, including long-lens technique, shooting from a ground-pod and hand-holding a telephoto lens. Though specific DSLR set-up info for Canon cameras will be covered (Robert is a Canon user), other system users will find much essential information in this workshop. If you are attending one of Robert's field workshops, plan on attending this informative session in advance. Handouts will be available.
www.wildscapeimages.com
Jan. 25, 10:00am-11:30am: Gym Class 123; $5.00
Kevin Doxstater: Image Editing for Digital Photographers 1
With digital photography, there is one undeniable fact: When the day's shooting is over, there is still plenty of work to be done. Many photographers who are new to this exciting new form of photography struggle with learning new software. The programs that are necessary to do the job can be intimidating for first-time users. This seminar is intended to make the transition easier for those who are new to the world of digital photography. Beginning with a thorough introduction to the work area (including menus, toolboxes and palettes), the seminar will cover topics such as how to read and understand histograms, brightness and contrast adjustments, color corrections, cropping and resizing images, sharpening and file-saving. A CD with step-by-step guides to the techniques discussed is included with registration. The session has been expanded to three hours, and participants are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the class for a "hands-on" learning experience. The instructor, Kevin Doxstater, has been using Adobe Photoshop® both personally and professionally for over 11 years and is experienced on both Windows and MacIntosh platforms.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan 23, 12:00pm-3:00pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Kevin Doxstater: Image Editing for Digital Photographers 2
Building on the basics from Image Editing 1, this workshop will cover several topics that will allow you to bring out the best in your digital images using Photoshop® or Photoshop Elements®. We'll begin the class with a look at monitor calibration and take a look at a couple of different ways to get your monitor looking right so you can get the best possible output. We'll also discuss advanced techniques for color correction, using the Toning Tools (dodging and burning), retouching your images with the Clone Tool and the Healing Brush/Patch Tool (including tips for restoring old photos), how to use the Selection Tools and how to add text to an image using the Type Tools. We'll conclude the session with a discussion of the Print dialog box and which settings are best to choose when making a print. Each participant in the workshop will receive a CD featuring step-by-step tutorials for each of the topics we'll be covering. The session has been expanded to three hours, and participants are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the class for a "hands-on" learning experience.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan. 24, 12:00pm-3:00pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Kevin Doxstater: Image Editing for Digital Photographers 3
In this advanced session we will learn several techniques to further enhance your imagery, including advanced masking techniques (for cutouts), how to create digital frames, torn paper edges and other edge effects, how to assemble a collage, tricks for great-looking grayscale and color-toned images and more. Each participant in the workshop will receive a CD featuring step-by-step tutorials for each of the topics we'll be covering. The session is three hours and participants are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the class for a "hands-on" learning experience.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan. 25, 12:00pm-3:00pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Milton Heiberg: Bird Photography
Milton Heiberg, author of The Essentials of Nature Photography, will teach you how to capture digital images of the beauty of birds-not just snapshot portraits. He will cover how to approach birds with telephoto lenses. Learn how to photograph birds in flight, using techniques taught by this 30-year veteran of nature photography. If you are planning to attend Milton's photo field workshops to Biolab Road, you should seriously consider this seminar.
www.miltonheiberg.com
Jan. 24, 11:00am-12:00pm: Gym Class 119; $5.00
Milton Heiberg: Close-Up Photography
Learn how to capture the beauty of nature close-up through techniques taught by Milton Heiberg, author of The Essentials of Nature Photography and a 35-year veteran of nature photography. The slide lecture/seminar portion (1-2 pm) will cover photography of wildflowers, insects, butterflies and other small creatures. For the outdoor workshop portion (2-3 pm), we will take a walk out back to one of the fallow areas of the campus and get down into it. Come with or without your camera and close-up lenses. You will look at small nature subjects from a whole new perspective and visually study their beauty in a brand new light, both literally and figuratively.
www.miltonheiberg.com
Meet in front of the Gymnatorium at 1:00pm for the outdoor workshop portion.
Outdoor Workshop, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Jan. 26, 12:00pm-2:00pm: Gym Class 153 $5.00
Reinier Munguia: Nature Photography
This presentation covers useful techniques for those interested in nature photography. Reinier will cover techniques on how to improve the quality of your images through the use of proper exposure, how to deal with the dynamic range of modern digital cameras and the use of ND filters. Learn how to solve problems in the field, what gear to take with you and how to see nature from a documentary prospective. Master the light and conquer the elements that can ruin a great shot. Learn techniques on how to deal with harsh light, wind and other things that can affect the quality of your images.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan. 23, 8:15am-9:45am: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Reinier Munguia: Macrophotography 101
This presentation will introduce participants to the amazing world of macro and close-up photography, its requirements and techniques. Learn how to find, approach and photograph wary creatures in their environment. Techniques to be discussed include magnification factors, exposure compensations, controlling depth of field and backgrounds. Learn the solution to a variety of problems that macrophotographers face in the field, including how to master the light, control the elements and what to do when you forget to pack the macro lens. Macrophotography does not have to be expensive. With today's technology, almost anybody with a camera can explore this fascinating field.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan. 24, 3:30pm-5:00pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Reinier Munguia: Photoshop® for Nature Photographers
This workshop is especially designed for the nature photographer who wants to make the best use of digital technology. Learn photo touch-up techniques and color solutions for the digital workflow. You will study how to get the best results from your digital or conventional captures and how to solve problems through a series of live demonstrations using real photos. Using Adobe Photoshop® or Adobe Photoshop Elements® you'll learn how to extend the dynamic range, preserve shadows and highlights, use the histograms, use the layer mask, selective blur, remove digital noise, enhance sharpness, control backgrounds, monitor calibration, color correction, printing techniques, remove defects and softening backgrounds. Learn through a series of live demonstrations using real photo situations. All participants will receive a multimedia CD-ROM on Photoshop® for Nature Photographers.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan. 25, 3:15pm-5:15pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Reinier Munguia: Digital Workflow Techniques
Learn how to improve the quality and quantity of your work by controlling your workflow from the field all the way to your desktop. See how software and hardware are fine-tuned to give you what you need when you need it. The presentation covers step-by-step instructions from the image-making process to the final print, including calibration and profiles. Stop wasting time fixing your images and spend more time shooting. Learn the tools available for the nature photographer on the go, including image cataloging software and how to maintain your own online FTP-server for image-sharing when away from home.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan. 26, 9:00am-10:00am: Gymn Class 123; $5.00
Reinier Munguia: Bird Photography 101
Join this workshop full of techniques and in-field experiences to obtain that bird photo you always wanted. Professional photographer Reinier Munguia will share his knowledge and wonderful experiences in the world of bird photography. Get details on how to capture many bird species in a professional and affordable way. Topics to be covered include equipment (digital vs film), the basic set-up (300mm lens), lens-handling techniques, determining exposure (sunny F16 rule), protecting the highlights, how to obtain sharper images, depth of field, flash techniques (fill flash), the perfect background, capturing birds in flight, how to approach your subject and more. Participants are encouraged to bring sample work and their photo equipment if they have any questions on how to use it properly. Price includes a bird photography multimedia CD-ROM.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan. 26, 10:30am-12:00pm: Gym Class 123; $35.00
Garry Shorter: Bird Photography Basics
This classroom session will include discussion of techniques for proper exposure, composition and capture of images. We will also discuss storing and proper processing of your images. Session will include some basic discussion on the benefits of RAW capture and processing. We will go over some examples of good and bad images and how to make your images better. Questions are encouraged.
www.fusionphoto.net
Jan. 24, 10:30am-12:00pm: Gym Class 121; $35.00
Outdoor Workshops
All Outdoor Workshops are limited to 12 RegistrantsRobert Amoruso: Field Workshop: (Birds and More)
Join wildlife and nature photographer Robert Amoruso for a morning of in-depth field instruction at two of the area's best locations for wildlife photography, Black Point Wildlife Drive (Jan. 24 & 25) and Viera Wetlands (Jan. 26). Robert is a protégé of renowned avian photographer Arthur Morris, first as a student and now a co-leader and "posse" member on Artie's instructional photo tours. Robert won the Birds category of the 2006 Nature's Best Photography Windland Smith Rice International Photography Competition. The winning image was displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History (www.mnh.si.edu/exhibits/natures_best_2006/gallery/royalterns.html). Bring your cameras, wide-angle lens, longest telephoto lens and a tripod if you have one. Bird photography will be the focus of the workshops, but all natural history subjects we encounter will be fair game. Instruction will include metering/exposure, composition, designing pleasing backgrounds, handling your equipment, shooting birds in flight and a host of other topics. Cost includes a CD of related material. Are you new to digital photography, unsure what equipment you need for bird photography or how to set up your camera? Does exposure give you fits? Then come to Robert's classroom workshops, "Bird Photography: DSLR Set-up and Equipment Basics" and "Exposing with Digital Cameras" prior to attending his field trips.
www.wildscapeimages.com • www.wildscapeimages.biz (workshop info)
For the two Black Point Drive trips, meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side - adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
For the Viera Wetlands trip, meet in front of the store entrance to the Wal-Mart at 8500 N. Wickham Rd., Viera at 5:45 am. (I-95 - exit #191, Wickham Rd. Go west for 1/2 mile).
Jan. 24, 5:45am-10:00am: $60.00
Jan. 25, 1:30pm-6:00pm: $60.00
Jan. 26, 5:45am-10:00am: $60.00
Thu, Fri & Sat 1/24, 25 & 26 - FILLED
Kevin Doxstater: Bird & Nature Photography Field Techniques
Take your photography to the next level in a morning bird photography workshop with Kevin Doxstater. Learn the techniques Kevin uses to create award-winning shots, including exposure, controlling depth of field, capturing action and flight and artistic image composition. A 300mm or longer telephoto or zoom lens is recommended. Bring your wide-angle lens, too, should we get a beautiful sunrise!
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side -- adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan. 23 & 25, 6:00am-10:30am: $60.00
Milton Heiberg: Photography Field Workshop
Drive and stalk along the beautiful water edge of Biolab Road as the sun rises over the lagoon. The leader will be Milton Heiberg, a 30-year veteran of nature photography, teacher of the subject for 20 years at the New York City Audubon Society and now at The Crealde School of Art in Orlando. He is the author of seven books on photography. Many of his students have become well published and noted nature photographers, including Florida's own Arthur Morris. You will receive a gratis copy of Milton's classic book, The Essentials of Nature Photography. We will catch a sunrise over the waters of Mosquito Lagoon, drive, walk and stalk the abundant bird life along the way. Bring tripod and a 300+mm lens.
www.miltonheiberg.com
Meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side -- adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan. 25, 26, & 27, 5:45am -10:00am: $60.00
Reinier Munguia: Bird Photography Field Workshop
This workshop was developed to enhance your photography skills through in-depth instruction in the field and practice on location. On Jan. 24, we will visit Black Point Wildlife Drive. We'll head down to Viera Wetlands on Jan. 26 & 27 to make use of the best afternoon or morning light while shooting a variety of birds. You'll learn techniques that will help improve your photography, including approaching birds effectively, in-flight techniques, exposure and metering, lens-handling techniques, flash techniques, controlling backgrounds, enhancing sharpness and more. Price includes a bird photography multimedia CD-ROM.
www.wildstockphotos.com
For the Black Point Drive trip, meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side -- adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan. 24, 5:45am-10:00am: $60.00
For the two Viera Wetlands trips, meet in front of the lobby of Best Western Space Shuttle Inn (southeast side of the intersection of I-95 and SR 50). On Jan. 26, meet in front of Best Western lobby at 1:00pm. Be there at 5:30am on Jan. 27.
Saturday 1/26 & Sunday 1/27 - FILLED
Garry Shorter: Morning and Afternoon Field Workshop
This workshop will include a minimum of three hours shooting at Black Point Wildlife Drive and Biolab Road (weather and time permitting). Black Point shooting will include stops at various spots to photograph wading birds, including Snowy Egret, Great Egret, Roseate Spoonbill and the occasional Reddish Egret. Other birds may be spotted along the way, including Green-winged Teal, Northern Pintail and Hooded Merganser. Biolab Road will present the opportunity to photograph egrets, herons and pelicans as well as Osprey and alligators. Before we start shooting, we will go over some basics for capturing good bird images for those new to bird photography. There will also be plenty of time while shooting to ask questions. A telephoto or zoom lens 200mm or greater is recommended. Brings lots of memory cards/film. As lighting in the early morning or late afternoon can be low, a tripod will be very helpful. Allow some time after the shoot to talk about what we shot and to ask any questions you may have.
www.fusionphot.net
Meet in the parking lot for the Parrish Park Boat Ramp (north side -- adjacent to the picnic pavilions) at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan. 23 & 27, 6:00am-10:30am: $60.00
Jan. 24, 1:30pm-6:00pm: $60.00
Joanne Williams: Photography Field Workshop
Join Joanne Williams, an accomplished professional photographer whose work is seen in numerous national and international publications, for a morning of photography instruction. Practice composition, appropriate equipment settings and learn the techniques Joanne uses. You must have a working knowledge of your camera equipment. Those with digital equipment, beginners and non-photographers are welcome. Joanne will visit Viera Wetlands on Jan 24 and 26 and Merritt Island NWR on Jan 25.
www.joannewilliamsphoto.com
For Viera Wetlands, meet in front of Best Western Space Shuttle Inn at 3455 Cheney Hwy (I-95 and SR 50) at 5:30am.
Jan. 24 & 26, 5:30am-10:00am: $60.00
For Merritt Island NWR, meet on the east side of the CVS Pharmacy at 5 Garden Street in Titusville at 5:45 am.
Jan. 25, 5:45am-10:00am: $60.00
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