Happy holidays to all!!! There are now three spoonbill tours in 2019, with 1 open spot in March and 2 open spots in April (due to cancellation). This could be a very sweet Christmas present, just saying… š Shoot me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com
Florida Spoonbill squawking – Tampa Bay Spoonbill Rookery, Florida
ISO 400 | f/7.1 | 1/3200 sec. | Manual mode | AI servo rear focusing
This photograph was created with the Canon 600mm f/4 L IS II USM lens (review) with a 1.4x extender and the Canon EOS 5D mark III.
The squawking Spoonbill image above was created a few years back, at the Tampa Bay Spoonbill rookery. This location offers a nice diversity in backdrops. There will be many opportunities for a dramatic contrast against a darker background as above. This effect is created by the shade from the mangrove trees in the back and the bird being lit by the sun at the same time.
Florida Spoonbill flapping its wings – Tampa Bay Spoonbill Rookery, Florida
ISO 640 | f/5.6 | 1/6400 sec. | Manual mode | AI servo rear focusing
This photograph was created with the Canon 600mm f/4 L IS II USM lens (review) with a 1.4x extender and the Canon EOS 5D mark III.
Every now and then, the shore gets awashed with green algea. When that happens, one may create images with exquisite green backdrops. Note that I strive to keep the whole reflection of the bird in the image when it is possible. It gives a sense of unity with the environment and adds to the story.
Florida Spoonbill flapping its wings – Tampa Bay Spoonbill Rookery, Florida
ISO 400 | f/5.6 | 1/3200 sec. | Manual mode | AI servo rear focusing
This photograph was created with the Canon 600mm f/4 L IS II USM lens (review) and the Canon EOS 1DX mark II.
Bringing in blue backgrounds is a bit more tricky. When placed at the proper angle, this is possible during the afternoon shoot.
Florida Spoonbills Photography Tour – $1,290
February 2nd-3rd 2019 / limit 6 people – Full
March 30th-31st 2019 / limit 6 people – 1 opening
April 27th-28th 2019 / limit 6 people – 2 openings
2 working lunches and 3 boat rides to the absolute best rookery to photograph spoonbills with breeding colors. $250 deposit. Send me an email at steven@stevenbirdphotography.com
