Wildlife Photography Course with Andy Rouse
A masterclass in Wildlife Photography. We’ve teamed up with multi-award-winning photographer Andy Rouse to bring you this comprehensive Wildlife Photography Course.
Andy has won over 30 major awards including the BBC wildlife photographer of the year, the European and American wildlife photographer of the year, and the prestigious Cherry Kearton Medal. His work has been published all over the world and he currently has 20 published books to his name. His photography has been used commercially by companies such as British Airways and Jaguar Motors and on top of this, Andy is an ambassador for 21st Century Tiger and a patron of the UK Wild Otter Trust.
This course will take you on a journey learning all about wildlife photography from manageable projects you can complete in your own backyard to mastering fieldcraft and stalking techniques. If you love photography and wildlife and want to create award-winning photography, then this course is for you.
As always with TSOP the course has been designed and structured by a professional, fully qualified teacher. We’ve got over 20 years of photography teaching experience which means the education you receive is free of waffle and focuses on accurate and thorough knowledge. We’ve structured the course in an easy-to-understand way, breaking down this advanced area of photography into manageable learning that anyone can understand.
Follow along with Andy as he shows you how to unlock the beauty of wildlife in photography and teaches you the secrets behind creating the best wildlife photography in the world.
If you’re looking to learn wildlife photography and create images that stack up against the best out there, then this course is for you.
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Beauty in nature – Peace in mind
Being able to capture the beauty of the world around us plays a big part in conservation efforts. Being in nature also plays a positive role in maintaining good mental health. Watch as you are taught that it is not just about the photo but also about the positive impact it has on mental health and the environment.
Fieldcraft and Stalking
Ever wondered how the pro’s get so close to their subjects? It’s not just about camouflage. Away from camera settings, there are certain skills you must master to get consistently good pictures. Learn how to hone fieldcraft and stalking techniques which will enable you to capture those clear, crisp pictures you see from the pros!
Unlock your potential and create stunning Wildlife Photography by joining Andy Rouse on this journey which will transform your photography into something special!
What you will learn
Introduction to pro wildlife photography, what it is and why you should do it.
Specialised equipment used for wildlife photography.
Camera settings and techniques used by the pro’s.
How to edit wildlife photography in post processing programs like Photoshop.
Manageable wildlife projects anyone can achieve.
What fieldcraft is, its importance, and how to gain good fieldcraft skills.
How to get close to subjects by using correct camouflage and stalking techniques.
How to plan for a wildlife photography shoot.
Deeper insights into the animals you photograph.
How to plan for, and achieve, that once in a lifetime shot.
How to be an excellent travelling wildlife photographer.
How to effectively promote yourself to potential clients.
Top tips in entering competitions from an experienced judge.
How to build an active social media following.
The business of wildlife photography.
How you can monetise your passion and turn it into a career.
Who is this course for?
Photographers wanting to take their wildlife photography to the next level.
Intermediate level photographers wanting to learn wildlife photography.
Photographers looking to learn pro wildlife editing techniques.
Wildlife photographers wanting to go professional.
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“These courses are truly the best I have found. They do such a nice job laying out the framework, explaining the concepts, and building on the skills in an understandable fashion. Well worth it!”
Kris Brady – USA
Course Content
Intro to your Course and Andy Rouse
An introduction to Andy Rouse, his photography and how the course works. Here Andy shares his photography journey from the corporate world to one of the most well known photographers in this genre. He also talks frankly about what wildlife photography means to him.
Lesson 2 – Equipment
Here you will learn about the equipment needed to achieve good results. You’ll look at cameras, lenses, tripods, camouflage and essential accessories to get more refined professional imagery.
Lesson 3 – Camera Settings and Techniques
In this lesson you’ll start by learning the basics of wildlife photography and you’ll understand the physics behind why good imagery is so hard to achieve. You’ll also learn about specific camera settings for wildlife photography, how to use light, composition, the weather and many more pro techniques to send your photography to the next level.
Lesson 4 – Garden Birds
Why not hone your wildlife skills in your own backyard. In this lesson you’ll start to develop a project-based mentality and get control of your equipment and camera settings. You’ll also understand that whatever the subject you’re shooting, fieldcraft, patience and skill are what you need to succeed.
Lesson 5 – Garden Birds Edit
In this lesson you’ll look at how the pros edit wildlife photography. You’ll look at editing portraits of birds and birds in flight. You will also be provided with the raw files so you can follow along and learn the editing techniques shown.
Lesson 6 – Fieldcraft and Stalking
We’ve all seen those clean crisp photos of wildlife where the animal looks like it’s right in front of the camera. Camera equipment and settings are just a small part of this achievement. This lesson will give you the rest of the skills needed to consistently achieve high end results.
Lesson 7 – Fieldcraft and Stalking Edits
Here you learn how to sort and edit wildlife pictures in programs such as Photoshop and others. Again, you are provided with the raw files so you can work along with the lesson, and in the process you’ll learn the secrets the pros use in their post processing.
Lesson 8 – The Hero Shot
Every aspiring wildlife photographer will have a dream shot they want to achieve, a ‘hero’ shot. Watch Andy as he teaches you how to plan and execute such a picture by putting it into practice himself.
Lesson 9 – The Hero Shot Edit
In this lesson, we head back to the studio to edit the photos taken out in the field. As usual you are provided with the raw files so you can follow along with the edit and learn the techniques taught.
Lesson 10 – The Travelling Wildlife Photographer
At the start of your wildlife journey most of your photography will be created locally. But as you aspire to build on your portfolio you will need to travel further afield. This lesson has been put together for people wanting to do wildlife photography whilst on safaris and expeditions.
Lesson 11 – The Business of Wildlife Photography
This lesson is for those wanting to earn money from their passion. Andy shares the realities of being a wildlife photographer and shows you the different revenue streams you can use to make money. You’ll look at how to get clients, how to promote yourself, how to build a standout portfolio and how to take your first steps into the business world of wildlife photography.
Lesson 12 - End of Course Recap
A friendly sign off from Andy and a recap on the knowledge you’ve learnt on the course.
A selection of Andy’s work
About your Tutor
Andy’s love for nature started in his teens whilst on country walks with his dad. He left university and embarked in a corporate career for over 10 years but in 1998 he decided to leave all that behind and go professional as a wildlife photographer.
Since then, Andy has won over 30 major awards including the BBC wildlife photographer of the year, the European and American wildlife photographer of the year, and the prestigious Cherry Kearton Medal. His work has been published all over the world and he currently has 20 published books to his name. His photography has been used commercially by companies such as British Airways and Jaguar Motors.
He is also very passionate about the conservation of wildlife and is an ambassador for 21st Century Tiger and a patron of the UK Wild Otter Trust. He absolutely loves nature and realises the positive impact photographing it can have on people’s mental health and this is promoted throughout his teachings.
View Andy’s website here www.andyrouse.co.uk
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FAQs
What level do I need to be at?
This course is suited for intermediate photographers and Lightroom and Photoshop users. It is not suited for anyone who hasn’t used Photoshop or learnt about the basics of photography. In this case, take our Photography and Photoshop course first.
I’m not in the UK, will this course still be suitable for me?
Yes. Do you have wildlife where you are? If the answer is yes then this course is going to be great for you.
What’s the difference between ‘This course only’ and ‘Become a Member’?
Please see ‘Buying Options’ above.
Do I need Adobe Lightroom for this course?
It depends. If you want to follow along with the edits then the answer is yes. However, if you edit your work in a different program then you can simply use the same editing techniques in whatever program you are used to. The raw files provided will open in any editing program that supports raw editing. If you wish to buy Adobe editing software we recommend buying their ‘Photography Plan (20GB)’ which includes Photoshop CC, Lightroom Classic, and Lightroom CC for a monthly fee. For more details on this plan click here.
What’s the cost in my own currency?
The courses are priced in British Pounds and US Dollars. On checkout, it will show the cost in British Pounds and will be converted into your currency when purchased. To get an accurate cost in your own currency click here to use a Currency Converter.
Do I get a certificate with this course?
Yes - On completion of all our courses, you receive a certificate from The School of Photography.
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