Join professional wildlife photography workshops and tours across Florida’s most stunning locations, including the iconic Everglades, Wakodahatchee Wetlands, Fort De Soto Park, Merritt Island, Orlando Wetlands and St. Augustine. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to advance your skills, you’ll learn techniques that turn ordinary wildlife photos into compelling visual stories.
My work has appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, BBC, TIME, CNN, The Smithsonian, Rolling Stone, The Guardian, The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and numerous other international publications.
✅ Learn from a photographer published in National Geographic, The New York Times, BBC, CNN, The Guardian…
✅ Receive personalized instruction through private 1-on-1 sessions or small group tours.
✅ Improve your skills in real-time with immediate, professional in-field feedback.
✅ Benefit from years of experience teaching photographers of all skill levels.
✅ Explore the best photography spots with deep insight from a local Florida expert.
✅ Gain expert knowledge from a University of Florida certified Florida Master Naturalist.
After decades as a wire news photojournalist, I pursued my lifelong passion and transitioned into wildlife photography, combining the decisive-moment instincts of news photography with a deep respect for the natural world. I bring professional standards, storytelling expertise, and hands-on guidance to every workshop. I am a former Board Member and Vice President of the Press Photographers Association of Greater Los Angeles, and in 2020, I was awarded a Fellowship from The Royal Photographic Society.
As a Certified Florida Master Naturalist through the University of Florida, I bring more than camera techniques to every workshop, I share deep understanding of ecosystems, animal behavior, and habitat dynamics.
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EXCELLENT Based on 24 reviews Posted on Meirav HofmanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Simply the best! Ronen is knowledgeable, efficient and an amazing teacher. He knows the perfect timing and location for every photography goal. Spent an afternoon with him photographing birds and already booked my return visit. Strongly recommend!Posted on John GolanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I spent an afternoon With Ronen in Wakodahatchee Wetlands. He was fantastic. I have limited experience with bird photography. Ronen was a patient instructor. He adjusted my camera to the appropriate settings and spent the entire afternoon giving valuable lessons and tips about techniques needed to optimize my photographs. If you have any interest in birds, I would highly recommend an afternoon With Ronen!Posted on Julia FermayerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I took a wildlife photography class with Ronen and it was fantastic. I learned so much in a short time, and the wildlife opportunities were incredible — from Great Blue Heron chicks to an Anhinga with a fish speared on its beak. Ronen is knowledgeable, patient, and great at helping you get the shot. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to improve their wildlife photography.Posted on douglasheller1Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I just completed a 5 day Best of Florida Photo workshop with Ronen. All I can say is that if you ever, ever have the opportunity, you should take a workshop with Ronen. He is a master at his craft and has the ability to convey his ideas and knowledge in a very personal and professional way. Walking through Florida’s nature preserves with Ronen looking to position me in just the right way to capture stunning wildlife photos is an experience that I’ll never forget. Not to mention how he attended to every detail of the trip including airport pick up, snacks and drinks, extra camera gear you might need and everything in between. I’ve taken several photo workshops and Ronen’s is by far the best experience I could ask for. I’m looking forward to another workshop in the future.Posted on Giri KondapuramTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was the exact class I needed. Ronen provided answers/solutions to all my questions. He was patient, knew his subject and everything was slow paced and relaxed. For me, he opened an entire new approach to photographing birds. At the end of the session, he was kind enough to review some of my photos and provide valuable insights to how some of them could be improved. I cannot wait to get back there and put to practice what I learnt. I would recommend a class with Ronen to anyone who wants to improve his or her skillset and learn tips and tricks.Posted on Chrissi V.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the best time with Ronen! He taught me some of his little tricks to make the most of my pictures and is very knowledgeable and experienced. He showed me some of his favorite locations and left me with my new favorites, the Burrowing Owls.Posted on Fred JacobsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am an experienced photographer and bird enthusiast and I can't imagine how you could have a better photographic experience with anyone better than Ronen. He does it all. He will help teach you about your camera controls and help you to set up your camera for the maximum enjoyment. He will then show you how to take pictures like a pro. He is calm and is never in a hurry. After a full day of photography, he is the kind of guy you would want to hang out with and grab a beer. Nobody does it better.Posted on Orrick CopelandTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronen made this experience unforgettable. He shared his skills and knowledge with genuine enthusiasm, meeting me exactly where I was as a beginner. Not once did he talk down to me — instead, he made the entire outing feel fun, relaxed, and inspiring rather than like work or school. I’d do this again in a heartbeatPosted on Randy WrobleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I did a 3 day private bird photography workshop in 6 different sites in Florida with Ronen and it was a tremendous experience. He knew exactly where to go to get great shots and spent a lot of time teaching and giving me tips on improving my technique. We also spent invaluable time on image review. My photography is better for it in many ways. Perhaps even more important, Ronen is thoughtful kind, and genuinely good person. He picked me up at the airport at the start, dropped me off at the end, and drove us everywhere in between. He had water and snacks ready every day. He loaned a monopod and gimbal head to me for the trip. Ronen was 100% attentive to teaching me. I recommend Ronen highly in every aspect.Posted on Heather CraigTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ronen was the height of professionalism and knowledge. He taught me things about my camera I'd never used before, planned out our excursion so I'd get the best images possible, and was deeply knowledgeable about the birds and reptiles we encountered. He was easy to talk with and super helpful. I so recommend an excursion with him if you get the opportunity!