Bird Photography Workshop at Fort De Soto Park

Photograph Florida’s Iconic Shorebirds & Wading Birds

Join award-winning wildlife photojournalist Ronen Tivony for an immersive, hands-on Bird Photography Workshop at the breathtaking Fort De Soto Park—a world-renowned birding destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Whether you’re aiming to build a professional portfolio or simply want to deepen your connection with nature through photography, this field-based workshop is designed to sharpen your skills, enhance your understanding of bird behavior, and help you create compelling, story-rich images—right where the action unfolds.

Location:

Fort De Soto Park

Workshop Dates:

May 22-23, 2025
June 14-15, 2025
November 15-17, 2025

Price:

$950 per participant

Highlights:

- Hands-on instruction in, bird behavior, and ethical wildlife photography

- Techniques for capturing birds in flight, feeding, preening, and nesting

- Expert guidance on exposure, focus tracking, and composition

- Small group size to ensure personalized attention

Birds:

Fort De Soto is home to an impressive variety of shorebirds and wading birds, including:

Shorebirds

- American Oystercatcher, Wilson’s Plover, Black-bellied Plover, Marbled Godwit, Ruddy Turnstone, Sanderling, Willet, Least Tern

Wading Birds

- Reddish Egret, Roseate Spoonbill, Great Blue Heron, Tricolored Heron, Little Blue Heron, Snowy Egret, White Ibis, Great Egret, Green Heron

Who Should Attend?

This workshop is ideal for:

- Beginners seeking structured guidance in a rich wildlife setting
- Intermediate to advanced photographers wanting to improve field technique

- Nature lovers and birders who want to document their sightings beautifully

What to Bring:

- DSLR or mirrorless camera

- Telephoto lens (100-400mm or 200-600mm)

- Tripod or monopod (optional but helpful)

- Extra batteries, memory cards, water, sun protection

Led By: Ronen Tivony

An internationally published photographer with 30+ years of experience in wildlife and photojournalism. Ronen’s work has appeared in The Guardian, The Wall Street Journal, Stern, The Times, and many more.

✅ Reserve Your Spot Now

Space is limited to just 4 participants to ensure personalized, hands-on instruction throughout the workshop.