Reasons to Choose Wildlife With Ronen for Florida Wildlife Photography Tours & Workshops
Learn to make magazine-quality wildlife images, not just snapshots. If you’re looking for Florida wildlife photography tours led by someone who truly knows the state’s ecosystems, light, and wildlife behavior, you’ve found the right guide.
Join award-winning wildlife photojournalist and certified Florida Master Naturalist Ronen Tivony for private hands-on workshops and tours across Florida’s most extraordinary natural habitats. Expect real-time field coaching, deep naturalist knowledge, and ethical wildlife practices from start to finish.
Why Choose Our Florida Wildlife Photography Tours
Not all wildlife photography tours are created equal. What sets Wildlife With Ronen apart is the combination of serious photojournalism experience, genuine naturalist expertise, and a deep personal commitment to every participant’s growth, regardless of their starting skill level.
✅ Published in National Geographic, The New York Times, BBC, CNN, The Guardian, and more, Ronen brings world-class photojournalism experience to every tour
✅ Private 1-on-1 sessions or small groups, never crowded, always personal
✅ Immediate in-field feedback so you improve in real time, not after the fact
✅ Decades of teaching experience working with photographers from total beginners to working professionals
✅ A long-time Florida resident with deep local insight into the best photography locations, seasons, and timing
✅ Certified by the University of Florida as a Florida Master Naturalist
Whether you’re picking up a camera for the first time or looking to refine your technique for professional publication, these Florida wildlife photography workshops are designed to meet you exactly where you are.
What You’ll Learn on a Florida Wildlife Photography Workshop
Every workshop focuses on real field situations, because that’s where great wildlife photography actually happens. Rather than sitting in a lecture room, you’ll be out in Florida’s wetlands, forests, and coastlines, making images alongside Ronen with his guidance close at hand.
Topics covered vary by workshop and participant level, but commonly include:
Camera settings in the field. Understanding shutter speed, aperture, and ISO helps you capture fast-moving wildlife in changing light. Ronen walks you through each setting on location, so the concepts stick immediately.
Animal behavior and anticipation. Knowing when a bird is about to take flight, or when a heron is about to strike, is half the battle. Consequently, Ronen spends significant time teaching you to read wildlife cues before the moment unfolds.
Light and composition. Florida’s golden hours, open shade, and reflected water light offer extraordinary creative opportunities. Moreover, knowing how to position yourself relative to the light can transform an ordinary shot into a compelling image.
Ethical wildlife photography. Photographing animals without disturbing nesting sites or natural behavior is non-negotiable. As a result, Ronen teaches and follows the ethical guidelines of the North American Nature Photography Association (NANPA), ensuring every encounter stays respectful and responsible.
About Ronen Tivony
Ronen Tivony is a Florida-based wildlife photojournalist and a certified Florida Master Naturalist, known for capturing authentic, intimate moments of wildlife and the intricate relationships between animals and their habitats. His work has been featured in leading international outlets, including The Guardian, The New York Times, National Geographic, CNN, BBC, and more.
When not on assignment, Ronen leads wildlife photography workshops and guided tours throughout Florida, sharing his knowledge and passion for photographing the state’s diverse birdlife and ecosystems. His mission is to inspire others to engage with nature thoughtfully and patiently, while fostering appreciation and protection of the wild places that make these extraordinary encounters possible.
Photography Tours for Every Skill Level
These Florida wildlife photography tours are intentionally designed to work for a wide range of experience levels:
Beginners get clear, jargon-free instruction on camera basics and leave the field with real confidence. Ronen is patient and skilled at explaining technical concepts in plain, accessible language.
Intermediate photographers move beyond auto mode and develop a stronger compositional eye. The goal is to start making deliberate creative decisions — the kind that separate good photos from truly great ones.
For advanced photographers and professionals, the focus shifts to Ronen’s photojournalism perspective, prime location access, and candid image critique that pushes portfolios forward.
Furthermore, private 1-on-1 sessions are available for participants who want fully personalized instruction tailored to their specific goals, gear, and schedule.
Private 1-on-1 sessions for participants who want fully personalized instruction tailored to their specific goals, gear, and schedule.
Book a Florida Wildlife Photography Tour or Workshop
Choose from a range of Florida wildlife photography workshops across the state’s most iconic locations:
Owl Photography Workshop – Near Miami
Delray Beach Bird Photography Workshop
Everglades Wildlife Photography Workshop
Fort De Soto Park Bird Photography Workshop
Orlando Wetlands Wildlife Photography Workshop
Not sure which workshop is right for you? Contact Ronen directly he’s happy to help you find the best fit for your goals, schedule, and skill level.