
Do you know that one of my most common questions has absolutely nothing to do with photography?
I get something like this all the time: “Hey Steve, all this photography advice is great but my problem is I can’t seem to find any wildlife and when I do, I can’t get anywhere near them. How the heck do you do it?”
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering the same thing then I have a free little guide that you’re absolutely going to love!
In this book, you’ll discover 17 field proven wildlife spotting techniques used by myself and some of the best guides in the world. These are the techniques we rely on to locate and find wildlife for both ourselves and our groups. And I’m going to share them with you – for free!
In addition, I’ll also share my tips and techniques for approaching wildlife. After all, finding them is only half the battle you have to get within range to get a great photo. This book has you covered.
To download, just click the link below for your free 41 page PDF guide.
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Happy Shooting!
Steve
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Great stuff, Steve – as always; and as expected . Thanks!
Most of the principles described are applied unconsciously as experience is gained. But I found a few I was not fully aware of. Also, having all these principles described and collected in one place is a great thing worth spreading. Thanks Steve.
As always another great read from Steve Perry. Although I feel confident in my style of photography I am always learning new techniques.
As I live on the west coast of Canada and live near several species of wildlife I’ll be using this book as another tool in my camera bag.
Thanks Steve
Here’s another tip that can sometimes be useful with waterbirds (e.g. grebes, loons, cormorants) in calm water. A submerged bird can leave a “trail” of subtle ripples on the surface as it swims around “down below.” If you keep focused on a spot somewhat ahead of where the rippling is going, you can often catch the image as the bird surfaces and before it notices you.
The information we get from Steve is absolute GOLD, this is why l say to my fellow photographers Steve Perry is without peer. Pretty much what’s in this book is common sense but sadly, for many wildlife photographers, ‘common sense’ isn’t very common, in fact it’s almost non-existent. May this be read by everyone who picks up a camera to go shooting wildlife, that way they’ll know how to act/react and they won’t spoil my day in the bush when l’m trying to get a decent shot!
As a professional hunting guide in Alaska, I continue to learn new things about wildlife, their habitat, traits, etc. I use these same learning experiences when I’m out with my camera. Your book is a good reminder to me on ways the things to remember when I’m out in the field or talking to and reminding clients of the tricks of the trade. I certainly don’t know every trait of every animal, but your book is a very good reminder to me and my clients of do’s and do nots. Thanks for providing this good foundation of information in an… Read more »
I thought you would mention to look for circular ripples in water, I have had that work for me. This is a great book on this important subject for us amateur photographers.
Thanks for the free guide on Secrets to Spotting and Approaching Wildlife. I really appreciate it as I’m planning on doing more wildlife this year. I love your books. They are easy to read and I love the humor as well. You make learning fun. Thank you!!!
Nice article, Steve. I think sometimes, people don’t realize you physically may not be that close to your subject, but the lens you’re using is powerful enough to obtain fill the frame photos.
I didn’t know if the comment on Field Guide followed by not reading Field Guy was an attempt at humor or a typo.
Hope you have fun in the Galapagos. Headed there later in the week.
Typo – I fixed it already 🙂 The new version is up 🙂
Thanks for another informative reference guide. Much appreciated?
Another well written and helpful reference guide. I think most of us try to be mindful when approaching our subjects, but this is very good reminder. Thank you for sharing!!
Another reference guide. Well written as ever. More than useful, a GOTO guide.
Thanks so much.
Great advice, as usual.