Bosque del Apache Workshop 2011
My first real photography workshop was at Bosque del Apache and it is a place that has a very special place in my heart and in my photographic memory. Bosque is just one of those magical places that I love to return to. It is a perfect place for beginners and seasoned shooters alike and I’m happy to take some folks back this fall.
This workshop takes place at the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near Socorro, New Mexico. Bosque is a must for anyone interested in photographing Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes during their fall migration. Bosque plays host to upwards of 40,000 geese during the fall and winter presenting many terrific opportunities for photographers. The refuge is situated between the Rio Grande River and the Chupadera Mountains and they provide beautiful backgrounds for your images. With the tens of thousands of waterfowl you are sure to capture many memorable moments.
One of the most incredible sights you’ll photograph is the morning blast off from Bosque. The sound and beauty of thousands of ducks and geese blasting off from their night time roost into a blazing New Mexico sunrise is something that you will not forget. Fair warning, it happens fast and will startle you the first day. Fortunately, we will have a couple of opportunities to capture it.
While the Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes are the stars there is plenty to photograph at the refuge. With over 300 species of birds visiting the refuge throughout the year, we’ll almost certainly get some more great shots of regional specialties. Keep your eyes open for roadrunners along the roads.
I’ve chosen the dates with care and with the hope of catching the giant cottonwoods in their peak fall colors. In addition, by going early in the season the birds are more likely to be closer to the observation areas and be more photogenic. Oh, and it won’t be too cold!
We’ll photograph in the morning and in the evening in the refuge. During the middle of the day we’ll break for lunch and gather for a review of the days shoot and see how we can improve during the next session. I know all of the hot spots and we’ll go to a few places that aren’t on most workshop itineraries. Here are a few images to whet your appetite for the workshop.
This workshop takes place at the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge near Socorro, New Mexico. Bosque is a must for anyone interested in photographing Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes during their fall migration. Bosque plays host to upwards of 40,000 geese during the fall and winter presenting many terrific opportunities for photographers. The refuge is situated between the Rio Grande River and the Chupadera Mountains and they provide beautiful backgrounds for your images. With the tens of thousands of waterfowl you are sure to capture many memorable moments.
One of the most incredible sights you’ll photograph is the morning blast off from Bosque. The sound and beauty of thousands of ducks and geese blasting off from their night time roost into a blazing New Mexico sunrise is something that you will not forget. Fair warning, it happens fast and will startle you the first day. Fortunately, we will have a couple of opportunities to capture it.
While the Snow Geese and Sandhill Cranes are the stars there is plenty to photograph at the refuge. With over 300 species of birds visiting the refuge throughout the year, we’ll almost certainly get some more great shots of regional specialties. Keep your eyes open for roadrunners along the roads.
I’ve chosen the dates with care and with the hope of catching the giant cottonwoods in their peak fall colors. In addition, by going early in the season the birds are more likely to be closer to the observation areas and be more photogenic. Oh, and it won’t be too cold!
We’ll photograph in the morning and in the evening in the refuge. During the middle of the day we’ll break for lunch and gather for a review of the days shoot and see how we can improve during the next session. I know all of the hot spots and we’ll go to a few places that aren’t on most workshop itineraries. Here are a few images to whet your appetite for the workshop.
