Introduction to Flying Birds Photography
Introduction to Wildlife Photography - (Available All Year)
Below you will find an overview of the services I offer, which are available throughout the year, with a particular emphasis on seasonal highlights. Depending on the season, we’ll focus on a number of species, some of which, are listed below, Certain species are also available throughout the year.
Ian offers 1, 2 and 3 day bespoke wildlife and nature photography workshops for small groups.
Overview
Purpose: Practical, field‑based tuition tailored to your experience and photographic goals. Each workshop focuses on improving technical skills, observational techniques and ethical wildlife practices while producing stronger images.
Group size: Small groups (typically 1–4 participants) to ensure individual attention and flexibility. For larger groups please contact me to discuss.
Locations: The Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
Format: Mix of guided field sessions, on‑location tuition, critique and image review. Evening or classroom time included where useful for editing, workflow and post‑processing guidance.g
What’s included
Expert tuition by Ian Herd with years of field and photographic experience.
Site selection and local logistics planning.
On‑site guidance in camera technique, approach, composition and wildlife ethics.
Group image review sessions. For multi‑day workshops, post‑processing demonstrations and workflow tips.
Pre‑workshop briefing with advice on kit, clothing and expected subjects.
Below you will find an overview of the services I offer, which are available throughout the year, with a particular emphasis on seasonal highlights. Depending on the season, we’ll focus on a number of species, some of which, are listed below, Certain species are also available throughout the year.
Booking and customisation
Workshops are bespoke and can be tailored to specific species, techniques or learning outcomes. Specialist requests (e.g. hide use, night photography) can be arranged where local conditions allow.
Dates are arranged to match seasonal wildlife activity; Ian will advise the best time for your chosen subject.
Contact to check availability, discuss objectives and confirm logistics. Group bookings available for friends, clubs or organisations.
Ethics and conservation
Ian promotes responsible wildlife photography: minimise disturbance, follow local guidelines, and prioritise animal welfare. Instruction includes ethical field practices and how to make images without compromising habitats or behaviour.
If you would like to discuss dates, objectives or receive a sample itinerary for a 1, 2 and 3 day workshop, please get in touch with details of your experience level and photographic goals.