Nature Photography Day

Nature Photography Day is June 15th

Celebrate Nature Photography Day on June 15 and show off all of your favorite nature shots! Whether your own photos or someone else's who you admire, today is the day to share the beauty of nature. 

Nature photography is the art of taking picture of plants, animals and all things in our natural environment. 

10 tips for capturing wildlife in nature

1. Be Patient

2. Use the Right Equipment

3. Get Close (but don't put yourself in danger)

4. Use a Telephoto Lens

5. Take Your Time

6. Stay Safe and Legal

7. Use camouflage and Concealment

8. Shoot in the Early Morning or Late Evening

9. Use a Tripod

10. Shoot in RAW

Experiment and Have Fun!

How to Celebrate Nature Photography Day

• Get outdoors to a park or even in your own back yard and take pictures 
• Try to capture a bird, a lizard, or other critter. 
• Can you capture a moment of the wind blowing the leaves on the tree?
• Try you skills on insects
• Celebrate with a friend and see who can get the best shots of the day
• Host a photo contest on your social media and vote for the best shot
• Share a photo from a vacation you took or a park you visited

Taking pictures in nature makes you pay attention to details of the natural world. It is a great way to spend the day with friends and family capturing and sharing the love of nature.