Bird Photography Techniques with Moses Sparks - Pasadena

Schedule

Sat Jan 18 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:30 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Samy's Camera Pasadena | Pasadena, CA

Advertisement
Learn optimal techniques to better enhance your bird photography with Moses Sparks.
About this Event

Bird Photography is a way for virtually any nature photo enthusiast to pursue their passion, maybe even in your backyard.

Birds can be challenging subjects, particularly when you are trying to capture them in flight. During this class, you will learn optimal flash techniques to enhance your bird photography and increase your knowledge of photography.

Moses will discuss camera settings, lenses, and useful accessories to enhance your pictures. Including flash mounts, modifiers, and light stands.

Moses Sparks has photographed birds across the globe, in locations as far-flung as Costa Rica, Canada, Africa, and Brazil. He has captured the images of some of the world's rarest and most elusive species.

This will be a fun and interactive class with plenty of opportunities for questions and answers.


Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos
Event Photos

About Moses Sparks:

I have been fortunate enough to be an established and in-demand professional photographer in Los Angeles for more than 20 years. Clients include most of the Motion Picture and TV studios, major magazines, and a “who’s who” of Fortune 500 companies.

March of 2020 would see all of that work come to a screeching halt as the global pandemic brought the world to a standstill. I am a high energy person who suddenly had a lot of downtime to fill. A chance encounter with a friend during this time would prove to be a turning point in my life and career. My friend owned a super telephoto zoom lens that worked with my Sony cameras and he offered to loan it to me to bring along on the daily hikes I had begun doing.

I had never photographed wildlife before, but I quickly made two discoveries about it: I enjoyed it immensely, and thanks to decades of working behind a camera I was pretty good at it.

I began to venture farther and farther afield in search of new locations and new animals. Shooting a subject like birds in flight (arguably one of the most difficult subjects you can tackle with a camera) required me to learn new skills and invest in more advanced equipment to achieve the results I wanted. The learning curve has been steep to say the least, but it has brought me much joy and satisfaction along the way.

As I shared the images on social media sites, I was surprised by the way they seemed to resonate with people, and the overwhelming encouragement and positive feedback I received. Opportunities began to appear in unexpected ways. A project team that included members of the National Park Service approached me about participating in an effort to photograph some of Hawaii’s most endangered birds, the goal being to raise awareness of their plight, and funds to help save them. It was an amazing adventure and one of the most rewarding experiences of my life.

It’s been quite a journey, and I feel like it has just begun. If someone had told me 2 years ago I would be spending my days tracking animals through the rainforest instead pf photographing celebrities and CEO’s I would not have believed it…but here we are!


Event Photos

By registering for this workshop, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions. Click here to view our Terms and Conditions.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation or refund requests must be made via email 7 days prior to the course.

Advertisement

Where is it happening?

Samy's Camera Pasadena, 1759 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 42.55

Samys Photo School Pasadena

Host or Publisher Samys Photo School Pasadena

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Pasadena

Photographing the Gardens at the Huntington Library with Art Ramirez
Sat Jan 25 2025 at 11:00 am Photographing the Gardens at the Huntington Library with Art Ramirez

Samy's Photo School Pasadena

WORKSHOPS ART
Pasadena Symphony - Mozart "Jupiter" Symphony
Sat Jan 25 2025 at 02:00 pm Pasadena Symphony - Mozart "Jupiter" Symphony

131 S St John Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, United States

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Pasadena Playhouse Presents Anything Goes In Concert
Sat Jan 25 2025 Pasadena Playhouse Presents Anything Goes In Concert

The Pasadena Civic

THEATRE
Jane Austen Evening 2025
Sat Jan 25 2025 at 04:00 pm Jane Austen Evening 2025

Pasadena Masonic Temple

Social Dance Party
Fri Sep 14 2018 at 08:30 pm Social Dance Party

Dance Street Studio

ENTERTAINMENT PARTIES
Weekend Workshops at Arlington Garden
Sun Feb 28 2021 at 09:00 am Weekend Workshops at Arlington Garden

Arlington Garden in Pasadena

WORKSHOPS VOLUNTEERING
In-Person Dance Classes - Pasadena
Sun Sep 12 2021 at 09:30 am In-Person Dance Classes - Pasadena

121 Waverly Dr

WORKSHOPS HEALTH-WELLNESS
It's Your Turn: Starting Your Own Business After Corporate - Pasadena
Tue Aug 09 2022 at 09:00 am It's Your Turn: Starting Your Own Business After Corporate - Pasadena

Pasadena

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Intuitive Dance Meditation
Sun Mar 05 2023 at 12:00 pm Intuitive Dance Meditation

McDonald Park (Pasadena)

HEALTH-WELLNESS MEDITATION
Heart Centered Business Creation for Wellness Practitioners & Coaches
Thu Sep 28 2023 at 09:00 am Heart Centered Business Creation for Wellness Practitioners & Coaches

Pasadena

HEALTH-WELLNESS WORKSHOPS
Discover Your Path To Healing With Our Grief Recovery Roadmap
Wed Oct 18 2023 at 03:30 pm Discover Your Path To Healing With Our Grief Recovery Roadmap

Pasadena

WORKSHOPS
Learn to Launch: A MasterClass for Entrepreneurs - Pasadena
Wed Oct 25 2023 at 11:00 am Learn to Launch: A MasterClass for Entrepreneurs - Pasadena

Virtual via Zoom

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Are overwhelmed by your STUFF ? There is HOPE! FREE CONSULT
Wed Nov 29 2023 at 06:30 pm Are overwhelmed by your STUFF ? There is HOPE! FREE CONSULT

Pasadena, CA

WORKSHOPS NONPROFIT
A Midweek Mini Retreat to get Unstuck (Pasadena)
Tue Jan 09 2024 at 09:00 am A Midweek Mini Retreat to get Unstuck (Pasadena)

Pasadena

WORKSHOPS ART
Connect & Prosper: Pasadena Business Networking Luncheon
Tue Jan 16 2024 at 11:30 am Connect & Prosper: Pasadena Business Networking Luncheon

3333 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA, USA

BUSINESS WORKSHOPS
Pursuing Peace & Purpose for Empaths & Highly Sensitives - Pasadena, CA
Mon Jan 22 2024 at 05:00 pm Pursuing Peace & Purpose for Empaths & Highly Sensitives - Pasadena, CA

Pasadena

WORKSHOPS
EMBODY -- a movement & dance class where cardio meets contemporary
Thu Mar 07 2024 at 05:30 pm EMBODY -- a movement & dance class where cardio meets contemporary

121 Waverly Dr

WORKSHOPS DANCE
The Conquer Your Sexy Embodiment Experience
Fri Mar 08 2024 at 08:00 pm The Conquer Your Sexy Embodiment Experience

Athletic Garage Dance Center

ENTERTAINMENT DANCE
Weekly Heartfulness Meditation Workshop
Tue Apr 09 2024 at 07:00 pm Weekly Heartfulness Meditation Workshop

150 N El Molino Ave

MEDITATION HEALTH-WELLNESS

What's Happening Next in Pasadena?

Discover Pasadena Events