10 Tips for Dynamic Waterfowl Photos

This article seemed appropriate to read before we go to a park with birds!

https://www.popphoto.com/how-to/2008/12/10-tips-dynamic-waterfowl-photos/

It covers 10 basic tips to get better pictures of waterfowl.
1 - Go out Often. The best times are in the late fall through early summer.
2 - Go out about an hour before the prime times to let the birds get used to seeing you. They are usually most active from sunrise to mid morning and mid afternoon through sunset.
3 - Pay attention to the light. A slight change can either enhance or take away from your photo.
4 - Pay attention to the way the birds move. If you watch you will be able to anticipate their movements.
5 - Calm days are best for waterfowl photography.
6 - Backlight can give you great silhouettes. Look for ripples or texture to make the shot more interesting.
7 - Fast shutter speeds are your friend.
8 - Get your exposure correctly. Some dark birds may require some exposure compensation.
9 - Predict your focus and have it in place early. Focus on head and neck usually.
10 - Give the birds space to move on the frame.

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