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Birds of Prey Photography
near Abingdon, OxfordshireREF: BOPPIC
- Photograph birds of prey in Abingdon
- Enjoy unrivalled access to the raptors
- Staff assist with birds so you get the shots
- Snap birds in flight, hunting mode & portraits
What's Included
• Opportunity to photograph a wide variety of birds of prey
• Static shots as well as more challenging flying shots
• The birds are highly trained enabling guests to get up close for highly detailed shots
• Experienced staff on hand to assist you get perfect pictures
• Numerous settings including Birds in flight, taking of and landing, striking dummy prey and flying close over water
• The format and itinerary are subject to change and are dependent on weather conditions
What Can I Expect
That incredible wingspan in full flight, those ferocious claws - this is the beauty of birds of prey photography! These very special wildlife photography days take place at a farm centre near Abingdon in Oxfordshire.
Home to over 90 different birds of prey, these experiences give you access to photograph these magnificent creatures all day long. The venue is run as a conservation and education centre and you get to see and be behind the scenes.
You’ll appreciate just how well trained these raptors are - they don't even flinch when faced with the long lens of an enthusiastic photographer. In fact, they rather like being the centre of attention and love nothing better than to puff up their chests - and pose!
Indeed, the birds are incredibly photogenic. A macro shot of the steely blue eyes of an Eagle Owl, an evocative frame of a Falcon flying over water with its own reflection, or even capturing that split second moment the wings of a Hawk flap before take off. This is the stuff of wildlife photography dreams.
The skilled staff are on hand to assist with the birds to help you get the very best opportunities to photograph. For example, they're very adept at hiding the Jesses from view (saving you a photoshop job afterwards!).
From simple but very effective portrait shots of birds on their perches, to snapping the raptor in full hunting mode, or atmospheric in-flight images, the falconry team is on hand to make it happen. That leaves you to concentrate fully on your camera set up and getting yourself into position.
As part of your birds of photography experience, you will also be invited to attend the regular flying demonstration on the day. You'll have access to all areas (as long as you're not blocking spectators' views) and will be able to move around inside the arena too.
Availability
• Sessions generally start at 9am finishing around 3pm
Location
Suitable For
• Suitable outdoor clothing should be worn with sensible footwear
• Spectators are welcome to visit the centre during normal opening times (10am onwards), subject to the usual entry fee
• They will be able to see the participant at various times but are not permitted to accompany them for the session
Spectators
• They will be able to see the participant at various times but are not permitted to accompany them for the session
Anything Else
• The Farm Centre boasts a local produce shop, zoo, play area, garden centre, craft gallery, pick your own and restaurants on site
• Please note that no photography tuition is provided on this day
