I thought it may be good to read this :
This is an article written on this BLOG http://besgroup.talfrynature.com/2009/02/15/some-thoughts-on-bird-photographers/
I do encourage nature photographers to read it. It a good article written without any hidden agenda but an honest observation.
As more and more photgraphers here and in Singapore becomes interested in bird photgraphy it is inevitable and becoming common to have big groups of photogs congregating to photograph a single small subject, (just like runway and event shoots in Shopping Centres). This in my opinion is not a bad thing, as more ppl are becoming aware of the nature in Singapore. And I do hope and will not be surprise if any of member/s here will join the ranks of photog in NG or even win the BBC Wild Life Competition in time to come, doing us proud.
However, we in Clubsnap World of Nautre Forum do have the moral responsibility to help to point to the correct direction and mentor our newer (not necessary younger)photog on the ethics of nature photography as well as setting a good example for newer photog to follow.
Sorry for being long winded, let me quote a recent email conversation between some nature photographers:
"Dear nature friends,
I have question to ask? In your capacity as a professional or highly experienced nature photographer, may I ask your opinion on what are the necessary ingredients to become a good nature photographer if one aspired to become?
This question was asked by an overseas friend of mine who came to Singapore to work recently and she hope to become a good nature photographer after getting her DSLR and some basic kit lens. I may not have the experience as much as you have, therefore your input will be of great help to her. "
The first answer (also the best and a truely good answer):
"I think besides a good master of your photographic gears, the most important trait is a good understanding & respect of your nature subjects. Spend more time observing & documenting them. Once you know their behaviour & habitat well, getting good pictures comes naturally.
Having said that, I also noted that most well respected nature photographers have this common attitude: no good nature pictures should come at the expense of the subject. "
Finally to all here, Please keep up the good work and posting here. Let your images inspire and create awareness of nature in this land scarce island of ours.
Cheers
This is an article written on this BLOG http://besgroup.talfrynature.com/2009/02/15/some-thoughts-on-bird-photographers/
I do encourage nature photographers to read it. It a good article written without any hidden agenda but an honest observation.
As more and more photgraphers here and in Singapore becomes interested in bird photgraphy it is inevitable and becoming common to have big groups of photogs congregating to photograph a single small subject, (just like runway and event shoots in Shopping Centres). This in my opinion is not a bad thing, as more ppl are becoming aware of the nature in Singapore. And I do hope and will not be surprise if any of member/s here will join the ranks of photog in NG or even win the BBC Wild Life Competition in time to come, doing us proud.
However, we in Clubsnap World of Nautre Forum do have the moral responsibility to help to point to the correct direction and mentor our newer (not necessary younger)photog on the ethics of nature photography as well as setting a good example for newer photog to follow.
Sorry for being long winded, let me quote a recent email conversation between some nature photographers:
"Dear nature friends,
I have question to ask? In your capacity as a professional or highly experienced nature photographer, may I ask your opinion on what are the necessary ingredients to become a good nature photographer if one aspired to become?
This question was asked by an overseas friend of mine who came to Singapore to work recently and she hope to become a good nature photographer after getting her DSLR and some basic kit lens. I may not have the experience as much as you have, therefore your input will be of great help to her. "
The first answer (also the best and a truely good answer):
"I think besides a good master of your photographic gears, the most important trait is a good understanding & respect of your nature subjects. Spend more time observing & documenting them. Once you know their behaviour & habitat well, getting good pictures comes naturally.
Having said that, I also noted that most well respected nature photographers have this common attitude: no good nature pictures should come at the expense of the subject. "
Finally to all here, Please keep up the good work and posting here. Let your images inspire and create awareness of nature in this land scarce island of ours.
Cheers
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