Wild Eye: Wildlife In Motion

Unlock the secrets to freezing captivating moments of movement and energy in your nature and wildlife
photography. In this dynamic presentation, Gerry van der Walt will share his expertise in capturing the raw power, grace, and spontaneity of the natural world, drawing on his extensive experience leading expeditions and photographing wildlife around the globe.

The presentation will be held IN-PERSON at Chicago Photography Classes (Chicago Campus) located at 4001 N Ravenswood Ave. Unit #105.  The presentation will also be Live-Streamed for those outside of the Chicago Area.

Delve into the technical and creative techniques required to immortalize fleeting moments, from animals in flight to heart-pounding hunting sequences and playful antics.

Through a stunning showcase of Gerry’s images, you’ll learn how to use fast shutter speeds, panning methods, and anticipation of animal behavior to transform your wildlife photography into a celebration of the dynamic nature of the creatures we share this planet with.

• Master the use of fast shutter speeds, panning techniques, and anticipation of animal behavior to freeze captivating moments of movement and energy.
• Explore innovative approaches for immortalizing the raw power, grace, and spontaneity of nature’s creatures in flight, hunting, or play.
• Discover how to transform your wildlife photography into a celebration of the dynamic, ever-changing world of the natural environment.
• Gain insights into the technical and creative considerations required to capture the beauty and significance of wildlife in motion.
• Learn how to use your camera settings and shooting techniques to conveyed a sense of speed, action, and drama in your images.
• Understand the importance of understanding animal behavior and movement patterns to predict and capture fleeting, once-in-a-lifetime moments.
• Develop a keen eye for anticipating and responding to the unpredictable nature of wildlife in order to create compelling, dynamic images.

Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, Gerry will inspire you to see the world through a new lens and equip you with the skills to capture the beauty and significance of wildlife in motion.