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Macro Photography | Tips for Wildlife
Macro Photography | Tips for Wildlife
by BCJ Staff
A macro approach can produce fantastic images of small creatures and wildlife. It does require some special gear and techniques though.
In this video, Ben Blankenship covers what gear you need and the techniques he’s used to capture amazing macro images for years. Ben is an expert on all things Costa Rica and has an incredible portfolio of macro wildlife work from the region.
Let us know if you enjoyed the video and we hope you try your hand at some macro photography in the future.
In this video, Ben Blankenship covers what gear you need and the techniques he’s used to capture amazing macro images for years. Ben is an expert on all things Costa Rica and has an incredible portfolio of macro wildlife work from the region.
Let us know if you enjoyed the video and we hope you try your hand at some macro photography in the future.
- Video by Ben Blankenship
- Produced by Matt Meisenheimer
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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
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"Backcountry Journeys offers guests the unique opportunity to explore our natural world from behind their own lens. We run a selection of hand-crafted Photo Tours, Workshops & Safaris connecting passionate people to exceptional experiences. Locations worldwide.
All Images & Content are property of Backcountry Journeys Photography Tours, Workshops & Safaris LLC - Copyright 2024
TRIP CATALOG
Download our Trip Catalog for detailed information on our many destinations for photography tours, workshops, and safaris.