Question 1

Where Do I meet for this event?

Accepted Answer

You meet at Argaty Red Kites at Doune in the main car park

Question 2

Can you provide transport?

Accepted Answer

I can provide pick up from anywhere around the Glasgow Area for an additional charge. Transport between Argaty Red Kites and Callendar is not included but again can be arranged at an additional cost

Question 3

What will be covered on the workshop?

Accepted Answer

Understanding Exposure
Focus Modes
White Balance
Composition
Exposure Compensation
Shooting in Raw
Understanding Animal Behaviour
Capturing Action shots
Photographing Birds in Flight.

Question 4

What equipment do I need?

Accepted Answer

A DSLR Camera or Mirrorless Camera. Any make or model is fine. 70-300mm is ideal for the Osprey hide. 300-600mm is ideal for the Red Kites.

Question 5

Do you have any other dates available?

Accepted Answer

Check my website www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk for details

Question 6

What do I need to wear?

Accepted Answer

Wear something warm as it can be quite cold sat in the hide for a period of time.

Question 7

Do you do workshops at any other locations?

Accepted Answer

Check my website www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk for details or email me paul@mcdougallphotographic.couk

Question 8

Will you cover any additional specific requests on the workshop?

Accepted Answer

If there is time and appropriate for the group we can cover other things. However a private workshop may be of more benefit if there are a lot of additions you would like covered.

Question 9

Is lunch or dinner provided?

Accepted Answer

No meals are provided. Please bring a packed lunch or be prepared to buy something between Argaty and Callendar

Question 10

Is the cost of the hides included in the booking?

Accepted Answer

Yes the cost of both hides is included in the price of the booking.

Question 11

Will we definitely see Kites and Ospreys?

Accepted Answer

You have  an excellent chance of seeing and photographing both species but nothing is guaranteed as they are wild birds.

Red Kite and Osprey Wildlife Photography Workshop