Personalized, one-on-one, in-field instruction for photographers who want to consistently find, understand, and ethically photograph wildlife.

Based in Connecticut | Sessions are limited and tailored to your goals

Wildlife Photography Training and Workshops

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Take Your Wildlife Photography to the Next Level

Move beyond chance encounters and start photographing wildlife with intention.

These private guided sessions are designed to help you:

  • Find wildlife more consistently

  • Understand behavior and habitat

  • Make confident camera and field decisions in real conditions

This is hands-on instruction using your gear, your goals, and real wildlife situations.

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What You’ll Learn

Each session is customized, but topics often include:

  • Identifying habitats and understanding species behavior

  • Camera settings, composition, and field techniques

  • Ethical approaches that respect wildlife and their environment

  • Bird and mammal photography strategies

  • Proven methods for building a repeatable, in-field workflow

Start Your Wildlife Photography Journey
A Barred Owl perched in a tree looking up and away from photographer. Taken on the OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark ii with the 150-400mm f/4.5 lens.

Why Learn With Me?

I bring together wildlife science and real-world photography experience.

  • Degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences (Oregon State University)

  • Former forest ranger in Connecticut

  • Over a decade exploring and photographing wildlife in the Northeast

  • Strong focus on conservation and ethical photography

Train with a Wildlife Photographer & Biologist

What Past Clients are Saying

We had such an amazing time and learned so much. Todd is a great teacher and a great naturalist. Thanks to Todd, our photography has dramatically improved, and we learned more in one afternoon than I would have reasonably thought possible
We highly recommend Todd DeWald as a personal guide for your wildlife photography. Todd is knowledgeable about nature photography and wants to share his knowledge in a partnership style. He is professional about the contract, coordinating, and mann
I recently had a guided session with Todd. What an awesome experience. Todd is well versed in wildlife and their habitat. Not to mention he has a deep respect for the environment. it was so great to learn along the way, while capturing images of a
It was like stepping into one of Todd’s wonderful videos.  A peaceful walk along the waterways and through the woods and fields of the Connecticut River valley.  I learned so much about the habitats we passed through and the birds that live there.  T

Session Options & Pricing

All sessions are private and include pre-session planning.

Half-Day Private Guiding

Starting at $450

Includes:

  • 4–6 hours in the field (season-dependent)

  • Initial consultation call

  • Pre-session planning based on your goals, gear, and target species

  • One-on-one instruction throughout the session

Full-Day Immersive Guiding

Starting at $900

Includes:

  • 8–10 hours in the field (dawn to dusk with a midday break)

  • Initial consultation call

  • In-depth pre-session planning

  • Extended time across multiple lighting conditions

  • Deeper refinement of technique and field strategy

Pricing may increase for extended travel or custom session requests. Travel beyond 30 minutes from my location may include a mileage fee, discussed during planning.

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A Belted Kingfisher perched on a log over a pond. Photographed with OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark ii and 150-400mm f/4.5 lens.
Photographer Todd DeWald is holding Om SYSTEM Om-1 Mark ii among purple flowers and grasses attempting to photograph birds and other wildlife.

What Makes These Sessions Unique?

  • One-on-one instruction designed entirely around you

  • Field-tested wildlife location strategies

  • Ethical practices rooted in conservation

  • A balance of scientific knowledge and artistic technique

  • Practical guidance you can apply immediately

How It Works

  1. Submit your inquiry form

  2. I’ll follow up to learn about your goals, gear, and species of interest

  3. We schedule a planning call to customize your session

  4. A contract is drafted for clarity and peace of mind

  5. Prior to your session, I provide weather updates and location details

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Join Me in the Field

Don’t just take pictures—learn how to find and connect with wildlife through photography. Whether you’re new to bird photography, want to expand your portfolio, or are looking for expert guidance in the field, these sessions will help you grow as both a photographer and a naturalist.

Book Your Connecticut Wildlife Photography Workshop Today

FAQs

  • The topics of the sessions are tailored to your goals and interests. We willl discuss your goals and learning objectives during the planning stages to make the sessions effective for your needs.

    Topics can include but are not limited to, camera settings, shooting techniques, habitat lessons, species specific sessions, and more.

  • Half day sessions go from either sunrise to midday or midday to sunset. Depending on the season this can be anywhere from 4 hours to a max of 6 hours.

  • Full days range from dawn to dusk with a break midday for lunch. In these sessions the day is yours and we can spend it as you desire to meet your goals and interests. Depending on the season, this can be 8-10 hours.

  • Transportation can be included for an additional fee to cover mileage. This can be discussed in the planning stages of the session.

  • There will be an added travel fee for any locations greater than a half hour away from my location. This fee is typically small and will be discussed during the location planning phase so there are no surprises.

  • While there is no minimum required gear, it is beneficial to have a lens that is at least 300mm. The type and brand of camera does not matter. I will go over gear with you on the initial phone call so I can learn how you can best use the gear that you have available.