Personalized, hands-on workshops for photographers who want to find, understand, and ethically capture wildlife.

Wildlife Photography Training and Workshops

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Take Your Wildlife Photography to the Next Level

Are you ready to move beyond chance encounters and start consistently finding and photographing wildlife? My in-person wildlife photography workshops give you:

  • One-on-one training in the field

  • Hands-on experience with your own gear

  • Proven techniques to locate and photograph wildlife in their natural habitats

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What You’ll Learn

  • How to identify habitats and species behavior for better success

  • Camera settings, composition, and field techniques

  • How to approach and photograph wildlife ethically

  • Tips for bird photography, mammal photography, and seasonal wildlife opportunities

  • My proven strategies for building a consistent photography workflow in the field

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 combine wildlife science expertise with years of photography experience.

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

  • Background as a forest ranger in Connecticut

  • Over a decade exploring and photographing wildlife in the Northeast

  • Passion for conservation and ethical wildlife photography

Train with a Wildlife Photographer & Biologist

Testimonials

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

Pricing & Packages

Choose the session that works best for you:

  • Half-Day Workshop – $250

  • Full-Day Workshop – $500

✔️ Custom-tailored to your goals
✔️ Includes pre-session planning call
✔️ Weather and location updates provided

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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 guidance designed around your needs

  • Field-tested strategies for locating wildlife

  • Ethical practices that respect animals and habitats

  • A balance of scientific knowledge + artistic photography skills

  • Practical tips you can apply immediately to your photography journey

Join and Ethical Wildlife Photography Workshop

How It Works

  1. Submit your inquiry form

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

  3. We’ll schedule a planning call to customize your workshop

  4. A contract is drafted for your peace of mind

  5. Before your session, I’ll 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.

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FAQs

  • The topics of the sessions are tailored to your goals and interests. Once you submit your interest in a session, we will discuss your goals and learning objectives to make the sessions effective of you.

    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 expense for any traveling that I need to do that is further than a half hour from my location. This expense helps to cover the cost of fuel for traveling. This fee is typically small and will be discussed during the location planning phase.

  • 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.