Wildlife photography with camera traps

In this workshop, you will learn how to use camera traps to photograph shy wild animals without causing any disturbance. We will focus intensively on technique, lighting and animal behavior – practical, well-founded and with plenty of room for your own experiments. Perfect for anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the fascinating world of photography with camera traps.

Trip Enquiry
Trip code WT-CODE 1740
Zielgruppe : Fortgeschrittene, Profis Schwerpunkt : Technik, Tierfotografie Mindestteilnehmer : 3
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Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of camera trap photography! This hands-on nature photography workshop teaches you how to capture the hidden moments of wildlife with camera traps - from the basics to the perfect shot. My wildlife photography workshop is perfect for nature photographers, explorers and nature lovers who want to expand their skills in wildlife photography and outdoor photography.

What you can expect:

  • Understanding and making the most of photographic technology:

    • Various photo trap models and their differences (DSLR photo traps, infrared, white light, black flash)

    • Housing construction and weather protection for your photographic equipment

    • Selecting the right sensors

    • Use of flash

    • Camera settings such as shutter speed, aperture selection and ISO for perfect shots

    • Dealing with shutter delays and frame rates for dynamic scenes

  • Energy and storage management:

    • Practical tips for long off-road standing times

    • Choosing the right batteries for your camera technology

  • Site selection and camouflage:

    • Track reading and recognizing animal tracks for a successful search for subjects

    • Micro-locations for perfect image composition and interesting animal motifs

    • Camouflage housing and self-built constructions for demanding conditions

    • Different types of mounting (tripods, trees, ground mounting) for optimal photo location

This workshop will take place on 25.10.2025 near Munich if there are more than three participants. We value small workshop groups for an intensive nature experience and individual coaching. Further information is available by email.

We split the day up so that we can answer all your questions about camera trap photography in detail.

Itineraries

Morning

Technical introduction

In the morning we start with a technical introduction to wildlife photography: what is a photo trap, how does it work and what options are available on the market? We will discuss basic camera settings and photography techniques for optimal results.

Noon

Lunch

We will take a lunch break together, during which we will of course talk about our experiences in outdoor photography.

Afternoon

Site selection and setup

Where do I set up the camera? How do I find the right, photographically interesting place? How do animals react to the photo traps? We discuss all of this in the afternoon and bring the day to a close. We provide practical tips on finding the right subject and composition for impressive nature shots.

  • Snacks and drinks
  • Practical workshops in the field
  • Image analysis and individual feedback
  • Personal equipment (clothing, tripods, memory cards)
  • Insurance
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No, we are going to take a very basic look at settings on an example camera.

No, just a good mood!

This nature photography workshop is primarily aimed at advanced and professional photographers who want to improve their skills in camera trap photography. For beginners, I recommend my basic photography courses.