Weldon Lee has incorporated a lifetime of working with, and photographing wildlife, and condensed it into an intensive all-day, indoor seminar. Photographers of all skill levels and imaging formats will learn techniques that will elevate their photographic skills and place them on the road to producing winning images on a consistent basis.

8:30 - 9:00 a.m. – Registration

9:00 – 12:00 p.m.

The Moment of Discovery - This segment will cover what to do in the field when everything — lighting, subject, and background — comes together.

In Search of the Winning Image - During this segment, participants will learn the biggest stumbling block that prevents many photographers from producing a winning image, along with the different techniques that Weldon employs in overcoming it. Also covered, are the various elements important to transforming an ordinary photograph into a winning image.

Jump-Starting the Creative Process - There are only a limited number of ways to photograph a polar bear or snow goose. Right?
        Wrong! That kind of thinking is the biggest obstruction that keeps many photographers from expanding their creativity and producing new and exciting images. This segment will cover techniques that Weldon has used to jump-start the creative process.

All Things Magical - Becoming One with Nature - Have you ever viewed an image that left you at a loss for words? One so beautiful that when you first viewed it, it caused you to say to yourself “Oh...my...gosh?”
       Sure you have. Unfortunately, we often fall short in our attempts at producing such an image. Before a photographer can make an image that moves one’s spirit, the photographer’s spirit must first be moved.
       During this segment, Weldon will reveal what he has learned about this missing ingredient and the steps necessary to begin your own journey - a journey that will not only improve your wildlife photography, but change your life.

12:00-1:30 p.m.: Break for Lunch

1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

ABCs of Bird Photography - During this segment, Weldon discusses a strategy that he developed when faced with the task of producing images for his first book. During this program, the audience will learn the how, when and where of photographing birds.

The Magic of the Digital Darkroon - According to Ansel Adams, “The negative is the equivalent of the composer's score, and the print the performance.”  Participants will learn the digital equivalent of the darkroom techniques that Adams used to make his classic landscape images.

The Power of Photography - A carefully chosen photograph can stir the emotions and change the way society views an issue. During this session, Weldon will show you how to create a visually-based campaign that can make a difference in protecting our wild brothers and sisters.

Believe In Magic - Magic! The elusive element that’s capable of causing one’s images to stand out from the crowd. Learn about it and where to find it during this segment.

There’s More!
Every participant will receive a complete set of seminar handouts for review at a later time. In addition, everyone is invited to tape record the entire session.