This class is taught online only. RMSP uses Zoom for online education. We limit enrollment in online courses to ensure there is time for students to ask questions. Time will not be spent learning Zoom in class so we recommend familiarizing yourself with the platform prior to starting class. Click here to download the Zoom app on your computer. A Meeting ID number and password will be emailed to all registered students before the first class session. If you have not received login instructions 24 hours before the first class session, please email online@rmsp.com.

Class sessions are live and are not recorded for later viewing. Please click "Schedule" for specific dates and times.

Birds are some of the most appealing creatures to photograph, but they can also be some of the trickiest. Many of them are tiny, they move quickly, and their behavior can seem almost unpredictable. In this class, you’ll learn basic observational and photographic strategies to help you get the most from your time in the field or in your backyard.

• Where to look for birds
• How to observe more carefully
• How to decode bird behavior
• Identification skills
• Tips and tricks for identifying new species

• Cameras and lenses that are best for bird photography
• Photographing birds that are stationary and in flight
• Tripods – how to use, when they’re needed and when they’re not
• Different ways of exposing

You’ll also have a chance to put what you learn into practice and get feedback on your work; the final session is primarily critique of student-submitted images.

You should come to this class with a basic understanding of exposure. If you’re still shooting on Auto or simply want a great refresher, check out our YouTube video Photography Basics: Part I – Understanding Exposure.