Best wildlife and nature photography courses

By Carys Matthews

Published: Monday, 28 November 2022 at 12:00 am

If you love all the beautiful photography that features in the print magazine, why not improve your wildlife and nature photography skills and learn from an expert with our pick of the best photography courses across the UK.

Taking great photographs of wildlife can require a lot of patience as many animals, such as hedgehog, pine marten and deer are wary of humans so you may have to spend time patiently waiting to spot. While many incredible wildlife moments are pure luck, there are tricks and tips you can follow to help make sure you capture a Countryfile Calendar worthy image.

You don’t even need to buy an expensive camera as most phone cameras now take good quality images, and most of us usually carry our phones whenever we’re out and about so you might find yourself capturing a beautiful sunset or starling murmuration by chance. Find some of the UK’s best locations for wildlife photography for inspiration. Of course, some of the most delightful wildlife experiences can be found closer to home with many urban areas providing wonderful encounters.

Photographers on Safari, various locations

Playful puffins are a delight to see and there’s nowhere better to see them than the rugged Farne Islands, Northumberland. Up to 70,000 puffins nest here in the summer – snap these charming birds up close with a Photographers on Safari workshop. Other workshops include birds of prey photography and British wildlife in various locations across the UK. photographersonsafari.com