Big Moose Photography workshops

Mark Picard, a self taught wildlife and nature photographer, has been capturing images for over 30 years - specializing in his exquisite work on Moose. He has been conducting workshops in the North Woods of Maine for 5 years and photographing the area for over 30. He is noted for his creativity in the field; not only in composition and lighting, but also in his use of equipment, blinds, and knowledge of animal behavior.His images have appeared in numerous national and international publications, books, and calendars, including AUDUBON, SIERRA CLUB, ANIMALS, CANADIAN WILDLIFE FEDERATION, MAINE SCENE, NATURE CONSERVANCY, BIRDER 'S WORLD , DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE, WILD BIRD , BIRD WATCHER'S DIGEST, SCHOLASTIC, NORTHERN WOODLANDS, ONTARIO OUT OF DOORS, CHASE AND PECHE, WILDLIFE CONSERVATION, TIDE- MARK PRESS, RANGER RICK, YANKEE and others.

Mark also presents educational programs and slide shows to many schools, camera clubs, and nature organizations and leads local photo workshops as well. A member of the Fuji Pro Talent Team, he is well versed in both film and digital formats, including post production digital workflow and Photoshop. He also has led the Nikon sponsored L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery School Moose Photography Getaway.

BIG MOOSE PHOTOGRAPHY GETAWAY WEEKENDS - JUNE, SEPTEMBER, AND OCTOBER ‘09
Join us for an exciting, and comprehensive three day weekend photo workshop/tour in and around northern Maine’s Baxter State Park region. During peak viewing each weekend, we will travel to one of Maine’s most abundant Moose habitats, where you will learn how to photograph these magnificent creatures. Moose country is wild and beautiful, providing photographers with a variety of subjects including other wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Professional wildlife photographer Mark Picard will teach you all the techniques and tricks you’ll need to know to capture it all on memory cards or film. All aspects of outdoor photography will be discussed in detail, including lighting, composition, animal behavior, proper digital and film camera operations, and more. Rise before sun up each morning to capture moose feeding in the day’s most glorious light! The course runs from 4:00 PM on Friday and continues through to Sunday at noon.
*Package Price: $795. per person
*Package price includes two nights lodging at The Big Moose Inn www.bigmoosecabins.com http://www.bigmoosecabins.com/

Included in the fee are: breakfasts, snacks and bottled water, two picnic style lunches, two 4 star dinners at the Inn, expert photography instruction, transportation to and from locations during the weekend, lectures, and handout materials.

To register for the workshop or more information, please contact Mark at: http://www.markpicard.com/, mark@markpicard.com mark@markpicard.com or 413-268-7434

ONE ON ONE PHOTO/WORKSHOPS - JUNE, SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER ‘09
Join Mark Picard on an exclusive day long photo workshop/tour in the Mt. Katahdin – Baxter State Park region of northern Maine, designed to offer the participants an in depth learning experience to maximize their photographic skills and proficiency. All aspects of nature and wildlife photography will be covered including proper composition, lighting, equipment, lens selection, animal behavior, special techniques and more, while utilizing Mark ’ s 30 years of experience photographing in this breathtakingly beautiful area. Each participant’s individual photographic needs will be addressed to insure the best instruction possible. Moose photography, or any wildlife photography for that matter, is often at times, fast moving (commonly referred to as “seat of the pants”), so intangible, but equally important aspects such as anticipation of subject movement and behavioral patterns are also taught. Mark is well versed in either digital or film camera formats and both are welcome. With the advent of digital technology, these workshops offer the most “ bang for the buck ” by allowing the instructor to critique and assess the participant ’ s images in real time while actually out in the field. Post production, workflow and PhotoShop after the image has been captured are all also covered.

*Fee: $395. per person/per day (3day max.)
*Meals and lodging not included. To register for the workshop or more information, please contact Mark at: http://www.markpicard.com/ mark@markpicard.com or 413-268-7434