Winter owl photography was near the top of my bucket list. My research kept ending up with one name, Christopher Dodds. I had participated in nine previous field instructional photo tours throughout the USA, Canada, Japan and the Falklands with six different professional photographers all of which were excellent but this one was a cut above.
The best field photography instructors are professionals, formally trained in photography and have extensive experience in studio work as well as other areas. Chris Dodds comes with those credentials and 20 plus years as an outdoor photographer and is a sub specialist in winter owl photography. He understands and teaches from the basics to the most advanced science and technical knowledge in the field.
Beyond the photography Chris’ Owl Prowl stands out as the model for a highly successful experience. After 20 plus years of developing relationships and infrastructure his photo tours are characterized by superb organization, logistic, transportation, and communication. We stayed on schedule at a relaxed pace and he was always mindful of our small group's personal safety during extreme weather conditions.
The return on my investment and expectations in Chris Dodds' Great Owl Prowl was excellent. It's true! you get what you pay for.
CJ Hockett Vermont USA www.cjhockett.com
What a great trip! I was able to dramatically improve my flight shooting skills on the trip
Hi Chris,
Just a note to thank you for a great Bonaventure Island workshop. There certainly were Gannets Galore as promised. What a fun trip! I really enjoyed shooting from the Zodiac on the water. The diving Northern Gannets with the amazing chocolate coloured reflections, the beautiful golden cliffs with nesting birds…. all breathtaking. The best part for me however was on the island, where I had the opportunity to shoot Gannet after Gannet in flight, taking off, landing and showing so many behaviours. I was able to dramatically improve my flight shooting skills on the trip. I would recommend this trip to anyone who would like to improve their flight shooting skills. Of course I came back with wonderful photographs. Thanks for all you taught including the proper use of balanced and fill flash. What a great trip! Thanks again. I'm sure I will be traveling with you in the future.
Michael Gotthelf Fithburg, Massachusetts, USA