WORKSHOPS
Just added!
Bird Photography on Sanibel Island, Florida
February 16-21,2011
More info coming soon - check back for updates!
Backyard Bird Photography at the Daybreak Sanctuary -
Exclusive Opportunity Limited to 4 Participants!
June 17-19, 2011
This is your chance to learn bird photography from a pro! Richard Day, one of the world's premier bird photographers will lead this workshop at his home in south central Illinois. He and his wife Susan have created a wildlife sanctuary on 63 acres that includes a 3-acre yard landscaped to attract backyard wildlife, a 5-acre native grass and wildflower prairie, and 2 shallow water wetlands. They are backyard wildlife specialists and most of the images they sell are taken on their property - which has attracted nearly 200 species of birds. This workshop will include personal instruction on the basics of bird photography as well as critiques of work done (of digital images) on site. Participants will have access to specially designed photo blinds that will be set in several different locations. You'll rotate to each location so everyone has the maximum time with different bird species in various habitats. All birds are wild and free flying but are accustomed to the blinds. Birds common in their yard in June include Baltimore Orioles, Northern Cardinals, Eastern Bluebirds, Indigo Buntings, American Goldfinches, several woodpeckers, and more. Early summer butterflies, dragonflies, and flowers in the Day's numerous gardens provide a bonus for this well-rounded backyard habitat. Richard and Susan's yard is certified with the National Wildlife Federation and Illinois Audubon Society Backyard Habitat Programs. This one-of-a-kind workshop is limited to 4 participants. Call or Email for more info and to register. Check out
bird photos taken during our bird workshops.
Individual Backyard Bird Photography at the Daybreak Sanctuary -
Spring and early Summer
Book your 2011 dates now!
We offer exclusive bird photography opportunities for 1-4 people. We will provide blinds and you can photograph orioles, bluebirds, catbirds, cardinals, indigo buntings, goldfinches, and other backyard birds in our flower gardens or at feeders. We will customize your photo adventure, and we offer day rates with or without photo instruction. Contact us to book your date. Check out
bird photos taken during our bird workshops.
Just added!
Butterfly, Dragonfly & Flower Photography Workshop at the Daybreak Sanctuary
July 27-31, 2011
More Info Coming Soon - Check Back For Updates!
To whet your appetite on what you can photograph here in July and August,
check out these butterfly photos!
Camera Clubs Special -
Butterfly & Dragonfly Photography Field Trips at the Daybreak Sanctuary
Each July and August we offer camera clubs a special photo package where participants have the opportunity to photograph butterflies and dragonflies all day at our Sanctuary. These field trips are timed when the most butterflies and dragonflies fly - approximately 30 species can be photographed in one day. Participants can photograph anywhere on our Sanctuary - butterflies in our extensive gardens and prairie or dragonflies at 2 different wetlands. Richard begins the day with a short overview on how to photograph butterflies, dragonflies, and flowers. He and Susan are available during the day to help and to answer questions on photography, species ID and gardening or habitat questions. Limited to 15 participants. Minimum 8. Now booking dates for 2011 - these popular field trips book early! Contact us for more info and to reserve your date.
See what you can photograph here in July and August.
Individual Butterfly & Dragonfly Photography at the Daybreak Sanctuary
July & August 2011 - Several Dates Still Available
If you don't belong to a camera club and want to photograph butterflies and dragonflies, we offer individuals the chance to photograph on our sanctuary. After a short overview and orientation, you are free to photograph butterflies and dragonflies anywhere on our 63-acre property. During July and August, Susan's beautiful butterfly gardens are a-flutter with dozens of species of colorful butterflies. You can easily photograph 10 or more species of dragonflies darting around our wetlands. We can customize your time with or without instruction. This is a fun outing for a group of friends who want a summer getaway!
See what you can photograph here in July and August.
Polar Bear Tours in Churchill, Manitoba
October & November 2011
Richard Day has been leading Specialist photo tours to Churchill, Manitoba to photograph the polar bears since 2000. Specialist programs cater to serious photographers and naturalists with tours that are all-inclusive; air transportation between Winnipeg and Churchill, hotel accommodations in Winnipeg and Churchill, all meals as well as a number of Tundra Buggy excursions to see the bears. A maximum amount of time is scheduled for optimum bear viewing and photography.
You can choose between a hotel- or Tundra Buggy Lodge-based stay. If you stay on the Lodge, you will have the unique opportunity of 'sleeping with the bears.' Imagine the thrill of enjoying breakfast in the morning while watching a bear on his morning stroll, just outside your window! Number of participants is limited so the photo opportunities are amazing on either of these tours!
For more information and to book your tour contact Frontiers North Adventures at
www.frontiersnorth.com or
www.tundrabuggy.com
OTHER PROGRAMS & INSTRUCTION
Daybreak Imagery offers programs and workshops for conferences, festivals, and events on a variety of topics including:
A Celebration of Wings - features our award-winning photographs to celebrate the beauty, splendor and natural history of birds, butterflies, and dragonflies. The finale is accompanied by music.
Creating Habitats for Backyard Wildlife - Nearly every yard can attract some form of wildlife if you follow a few basic guidelines. We'll show you how to assess your yard, learn what's possible to attract in your space, and what improvements you can do to make it irresistible to birds, butterflies, or other backyard critters.
How to Create a Bird & Butterfly Garden - this presentation shows how to get started in landscaping your yard for birds and butterflies.
How to Create a Bird Garden - shows you how to get started in landscaping your yard for birds. Includes hummingbird gardening, choosing plants for seed-eating birds such as goldfinches and cardinals, selecting the best trees and bushes for food and shelter suitable for your area, and including water in the landscape.
How to Create a Butterfly Garden - everything you need to know to start and maintain a successful butterfly garden. This program includes basic garden design, what to plant for host and nectar plants, and recommended plants that butterflies can't resist.
How to Create a Hummingbird Garden - everything you need to know to start and maintain a successful hummingbird garden. This program includes basic garden design, what to include (or not!) in a hummingbird garden, and recommended plants that the hummers can't resist. Lots of examples using Daybreak Imagery's beautiful photographs.
The Polar Bears of Churchill - takes you on a photo excursion to the tundra along Hudson Bay as you learn the natural history of North America's largest, most fascinating mammals.
We also offer photography programs and workshops:
- Backyard Photography
- Close-up Photography
- Nature Photography Basics
Please contact us for information on these programs for your club, organization, or conference.
For those wanting personalized one-on-one photography or backyard habitat instruction, please contact us. We'll be happy to customize a workshop or shoot to suit your needs with personal photo instruction, use of our photo blinds, and private tours of our sanctuary.
