top of page

Save Your Spot

  • Oct 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM CDT
    Webinar
    In this webinar, we'll discuss the upcoming Wildlife in Focus Photography Contest (https://wildlifeinfocus.org). This long-running contest is re-tooling and we'll discuss the benefits of this contest from a contestant's standpoint as well as a landowner's standpoint.
Jumping Bass - An Unexpected Opportunity
03:25

Jumping Bass - An Unexpected Opportunity

Sometimes, nature photography opportunities fall in your lap. On the first day of September, I found myself on a small pond where the largemouth bass exhibit the strangest behavior. Here's a video documenting my buddy Barry and my quest to get a photo of the jumping bass. Looking for more video tutorials and engaging and all-inclusive photography workshops? Then check out www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
What Makes this Picture Memorable - The Coyote
09:41

What Makes this Picture Memorable - The Coyote

Of all the pictures I've taken, this one tops the list as the one where I came of age. It's the point when all I learned about photography clicked and made sense to me for the first time. I'd like you to join me as I tell the story of this point in my photographic history. Looking for more video tutorials and engaging and all-inclusive photography workshops? Then check out www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
What Makes this Picture Memorable? Star Trails
07:55

What Makes this Picture Memorable? Star Trails

In this new series, I discuss some of my favorite images and the elements that make the images memorable. I'll break down the image, talk a bit about how it was made, and explain why it resonates with me. Looking for more video tutorials and engaging and all-inclusive photography workshops? Then check out www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
Hackberry Farm Aurora
00:24

Hackberry Farm Aurora

For the second time this year, we saw the aurora in North Texas on Hackberry Farm. The first time, it was expected. This time, it came as a complete surprise. On Sunday night, August 11, we (along with Renee, one of my workshop participants) set up a camera to capture the Perseid meteor shower and left it to do its thing overnight. Imagine our surprise when we checked the cameras early this morning and found the Aurora paid us a visit! If you watch closely, you’ll see the Aurora, the Milky Way, meteors, a couple of airplanes, and fireflies in this wondrous event.
Redlands Ranch Highlights
02:04

Redlands Ranch Highlights

We've had a good first month at Redlands Ranch. The animals are learning to use the waterhole and are coming in at a steady clip. It's pretty amazing to be at eye level with various species of wildlife and they are at ease and have no idea you are there. Come see us!
Redlands Ranch Updates - Turntables
02:34

Redlands Ranch Updates - Turntables

We just conducted our first workshop at Redlands Ranch, but before that, we worked on a couple of projects to make photography easier.
Redlands Ranch Update - Beanbags
01:18

Redlands Ranch Update - Beanbags

We just conducted our first workshop at Redlands Ranch, but before that, we worked on a couple of projects to make photography easier.
New Lightroom Updates May 22, 2024
11:05

New Lightroom Updates May 22, 2024

Lightroom was just updated yesterday. Here are my initial thoughts on the new features added to the photo editing and image management platform. Looking for more videos, photography workshops, and monthly tips and instructions? Sign up for our newsletter at hackberryfarmtexas.com
The Value of Patience Why taking your time WILL pay off!
01:37

The Value of Patience Why taking your time WILL pay off!

Being a good wildlife photographer is a lot about patience. Patience is a virtuous habit that you should adhere to and will make you a better wildlife photographer. In this video, I talk about the value of patience and why taking your time is a good thing. To download the FREE Nature Photography Checklist, head over to Hackberryfarmtexas.com
Trees
Capturing Dynamic Images of People
01:05:11

Capturing Dynamic Images of People

In this webinar, photographer Russell Graves shares strategies for improving your photos of people in the outdoors. Get out of the studio and take great environmental portraits of every day people using simple equipment and simple techniques. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #Photography #PortraitPhotography
Composition Case Studies
59:36

Composition Case Studies

Photographer Russell Graves will be discussing composition at length, and how it can be used in various cases to make for stronger imagery. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #Photography #Composition
Learning from your Image's Metadata
58:41

Learning from your Image's Metadata

So much valuable information is contained in an image’s metadata, but how can it be used to make us a better photographer? Russell Graves will guide you through this information and show you what we can learn from it. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #Photography #Metadata
Making the Switch to Mirrorless
01:03:35

Making the Switch to Mirrorless

While mirrorless cameras have been around for two decades, many photographers still use other style cameras. Photographer Russell Graves goes over the benefits of using a mirrorless camera. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #Photography #Mirrorless
Introduction to Video for Still Photographers
01:01:21

Introduction to Video for Still Photographers

In today’s hybrid creative world, video is becoming just as important as still images. Photographer Russel Graves will discuss basic video functions to help you capture beautiful moving images of the natural world around you. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #Photography #NaturePhotography
Thinking Beyond the Telephoto Lens - The June 2024 Hackberry Farm Photo School Webinar Replay
57:59

Thinking Beyond the Telephoto Lens - The June 2024 Hackberry Farm Photo School Webinar Replay

In this webinar, we’ll explore ways you can shoot wildlife images that don’t rely on using a telephoto lens. We’ll explore creative ways to use your equipment and get dynamic images in unconventional ways. On the videos mentioned in the webinar, Check out these: Frog Party https://youtu.be/p_m_zkBIk9A?si=zTiUpCM17P8grSOo How to Set Up a Camera Trap https://youtu.be/QrXZuC-fesI?si=g08dt0q6MciJg1g4
Case Studies in Nature Photography - Webinar
01:05:26

Case Studies in Nature Photography - Webinar

In this webinar, we'll discuss some of the considerations that go into just about every good nature photograph. I'll show some photographs and give you a brief case study of each. This webinar will teach you to think about the elements of an image before you even take the picture. www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
Noteworthy Tips & Tricks in Nature Photography
01:11:31

Noteworthy Tips & Tricks in Nature Photography

Photography, and the mastery of it, is subject to variables. Join Russell Graves as he talks about backbutton focus, exposure mode and other debatables in his approach to nature photography. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #NaturePhotography #PhotographyTips
Techniques to Speed Your Lightroom Workflow
01:13:56

Techniques to Speed Your Lightroom Workflow

Post processing is our chance to put the finishing touches on our work, but it shouldn’t be a task we dread. Join photographer Russell Graces as he gives you tips to clean up your Lightroom workflow and helps streamline your process so you can create more and fuss less. More from Russell Graves: -Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/russellgraves/ -Website: https://www.russellgraves.com/index - https://www.wildlifephotoshow.com Learn more about the B&H Event Space: http://bhpho.to/BHEventSpace Head to the main B&H Photo YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/c/BandH Shop @ B&H: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/ Follow us on Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/bhphoto/ - https://twitter.com/bhphotodaily - https://www.facebook.com/bheventspace/ #BHEventSpace #PhotoEditing #AdobeLightroom
Autumn Leaves
Managing Wetlands for Nature Photography
05:12

Managing Wetlands for Nature Photography

Managing wildlife habitats for photography is an ongoing process. Many times, the work starts well before the photography begins. In this video, I'll detail the steps I take in the summer to ensure that the wetland is at its best come winter. Looking for more video tutorials and engaging and all-inclusive photography workshops? Then check out www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
Wetland Refill - Two Days Later #wildlife #photography #shorts #nature
00:15

Wetland Refill - Two Days Later #wildlife #photography #shorts #nature

Returning to the wetlands after running the pump a bit.
It's a busy time in Snake Town. #rattlesnakes #shorts #photography #nature #wildlifephotography
00:10

It's a busy time in Snake Town. #rattlesnakes #shorts #photography #nature #wildlifephotography

While I was on a magazine shoot the other day, a snake handler started pulling rattlesnakes out from under an abandoned farmhouse. In all, eight of the rattlers were relocated. For photography workshops and instructions, visit www.hackberryfarmtexas.com
I Built a Scent Station
03:54

I Built a Scent Station

In this video, I discuss a wildlife conservation practice that's fun and practical. Using some simple supplies, we create s cent station to determine what kind of mesomammals show up when the sun goes down. If you want to sign up for my FREE newsletter, check out www.wildlifephotoshow.com
Wetland Management
05:09

Wetland Management

Managing habitat for wildlife requires work. Therefore a Plan B is always necessary when Mother Nature doesn't comply.
Broadcast Seeding - Wildlife Conservation
04:59

Broadcast Seeding - Wildlife Conservation

This video details ways to plant food for wildlife using a technique called broadcast seeding.
Water Ditch - Wildlife Conservation
02:38

Water Ditch - Wildlife Conservation

In this video, I demonstrate how to diga. quick ditch to move water from one point on your property to another.
Pole Planting - Wildlife Conservation
03:17

Pole Planting - Wildlife Conservation

Pole planting cottonwood trees is an easy and effective way to propagate trees from an existing stand. The technique is simple and only requires a minimal amount of tools.
Controlled Burns - Wildlife Conservation
03:14

Controlled Burns - Wildlife Conservation

Patch burning on your property is a tool I use to clean up problem areas of weeds and to help spur on new growth. ALWAYS USE CAUTION AND FOLLOW LOCAL REGULATIONS WHEN BURNING OUTDOORS.
bottom of page