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Songbirds can be one of the most rewarding, yet challenging subjects in nature photography.
While their colorful plumage is a strong lure for the nature photographer, their small size and non-stop movement makes them one of the most difficult subjects to capture on film. Along with the usual technical considerations, successful songbird photography depends on getting close enough to these small creatures to adequately fill the frame. Doing this in the field is difficult enough, but to then find the perfect, unobstructed perch and a clean, non-distracting background makes the task an extremely difficult one. What follows are the details of the bird feeders and perches I have set up in my backyard, along with the equipment and techniques I use to capture the images. With just a few minor adjustments, you can do the same in your yard.