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January's Winning Photo: Trek for Tracks and Animal Signs

Congratulations to Elwood Cool of Whitby, ON for receiving the most votes in the “By Popular Vote” monthly photo contest! “First snow fall of the season, when out looking for wildlife photos. Come eye to eye with two deer playing in the snow”.

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Congratulations to our Winners!


It was our biggest year ever! With over 3,300 photos submitted to Canadian Wildlife magazine’s Reflections of Nature contest, we’re excited to present you with the winning photos that captivated our judges and we think truly captured Canada.

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What inspires you to get outside? Take our 2013 photo challenge to show us Canada’s naturally wondrous creations and inspirations.

 
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Wendy Jackman, Photo Club Member
February: Perspectives

How does the world look from where you’re standing? Underneath an umbrella of ice-covered branches, a birds-eye view of a flock of geese, or standing parallel to a fiery sunset - share your perfect perspective.

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Tips and Tricks: Seven Tips for Macro Success by Les Kalman

A new section we’re adding featuring tips, comments and questions from members. Got something to say? Send us a message

Successful macro photography can prove challenging to the most seasoned veteran. The small scale of the image can be ruined by even the slightest movement, improper framing and inaccurate settings. Here are seven of my top tips to increase success.

  1. Practice first.
    Before heading out on an all day bug quest, practice in the comfort of your home. Take images of micro objects, such as figurines, watches or electronics. Check your images on a computer screen, not the viewfinder, to assess clarity, field of view and exposure. Don’t be afraid to try a multitude of settings that match your style.
  2. Know your lens. .
    Read and understand your lens and its limitations. How close can you get to your subject before it cannot focus? Every lens, especially magnification rings, have their limits. Know those limits before your shoot.
  3. Be flashy.
    Macro photography typically requires an external flash to illuminate, not only the reduced field, but also the fine details of your subject. Look into and try different flashes; my recommendation is a ring flash.
  4. Pre-adjust the settings.
    From your practice session, try to pre-set your settings based on exposure, shutter speed and stability. Is your shoot accompanied by a tripod, monopod or just hand-held? There is always one factor that controls many other setting adjustments. Find that perfect recipe.
  5. Be ready.
    You’re on your way, now make sure that you are ready for any surprise that nature throws at you. Sometimes a butterfly comes out of nowhere and lands next to your lens. Here is your chance; be ready!
  6. Idealize your image.
    Have an idea what your image composition is going to look like. At first every photographer blindly shoots out of excitement. Once the excitement subsides, slow it down and critically look at what would set your image apart.
  7. Slow and steady.
    Macro photography is motion sensitive. If you do not have the dexterity, use a tripod or monpod. If you feel the urge to shoot free-hand, then exhale and slowly execute the shutter release. Slow and steady maintains a crisp image and doesn’t scare away the subject.

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Canadian Wildlife magazine goes digital!

We are thrilled to announce our digital edition of Canadian Wildlife magazine is now live! Subscribe to your digital edition today or check out the preview!

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Great Canadian Turtle Race

We are thrilled to announce our digital edition of Canadian Wildlife magazine is now live! Subscribe to your digital edition today or check out the preview!

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