Kayaking Photography Workshop at Scarborough Marsh
Get Eye Level with Nature
This on-the-water workshop brings you closer than ever to Maine’s coastal wildlife…literally. Paddle the meandering tidal creeks of Scarborough Marsh, the state’s largest saltwater estuary, as we photograph egrets, sandpipers and other marshland species from a quiet, unobtrusive kayak vantage point.
From the seat of your kayak, you'll learn how to photograph birds and wetland wildlife from eye level creating more dynamic, intimate, and natural compositions. Whether you're aiming to capture feeding behavior, shorebirds in flight, or peaceful environmental portraits, this immersive experience will elevate your wildlife photography.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday, July 12th
Location: Scarborough Marsh, Maine
Duration: 8:30 - 11:00 AM
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person
This small-group workshop is designed for individualized instruction and quiet wildlife observation. Early registration is encouraged.
Seacoast Photography School offers hands-on learning experiences for beginner to intermediate photographers throughout New England. Our workshops blend technical learning with creative exploration, guiding you to capture stunning images while building real-world confidence in the field.
We don’t just teach you how to use your camera we teach you how to see
What You’ll Learn:
· Techniques for close-range shorebird photography without disturbing wildlife
· The benefits of low-angle perspective for reflections, bokeh, and natural framing
· How to safely protect your camera gear on the water
· Shooting from a kayak: balancing exposure triangle, focus tracking, and burst mode
· Subject framing strategies for BOG’s (Birds on Ground), BOWs (Birds on Water) and BIF’s (Birds in Flight)
Wildlife We May Encounter
Scarborough Marsh is a vital stopover on the Gulf of Maine flyway. In late summer, it teems with migratory and resident species such as:
· Great & Snowy Egrets
· Glossy Ibis
· Greater & Lesser Yellowlegs
· Short-billed Dowitchers
· Semipalmated Plovers
· Willets, Saltmarsh Sparrows, and more
· Bald Eagles and American Bittern are occasional
What to Bring:
· Camera with zoom lens (200–600mm ideal)
· Waterproof dry bag or Pelican-style case
· Kayak, paddle, and life jacket (Rental options available from 9-11AM at Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center $40/2 Hours (207) 883-5100)
· Hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water, and a light snack
Workshop Schedule:
8:30 - 9:00: Introduction and overview of the morning activities.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on protecting gear and safe kayaking practices
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Kayaking March Canals
Photography focusing on bird behaviors. Capturing various compositions
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as we float along the shoreline within ethical proximity of feeding and nesting areas
Learn techniques for photographingsubjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the largest salt marsh in Maine, comprising tidal marsh, salt creeks and freshwater marsh
Get Eye Level with Nature
This on-the-water workshop brings you closer than ever to Maine’s coastal wildlife…literally. Paddle the meandering tidal creeks of Scarborough Marsh, the state’s largest saltwater estuary, as we photograph egrets, sandpipers and other marshland species from a quiet, unobtrusive kayak vantage point.
From the seat of your kayak, you'll learn how to photograph birds and wetland wildlife from eye level creating more dynamic, intimate, and natural compositions. Whether you're aiming to capture feeding behavior, shorebirds in flight, or peaceful environmental portraits, this immersive experience will elevate your wildlife photography.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday, July 12th
Location: Scarborough Marsh, Maine
Duration: 8:30 - 11:00 AM
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person
This small-group workshop is designed for individualized instruction and quiet wildlife observation. Early registration is encouraged.
Seacoast Photography School offers hands-on learning experiences for beginner to intermediate photographers throughout New England. Our workshops blend technical learning with creative exploration, guiding you to capture stunning images while building real-world confidence in the field.
We don’t just teach you how to use your camera we teach you how to see
What You’ll Learn:
· Techniques for close-range shorebird photography without disturbing wildlife
· The benefits of low-angle perspective for reflections, bokeh, and natural framing
· How to safely protect your camera gear on the water
· Shooting from a kayak: balancing exposure triangle, focus tracking, and burst mode
· Subject framing strategies for BOG’s (Birds on Ground), BOWs (Birds on Water) and BIF’s (Birds in Flight)
Wildlife We May Encounter
Scarborough Marsh is a vital stopover on the Gulf of Maine flyway. In late summer, it teems with migratory and resident species such as:
· Great & Snowy Egrets
· Glossy Ibis
· Greater & Lesser Yellowlegs
· Short-billed Dowitchers
· Semipalmated Plovers
· Willets, Saltmarsh Sparrows, and more
· Bald Eagles and American Bittern are occasional
What to Bring:
· Camera with zoom lens (200–600mm ideal)
· Waterproof dry bag or Pelican-style case
· Kayak, paddle, and life jacket (Rental options available from 9-11AM at Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center $40/2 Hours (207) 883-5100)
· Hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water, and a light snack
Workshop Schedule:
8:30 - 9:00: Introduction and overview of the morning activities.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on protecting gear and safe kayaking practices
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Kayaking March Canals
Photography focusing on bird behaviors. Capturing various compositions
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as we float along the shoreline within ethical proximity of feeding and nesting areas
Learn techniques for photographingsubjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the largest salt marsh in Maine, comprising tidal marsh, salt creeks and freshwater marsh
Get Eye Level with Nature
This on-the-water workshop brings you closer than ever to Maine’s coastal wildlife…literally. Paddle the meandering tidal creeks of Scarborough Marsh, the state’s largest saltwater estuary, as we photograph egrets, sandpipers and other marshland species from a quiet, unobtrusive kayak vantage point.
From the seat of your kayak, you'll learn how to photograph birds and wetland wildlife from eye level creating more dynamic, intimate, and natural compositions. Whether you're aiming to capture feeding behavior, shorebirds in flight, or peaceful environmental portraits, this immersive experience will elevate your wildlife photography.
Workshop Overview:
Date: Saturday, July 12th
Location: Scarborough Marsh, Maine
Duration: 8:30 - 11:00 AM
Level: Beginner to Intermediate Photographers
Group Size: Limited to 8 participants for personalized instruction
Pricing:
$125 per person
This small-group workshop is designed for individualized instruction and quiet wildlife observation. Early registration is encouraged.
Seacoast Photography School offers hands-on learning experiences for beginner to intermediate photographers throughout New England. Our workshops blend technical learning with creative exploration, guiding you to capture stunning images while building real-world confidence in the field.
We don’t just teach you how to use your camera we teach you how to see
What You’ll Learn:
· Techniques for close-range shorebird photography without disturbing wildlife
· The benefits of low-angle perspective for reflections, bokeh, and natural framing
· How to safely protect your camera gear on the water
· Shooting from a kayak: balancing exposure triangle, focus tracking, and burst mode
· Subject framing strategies for BOG’s (Birds on Ground), BOWs (Birds on Water) and BIF’s (Birds in Flight)
Wildlife We May Encounter
Scarborough Marsh is a vital stopover on the Gulf of Maine flyway. In late summer, it teems with migratory and resident species such as:
· Great & Snowy Egrets
· Glossy Ibis
· Greater & Lesser Yellowlegs
· Short-billed Dowitchers
· Semipalmated Plovers
· Willets, Saltmarsh Sparrows, and more
· Bald Eagles and American Bittern are occasional
What to Bring:
· Camera with zoom lens (200–600mm ideal)
· Waterproof dry bag or Pelican-style case
· Kayak, paddle, and life jacket (Rental options available from 9-11AM at Scarborough Marsh Audubon Center $40/2 Hours (207) 883-5100)
· Hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water, and a light snack
Workshop Schedule:
8:30 - 9:00: Introduction and overview of the morning activities.
Group discussion on wildlife behavior, composition tips, and camera settings.
Quick tutorial on protecting gear and safe kayaking practices
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM: Kayaking March Canals
Photography focusing on bird behaviors. Capturing various compositions
Focus on close-up shots of wildlife as we float along the shoreline within ethical proximity of feeding and nesting areas
Learn techniques for photographingsubjects in water.
Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to enhance your wildlife photography skills while exploring the largest salt marsh in Maine, comprising tidal marsh, salt creeks and freshwater marsh