How I Took Stunning Nature Shots in 3 Days!

I spent three unforgettable days in North Berwick, Maine at the OM SYSTEM Kacho Fugetsu Nature Photography Retreat; a hands-on learning experience with five OM SYSTEM ambassadors covering bird photography, macro, landscapes, and creative nature imagery.

The retreat is built around the Japanese philosophy Kacho Fugetsu — “Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon” — the idea of self-discovery through appreciating nature. And it delivered. I left with full memory cards, new photography skills, and a deeper connection to my subjects.

OM SYSTEM Kacho Fugetsu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZtIc-BO0iA&t=428s

OM SYSTEM Retreats: https://www.omsystemretreats.com

OM Ambassadors:

Steve Morello: https://www.littleriverphoto.com/
Frank Smith: https://www.franksmithphotos.com
Emilie Talpin: https://www.emilietalpin.com
Lisa Cuchara: https://www.LisaTom.photos
Tom Cuchara: https://www.LisaTom.photos

Books:
https://www.amazon.com/Frog-Whisperer-Portraits-Stories/dp/1682033481
https://www.amazon.com/Create-Photographs-Historic-Places-Things/dp/1682032949
https://www.emilietalpin.com/new-book
https://www.amazon.com/Traveling-Nature-Photographer-Exploring-Photography/dp/0764330551

From sunrise bird sessions with bird autofocus to macro flash setups, Live ND and GND landscapes, and Live Composite for dawn and dusk, this retreat is a masterclass in computational photography and creative shooting techniques.

Gear Used:
OM SYSTEM OM-1 Mark II & OM-3
M.Zuiko 90mm f3.5 Macro IS PRO
M.Zuiko 12-100mm f4 IS PRO
M.Zuiko 150-400mm f4.5 TC 1.25 IS PRO
AK Diffuser: https://akdiffuser.com/
Godox V860III Flash: https://amzn.to/4fHjHYM (Amazon Affiliate)

If you’re passionate about wildlife photography, macro, landscapes, or night photography, this retreat is a must. Have you attended an OM SYSEM Retreat, or any other photography workshop that has improved your skills? Share your experience in the comments?

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