Photography

How Xavi Bou Makes His Mesmerizing Portraits of Birds in Flight
February 03, 2021 — Through photos and now video, the Spanish photographer takes an artistic approach when capturing birds flying through the sky.
Recording Lots of Bird Videos? Here's What to Do After You Hit Stop
January 26, 2021 — Tara Tanaka, a videographer and judge for the new video category in this year's Audubon Photography Awards, shares her how-to guide for managing video files and key editing tips.
How to Record Great Audio of Birds and Their Environments
January 26, 2021 — To capture clear sounds of birds that you are filming, follow these tips.
Our Favorite Fascinating Bird Behaviors From the 2020 Audubon Photo Awards
December 08, 2020 — Every year the contest attracts entries capturing rare and unusual moments in the avian world. Here are this year's highlights.
As a Blind Bird Photographer, Each Shot I Take Is a Revelation
November 25, 2020 — The same condition that makes photographing birds so challenging for me also gives the experience profound meaning.
Challenge Your Kids With These Six Nature-Photography Projects
October 01, 2020 — From scavenger hunts to a seasonal calendar and a technique called cyanotype, there are so many ways to get creative.
How to Unlock Your Child's Creativity and Confidence Through Nature Photography
September 30, 2020 — For young people, the camera is a tool for adventure, learning, and empowerment in the outdoors.
For This Budding Naturalist, Time With Dad Makes Photography a Perfect Hobby
September 28, 2020 — At age seven, Ryan Cassella documented the American Robin family nesting in his family's yard.
These Fantastic Photos Show Birds Thriving With Native Plants
September 28, 2020 — Enjoy some of our favorite submissions to the Plants for Birds category of the 2020 Audubon Photography Awards.
50 Photos of Birds That Brought Joy to Our Readers This Year
September 24, 2020 — As part of our Bird from Home project, we put out an open call for images of birds taken at or near home. The entries did not disappoint. Here are some of our favorites, with the story behind each shot.