Mastering Birds in Flight

October 30 – November 2, 2025
Port Aransas, Texas

Join OM System Ambassador Lee Hoy on the scenic shores of the Central Texas coast for an immersive workshop designed to help you master one of nature photography’s most rewarding challenges: Capturing Birds in Flight.

Photographing birds in flight is an exhilarating pursuit and one of the most technically demanding forms of photography. It requires sharp reflexes, complete command of your gear, and the ability to make split-second adjustments in unpredictable conditions. Without a proven system to guide you, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and miss the shot entirely.

That’s why Lee developed a simple yet powerful 7-step system to help you consistently create striking, award-worthy images. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to develop each of these seven critical elements:

The Subject
The Setting
The Light
The Autofocus
The Drive Mode
The Exposure
The Composition

This system isn’t about following steps in order; it is about understanding how each element contributes to a compelling image. You’ll learn to master each element independently and apply it at various locations under any conditions.

Capturing birds in flight is a dynamic challenge, but under Lee’s expert guidance, you’ll improve your technique and gain confidence. His proven 7-step system gives you the tools to adapt, adjust, trust your instincts, and create imagery that reflects your growth and grit as a photographer.

Lee has taught these techniques worldwide, from the Galapagos Islands to Iceland, Zimbabwe, India, Brazil, and Alaska. Now, he’s bringing this knowledge home to Texas, offering a unique opportunity to learn at one of North America’s most visited birding destinations.

What’s Included:

Pre-workshop Zoom session for prep and Q&A
In-field instruction focusing on all seven system elements
Opening presentation to introduce the 7-step system
Post-workshop Zoom image critique

Learn from an OM System Ambassador
Lee has served as an OM System Ambassador since April 2019!
Learn the Seven Part System for Birds in Flight
This system is designed to help the beginner, intermediate, and advanced nature photographer in expanding their preparation, skill and patience so that they capture more visually compelling bird in flight images.
Pre and Post Workshop Zoom Meetings to Facilitate the Learning Process
This workshop includes a group pre-workshop zoom meeting to help you prepare for the trip by discussing clothing, camera gear, accessories, travel suggestions, and more. It also includes a post workshop group zoom meeting for an image critique discussion for those who opt to share images for critique. Both sessions will be recorded and provided for repeated viewing.
Easy Destination with Many Birds to Photograph
Port Aransas, Texas is a great destination at this time of year. The weather is more mild, the birds are numerous and the locations are not overly challenging.
Trip Video of Highlights will be Provided
The workshop will be recorded through and a trip highlight video will be provided to all participants post workshop!

Dates

The dates for the workshops are October 30 – November 2, 2025. The workshop begins at 3:00 pm on the 30th and concludes at 10:00 am on the 2nd.

Group Size

Minimum Number of Participants is 8, Maximum is 12. Trip can be run at a lower size with increased trip fee.

Pricing

The price of the workshop is $1429.00 which is paid in full upon registration.*See section below for what is included and not included.

Base Lodging

The workshop leader(s) will be staying at the Holiday Inn Express in Port Aransas. This is where the opening session of the first day will be held.

Meals

The opening night’s meal (excluding alcohol) is included in the price of the event, all other meals are the responsibility of the participant.

Transportation

Participants are responsible for traveling to Port Aransas and then around the island during the workshop. We recommend participants carpool as willing and able.

Nearest Airport

The closest major airport is in San Antonio, Texas (airport code is SAT). It is about a 3 hour drive with no stops and no traffic from San Antonio to Port Aransas.

Mastering Bird in Flight Photography

*The price of the workshop includes guide services, pre and post trip zoom meeting, post workshop highlight video, and dinner on the opening night (Thursday, October 30th). It does not include the following: transportation to and from Port Aransas; transportation around the island; alcoholic beverages; snacks; trip insurance (highly recommended); meals other than the opening dinner; airfare; beach parking permit; lodging; and any other cost not specifically stated in what is included.

The participant may select any lodging of their choice, the workshop leader(s) will be staying at the Holiday Inn Express in Port Aransas, Texas. The cost of the beach parking permit is $12 dollars.

$1,429.00

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Category: Bird Photography Workshop Tags: Bird in Flight Photography Workshop, Bird Photography, OM System Ambassador, Port Aransas Texas

Workshop Related Information

Pre-Workshop Zoom Meeting

The pre-workshop Zoom Meeting will be Wednesday, September 3rd, at 7:00 PM CST/8:00 PM EST. Participants will receive an email with the link within one week of the date of the meeting!

Cancellation Policy

The cancellation policy is as follows:

Cancellation on or before July 29th the participant will receive a full refund.
Cancellation after July 29th will result in forfeiture of the entire price of the workshop.

Post Workshop Image Critique

The post workshop image critique will be held via Zoom on November 12, 2025. Participants will receive an email with the meeting link following the workshop.

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