Here is the Fotography Friday conversation that Grant and Nicolas Rakotopare had with Sandy Horne, recounting her introduction to photography, and bird photography in particular.
The photographs discussed are on this webpage and also check out Sandy's Flickr albums.
Follow Sandy on Twitter @SandyHorne61
Don't forget to have a look at Nico's pics...
You can find some really lovely shots from Nicolas on his website, not limited to his work with birds at lerako.net
Follow Nicolas on Twitter - @le_rako
And still more great images from Nicolas on Instagram @lerako
Follow along with the images we reference during the conversation.
Sandy at Gluepot Reserve
Canon EFS 55-250 lens
Canon EOS RP Body
Canon EOS 7D MkII body
Canon EOS-1 + EF Super Telephoto Lens as observation decks in Hong Kong
Canon EOS 600D body
tips for bird photography
what camera for bird photography does Sandy use?
bird photography competition
Camping in the car at Gluepot Reserve
Emu family caught on the camera trap
Have a look at Sandy's favourite pic album on Flickr here
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Bird Photography, Birding and Birdwatching, Gluepot Reserve, Nature Photography, Nicolas Rakotopare, Sandy Horne, wildlife photography
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