GLOBAL BIRDFAIR

11^TH – 13^TH JULY 2025

Canon Expert

With the advancements in technology that have come with mirrorless systems, we’ll show you how to set up your focusing system to help you get the most out of your camera for wildlife photography

Jack Lodge

Join professional photographer Jack Lodge as he shares his personal journey of getting into wildlife photography from a background of chasing landscapes. After years of capturing light across sweeping vistas, Jack found a new passion in capturing the raw, unpredictable beauty of the animal world. In this talk, he reflects on how his landscape background shaped his approach to wildlife photography, the challenges and rewards of photographing animals in their natural habitats, and the evolving relationship between patience, persistence, and storytelling in his work.

Ben Cherry

Ever wondered about starting to take some video but don’t know where to start? That you only have photography equipment? Well Ben Cherry, award winning cinematographer and photographer is going to talk you through how to get started. Ben has worked for the past ten years as a natural history cinematographer, from Chimp Empire for Netflix and A Real Bug’s Life for Disney + to Saving Our Wild Isles and A Wild Year for the BBC. As well as using top of the line filming equipment, Ben is often using mirrorless cameras to get creative results, particularly on projects with a tighter budget.

Canon Expert

The ideal wildlife cameras, learn how to set up and customise the camera to work even more efficiently. See how features can help you get more out of your wildlife photography.

Jack Lodge

In this practical and informative session, Jack Lodge shares how he sets up the Canon R5 Mark II for capturing sharp, dynamic images of birds in the wild. From autofocus modes and custom button configurations to frame rates, exposure settings, and lens choices, Jack walks through the exact setup he relies on in the field. Whether you're tracking fast-moving subjects in flight, or waiting for the perfect perch shot, this talk offers real-world insights, tips, and tricks to get the most out of your Canon R5 Mark II.

Canon Expert

Step into the future of content creation with Canon’s groundbreaking mirrorless system—designed to seamlessly blend stunning photography with cinematic video. In this dynamic session, you’ll dive into the essentials of video shooting, explore the cutting-edge features of our latest mirrorless cameras, and discover how to optimise your setup for effortless hybrid shooting in the field. Whether you're capturing stills or video, get ready to elevate your creative potential like never before.

Jack Lodge

Join professional photographer Jack Lodge as he shares his personal journey of getting into wildlife photography from a background of chasing landscapes. After years of capturing light across sweeping vistas, Jack found a new passion in capturing the raw, unpredictable beauty of the animal world. In this talk, he reflects on how his landscape background shaped his approach to wildlife photography, the challenges and rewards of photographing animals in their natural habitats, and the evolving relationship between patience, persistence, and storytelling in his work.

Canon Expert

The ideal wildlife cameras, learn how to set up and customise the camera to work even more efficiently. See how features can help you get more out of your wildlife photography.

Canon Expert

The ideal wildlife cameras, learn how to set up and customise the camera to work even more efficiently. See how features can help you get more out of your wildlife photography.

Jack Lodge

Join professional photographer Jack Lodge as he shares his personal journey of getting into wildlife photography from a background of chasing landscapes. After years of capturing light across sweeping vistas, Jack found a new passion in capturing the raw, unpredictable beauty of the animal world. In this talk, he reflects on how his landscape background shaped his approach to wildlife photography, the challenges and rewards of photographing animals in their natural habitats, and the evolving relationship between patience, persistence, and storytelling in his work.

Canon Expert

Step into the future of content creation with Canon’s groundbreaking mirrorless system—designed to seamlessly blend stunning photography with cinematic video. In this dynamic session, you’ll dive into the essentials of video shooting, explore the cutting-edge features of our latest mirrorless cameras, and discover how to optimise your setup for effortless hybrid shooting in the field. Whether you're capturing stills or video, get ready to elevate your creative potential like never before.

Jack Lodge

In this practical and informative session, Jack Lodge shares how he sets up the Canon R5 Mark II for capturing sharp, dynamic images of birds in the wild. From autofocus modes and custom button configurations to frame rates, exposure settings, and lens choices, Jack walks through the exact setup he relies on in the field. Whether you're tracking fast-moving subjects in flight, or waiting for the perfect perch shot, this talk offers real-world insights, tips, and tricks to get the most out of your Canon R5 Mark II.