Blackbirds and Song Thrushes are regular visitors to our garden and provide plenty of opportunities for photography throughout the year. Their confident behaviour, distinctive appearance, and habit of using open perches make them rewarding subjects – especially when patience results in a clean background and a well-composed image.
A young Black Redstart that had only recently left the nest gave me a wonderful opportunity for some close-up bird photography. Soft late-afternoon light, a green garden background and a surprisingly fearless little bird made the encounter particularly memorable.
An unplanned afternoon in the garden turned into a challenging photography session when a pair of pigeons caught my attention. Photographing them in flight wasn’t easy, but among the missed shots were a few images that made the effort worthwhile.
Bright spring sunshine and a new visitor in the garden: wagtails have arrived and are busily foraging for insects in the grass and on the ground, offering exciting photo opportunities for nature lovers.
My next bird photography session once again took place in the yard. The feeder hanging on the tree continues to attract a large number of birds, and house sparrows are becoming increasingly dominant.
My second bird photography session of the year also took place in the yard, so there was no need to go far. The weather was overcast, with clouds covering the sun.
One of my first photo sessions of the year was a quick early morning shoot, just before heading to work. Snow still covered the trees, creating a unique and peaceful atmosphere.