Birds can be one of the most rewarding and frustrating forms of photography, they are always on the move, fast, small and extremely skittish.
I do however have a couple of tips that can make your life a little easier when it comes to photographing birds.
Patience is probably key, you will be waiting for long periods at a time and you will definitely miss a lot of shots, yet with patience you will eventually get the shot you want.
You need direct sunlight for a clear sharp image, as birds are continuously on the move and demand good light.
Be still and wait for the bird to approach you, the closer the bird is, the sharper your image and the more still you are the more chance you have of it approaching you.
Your camera will have to be set on continuous / rapid shooting, out of 10 frames you may get one really good photo.
Remember focusing on the eye.
Capture action, a bird in flight, eating or bathing is always more interesting. Unless you have colour on your side, colour always makes up for lack of action.
Birds are incredible to photograph, they will test your patience and ability...but always remember to just enjoy it.
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