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Basic Wildlife

Photography Tutorial

with Diogo Oliveira

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Learn to take photos quickly and easily, so you never have a blurry photo.

THIS VIDEO TUTORIAL INCLUDES:

  • 2+ hours of content

  • Lessons filmed in the field

  • RAW files

  • Extra episode behind the scenes

99 €

ONLINE

THE WORLD OF PHOTOGRAPHY HAS MANY TECHNIQUES AND DEFINITIONS WHICH, KNOWING THEM ALLOWS US TO IMPROVE OUR PHOTOGRAPHS. THIS COMPREHENSIVE COURSE IS DESIGNED FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS OF ALL LEVELS, PROVIDING VALUABLE CONTENT AND PROFESSIONAL TECHNIQUES FROM AN EXPERIENCED PHOTOGRAPHER.

This tutorial is guided by Diogo Oliveira, a wildlife biologist and photographer, and covers a wide range of photography topics. The videos in this tutorial range from the fundamentals of photography, to camera settings, the exposure triangle, composition rules and techniques, and even advanced techniques such as long exposure photography, at the end there are still post-production videos. The course consists of in-depth modules, instructional videos and practical exercises, ensuring an interactive and complete learning experience. In addition, I will share exclusive tips and personal experiences that will further enrich your knowledge. This tutorial is ideal for anyone looking to increase their photography skills under the guidance of an experienced and passionate professional.

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Diogo Oliveira

Trainer

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+351 918 134 170

(Call to national mobile network)

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​10 modules

​2 HOURS

LANÇAMENTO: DEZ 2025

In this Beginner's Wildlife Photography tutorial, basic level, we will show you how photography works in an engaging and creative way. Emphasizing practical, everyday examples and helping you improve your photographs with tips and little tricks. You will have the opportunity to experiment while learning, and access to the RAW files of the different episodes.

From the outset, the new online tutorial series promises to take participants through photographing different topics with biologist and wildlife photographer Diogo Oliveira. Some of the tutorial videos are theoretical, but most of the videos are adventures in nature. In this tutorial we will present the most used photography and image editing techniques. onWILD is delighted to share this nature adventure filmed in iconic locations across Portugal, from the mountains of the north to the warm Alentejo.

​In this tutorial you will learn

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But is this tutorial for you?

This tutorial is for you if...

  • You bought or own a camera

  • Would you like to deepen your knowledge in photography

  • Want to improve your portfolio

Photographs by Diogo Oliveira.

Filmed on site

What makes this basic photography tutorial so different from other photography tutorials is that you will watch Diogo taking photos while explaining the different components of photography. In this tutorial, I will explore some of the best places to photograph in Portugal. While I will cover and explain the basics of photography, so you know how to set up your camera and get the most out of it. All of this filmed in the field, with the weather and light conditions at that moment.

Photographs by Diogo Oliveira.

Let's recap the topics that will be covered in this tutorial

​Module 1

  • Introduction

  • Evolution of Photography

​Module 2

  • Compact and Bridges Cameras

  • Mirror cameras (DSLR)

  • Mirrorless cameras

​​Module 3

  • Lens

  • Accessories

​​Module 4

  • Exposure Triangle

  • Photographic modes (Auto, Av, Tv, M)

​​Module 5

  • Light measurement modes

  • Exposure Compensation

  • White balance

​​Module 6

  • RAW vs. JPG

​​Module 7

  • Focus modes

  • Shooting modes

​​Module 8

  • The light

  • Composition

​​Module 9

  • Post production

  • Storage and Organization

 

​​Module 10

  • Extras

  • Acknowledgements

WHAT'S INCLUDED

VIDEO

2 Hours of Videos

(1080p, 23.9fps, H. 264 mpg4,

more than 2GB of material)

LOCATIONS

10 modules filmed in the field and
in the post-production studio

FILES

RAW photographs and software catalogs for you to follow (Lightroom catalogs)

EXTRAS

Behind-the-scenes episodes from our experience traveling and filming this tutorial

GROUP

Private access to Diogo Oliveira's Facebook group for extensive teaching and photo sharing

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Basic Wildlife

Photography Tutorial

Basic Level

with Diogo Oliveira

99 €

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About Diogo Oliveira

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My name is Diogo Oliveira, I am a wildlife photographer, biologist, writer, speaker and environmental educator based in Portugal. Graduated in Biology from the Instituto Superior de Agronomia and Master in Conservation Biology from the University of Évora. I spend a lot of my time photographing the most fantastic animals. I have visited several countries and have collaborated with large companies, brands, NGOs and travel agencies. I like playing tennis, building Lego, watching movies and series, and I'm a big fan of Star Wars.

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