Vernon Chalmers Photography

Canon Photography Training, Conscious Intelligence and Environmental Understanding Conscious Intelligence through photography education, awareness, environmental understanding and observation with Vernon Chalmers Photography. See Deeper. Understand More. Vernon Chalmers Photography is not simply a photography website in the conventional sense. While photography forms its foundation, the platform's broader purpose extends beyond the creation and display of images. It functions as an educational environment where photography becomes a means of exploring, understanding, and documenting the natural world. Within this context, the camera serves not only as a creative tool but also as an instrument of observation, learning, and environmental engagement. Underlying this philosophy is the concept of Conscious Intelligence —a framework developed by Vernon Chalmers that emphasises awareness, presence, intentional observation, meaning-making, and reflective engagement with lived experience. ...

Just in Frame: Reed Cormorant Photography & Conservation A 2021 Reed Cormorant photograph in Table Bay fog becomes a 2026 exploration of bird photography, autofocus, fish availability and conservation. Cape Cormorant in Flight : Table Bay Nature Reserve VCP Field Observation & Conservation Context This article combines first-hand photographic observation with independently sourced conservation information. The Reed Cormorant photograph was made by Vernon Chalmers at Table Bay Nature Reserve, Cape Town, n 2021 using a Canon EOS 7D Mark II and EF 400mm f/5.6L USM. The account of the fog, fleeting light, close-range encounter, bird behaviour and autofocus response is based on the photographer's original field experience and photographic archive. The conservation context has been researched separately using published information from BirdLife South Africa, SANCCOB and South Africa's Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). BirdLife South Africa documen...

Canon Photography Training Rates Cape Town 2026 With Practical Application at Intaka Island | Kirstenbosch Garden | Woodbridge Island Vernon Chalmers Canon Birds in Flight Photography Training Woodbridge Island 2026 Canon EOS / EOS R System Training Cost-effective photography training for assisting the new and more advanced Canon photographer developing specific camera / photography skills. Introductory sessions for new photographers starts from R900 per session (up to four hours 4+). R2 450 for three sessions one-on-one Photography Training Sessions (up to four hours 4+ each). From R950  for the developing / more advanced Canon EOS / EOS R camera per training session (up to four hours 4+). R2 650 for three sessions one-on-one Photography Training Sessions (up to four hours 4+ each). Advanced Autofocus Training Canon EOS R From  R995-00  per training session (up to four hours 4+).  R2 800-00  for three sessions  one-on-one Photography Training Sessions ...

Private Birdlife Photography Sessions | Courses at Kirstenbosch 2026 Learn practical bird and flower photography techniques at Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden in Cape Town. These private Canon photography training sessions combine hands-on field observation with guidance on autofocus, exposure, composition, natural light and visual storytelling in one of South Africa’s most diverse botanical environments. Southern Double-Collared Sunbird at Kirstenbosch © Vernon Chalmers Learn Creative Bird / Flower Photography with your Canon Camera Morning Photography Training Practical Sessions at Kirstenbosch, Cape Town. Facilitator / Photographer: Vernon Chalmers Early morning practical sessions are designed for photographers wanting to improve bird, flower and close-up photography using Canon EOS, EOS R and selected PowerShot camera systems. This is an opportunity for Canon photographers to gain hands-on learning experience how to photograph small birds and wildflowers at Kirstenbosch Nati...

Canon Birds in Flight Photography Training Guide Cape Town Learning Birds in Flight Photography : For Canon EOS / EOS R Cameras 2026. Intaka Island | Woodbridge Island, Cape Town Birds in Flight Photography Training Intaka Island | Woodbridge Island Canon Birds in Flight Photography Training Milnerton, Cape Town Vernon Chalmers facilitates the popular Birds in Flight Photography Workshop / Private Training (for Canon EOS / EOS R) in Milnerton, Cape Town - with hands-on practical sessions along the Diep River, Milnerton Lagoon and around the Table Bay Nature Reserve, Woodbridge Island. Birds in Flight Photography Learning Objective / Training Level For assisting the developing photographer with the understanding and application of introductory to intermediate birds in flight photography in terms of exposure settings / photography techniques / practical sessions (with ongoing Birds in Flight Training support). Bird Photography Training Cape Town (Birds in Flight and Perched Birds) Birds ...

Macro & Close-Up Photography Training for Canon Photographers Explore Macro & Close-Up Photography Training in Cape Town with Vernon Chalmers. Learn focus, lighting, composition and creative detail photography techniques. Macro / Close-Up Photography Training Cape Town Macro & Close-Up Flower Photography Training, Kirstenbosch Garden, Cape Town Vernon Chalmers facilitates Macro / Close-Up Photography Private Training Classes in Milnerton, Cape Town / Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden This is an opportunity for new photographers / experienced photographers with / without Macro lenses to learn more about Macro / Close-up Photography, exposure settings, techniques and various accessories (close-up filters / extension tubes / flash). Small Flower Macro / Close-Up Photography You do not have to own a macro lens to attend this workshop / private training - I will demonstrate various cost-effective ways to capture macro and / or close-up shots (even with your current DSLR and...