Education Extra
"Caught in Motion – Photographing Action" with Steve Gettle
Tuesday, April 1, 2025

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Want to learn how to go beyond simply making static portraits of your subjects? Technological advances have now made stop-action photography accessible to virtually every photographer. This all-new program starts off with using just your camera, natural light, and auto-focus for subjects on the move, such as birds in flight and running animals. We will discuss special exposure techniques for action, acquiring initial focus-lock, tracking your subject, optimizing your auto focus, and the creative doors opened by adding a simple infrared trigger system and much more!
To register, email statecollegephotoclub@gmail.com. Registration is free for club members and non-members.
Biography
Steve Gettle is a renowned nature photographer whose work captures the breathtaking beauty and intricate details of the natural world. With a career spanning over four decades, Steve has traveled to some of the most remote and pristine wilderness areas across the globe, from the lush forests of Borneo to the rugged landscapes of the Far North.
Steve’s passion for nature and photography began in his youth, nurtured by countless hours spent exploring the outdoors and observing wildlife. This early fascination with the natural world laid the foundation for his future career. Steve quickly developed a keen eye for composition, lighting, and the unique behaviors of wildlife, skills that have earned him a distinguished place in the field of nature photography.
Steve’s images are celebrated for their vivid attention to detail, striking use of color, and ability to convey the spirit and character of his subjects. His work not only showcases the beauty of wildlife and natural scenes but also promotes conservation and environmental awareness. Through his lens, viewers are invited to experience the majesty of animals in their habitats, from a delicate butterfly resting on a flower to a powerful leopard hunting in the forests of Africa.
In addition to his photographic achievements, Steve is a dedicated educator and mentor. He conducts workshops and presentations, sharing his expertise and love for photography with aspiring photographers and nature enthusiasts alike. His approachable teaching style and deep knowledge have inspired countless individuals to pursue their own journeys in nature photography.
Steve Gettle’s photographs have been widely published in books, calendars, and leading nature magazines, and his work has been featured in galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Each image, a testament to his patience, technical skill, and unwavering dedication to his craft, and each image stands as a tribute to the wonders of the natural world and an invitation to preserve and protect it for future generations.