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Photography Guidelines

The very first thing is Know Your Zoo. If you are able to, purchase a season pass. A onetime trip to the zoo isn't the best way to complete photographic justice for the subjects there. Start out by going for the zoo's... (more)




Shooting Locations 

Most modern zoos tend to have the habitat at roughly eye level using the viewing public, and that’s a good thing, particularly for photography. We’re going to get the most connection using the animal when the viewer and the animal are at eye... (more)




Zoo Etiquette and Behavior

Photography in the zoo is most likely the simplest and most inexpensive method to build the photographer portfolio.This is why it's important that photographers maintain a cordial relationship with the individuals who... (more)



 

Professional Protocol and the Law

Usually, you are able to use the pictures that you take at zoos for your personal personal enjoyment and for educational purposes. You CAN'T generally sell these images as the zoo owns the property and reserves the rights to the... (more)