Bird Photography w/ Tamron: Hands-On Workshop feat. Image Master David Akoubian & UofM Raptor Center, 27 July

Bird Photography w/ Tamron: Hands-On Workshop feat. Image Master David Akoubian & UofM Raptor Center

National Camera Exchange

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Sun, 27 Jul, 2025 at 10:30 am

1.5 hours

National Camera Exchange (Golden Valley, MN)

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Date & Location

Sun, 27 Jul, 2025 at 10:30 am to 12:00 pm (CDT)

National Camera Exchange (Golden Valley, MN)

8990 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN 55427-4700, United States, Saint Louis Park

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About the event

Bird Photography w/ Tamron: Hands-On Workshop feat. Image Master David Akoubian & UofM Raptor Center
Join us for a captivating U of M Raptor Center event at National Camera Exchange, proudly sponsored by Tamron! Tamron Image Master David Akoubian will lead the photography portion of the event, as he shares expert tips and techniques for capturing powerful, detailed images of birds of prey. With decades of experience in wildlife photography, David’s guidance will help you make the most of your gear and sharpen your skills in this dynamic, controlled setting.

Immerse yourself in the world of raptors as a skilled handler from the U of M showcases four distinct species during the workshop. Discover what defines these majestic birds as raptors and uncover the unique characteristics that set them apart within their group. Prepare to be amazed by an up-close encounter, granting you an extraordinary opportunity to observe and photograph these magnificent birds of prey like never before, surpassing what you would typically experience in the wild.

Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or just starting out, this event is the perfect chance to learn from the pros and elevate your wildlife photography. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness and photograph the awe-inspiring world of raptors, up close and in action! NCE Photo Experts will be available for guidance, alongside David and Tamron Rep Charles Garcia who will have a selection of Tamron lenses available to try during the workshop.


REGISTRATION: $40

Registration for this event closes on Saturday, July 26th at 10pm. Tickets are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early!

Register now >>> https://bit.ly/ECW-Tamron-UofMRaptor-0725


EVENT SCHEDULE

10:15–10:30am • Check-In / Tamron Loaner Gear
10:30–11am • “No Need to Wing It” Bird Photography Tips w/ David
11–11:45am • U of M Raptor Program
11:45am–12pm • Wrap-Up / Return Gear / Final Q&A


LOANER GEAR

As the proud sponsor of this event, Tamron will provide a limited selection of lenses to try out during the workshop, which will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. A valid photo ID and credit card are required to check out gear.


BE PREPARED

Pack your interchangeable lens camera, lenses, and charge up your batteries before the event! We also recommend bringing additional batteries and memory cards just in case.

This event will be held outdoors, rain or shine, in the greenspace behind National Camera Exchange. Please dress accordingly for the weather, and plan to arrive a few minutes early so we can begin the class on time.


PLEASE NOTE

We will not be sending an email for this in-person event, so please be sure to read through the description entirely for full details. If you have any questions about your registration before the event, please email us at Y2xhc3NlcyB8IG5hdGNhbSAhIGNvbQ==.


GET MORE FROM TAMRON

Tamron Rep Charles Garcia will be in-store for a product demo throughout the day on Saturday, from 10am–5pm, so stop by before or after the workshop to see the latest gear from Tamron on display! Learn more >>> https://bit.ly/ECW-Tamron-Demo-0725

Get a step up on your bird photography skills and join us for our Bird Photography Made Easy presentation with Tamron Image Master David Akoubian. Learn more & register >>> https://bit.ly/ECW-Tamron-Bird-0725

Enjoy another opportunity to try out Tamron lenses firsthand as you perfect your portraits during Saturday afternoon’s Natural Light Portraits Workshop with NCE. Learn more & register >>> https://bit.ly/ECW-NCE-NaturalPortraits-0725


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EDUCATION CELEBRATION WEEK: JULY 21–27

This event is part of our Education Celebration Week, July 21–27, which features a variety of unique learning opportunities that will help you polish your photo skills. Join us throughout the week for fun educational events including hands-on workshops, photo walks, one-on-one sessions, vendor classes, and product demos. Plus, you can enter in-store giveaways and enjoy savings on photofinishing, archiving, and select in-store products and accessories!

Check out our full calendar to see all of this year’s Education Celebration Week events >>> https://bit.ly/ECW-2025-Events

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National Camera Exchange (Golden Valley, MN), 8990 Olson Memorial Hwy, Minneapolis, MN 55427-4700, United States, Saint Louis Park

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Bird Photography w/ Tamron: Hands-On Workshop feat. Image Master David Akoubian & UofM Raptor Center, 27 July
Bird Photography w/ Tamron: Hands-On Workshop feat. Image Master David Akoubian & UofM Raptor Center
Sun, 27 Jul, 2025 at 10:30 am