Bird Photos Can Be Graded Like This? Recreating the Instagram Teal Look

Bird photography cultivates patience and sensibility — a beloved subject among photography enthusiasts.

But after seeing enough of these photos, aesthetic fatigue sets in. How can we grade wildlife photos with more personality?

In today's tutorial, Thomas works from a photo taken by Canon R5 Club member Yang Ke in Sanjiangyuan National Park.

Camera: Canon EOS R5

Lens: Canon RF100-500mm F4.5-7.1 L IS USM

Settings: ISO500 f/7.1 1/500s 500mm

Referencing the styles of Instagram-favorite photographers Fursty and mankeyfoto, we'll grade this photo into a more stylized, popular dark-teal tone, giving the bird photo a different mood and character.

You're also welcome to submit your wildlife photos in the "Canon Club" mini-program!

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Personalized grading gives bird photos a distinct mood and character — and recording and sharing the wildlife we encounter is itself a powerful way to awaken people's desire to protect nature.