Martin Culpepper
Martin Culpepper is a 21-year-old photographer based in northern Massachusetts, with a deep passion for capturing the beauty of wildlife through his lens. Specializing in wildlife photography, Martin has spent the last ten years honing his craft, traveling across North America to document the diverse and awe-inspiring creatures that inhabit this continent.
From the rugged landscapes of the Arctic to the lush forests of the Northeast, Martin’s work reflects his dedication to portraying wildlife in their natural environments. His keen eye for detail, patience, and respect for nature allow him to capture intimate, powerful moments that showcase the magnificence of animals in the wild.
Martin continues to push the boundaries of his craft, constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to share his passion for wildlife with the world. Through his photography, he aims to inspire others to appreciate and protect the natural world.
Martin's Seminars & Workshops
WEDS 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
How to find
and ethically Photograph Owls
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: Owls are one of the most mysterious and sought after subjects for both birders and wildlife photographers alike. Their often nocturnal and secretive nature makes them harder to locate and photograph than almost any other group of avian subjects. This program will be focused on how you can effectively and ethically photograph these wonderful animals and produce high-quality photographs of them, along with how to find some specific species to get you started.​
WEDS 3:30 - 4:30 P.M.
Art in the Wild
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: This program dives into how you can bring your wildlife photography to the next level, and surpass the stage of simply documenting your subjects. It will cover how to leverage lighting, perspective, situational awareness, and many other things to allow for creating high quality engaging frames with intentionality, as opposed to letting the wildlife control the whole situation.
If you have ever felt like you want to bring your wildlife photography to the next level, but don’t know where to start, this talk is for you.
THURS 3:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Mastering Depth of Field while Photographing Wildlife at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Alligator Farm, 999 Anastasia Blvd.
Price: $50 + Annual Photo Pass
Photo Pass can be ordered here
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 5
Description: Join Martin for an exciting and educational wildlife photography workshop at the renowned St. Augustine Alligator Farm, where you will learn how to master depth of field and elevate your wildlife photography skills. This hands-on session will teach you the essential techniques for using depth of field to create stunning, professional-quality wildlife images.
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Suggested Gear List: mirrorless or DSLR camera with at least a 400mm lens
FRI 1:00 - 2:30 P.M.
Lightroom for Wildlife Photography
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: As photographers, editing is an integral part of our workflow. Being able to edit a file adequately can be the deciding factor between having an ok image, or having an incredible piece of art. However, these editing softwares are often complex. This talk will cover the fundamentals for how to use Lightroom as a photographer. It will cover global adjustments, color editing techniques, local adjustments through masking, and many other things like new tools that have been released to assist us in decreasing our editing time.
FRI 6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Shorebird Photography at Anastasia State Park
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd.
Price: $50 + Park Entry ($8 per vehicle)
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 5
Description: Join us for an immersive shorebird photography workshop at the beautiful Anastasia State Park, where you will learn the art of capturing stunning images of shorebirds in their natural habitat. This workshop is designed for photographers of all skill levels who want to improve their wildlife photography techniques while respecting and understanding the behavior of these fascinating birds.
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Suggested Gear List: mirrorless or DSLR camera with at least a 400mm lens
FRI 6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Shorebird Photography at Anastasia State Park
Martin's Seminars & Workshops
WEDS 1:00 - 2:00 P.M.
How to find
and ethically Photograph Owls
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: Owls are one of the most mysterious and sought after subjects for both birders and wildlife photographers alike. Their often nocturnal and secretive nature makes them harder to locate and photograph than almost any other group of avian subjects. This program will be focused on how you can effectively and ethically photograph these wonderful animals and produce high-quality photographs of them, along with how to find some specific species to get you started.​
WEDS 3:30 - 4:30 P.M.
Art in the Wild
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: This program dives into how you can bring your wildlife photography to the next level, and surpass the stage of simply documenting your subjects. It will cover how to leverage lighting, perspective, situational awareness, and many other things to allow for creating high quality engaging frames with intentionality, as opposed to letting the wildlife control the whole situation.
If you have ever felt like you want to bring your wildlife photography to the next level, but don’t know where to start, this talk is for you.
THURS 3:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Mastering Depth of Field while Photographing Wildlife at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Alligator Farm, 999 Anastasia Blvd.
Price: $50 + Annual Photo Pass
Photo Pass can be ordered here
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 5
Description: Join Martin for an exciting and educational wildlife photography workshop at the renowned St. Augustine Alligator Farm, where you will learn how to master depth of field and elevate your wildlife photography skills. This hands-on session will teach you the essential techniques for using depth of field to create stunning, professional-quality wildlife images.
​
Suggested Gear List: mirrorless or DSLR camera with at least a 400mm lens
FRI 1:00 - 2:30 P.M.
Lightroom for Wildlife Photography
Classroom Seminar
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: As photographers, editing is an integral part of our workflow. Being able to edit a file adequately can be the deciding factor between having an ok image, or having an incredible piece of art. However, these editing softwares are often complex. This talk will cover the fundamentals for how to use Lightroom as a photographer. It will cover global adjustments, color editing techniques, local adjustments through masking, and many other things like new tools that have been released to assist us in decreasing our editing time.
FRI 6:30 - 8:00 P.M.
Shorebird Photography at Anastasia State Park
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park, 300 Anastasia Park Rd.
Price: $50 + Park Entry ($8 per vehicle)
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 5
Description: Join us for an immersive shorebird photography workshop at the beautiful Anastasia State Park, where you will learn the art of capturing stunning images of shorebirds in their natural habitat. This workshop is designed for photographers of all skill levels who want to improve their wildlife photography techniques while respecting and understanding the behavior of these fascinating birds.
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Suggested Gear List: mirrorless or DSLR camera with at least a 400mm lens
SUN 12:00 - 2:00 P.M.
Discover Your Passion for Photography with Caleb Hoover, Martin Culpepper & Will Misner
Panel Discussion
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.
Ticket Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: Are you interested in photography but not sure where to start, or wondering how to turn your passion into a career? Join us for an inspiring panel discussion with Caleb Hoover, Martin Culpepper & Will Misner - three talented young photographers who will share their personal journeys, insights, and tips on discovering and pursuing your passion for photography.
What You'll Learn:
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Finding Your Photography Style: Hear from each photographer about how they discovered their unique approach, what inspired them, and how they continue to evolve creatively.
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Overcoming Challenges: Learn how these young photographers navigated the challenges of starting in a competitive industry and how they stayed motivated to keep pursuing their passion.
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Turning Passion Into Profession: Gain valuable advice on how to transition from hobbyist to professional, including building a portfolio, networking, and finding opportunities in the photography world.
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Q&A Session: Ask your own questions to the panelists and get personalized advice on how to take your photography skills and passion to the next level.
This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in photography, whether you’re just starting out or looking for new inspiration. Come hear from the next generation of photographers who are making their mark in the world of visual storytelling!
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