Photography Training and Capacity Building in Nepal
Om Prakash Yadav designs and delivers wildlife photography training and capacity building programs across Nepal for wildlife guides, conservation organizations, and protected area staff. His trainings focus on building practical field photography skills while promoting ethical wildlife photography, responsible tourism, and accurate visual documentation of species and habitats. These programs support conservation communication, education, and long term stewardship of Nepal’s natural heritage.
Recent Trainings and Workshops
15-Day Advanced Photography & Basic Post-Processing Training
5 January 2026 – 20 January 2026
A 15-day training on advanced photography and basic post-processing, organized by the Lalitpur Metropolitan Office as a skill-building initiative for local youths. The training focused on practical camera techniques, visual composition, field-based learning, and essential post-processing workflows. The program aimed to strengthen visual literacy and support creative skill development among young participants..
Organized by: Lalitpur Metropolitan City Ward 20 Office
Wildlife Photography: Lenses, Gear, & Professional Opportunities
17 January 2026 | Kathmandu, Nepal
A three-hour workshop focused on practical lens selection, field gear use, and professional opportunities in wildlife photography. The session covered real-world gear choices for different wildlife situations, ethical field practices, and the realities of building a career in conservation, research documentation, media, tourism, and education.
The workshop was designed to connect technical knowledge with field experience, helping participants make informed decisions and understand responsible pathways in wildlife photography.
Organized by: Nikon School Nepal
Wildlife Photography and Ethics Training for Wildlife Guides Across Nepal
19 December 2025 – 29 December 2025
A national level training program for wildlife guides from Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve, Amatari (Nawalparasi), Kasara (Chitwan National Park), Sauraha (Chitwan), Bardia National Park, and Shuklaphanta Wildlife Reserve.
The training focused on improving wildlife photography skills, ethical field practices, and responsible documentation for conservation and sustainable tourism.
Organized by: UNDP Sustainable Tourism Project (STP) and Nepal Tourism Board
Wildlife Photography Masterclass: Winter Visitor Birds
22 November 2025 | Kathmandu, Nepal
A beginner-focused wildlife photography workshop with emphasis on identifying and photographing winter visitor bird species in and around Kathmandu Valley. The session covered basic camera settings, field techniques, and ethical bird photography practices.
Organized by: Nikon School Nepal
Through the Wild Lens: Field-tested Lessons from the Himalayas
1 November 2025 | Bangkok, Thailand
A wildlife photography masterclass sharing field-based experience from the Himalayas, focusing on working in remote environments, understanding animal behavior, and using photography for conservation storytelling.
Organized by: Photohostel & Photo Cafe Bangkok, and Gehendra Dhimal Foundation
Basics of Shooting Documentaries
23 August 2025 and 30 August 2025 | Budhanilkantha School, Kathmandu
A two-day workshop for students on documentary filmmaking, covering concept development, scripting, shooting, basic editing, and storytelling from field to final delivery.
Organized by: Nikon School Nepal