2012 Photography Workshops
2012 Photography Workshops
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All photography workshops are priced at $699.00 and $825.00 in 2012. Pricing is for instruction only. Participants on my photography workshops are responsible for their own lodging, meals and transportation. We will meet at selected motels (listed under photography workshop descriptions) and car pool to photo locations.
Photography Workshop Cancellation policy- full refund if at least 30 days advance notice is given, less than 30 days, a 60% refund will be returned. If the workshop has less than 3 signups, Chuck reserves the right to cancel the workshop 30 days in advance with a full refund given.
Though most of the classes stick close to the roadway, you should be fit enough to do at least a 3-mile round trip hike with a certain amount of elevation gain expected.
Spousal policy: At this point, I still do not charge if you want to bring your spouse along for the ride (no cameras or instruction). In leui of a fee, spouses should be prepared to help drive and buy me lunch!
All photography workshops convene on a Thursday evening where we will get to know each other and go over our plans for the next 2-3 and half days. There will also be time for a portfolio review, so bring along your prints or laptop. We generally go out for a sunrise shoot, take a mid-day break, reconvene for a Photoshop/ digital class session and then go out for the evening/ sunset shoot.
I’ve put together another exciting photo workshop schedule together for 2012 with several new locations and a few good old standards. The new schedule is especially designed for those of you who keep coming back! From dramatic landscapes brimming with wildflowers, roaring waterfalls and golden autumn colors to the human element of cityscapes and architecture, there is something for everyone. You can sign up with other “more publicized” workshops and be herded in with the masses. With our line of workshops you can be guaranteed of an abundance of personal attention as our class size ranges from 3-9 students. If we have over 9 sign-ups, there will a special guest photographer who will assist us.
I’ve been teaching these photography workshops for quite a few years now and there is no substitute for spending your time with an experienced professional photographer who knows the best locations and the best times to be there. Our photography workshops don’t bring in out-of-state photographer instructors who don’t know their way around! These are no-stress workshops; I utilize a laid-back teaching approach that works very well, no matter what your skill level is.
Equipment suggestions for the workshops
A sturdy tripod is a necessity for good landscapes. Participants should have a working knowledge of their equipment (know which button does what!) before the workshop. I suggest a SLR camera with a wide-angle lens, (17-35mm range) and a zoom or fixed lens, like a 70-200 or 300mm. We have also had some point and shoot shooters attend as well; so don’t feel you have buy that latest and greatest. There’s a lot to learn just by seeing things. We also touch on working on your images in the computer during our afternoon class sessions. My main philosophy in teaching these workshops is teaching the camera basics in manual mode, like shutter speed and aperture, so you can control what the final image looks like instead of the camera. Most importantly I will attempt to teach you the art of “learning to see”. It really helps with compositions. I’ll convince you of all the advantages of shooting digital images in the RAW format. You will be amazed at how much better your images will look after a weekend! I’ve had a great track record of past students who have made significant strides in their photography skills.
Once you have decided upon a workshop you can pay online by clicking here. Please note that I do not block a set or rooms at the local motels. Make your reservations early!
March 18-23 Spring Migration, Nebraska Birding
I am doing a custom workshop during the last week of March for the spectacular sandhill crane migration along the Platte River in central Nebraska. We will spend the first two days photographing the sandhill cranes near Kearney. You can stay in town and I would like to spend one overnight in the Rowe Sanctuary blind (optional) along the river, which is an unbelievable experience. If the thought of spending the night in the blind is too much for you, don’t sweat it as there are plenty of options for photographing the birds along various spots on the river, I will get you set up. There are also blinds in the Rainwater Basin where we can photograph various migrating waterfowl during the day.
Lodging in Kearney; http://www.visitkearney.org/HOTEL-or-MOTEL
http://www.rowesanctuary.org/viewing%20info.htm
http://www.rowesanctuary.org/photo%20blinds.htm (overnight blind)
After the cranes, we will head about 100 miles north to the Calamus Ranch near Burwell, where we will spend two mornings shooting from blinds for prairie chickens and sharp-tailed grouse. The ranch has cabins and dinner/breakfast is included with the bird guiding and blinds.
http://www.calamusoutfitters.com/index.htm
I would suggest having a large lens for this trip like a 400,500 or 600mm with a Wimberly head. You can rent lenses and heads at;
If you have ever wanted to witness one of the great natural spectacles in the world, then consider joining me for spring migration in central Nebraska this March. It is an unprecedented opportunity for fantastic birding images.
Please contact me to get on the list and for more details. It is a popular place come spring and we will want to make our reservations by the first week of January.
Check out my video from last years trip.
Workshop Price $825.00 (4 days)
We will meet @ 4pm on Sunday, March 18th at the Best Western in Kearney 308-237-5185. http://bestwesternnebraska.com/kearney-hotels
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April 19-22 Zion National Park, Utah
Start your spring photography off the right way by joining me for a great weekend exploring wonderful Zion National Park. Cactus and wildflowers will be blooming, waterfalls will be flowing and perhaps we will come across a herd of desert bighorn sheep. We will also check out the Kolob Canyon section of the park and may visit the pink sand dunes of nearby Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park.
We will meet at 6pm on Thursday, April 19th at the Cable Mountain Lodge, http://www.cablemountainlodge.com/ 435-772-3366
Workshop Pricing $699.00
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May 17-20 The National Bison Range & Mission Valley of Montana
May is one of my favorite months to shoot images in Montana. It’s greening up in the valley floor, there is abundant water with lots of migrating birds and there are dramatic snow-capped mountains looming over this spectacular landscape. One of the best places in which to capture this picture postcard environment is the Mission Valley of Montana. The valley is extremely striking with the Mission Mountain Range rising abruptly in the east from the valley floor. There really aren’t too many places in Montana that can rival this setting. From our base in Polson, we will have amazing opportunities to capture springtime in Montana at its finest. Flathead Lake, the largest freshwater natural lake in the west should have cherry orchards in bloom, the National Bison Range will just be opening and there should be newborn bison calves, there are cool looking clay cliffs along the Flathead River and plenty of rural roads with access to the Ninepipe and Pablo National Wildlife Refuges with their wealth of birds are just some of the possibilities with this special workshop.
We will meet at 6pm on Thursday, May 17th at the Best Western lobby in Polson.
Kwataqnuk Best Western Inn, http://www.kwataqnuk.com/ 406-883-3636
Workshop Price $699.00
Get inspired for this workshop by ordering "Montana Unforgettable."
June 14-18 The Front Range of the Rocky Mountains Montana
The Rocky Mountain Front in Montana is one of most scenic locations on the planet! The transition from prairies to dramatic snow capped mountain peaks can't be beat for inspiring images. This has been one of my favorite locations to shoot for many years, so take advantage as I lead you to my "go to" locations that will be brimming with wildflowers, flowing creeks and plenty of birds and wildlife. From our base in the quaint little town of Choteau we will have an array of options and the class is an extra day long to take advantage of all the wonderful photo opportunities.
We will meet on Thursday, June 14th at 6pm at the Stage Stop Inn in Choteau.
http://www.stagestopinn.com/ 406-466-5900
Workshop price $825.00
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June 28- July 1 Theodore Roosevelt National Park in North Dakota
This park is a real gem. It’s almost been like a second home to me, as I love to explore the badlands of this uncrowded national park. It is the second best park that I have been to (next to Yellowstone) for photographing wildlife. Amongst the scenic badlands are herds of elk, mule deer and bison. Not to mention bands of wild horses and smaller mammals and birds. The middle of June is a great time to visit, as the prairie will be greened up with lots of wildflowers. Don’t miss this special workshop; you will come back with many great images!
We will meet at 6pm on Thursday June 28 at the American Inn, http://www.americinn.com/hotels/ND/Medora 701-623-4800
More lodging options in Medora; http://www.medora.com/
The National Park also has great camping spots along the Little Missouri River.
Workshop Price $699.00
Get inspired for this workshop by ordering Chuck's North Dakota and Theodore Roosevelt "Impressions" books.
July 12-16, 2012 Grand Teton National Park and Wyoming
Is there a more dramatic setting in all of the American West than the jagged snow-capped peaks of Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming? We will spend several days in the park exploring the many awesome vistas containing remarkable reflections along the Snake River and small lakes, wildflowers and wildlife such as moose. We will also check out the surrounding area near Jackson or the cowboy town of Dubois.
We will meet at 6pm on Thursday, July 12th at the Signal Mountain Lodge which is located right in the heart of Grand Teton National Park.
http://www.signalmountainlodge.com/ 307-543-2831 There is also camping at Signal Mountain.
Workshop price $825.00
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