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SPRING IN ARIZONA

BLOOMS, WILDLIFE + MILKY WAY

Join us for a photography workshop that's a wild and offbeat desert fiesta, a whirlwind photographic adventure where wildflowers, wildlife and the Milky Way collide, a great way to kick off Milky Way Season. Water is a powerful thing in the Sonoran Desert and this is spring in Arizona.

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TRIP DATES

APRIL 22ND - 27TH, 2025

This workshop visits three iconic locations in Arizona, during peak wildflower season.

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TRIBE SIZE

Limited to a small group of 8 students with 2 instructors to ensure that everyone receives 1:1 attention.

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DIFFICULTY LEVEL

This photography workshop is open to all experience levels, from beginner to advanced all are welcome.

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HIKING 

This workshop will require moderate hiking (no more than 3 miles) through Rocky or sandy terrain.

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WILDFLOWERS

Water in the desert is powerful. Causing the various cacti to bloom for a limited time, creating visual stunning images.

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MILKY WAY

Focusing on how we can use compositional tools with the Milky Way to take your storytelling to the next level.

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WILDLIFE

Learn how to safely and effectively photograph wild horses, burrowing owls and even bald eagles (if we're lucky).

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UNIQUE CAPTURES

This time of year in Arizona offers unique opportunities for stills and timelapses, bring a second camera if you have one!

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WILDLIFE &
WILDFLOWERS

Photographing wild horses and wildflowers in Arizona is like trying to capture a live-action postcard. As the desert awakens, the wildflowers sprout from their spiked cactus beds and the wild horses, with their windswept manes and carefree attitudes, prance around like they’re starring in an equine documentary. Even the usually stoic mountains seem to be showing off a bit more green, as if to say, "Look, I can be lush too!"

Try not to trip over a cactus while you're getting that perfect shot. It's all part of the wild, wonderful chaos of nature’s own version of the Wild Wild West.

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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

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PLANNING YOUR SHOTS

  • Scouting and evaluating conditions

  • Composing an image to grab the viewers' attention

  • Composing an image with a person in frame to tell a story

  • Utilizing apps for more efficient planning

  • Choosing the right lens and filters for the job

  • How to shoot with a plan for editing

CAPTURING YOUR IMAGE

  • How to capture intimate details and abstract images

  • Histogram - how to read for perfectly exposed images

  • Exposure control. how to use ISO, aperture and shutter speed in different scenarios

  • Bracketing, Perspective blending and focus stacking

  • Long Exposure, how to capture blue hour

  • Creative uses of light at night

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BRING THE IMAGE TO LIFE

  • Lightroom & Photoshop, learn our post processing workflow

  • Luminosity masks

  • Dodging and Burning

  • Understanding layers and masks

  • Removing distractions

  • Creating the orton glow and painting with light

  • Build your social media presence, how to maximize engagement

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PRE & POST
ZOOM SESSIONS

Before we hit the ground running, we'll have a virtual rendezvous on Zoom. Trust us, we're like ninjas when it comes to photography, and we only have one shot (pun intended) to capture the perfect shots. So, we want to make sure you're well-equipped and ready to rock 'n' roll!

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After we've done some serious shutter clicking, it's time for the main event! We're talking an epic editing session where each instructor will spill their secrets and show you how to turn your photos into masterpieces. And the best part? You get to kick back, relax, and soak it all in because we're recording everything for you to binge-watch at your leisure.

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MEET THE TEAM

Our goal is to leave you confident, motivated and passionate about photography with a new set of ideas and perspective. Be sure to check out our ABOUT page to learn more about our guild masters and you future favorite teachers ever!

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JESS SANTOS

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RYAN OSWALD

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GET ALL THE DETAILS HERE

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NEAREST AIRPORT

You will want to fly into

PHOENIX AIRPORT, we suggest you arrive before Noon on the first day or the day before.

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MEETING LOCATION

We will be meeting at our lodging accomodations in Phoenix, Arizona.

ADVENTURE INCLUSIONS

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ALL LODGING ACCOMMODATIONS

We have reserved lodging for the duration of the workshop and each person will have their own designated room.

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PHOTOGRAPHY

INSTRUCTION

In field photography instruction, Post processing instruction and photo critiques are the best part!

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PRE & POST

ZOOM SESSIONS

Spend more time in nature. Then come back to relive those moments with a session in the digital dark room.

NOT INCLUDED

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TRANSPORTATION

Flights / car transportation are not included we are helping attendees source capable, fully equipped vehicles

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MEALS & SNACKS

Meals will often be on the go as we chase light, you will be responsible for your own meals and snacks.

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TRAVEL INSURANCE

With any adventure, it is recommended you have travel insurance, especially for medical emergencies

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RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE

We've got limited space and it's filling up faster than a rocket launch, so make like a shooting star and be the first one to snag your spot. And don't worry, with not one, but TWO photography gurus at your beck and call, you'll have more one-on-one time than a astronaut stuck in the space station with their chatty roommate. They'll help you improve those skills you've been neglecting faster than you can say "Houston, we have a problem".

JOIN THE GUILD AND INVEST IN YOUR PASSION!

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