Art of Seeing: Photography Workshop
1-Day Workshop
Observation & Composition
Art of Seeing - Composition and Observation 1 Day Workshop - You pick the date
The Art of Seeing Photography Workshop focuses on observation and composition in Landscape and Nature Photography. This full day workshop will teach you many new photography skills while we practice in stunning landscapes. Composition is often the single most challenging aspects of Nature Photography for many people. We will practice in the field under various conditions and with different subjects.
All photography skill levels are welcome, from beginner to advanced. You’ll receive 1:1 professional instruction along with time to practice for yourself. This workshop is NOT a tour by any means, it’s a focused workshop to learn and have fun!
The Details
The Art of Seeing: Composition & Observation
1-Day Photography Workshop
This specialized workshop is all about building skills for composition. We’ll work through a few exercises and get our eyes warmed up.
I’ll work with you throughout the day as we practice seeing and ultimately composing with confidence. This 1-Day workshop is great for building foundations of composition, regardless of your photographic journey so far.
Physical Requirements
- Minimal hiking is required for most locations.
- Hiking is customized for your abilities.
- You must be able to carry and transport all of your own photography gear. We’re able to help within reason. If you need assistance, please arrange this with me prior to booking.
Best Time to Visit
- Anytime. Observation skills and composition practice happens in all seasons and conditions. Whenever your here is the best time:)
What to Bring
- Camera Body (Digital or Film)
- Various lenses. We generally use anything from an ultra wide-angle to medium telephoto. Rarely do we ever need anything wider than 14mm. Please contact me with any questions ahead of our scheduled day.
- Tripod (highly recommended)
- Extra Batteries/charger.
- Circular Polarizer*
- Graduated Neutral Density filters*
- Extra memory cards/film (you’ll use them, guaranteed!)
- Hiking shoes/boots. We don’t recommend sandals or flip flops due to the rugged terrain.
- Sunscreen/water/snacks
- Extra layers. It can be cold at sunrise and sunset, even in the summer!
- No Food is provided.
Cancellation Policy
- Artist Series Workshops are fully prepaid when booking.
- Cancellations 60 days or more from the workshop date will receive a full refund minus a $300 non-refundable deposit.
- Cancellations within 60 days of the workshop date are non-refundable. You may apply paid monies towards a different workshop based upon availability. Custom Workshops are available so we’ll work with you in the event you need to cancel within the 60 days of a workshop date.
- Please note “days” are full calendar days.
Why Are Observation & Composition Important in Nature Photography?
“A mediocre man copying nature will never produce a work of art, because he really looks without seeing, and though he may have noted each detail minutely, the result will be flat and without character… the artist on the contrary, sees; that is to say, his eye, grafted on his heart, reads deeply into the bosom of nature.”
~ Auguste Rodin ~
This workshop is all about teaching you to observe in the field and using those observations to build compositions. Practicing observation is a useful skill which must be demonstrated and practiced in the field. We’ll identify areas of opportunity, explore and make note of our observations.
This workshop is intentionally slow paced to allow time to observe, explore and notice. This also allows time to work on each and every composition with deliberation. We’ll identify compositional elements and walk through each composition together. This workshop will give you skills and practice to discover compositions on your own, no matter where you travel. Join me and see for yourself.
Workshop Focus
Art of Seeing
Observation & Composition
1 Day Workshop
- Observing Nature and using observations for compositions.
- Building a Composition from the sky to the foreground or from foreground to sky.
- Learning where to look to find interesting elements in Nature. Certain areas are richer in opportunities no matter your location.
- Lens selection to create the image based upon observations and compositional elements.
- Seeing beyond the obvious elements in Nature. This requires slowing down and spending time with the subjects.
- Slow Photography approach. We're not going to rush this day chasing conditions.
- Enjoying the landscape wherever we are!
Logistics
Art of Seeing
Observation & Composition
1 Day Workshop
- Mid morning to late afternoon shooting, no sunrise or sunset. Approximately 8 hours shooting.
- Pick Up from your lodging.
- Meeting Time 90 Minutes AFTER Sunrise
- Flexible and Custom Itinerary.
Light to moderate hiking only. Hiking a short distance generally offers the best exploration and subjects. For those wishing to hike more, this workshop can be customized to include as much hiking as you want.
Meeting details and itinerary will be sent upon confirming your Art of Seeing Photography Workshop.
Pricing
Art of Seeing
Observation & Composition
1 Day Workshop
- $750 for one Photographer.
- 2 People Max, Single Group Only
- Private Instruction - 1 on 1 learning
- 1 Day Workshop - No lodging Included
- Transportation Provided
- Multiple Days Available Upon Request