LANDSCAPES/ WATER/ FALL COLOR
October 17-20, 2024
The Appalachian Mountains are the oldest mountain range in the world. The gently rolling ridges, covered in deciduous trees, and deep canyons with cascading waters, hold myriad visual opportunities for every level of photographer. Fall in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina will be the backdrop for this beautiful workshop as we focus on leaf color, layering landscapes, and photographing moving water.
LOCATION:
TOWNSEND, TN
FITNESS:
MODERATE, TRAIL HIKING
COST:
$2000 ($500 deposit)
DATES:
OCTOBER 17-20, 2024
THE DETAILS
Price - $2000 which includes your pre-workshop materials and Skype Q&A, 4 days of photography instruction, all park fees, 3 nights lodging (Thurs. - Sun.), bottled waters and snacks in the field, and photo feedback and discussion sessions. Transportation to and from the park and within the park, lunch, dinner, and all other expenses are not included.
Deposit - A refundable* $500 deposit is required to secure your spot.
Class Size - This class will have at most a 8 to 1 ratio of students to instructor. A minimum of 4 participants is required for this workshop to occur. Discounts may be available for multiple people in one party, and friend referrals.
Lodging - We will be staying as a group very close to the entrance of Great Smoky National Park in an Airbnb or motel. Cost includes double occupancy rooms, but single occupancy may be available at extra cost to the student.
Meals - Snacks and water are provided, but meals are the responsibility of the student. We will tend to eat as a group in Townsend, Gatlinburg, etc., so please make arrangements if you have special dietary needs.
Transportation – Once in the park, Andrew will drive the group to each location.
* Please see Terms and Conditions page for refund policy.
“I had an amazing time at the workshop. Andrew goes well above expected teaching and accommodated all levels of learning. He evaluated, addressed, and tailored his teaching to each person’s specific needs. He was flexible and open to the group and constantly assessing our needs as a group. I thoroughly enjoyed hiking, shooting, learning, making friends, and laughing in a fun supportive environment.”
— Andrea H., Albuquerque, NM
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Pre-workshop Personal Skype Session – Before all of our destination workshops, you can benefit from a personal Q&A Skype session at your convenience with Andrew, to ask any questions you might have about your upcoming trip. This is immensely helpful to gat to know your instructor, and to making sure you feel prepared for the great adventure ahead!
Welcome Packet - You will receive your personalized welcome packet 2-6 weeks before the workshop with maps, helpful local info, nature facts, FAQ’s, technical photography information on what we will be discussing, a comprehensive list of what to bring, and more.
Park Related Fees – We believe in and support our National Parks system, so a portion of your tuition goes right back to help protect the park you love!
Numerous Guided Hikes – We may embark on one hike per day through the intensely beautiful landscape of the Smoky Mountains. We will explore the myriad flora and fauna of both ecosystems, shooting anything and everything in nature, discussing a wide range of photographic tips and techniques.
Water, and snacks – Plenty of bottled water and snacks throughout the day will be provided.
Image Reviews + Post-Processing Instruction - We will spend some good time on image critiques plus help with post-processing and workflow.
What’s NOT Included? Meals are not included, though we will try to eat together as much as possible, since it's a great chance to continue talking shop. Transportation to and from our lodging in Townsend is also not included, as well as anything not specifically listed above. Travel insurance can be purchased separately, HERE, but not necessary.
ROUGH ITINERARY
Due to unpredictable changes in weather and movement of wildlife, etc., our schedule remains flexible and subject to change. However, our start and end times are set in stone so each student can plan their travel accordingly.
Thursday - We will be meeting in Townsend, TN at our accommodations promptly at 3:00pm, we will then head out into the field as quickly as possible to have some fun! We will hit the ground running and not finish until later Thursday night, after a sunset shoot.
Friday - Rise early to photograph sunrise. Break for lunch together with discussion. Rest time! Regroup at 3 to head to the next location to shoot afternoon/ evening light. Break for dinner together.
Saturday - Rise early to photograph sunrise and shoot at several locations throughout the morning. Break for lunch together with discussion. rest time! Regroup at 3 to head to the next location to shoot afternoon/ evening light. Break for dinner together.
Sunday - Rise early again to photograph sunrise and shoot at several locations throughout the morning. Break for lunch together with our laptops to discuss and critique our work from the trip! We will then head out to shoot and learn throughout the afternoon and evening. The workshop officially ends after sundown, but students are highly encouraged to stay in the park as long as possible to continue exploring.
Itinerary subject to change by Slaton
