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October 20–24, 2027 | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
Experience the extraordinary beauty of autumn in the Great Smoky Mountains, where vibrant hardwood forests, cascading mountain streams, atmospheric valleys, and layers of mist-covered ridges create one of America's most captivating photographic landscapes.
Join photographer Andrew Slaton for five days exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park during the fall color season. From intimate woodland compositions and flowing water to expansive mountain vistas, this expedition is designed to help you develop your creative vision while photographing the rich textures and colors of the southern Appalachians.
We'll focus on working with natural light, capturing the movement of water, and finding compelling compositions in both grand landscapes and the smallest details of the forest. Our itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of changing foliage, weather, and photographic conditions.
The Experience
Five days of guided landscape and nature photography instruction
Sunrise and sunset field sessions planned around favorable conditions
Autumn foliage, cascading streams, waterfalls, forest details, and layered mountain landscapes
Instruction in long exposures, filtration, composition, exposure, and creative techniques
Guided hikes and walks through scenic mountain environments
Image reviews, post-processing instruction, and constructive feedback
Pre-workshop preparation materials and a personal Q&A session
Small-group experience with a maximum 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio
Four nights of double-occupancy lodging near the national park
Transportation between photography locations during the workshop
Applicable park-related fees, bottled water, and field snacks
Expedition Details
Dates: October 20–24, 2027
Location: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee & North Carolina
Workshop Base: Townsend, Tennessee
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Meeting Location: Group accommodations in Townsend, Tennessee
Start: Wednesday, October 20, at 3:00 PM
Finish: Sunday, October 24; final departure time to be confirmed
Fitness Level: Moderate; trail hiking
Photography Focus: Autumn landscapes, waterfalls, moving water, and intimate nature photography
Photography Experience: All skill levels welcome
Minimum Enrollment: 4 participants
Accommodations & Meals
Four nights of accommodations near the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park are included. We'll stay together in a vacation rental or motel in the Townsend area. Rooms are based on double occupancy, with single-occupancy options potentially available for an additional charge.
Bottled water and field snacks are included. Other meals are the responsibility of each participant. We'll generally enjoy meals together in Townsend, Gatlinburg, or surrounding areas whenever our photography schedule allows.
Transportation between photography locations during the workshop is included. Participants are responsible for travel to and from our accommodations in Townsend, meals, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
Pricing & Reservations
Total Expedition Price: $2,500 per person
A $500 nonrefundable deposit secures your reservation and is applied toward the total expedition price. The remaining $2,000 balance is due 90 days before departure.
Deposits may be transferred once to an approved replacement participant.
Cancellations received at least 90 days before departure are eligible for a refund of payments beyond the deposit. Payments are nonrefundable for cancellations received fewer than 90 days before departure, except where required by applicable law.
Please review our Expedition Terms & Conditions before booking.
By completing your reservation, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
October 20–24, 2027 | Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
Experience the extraordinary beauty of autumn in the Great Smoky Mountains, where vibrant hardwood forests, cascading mountain streams, atmospheric valleys, and layers of mist-covered ridges create one of America's most captivating photographic landscapes.
Join photographer Andrew Slaton for five days exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park during the fall color season. From intimate woodland compositions and flowing water to expansive mountain vistas, this expedition is designed to help you develop your creative vision while photographing the rich textures and colors of the southern Appalachians.
We'll focus on working with natural light, capturing the movement of water, and finding compelling compositions in both grand landscapes and the smallest details of the forest. Our itinerary will remain flexible to take advantage of changing foliage, weather, and photographic conditions.
The Experience
Five days of guided landscape and nature photography instruction
Sunrise and sunset field sessions planned around favorable conditions
Autumn foliage, cascading streams, waterfalls, forest details, and layered mountain landscapes
Instruction in long exposures, filtration, composition, exposure, and creative techniques
Guided hikes and walks through scenic mountain environments
Image reviews, post-processing instruction, and constructive feedback
Pre-workshop preparation materials and a personal Q&A session
Small-group experience with a maximum 6:1 student-to-instructor ratio
Four nights of double-occupancy lodging near the national park
Transportation between photography locations during the workshop
Applicable park-related fees, bottled water, and field snacks
Expedition Details
Dates: October 20–24, 2027
Location: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee & North Carolina
Workshop Base: Townsend, Tennessee
Duration: 5 days / 4 nights
Meeting Location: Group accommodations in Townsend, Tennessee
Start: Wednesday, October 20, at 3:00 PM
Finish: Sunday, October 24; final departure time to be confirmed
Fitness Level: Moderate; trail hiking
Photography Focus: Autumn landscapes, waterfalls, moving water, and intimate nature photography
Photography Experience: All skill levels welcome
Minimum Enrollment: 4 participants
Accommodations & Meals
Four nights of accommodations near the entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park are included. We'll stay together in a vacation rental or motel in the Townsend area. Rooms are based on double occupancy, with single-occupancy options potentially available for an additional charge.
Bottled water and field snacks are included. Other meals are the responsibility of each participant. We'll generally enjoy meals together in Townsend, Gatlinburg, or surrounding areas whenever our photography schedule allows.
Transportation between photography locations during the workshop is included. Participants are responsible for travel to and from our accommodations in Townsend, meals, travel insurance, and personal expenses.
Pricing & Reservations
Total Expedition Price: $2,500 per person
A $500 nonrefundable deposit secures your reservation and is applied toward the total expedition price. The remaining $2,000 balance is due 90 days before departure.
Deposits may be transferred once to an approved replacement participant.
Cancellations received at least 90 days before departure are eligible for a refund of payments beyond the deposit. Payments are nonrefundable for cancellations received fewer than 90 days before departure, except where required by applicable law.
Please review our Expedition Terms & Conditions before booking.
By completing your reservation, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.