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2023 Photography Retreats!


Photo FUN in 23!!  Here's a brief summary of what I have in store for you next year.  For the first time, I'll be going international, we'll be including another experience-based retreat, and as always, framing the west while composing compelling visual stories as only found in the ranch life environment, perhaps most importantly...developing your style.  Each retreat has its own unique scenery and events to photograph while always having the opportunity to dive deep into the photography experience.  Unless otherwise specified, all retreats begin on a Thursday afternoon and end Sunday mid-morning, food and lodging IS INCLUDED...you just need to get there!
 
You know these fill fast, please don't hesitate to secure your spot!

April 13th - 16th, Ogden, UT - Western Photography and Cooking with Celeb Chef, Waylynn Lucas!

Building off an incredible retreat from last year, we'll again strive for full bellies and memory cards while learning all about cooking and photography! Not only will you learn photography, you'll also be learning to cook with Waylynn!  You'll want to fly in Thursday because the retreat will start 6p that evening with a meet/greet at the CJD Ranch.  The first morning (Friday) starts with lighting using both natural and artificial while on location. Friday night we'll be chasing the sunset with the cowboys and cowgirls!!

The second day (Saturday) is all about the western cooking experience with Waylynn. From her famous biscuits in the morning to an amazing lunch, and ending with a mouthwatering steak cooked over the campfire, one thing's for sure...you won't leave hungry. Throughout the day I'll be leading you through photography techniques in the kitchen using tabletop photography ideas with the dishes you prepare. We'll be using artificial and natural lighting weaving in compositional and perspective elements to make your food look the best. Sunday is always our wrap up leaving the ranch around 11a.

This is an all-inclusive learning experience, meaning, your meals, beverages, and accommodations are provided. All you have to do is bring your equipment and get here! There's only room for 6 participants. A detailed agenda will be sent out to you 30-days prior to the retreat start.  Getting here: Salt Lake City international airport code is: SLC - our airport is very friendly flying in and out of. From there you'll be driving 45 minutes north to Ogden, UT.

Registration
https://bit.ly/April2023retreat_waylynn
 

May 11th - 14th, Ogden, UT - BRANDING with Flying O Cattle!

Getting up early in the morning, gathering cows, separating, firing up the branding stove, and letting the ropes fly! You'll want to get here Thursday as we start with a meet and greet that evening at 6. On Friday, we'll focus on camera basics along with in-depth lighting using both natural and artificial while on location.

Then using those skills we'll go out chasing sunsets Friday evening.  Saturday is branding!  Using those skills learned on Friday will help you create storytelling images on Saturday. I'll help you cover their branding showing you techniques you might not think possible while telling a visual story. It’s not just a snapshot, it’s a story.®  Don't miss out on one of the most unique ranch life opportunities here!

This is an all-inclusive learning experience, meaning, your meals, beverages, and accommodations are provided. All you have to do is bring your equipment and get here! There's only room for 8 participants. A detailed agenda will be sent out to you 30-days prior to retreat start.  Getting here: Salt Lake City international airport code is: SLC - our airport is very friendly flying in and out of. From there you'll be driving 45 minutes north to Ogden, UT.

Registration
https://bit.ly/May2023Retreat_Branding1
 

May 18th - 21st, Ogden, UT - BRANDING (with a twist) with Flying O Cattle!

This branding might have a twist to it…costumes anyone?! Ranch Life is getting up early in the morning, gathering cows, separating, firing up the branding stove, and letting the ropes fly! You'll want to get here Thursday as we start with a meet and greet that evening at 6. On Friday, we'll focus on camera basics along with in-depth lighting using both natural and artificial while on location.

Then, using those skills we'll go out chasing sunsets Friday evening.  Saturday is branding!  Using those skills learned on Friday will help you create storytelling images on Saturday. I'll help you cover their branding showing you techniques you might not think possible while telling a visual story. It’s not just a snapshot, it’s a story.® Don't miss out on one of the most unique ranch life opportunities here!

This is an all-inclusive learning experience, meaning, your meals, beverages, and accommodations are provided. All you have to do is bring your equipment and get here! There's only room for 8 participants. A detailed agenda will be sent out to you 30-days prior to the retreat start.  Getting here: Salt Lake City international airport code is: SLC - our airport is very friendly flying in and out of. From there you'll be driving 45 minutes north to Ogden, UT.

Registration
https://bit.ly/May2023Retreat_Branding2
 

SOLD OUT ***May 25th - 28th, Leoti, Kansas - BRANDING with Perry Quarter Horses!***

This is, RANCH LIFE! This retreat is in an incredible location with tons of #photonerdy opportunities, from windmills and reflections to working out on the ranch. It doesn't get more authentic than this right here! You'll want to be there Thursday as we start with a meet and greet that evening at 6. On Friday, we'll focus on camera basics along with lighting using both natural and artificial while on location.

Then using those skills we'll go out chasing sunsets Friday evening with their horses.  We'll create images at their branding on the second day. This is all YOU!  I'll help you cover their branding by getting images that you might not otherwise get.  We're not just taking snapshots, we're telling stories.

This is an all-inclusive learning experience, meaning, your meals, beverages, and accommodations are provided.  All you have to do is bring your equipment and get here!  There is only room for 8 participants.  You'll all be staying at the shared guest house and learning together on the ranch.  You'll learn, lighting, and lighting techniques (natural and artificial), Lightroom and Photoshop, we'll also talk about business & social media!  The retreat begins 6pm Thursday evening and ends early Sunday afternoon.  A detailed agenda with the exact location will be sent out to you a few weeks prior to the retreat's start.

Getting There: Leoti, KS is located 3.5 hours from Denver International Airport.  You can also fly into Garden City, KS - the ranch can arrange transportation from there.  Use airport code DIA for Denver, or GCK when booking!

Registration
https://bit.ly/ksphotoretreat
 

July 13th - 16th, Ogden, UT - LONG EXPOSURE

The Milky Way, shooting stars, light painting, LONG nights, and lots of coffee (yaawwwn).  Tripods and wide-angle lenses are required for this retreat.  I'll walk you through using your cameras for the basics of light painting and long-exposure photography.

Armed with caffeine, the highlight of this retreat will be going out together in the dead of the evening and creating those Milky Way images while using other creative techniques to make unique images under a sky full of stars.  At this retreat, you will be up late at night.

The first night (Thur) starts with a meet and greet along with participant and host(s) presentations.  On the second day (Friday), we'll be using artificial light to deliberately make images using light painting techniques. Then, on Saturday using those skills, we'll focus on the Milky Way.  Finally, on Sunday we'll be wrapping up.

This is an all-inclusive learning experience, meaning, your meals, beverages, and accommodations are provided.  All you have to do is bring your equipment and get here!  There's only room for 6 participants.  A detailed agenda will be sent out to you 30-days prior to the retreat start.

Registration
https://bit.ly/July2023Retreat_LongExposure
 

SOLD OUT ***Sept 14th - 17th, Cochrane, AB Canada – Western Lifestyle and Ranching***

We’re heading northward to Canada!! I’ll be a guest host capturing ranch and western lifestyle with the backdrop of the Canadian Rockies! Plan to arrive on Thursday for a meet and greet that starts at 6 pm. On Friday, we’ll focus on camera basics and in-depth lighting using both natural and artificial while on location. In the evening, we’ll head out to chase sunsets with local cowboys against the Alberta foothills and mountains in the background.

On Saturday, we’ll spend time outside embracing the fall colors photographing ranch life on century-old cattle operations which will include cowboys gathering up cattle, sorting and other aspects of daily ranch life. You will learn about the history, and how your images can tell a visual story of your experience. We will wrap up around 11 am on Sunday.

This is an all-inclusive learning experience. Your meals, beverages, and accommodations at a hotel in Cochrane are included. Just bring your camera equipment, laptops loaded with Lightroom/Photoshop and get to Calgary! There’s only room for 8 participants. A detailed agenda will be sent out 30-days prior to the retreat.

Getting there:  Calgary International Airport code is YYC. From there you’ll be driving 45 minutes west to Cochrane, AB. You may wish to plan to spend a few days before or after the retreat exploring world famous Banff and Lake Louise (1-2 hour drive west of Cochrane). If you are not a Canadian resident, you will require a passport to enter Canada. There may be other travel requirements that are changing constantly due to the pandemic. Go to www.travel.gc.ca for more information.

Registration
https://bit.ly/AlbertaWorkshop
 

 

Lodging/Travel/Tuition

ALL Retreats include Food and Lodging!


Travel

You'll be responsible for flying or driving in!


Tuition

The tuition for these retreats can be broken down into budget-friendly payments unless otherwise specified.

 

Finally

It's truly been my honor to host repeat participants, thank you for your continued business!  If you have any questions please feel free to call, text or email me.  I look forward to seeing you in 2023!!

Shoot with an open heart!

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