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Big Bend National Park
When: April 4 - April 7, 2024
Style: Astro-Landscape
Activity Rating: Mild
Max Students: 10
Includes: Meals, Instruction, and Transportation During Workshop!
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Join us for a FOUR DAY and THREE night excursion under the fantastic night skies in Southwest Texas' PREMIERE location for Astro-Landscape Photography: Big Bend National Park!
The landscape in Big Bend National Park is second only to the night skies above Big Bend National Park and we cannot wait to guide you through it! The beauty and clarity of the night sky out here will absolutely boggle your mind!
Our Big Bend National Park UNIQUE / Workshop focuses on capturing the beauty of the night sky AND the landscape all while TEACHING you how to do it! This is much more than a photo tour, our workshops are an immersive experience that combine classroom style instruction and in-field instruction to provide YOU with exceptional knowledge, enhanced skills, and out-of-this-world images!
This workshop is limited to only 10 students to ensure each student has a fantastic learning experience and receives ample one-on-one attention both in the field and in the classroom!
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN TUTION?
Your tuition for this workshop covers the following:
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THREE Professional Photography Instructors!
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Meals from beginning of the workshop through the close of the workshop
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Transportation during the Workshop
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Park fees
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Guide Service
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Professional In-Field Photography Instruction
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Professional Classroom Instruction
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Classroom Materials
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Time and Talent of Professional Instructors
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED IN TUITION?
Tuition DOES NOT include the following:
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Travel to and from host hotel in Terlingua, Texas
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Lodging
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Meals outside of those provided
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Incidentals & Alcohol
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Travel and/or Equipment Insurance
WHAT SKILL LEVEL IS REQUIRED?
Our workshops are specifically designed to catered to photographers of ALL SKILL LEVELS! We simply ask that you have at least a basic understanding of how your camera functions and that you bring the required and recommended equipment that we suggest so that you may get the most out of this workshop!
WORKSHOP ITINERARY
Day 1 - Thursday, April 4, 2024
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12PM Meet in "Oasis Lodge" Conference Room
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Initial Introduction
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Overview & Orientation
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Classroom instruction
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Camera Operations and Techniques
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5PM - Break for Dinner
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7PM - TBA - In-Field Shooting and Instruction
Day 2 - Friday, April 5, 2024
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12PM Meet in "Oasis Lodge" Conference Room
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Classroom instruction
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Hands on Post-Processing!
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5PM - Break for Dinner
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7PM - TBA - In-Field Shooting and Instruction
Day 3 - Saturday, April 6, 2024
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12PM Meet in "Oasis Lodge" Conference Room
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Classroom instruction
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Hands on Post-Processing!
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5PM - Break for Dinner
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7PM - TBA - In-Field Shooting and Instruction
Day 4 - Sunday, April 7, 2024
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11AM Meet in "Oasis Lodge" Conference Room
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Classroom instruction
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Post-Processing
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Final Image Editing
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Preparing for Print
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Final Wrap Up
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NOTE: Our itineraries are always fluid and may change due to shooting conditions or opportunities. We will always strive to put our students in the best positions and locations to capture epic images. Outside of Day 1 of the workshop, specific times of the above-listed itinerary may change as necessary.
WHAT GEAR DO I NEED?
The following is the basic gear you will need for our workshops. When you register you will receive a specific gear list by email.
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DSLR or Mirrorless Camera capable of ISO 10000
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Wide Angle lens capable of at least f/2.8
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Quality, Sturdy Tripod
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Wired or Wireless Intervalometer
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Memory Cards & Card Reader
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Camera Batteries
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Laptop Computer (PC or Mac) with at least:
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Adobe Lightroom Classic (latest version)
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Adobe Photoshop (latest version)
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Quality, climate appropriate clothing
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Quality footwear with ankle support
HAVE SPECIFIC GEAR QUESTIONS?
We want YOU to get the most you possibly can from our UNIQUE / Workshops.
Part of getting the most you can from our Workshops is making sure you have the right gear for this style of photography. Unfortunately, not all digital cameras and lenses are made equal.
If you have any questions, whatsoever, concerning cameras, lens, tripods, intervalometers, laptops, or other accessories, please reach out to Tony via email at tony@319photography.com and he will gladly help you choose the right gear for the workshop.
WHERE IS THE WORKSHOP HOSTED FROM?
This workshop is hosted out of the Far Flung Adventure Center's Conference Lodge, the "Oasis Lodge", located in Terlingua, TX!
Please plan to arrive at the Oasis Lodge each day prior to the start of the classroom portions.
The address for the Lodge is as follows:
Far Flung Adventure Center
Oasis Lodge
23310 FM170
Terlingua, TX 79852
IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT LODGING
Lodging is NOT INCLUDED in your tuition for this workshop. However, there are many lodging options available in the Terlingua area. The Far Flung Adventure Center has wonderful Casitas that are available to book, but you should book quickly as they tend to fill up fast! Contact Far Flung Adventure Center at 432-371-2633 to reserve your lodging for this workshop.
Outside of the Far Flung Adventure Center, there are AirBnB/VRBO's, Hotel's, Glamping Tent, RV sites, and Campgrounds. If you would like assistance finding a place to lodge, please email Tony at tony@319photography.com.
WHAT IS THE ACTIVITY LEVEL LIKE?
Our Big Bend UNIQUE / Workshops do not require a great deal of hiking / walking. Usually, our shooting locations only require us to travel less than 1/4 mile from our vehicles. However, there are some considerations for our students regarding the physical requirements of our workshops and in-field shooting sessions. Students should be able to:
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Walk unassisted over uneven terrain while carrying their camera equipment
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Traverse and manage terrain that includes uneven rocks, loose sand/gravel, and level changes
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Stand or be on their feet several hours (don't worry, you can bring chairs!)
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Successfully maneuver and negotiate walking at night by flashlight in a rocky, desert environment
If you have specific questions about the physical aspects of our workshops, contact Tony via email at tony@319photography.com
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?
This workshop is for photographers of ALL SKILL LEVELS who LOVE the night sky, stunning landscapes and have the desire to capture amazing images all while improving their abilities as an artist!
Our workshops are designed to TEACH first and foremost! If you are looking to learn and grow as a photographer, our workshops are the right choice for you!
HOW DOES TUITION WORK?
The total tuition for this workshop is $1700.00.
A deposit of $500.00 is required at booking to reserve your slot.
This deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE* and will guarantee you a slot in the workshop.
Final tuition payments are required by March 1, 2024.
Transactions are completed via either PayPal or Credit Card and are Secure Transactions.
If you use the PayPal Method, you do not need a PayPal account to complete your
registration as you can use any credit cart through PayPal.
If you would prefer to fulfill your tuition in an alternate manner, please email tony@319photography.com to arrange this.
CAN I BRING A NON-PHOTOGRAPHER SPOUSE / GUEST?
YES! You may bring a guest along with you if you so choose. The only thing we ask is that your NON-PHOTOGRAPHER guest does not attend classroom sessions. They are welcome to join us out in the field to enjoy the beauty of the landscape and the night sky. Note, space may be limited in our transport vehicles and you and your guest may have to follow along in your own vehicle.
If your guest would like to participate in meals, there is a supplemental fee of $200 to cover meals.
On the registration form, please indicate if you will be bringing a guest and if they will participate in meals.
*Exceptions may arise due to unforeseen occurrences. These will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
IMPORTANT STUFF WE SHOULD TELL YOU ABOUT
319 Photography, LLC. is certified and authorized by the National Park Service (NPS) to host and conduct photography workshops within National Parks.
319 Photography, LLC. is First Aid and CPR certified through the American Heart Association and we carry medical supplies with us during our workshops.
Our transactions are secured via PayPal for your peace of mind! No PayPal account needed!
Your personal information is secure. 319 Photography, LLC. grantees that we will never sell or otherwise provide your information to anyone. Any information obtained from you will be used solely by 319 Photography, LLC. for administrative, advertising, and contact purposes.
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