Come chase the magic of spring in the Sonoran Desert together on this 4 night, 5 day photographic adventure. Below you'll find an array of images captured in many different conditions and most during group or 1:1 workshops.  The Superstition Mountains are home to some of my favorite desert peaks, wildlife and prickly cactus. In this workshop we will dedicate time chasing wild horses, owlets, golden light and the night sky! Learn how to translate a vast desert scene into a magical wonderland through your lens.

*Wildflowers, weather and wildlife can never be guaranteed but I chose these dates and will choose locations that give us the best chance in capturing all of the above.

BEGINNER - ADVANCED

*DISCLAIMER: HIKING DIFFICULTY LEVEL IS INTERMEDIATE. WHILE SOME HIKES CAN BE SHORT (1 MILE) SOME INCLUDE ROCKY TERRAIN. 

• Scouting and evaluating conditions

• Composing an image to grab the viewer’s attention

• Composing an image with a person or wildlife in frame to show scale and tell a story

• Utilizing apps, such as PhotoPills, for more efficient planning

• Choosing the right lens and filters for water movement

• How to shoot with a plan and vision for editing your image

• Histogram - how to read for perfectly exposed images

• Exposure control - how to use ISO, Aperture and Shutter Speed in different scenarios

• Bracketing, Perspective Blending and Focus Stacking

• Long Exposure - how to capture motion in water or stars

• Stacking Stars for Noise Reduction - how to shoot the proper frames to stack  

• Lightroom and Photoshop - learn our post-processing workflow

• Luminosity Masks

• Dodging and Burning

• Understanding layers and masks

• Finishing touches using clone stamp and removing distractions

• Creating Orton glows and painting with light 

• Build Social Media Presence - how to maximize engagement

Our goal is to leave you feeling confident, motivated and passionate about your photography with a new set of ideas and perspective! We will teach simple and actionable techniques to scout out incredible compositions and the process of how to approach and execute unique photos in any environment or conditions. The classroom portion of this adventure will teach you a combination of Lightroom and Photoshop workflows and methods that will allow you to create some powerful images. We spend a lot of time on hammering home the fundamentals of masking and show you how powerful it is to understand and apply layer masks. We decided to keep the group small and intimate, thus allowing us to focus and give you much more access to the instructors and 1-on-1 attention. We will always be with the group providing thoughts and real time critique as the light changes from sunset to the enchanting night skies.

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We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment, including expenses for flights, lodging, and unforeseen circumstances. Travel insurance is affordable and readily available. If you choose not to purchase travel insurance, you assume full financial responsibility for any losses incurred.

If you need to cancel your registration, notify us via email. The effective date of cancellation is when the notice is sent (the date/time sent for electronic communications). Refunds are processed according to the following schedule:

1. More than 90 days before the Workshop: Any payments made are fully refundable minus a $200 administrative fee.

2. 60 to 90 days before the Workshop: The deposit is forfeited, but the remaining balance will not be due. If the spot is filled, you will receive a full refund minus a $200 administrative fee.

3. 30 to 60 days before the Workshop: 75% of your total payment is forfeited. If the spot is filled, you will receive a full refund minus a $200 administrative fee. However, filling the spot on short notice is unlikely.

4. Less than 30 days before the Workshop: No refunds are given. If the spot is filled, you will receive a full refund minus a $200 administrative fee. However, filling the spot on short notice is highly unlikely.

Day 1

Our workshop begins at 2:00pm with a meet and greet at our set location(TBD). After we go over the agenda and get to know one another, we will grab our gear and head out to explore some of the magical jumping cactus and enchanting views while photographing the sunset and twilight.

Day 2

Classroom session begins directly after an early lunch. You will learn some applicable editing tips to apply to your post processing arsenal. After class, we will pack our camera gear and adventure out to some of the magnificent cactus scenes and flowers peaking for some sunset, blue hour and Milky Way fun.

Day 3

 There is nothing better than catching the morning light trickling through the magnificent glowing chollas and flowers. Another classroom session will follow after a morning of chasing sun rays through the blooming flowers and cactus. We will have a quick break before heading back out for sunset, blue hour and Milky Way.

Day 4

Wrapping up our amazing week with a working breakfast to go over any final questions about techniques or critiques on your photos.

We will be chasing conditions and constantly monitoring the weather. The itinerary may change based on what conditions are during the workshop.

Welcome to my world of art, where I thrive creating and teaching photography. Living a nomadic life since 2017, I am a full time photographer and educator, hosting dozens of group masterclass workshops and 1-on-1 photography adventure workshops every year all over the country. For me, photography isn’t just about capturing an image, it’s a free-flowing way to express my creative side using my camera as one of the main tools. As with many tools, there is so much room to grow and become more in tune with your craft.  My passion lies just as much in sharing my own skills, techniques and teachings as it does guiding students to hone their own skills and/or discover what photography means to them.

For me, teaching is a way to grow as an artist.  How we see nature is a very personal thing and I believe there is no right way to capture it.  Instead, sharpening our skill set out in the field and in the digital dark room unfolds the full potential (myself and others see when they admire your work).  Surrounding ourselves with other creatives of all skill levels as well as other highly motivated photographers helps to push boundaries to unlock more of our own potential.

My passion for teaching my masterclass workshops and 1-on-1 classes stem from my own experiences breaking into photography. I remember clicking away at nature as my therapy, but wanting to create impactful images that evoke emotion. I wished I knew someone, anyone, that could mentor me and put me on a fast track to invest in my passion and seek the results I knew I was capable of. I see a piece of me in every student and I get true enjoyment in watching others grow that passion.

Another way I’ve found photography to inspire a creative side of me I never knew I had was through writing. As I publish images on Social Platforms such as Instagram, I write a poem to go with each image. They tend to reflect the images, experiences and people along the way of my journey.  It’s amazing to see how one creative outlet can lead to another.

Thank you so much for taking the time to visit me here. I hope that you have enjoyed these few moments getting to know me. And remember, I am here to help you grow.  No matter what your skill level.