This unique Oregon photo workshop is designed for adventurous creatives looking to capture the rugged beauty of the South Coast from a kayak and on a budget. This shorter, small-group tour offers an intimate experience paddling through hidden sea caves, beneath natural arches, and into remote coves only accessible by water during the lowest tides of the year. All Kayaks and wetsuits are included in this adventure!

We’ll explore some of the most dramatic coastal formations in the Pacific Northwest by kayak, combining ocean adventure with golden hour and sunset photography from breathtaking vantage points. Expect a mix of potential moody magical light, mysterious fog, and wild ocean textures that make this coastline a dream for moody, cinematic photography.

This is not your average photo workshop!  It’s an immersive adventure on the water. With a limited group size of 4, you’ll get more one-on-one time and guidance as we shoot from sea level and explore perspectives few photographers ever get to see.

We’ll be based near a charming coastal town with plenty of amenities, and depending on conditions, we’ll pick the best launch points and scenic spots each day. There will also be casual post-processing and image review sessions back on land where we’ll cover creative editing, mood building, and how to bring your sea cave shots to life.

All kayaking routes are chosen based on weather, tides, and participant comfort. Previous kayaking experience is preferred,  you should be comfortable on the water and able to carry your gear short distances.

Transportation to and from the meeting points is on your own, though we’ll connect participants beforehand in case anyone wants to coordinate rides or lodging.

• Expert guidance from top-tier photographers  and Kayak Guide with years of experience.
• Hands-on instruction tailored to a variety of skill levels, from beginners to seasoned pros.
• Access to exclusive sea caves and locations along the most majestic coastlines of Oregon.
• Learn advanced techniques for capturing motion, harnessing natural light, and composing striking images that tell a story during golden light.

• This is the time when the ocean is regularly at its calmest.
• Wildflowers are scattered all along the Oregon Coast creating breathtaking depth in landscape photography.
• Experience the night sky as Summer offers a much higher probability of clear nights to capture the Milky Way over some epic sea stacks (Clear night skies are never guaranteed but we will do our best to do a few happy dances to attract allll the clear skies). Regardless of the conditions there is always something incredible to capture.
• Summer time in the Redwoods has the potential to unleash some magical, floating low fog that feels like you're in a real life fairytale.

Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable photography adventure! Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot today and prepare to unleash your creativity amidst the wild beauty this Summer on the Oregon Coast!

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INTERMEDIATE - ADVANCED

*DISCLAIMER: HIKING AND KAYAKING DIFFICULTY LEVEL IS INTERMEDIATE. WHILE SOME HIKES CAN BE SHORT (1 MILE) CONSIDER THE ELEVATION. 

• Scouting and evaluating conditions on a kayak

• Bringing details into your scene from a kayak and land

• Composing an image to grab the viewer’s attention

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

• Choosing the right lens and filters for landscape photography

• 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

• 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

 The purpose of this workshop is to give you a one-of-a-kind experience that combines hands-on adventure with creative growth. You’ll be paddling through sea caves, gliding under arches, and exploring hidden coves...photographing the Oregon Coast in a way that’s never been done in a workshop before.

This isn’t just about great photos. It’s about helping you build the confidence to shoot in dynamic, challenging conditions and showing you how to approach storytelling through landscape photography in a fresh and exciting way.

You’ll come away with new ideas, new skills, and an unforgettable collection of images. Most importantly, you’ll leave feeling inspired and energized to keep exploring and creating long after the trip ends.

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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.

 Please Note: Due to the short notice and limited availability of this exclusive workshop, we are unable to offer refunds unless we are able to fill your spot with another participant (minus a $200 admin fee). Thank you for understanding.