DEATH VALLEY LANDSCAPE PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

WITH MICHAEL SHAINBLUM AND ERIC BENNETT

Jan 28th - Feb 1st, 2025 (SOLD OUT)

Price: $2750

OVERVIEW

This workshops takes us to one of my favorite places on planet earth to photograph, Death Valley National Park. Join talented photographer Eric Bennett and myself on an epic adventure exploring dunes, badlands and striking desert textures! This workshop is all about self expression and learning to see far beyond the obvious compositions.

MEET THE TEAM TO TAKE YOU THERE

Michael Shainblum

Fine Art Landscape Photography Guide

 

Eric Bennett

Fine-Art Landscape Photography Guide

INFORMATION

This Death Valley Workshop is self-driving. However, we will condense vehicles during our trip to make it easier to get around. We will start at our meeting point on the first day, which will be provided after signing up. On the first day, we will meet and greet and then set out for our first sunset. Days 2-5 will have us photographing both sunrise and sunset, with some time during the day to refresh and recharge. We will also be doing some afternoon post-processing sessions. On day number 5, we will capture our final sunset, have a goodbye dinner, and wrap the workshop.

We have our favorite locations and spots dialed in. However, we keep it spontaneous to check the weather and conditions to put us in the best possible places at the right time. Hiking to most locations is required.

Sometimes, we will do 4-5 miles daily with some hills, especially on the dunes. If you have any medical conditions or mobility issues, please contact us before signing up! This will not be a get-out-of-the-car and pull-out-the-camera type of workshop.

Any skill level works for this trip, whether you are just getting started with photography or have been shooting for a long time. We are well experienced in teaching basic photo theory and camera settings. But really, our passion for this workshop will be teaching our photo philosophy, which will allow you to really think outside of the box to capture unique images under any conditions. Death Valley is one of the best photographic backdrops to explore our creativity! 

INCLUDED: 

  • ✓ Death Valley Location Guiding
  • ✓ Advice on Scouting & Planning
  • ✓ Professional Photo Instruction
  • ✓ Personal Photo Critiquing
  • ✓ Post Processing Education

 

 

NOT INCLUDED:

  • × Flights & Travel Insurance
  • × Rental Car
  • × Lodging (Please Read Below)
  • × Meals
  • × Park Entrance Fee

 

PHYSICAL DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM

Most of the photography spots we will visit require hiking and walking on uneven ground. Especially on the dunes, which can be very strenuous. Please let us know if you have any medical conditions before signing up.

TRAVEL & INSURANCE:

For traveling to Death Valley National Park, we recommend flying into Las Vegas International Airport (LAS) and renting a car. It is just a ~2-hour drive from the airport to the visitor center.

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment in expenses such as flights and lodging. Travel insurance is affordable and readily available; a list of providers can be found here.

LODGING:

While the price of lodging is not included with the workshop, we have already reserved rooms in the Stovepipe Wells Village Hotel for all of our clients and will coordinate the booking process directly with you. Please do not book a room at this hotel on your own. This will also be our post-processing location and meet-up spot. Of course, if you would prefer to find other accommodations, such as one of the campgrounds or another hotel, that is perfectly fine as well. Just let us know.

PAYMENT:

Total price: $2750

Deposit required: $750

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

By booking this tour, you agree to our Terms & Conditions: CLICK HERE & Read before Signing up.