Where will the workshop be located? Marriott Fairfield Inn, Cherokee, North Carolina
What’s the closest airport? Knoxville, Tennessee. From there it’s a bit less then 50 miles to Cherokee, NC
How much time will be spent in the field? We will have you on location prior to sunrise and after sunset. We will spend secondary shoots after sunrise and before sunset photographing other locations.
Will you be discussing composition? Yes, and more. With each location, we will offer suggestions and go over technical (craft) questions. We will be there to assist you in finding and fine-tuning your compositions.
What are the times for the class sessions? Usually the class settings will be held when the light gets too harsh to shoot - normally early afternoon.
What topics will you cover? We will base our instruction after determining the group needs. The priority in this workshop will be field location shooting.
Will there be an Image Review Session? Yes, we will have at least (1) image review sessions!
When do we eat? We will get you back to the hotels in time for breakfast. We recommend eating dinner prior to the sunset shoots. If the light is holding, our priority will be to stay in the field and shoot; thus, we may not always get you back on time for breakfast so bring snacks.
Will there be night training sessions? No night shooting for this workshop is planned.
What’s the weather like? Typical weather in October is cool, with highs in the low 50s and lows in the low 30s. There could even be a chance of precipitation and wind. Layering and protective rain gear is recommended.
What camera should I bring? Most participants will have a digital SLR or mirrorless, but bring the camera or cameras with which you’re most comfortable shooting. We are not camera snobs. We work with all types of DSLR's and Mirrorless Cameras.
Do I have to shoot digitally? Much of the training will assume you’re shooting digitally, but digital isn’t required.
What lenses do you recommend? Lens choice is a very personal thing. You could probably find a use for every lens in your bag. So, bring as much as your luggage will hold, even if you won’t take it in the field for every shoot. We suggest at the minimum you have the range from 24mm to 200mm (full frame) covered.
What filters should I bring? Polarizers are the number one recommendation. Beyond that, GND filters are useful but not necessary. We will show you alternate ways of solving expanded dynamic range without filters. ND filters also add a creative alternative around water.
Travel and other expenses: Under no circumstances will I refund any charge not paid to me, such as (but not limited to) airfare, lodging, car rental, or meals. Though I’ve never had to cancel a workshop, and consider the possibility extremely remote, for your peace of mind I strongly encourage you to purchase travel insurance to cover any losses resulting from a cancelled workshop.
Is a tripod required? While not required, a tripod will greatly enhance your opportunities and your images.
Will I need a laptop? Not required but useful for reviewing and storing images.
I’m a beginner—is there a minimum skill level required? All skill levels are welcome. Some of the material may be beyond your current level, but much will benefit photographers of all abilities.