Short Workshops

CHAISING WATERFALLS

TWO OPTIONAL HALF-DAY SESSIONS IN THE BERKSHIRES

Springtime in the Berkshires offers a perfect opportunity to photograph some beautiful waterfalls and woodlands. Streams and waterfalls have a lot of water flow after the winter, and the greenery around it offers beautiful background with dappled light to illuminate different parts of the scene. There are too many beautiful waterfalls to choose from. These two sessions will focus on two waterfall areas each (depending on the water flow), taking you to Wahconah falls, Glendale falls, and Enders falls. Choose one or two half-day sessions. Early Bird 20$ discount for registrants until April 15th.

Glendale Falls and Wahconah Falls

Waterfall Chasing Session 1

May 11th 2024 (May 12th rain day)

5 photographers per session only

Each session is approximately 5 hours

Session Details

We will meet in the morning (exact timing to follow) at the parking lot near Wahconah Falls (near Dalton) before heading out to photograph the main cascade, as well as the stream, upper cascade section, and the surrounding woods. After spending some time at Wahconah Falls (time permitting), we will drive to Glendale falls and photograph the beautiful cascades there. The session ends around 1pm.

*Timing and schedule are subject to change depending on water flow and weather

Physical Difficulty

This session will require short hikes on an uneven ground. Those who desire and feel able to will be able to walk or climb onto the rocks at some of the locations for different angles, but this is not required. The main section of the Glendale Falls requires short, but strenuous hike on the way back.

What You Will Learn

  • Exposure

  • Filter Use

  • Composition

  • Depth of Field

  • Exposure Compensation

  • Long Exposures

  • Maximizing Sharpness

Recommended Equipment

  • DSLR or Mirrorless interchangeable lens camera

  • Wide Angle Lenses

  • Standard Mid-range lenses

  • Telephoto Lenses (optional)

  • Macro Lenses (optional)

  • Tripod (I have a small travel tripod that I can lend you, if you don’t have one)

  • Wired or Wireless shutter release

  • Polarizer, Neutral Density, and Graduated ND (optional) filters

Cost: Full Price — 140$/person for one session; Early Bird Price (till April 15th) — 120$/person for one session

Cancellation Policy: more than 1 month before the workshop — full refund; between 1 week and 1 month before the workshop — 50% (unless you find someone to take your place) ; less than a week before the workshop — no refund (unless you find someone to take your place). If the workshop is cancelled due to weather, or if we have to reschedule and you can’t make the alternative date, you will get a full refund.

Ender’s Falls

Waterfall Chasing Session 2

May 18th 2024 (May 19th rain day)

5 photographers per session only

Each session is approximately 5 hours

Session Details

We will meet in the morning (exact timing to follow) at the parking lot near Ender’s Falls (near Garnby, Connecticut) before heading out to photograph the many beautiful cascades and the surrounding woods. The area opens many opportunities for composition and a variety of subjects. The session ends around 1pm.

*Timing and schedule are subject to change depending on water flow and weather

Physical Difficulty

This session will require short hikes on an uneven ground. Those who desire and feel able to will be able to walk or climb onto the rocks at some of the locations for different angles, but this is not required. If you would like, you can also wade into the water to get a better angle.

In addition to the main workshop, I offer two on-line optional sessions

  • Session 1 (2hr) for those who are just starting out will focus on exposure triangle, composition basics, and how to use shutter speed and filters to get the flow effects in your images. I will schedule the session in advance of the workshop based on your availability. Depending on demand, I might offer two optional dates.

  • Session 2 (2hr) for those who are interested in some guidance on editing your images as well as critique of your images from the workshop. I will schedule the session a few weeks after the workshop based on your availability. Participants are encouraged to send a few of their shots for feedback and editing tips. Depending on demand, I might offer several optional dates.

Cost: 50$/person for the introductory session, 65$/person for the editing/critique session, 100$ for both sessions*

*Prices are for sessions when booked together with the main workshop