Badlands Photo Workshop NEW

June 4-7, 2023
$2000 USD - SOLD OUT

Instructors: Jennifer King and Jeff Silkstone

The Badlands of South Dakota is a landscape that every photographer must experience. South Dakota is known for its dark sky. It is here in this vast landscape that we will explore and photograph rugged rock formations, prairies, history and wildlife, and hopefully dramatic storms, as it will be the season for more weather. Join us on this 4-day adventure photographing landscapes, wildlife and dark skies of South Dakota.

ITINERARY

SATURDAY, JUNE 3
Meet & Greet 7:00pm
Wall, SD

SUNDAY, JUNE 4
Sunrise Photo Session
Breakfast Break
Class Session on Photographing the Badlands
Sunset Photo Session

MONDAY, JUNE 5
Sunrise Photo Session
Breakfast Break
Afternoon for rest or leisure
Sunset Photo Session
Night/Lunar Photo Session if skies are clear

TUESDAY, JUNE 6
Sunrise Photo Session
Breakfast Break
Processing Class
Sunset Photo Session in Badlands
Night/Lunar Photo Session in Badlands

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7
Sunrise Photo Session
Breakfast Break
Workshop Concludes by 11:00am

*Night sessions are dependent on clear skies, and may change. We will schedule long breaks during the daylight hours for rest and relaxation.

WORKSHOP DETAILS

INCLUSIONS

• Sunrise and sunset field sessions

• Lunar landscape sessions

• Creative challenges

• Group processing class

• Photography, adventure, and fun!

NOT INCLUDED

• Airfare

• Lodging
  Discounted group lodging has been arranged in Wall, SD and booking info is provided after registration. This does not include housekeeping gratuities (approx. $3-$5 per day), which the participant is responsible for.

• Park Pass
  A park pass is required by the National Park Service and may be purchased at any visitor center.

• Transportation
  Many participants choose to ride to field sessions together by carpool.

• Meals
  While meals are not included in the workshop fee, we like to dine as a group to discuss the day’s events and be on hand for any questions.

• Trip Insurance
  Please read in full our Cancellation and Refund Policy prior to registration.

RECOMMENDED
This area of the country is home to many attractions. We recommend that you take some time and visit locations such as Crazy Horse Monument and Mount Rushmore before or after the workshop.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Our workshops are designed for all skill levels, and involve photographing sunrise and sunsets, as well as other field sessions. While workshop locations vary, you should expect to walk relative distances with your equipment. Please refer to the Fitness Level below for each workshop. Some workshops are more strenuous than others. If you have any health issues or concerns, please reach out to us prior to registration.

Please review our full cancellation and refund policy prior to registration as there are non-refundable and non-transferrable fees associated with each workshop.