Milky Way over Horsetheif Butte

Milky Way over Horsethief Butte

When and Where
When: May 26, 2022, 9:30 pm - 12:45 am Where: Horsethief Butte
Tuition and Registration
Tuition for this workshop is only $225 Safe and secure payment through PayPal Click the "Pay Now" button below to register
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Once your registration and payment is received, you will be sent detailed information regarding the workshop.
Premium Package
With the "Premium Package" you'll receive personalized one-on-one instruction on post processing your images from the workshop using Lightroom Classic, Photoshop, Starry Landscape Stacker, and Topaz DeNoise AI. This can be anything from basic processing to advanced - you choose. My normal rate for one hour sessions is $40, but for workshop attendees, the cost is only $25.
Add Premium for only $25
Included with your tuition
Personalized instruction and assistance How to set up your camera and tripod How to choose the best lenses for astro photography How to set aperture, shutter speed, and ISO to get a proper exposure Learn why shutter speed is limited and based on focal length Learn how to properly judge exposure based on the histogram Learn how to properly judge focus with image playback and magnification Guidance and instruction on composition How to accurately set focus for tack sharp images How to plan Milky Way shoots with smart phone apps (twilight periods, Milky Way position, and much more) Learn how to take images for stacking to greatly reduce noise in the sky and land
Refund policy
Cancellations must be made in writing. 30 days or more prior to the workshop: Refund less a $20 cancellation fee. 7 to 30 days prior to the workshop: 75% refund. Less than 7 days prior to the workshop: 50% refund. If the workshop (including alternate dates) is cancelled the days leading up to the workshop (due to weather forecasts), you will receive a full refund. Once the workshop starts, refunds cannot be issued. I make every attempt to insure sky conditions are ideal for this workshop. I monitor weather forecasts from several sources, astronomical sky forecasts, live web cams, etc. Conditions can change without warning and in an instant - especially in the mountains. If conditions change once we are at the shooting venue, I offer participants credit towards future workshops.
Accommodations
Deschutes River Recreation Area (camping) (541) 739-2322 Motel 6 2500 W 6th St The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 296-1911 Cellilo Inn 3550 E 2nd St The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 769-0001 Cousin's Country Inn 2114 W 6th St The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 298-5161 The Dalles Inn 112 W 2nd St The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 296-9107 Shilo Inn 3223 Bret Clodfelter Way The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 298-5502 Fairfield Inn 2014 W 7th St The Dalles, OR 97058 (541) 769-0753

About the Workshop
The main focus of this workshop is how to successfully photograph the Milky Way. We'll be shooting from an unique and special location. Certain equipment is required for this workshop. See "What to Bring". This workshop requires mostly clear skies (some clouds can add interest). If sky conditions are not favorable on the date of the workshop, participants should be flexible with their schedules.
Why choose this workshop over others?
Value: Similar workshops charge up to $400. Experience: I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012. My refund policies that are far less restrictive than others. Small workshops where you WILL receive personalized attention. Post workshop Zoom session where you'll see how I edit Milky Way images in Lightroom and Photoshop. See "Included with your tuition" and compare to other workshops.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are rated as EASY (short/flat hike to shooting location).
Itinerary (subject to change)
9:30-9:45: Meet and Greet 9:45-10:15: Drive to Horsethief Butte 10:15-10:30: Hike to workshop venue 10:30-12:30: Milky Way photography 12:30-12:45: Hike back to cars
What to Bring
Camera with manual controls Wide angle lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or faster Sturdy tripod Headlamp (preferable) or flashlight with red light option Remote shutter release (self timer will work too) Sturdy hiking shoes Wind protective clothing Cold weather clothing Snacks and water
Sample Images
Click here for sample images from the area
About Me
I am a passionate photographer with a focus on landscape and astro photography and have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012. I have lived in the Northwest my whole life and my love for photography goes back to the early 1980's. I am the Coordinator for the Portland/Vancouver Photography Meetup Group and have been teaching Photoshop, Lightroom and landscape workshops since 2007.
Photographing the Milky Way
My book (Photographing the Milky Way) is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle format. Click here for more information.
COVID-19 Statement
All of my workshops are outdoors and are limited in size (depending on the location). I am fully vaccinated (including bivalent booster). Social distancing is encouraged. If you registered for a workshop and become symptomatic the week of the workshop, contact me so we can work out an alternate plan.