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.
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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 $25 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 is cancelled due to weather or sky conditions, 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 these workshops. 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
Five Pine Lodge
1021 E Desperado Trail
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 549-5900
Best Western
500 Hwy 20
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 549-1234
Sisters Inn and Suites
605 N Arrowleaf Trail
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 549-7829
Grand Stay Hotel
1026 W Rail Way
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 904-0967
Sisters Motor Lodge
511 W Cascade Ave
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 549-2551
Sisters Bunkhouse
114 N Oak St
Sisters, OR 97759
(541) 549-6122
Several options for camping in Sisters
COVID-19 Statement
All of my workshops will be limited in size (depending on the location) and all are located at locations with limited (if any) other people present. I am fully vaccinated (including second booster). All participants will be required to be vaccinated. Social distancing will be required and anyone that wants to wear a mask is welcome to do so.
About the Workshop
This workshop will focus on photographing the sunset, blue hour, and Milky Way from three separate locations.
We'll photograph the sunset from the middle of Oregon's largest lava flow (don't worry - we'll be shooting next to our cars). I've picked two very special spots to shoot the Milky Way. July is the only month for the Milky Way in a prime position from these venues. Don't miss out on this rare and unique opportunity.
Certain equipment is required for this workshop. See "What to Bring".
This workshop requires mostly clear skies (some clouds can add interest).
Why choose DTL workshops over others?
Value: Similar workshops charge $500 or more.
Experience: I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012.
My refund policies that are far less restrictive than others.
This workshop is limited to only 4 participants meaning you WILL receive personalized attention.
See "Included with your tuition" and compare to other workshops.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are rated as EASY (there is a short/flat hike to one of the shooting venues).
Itinerary (subject to change)
7:30-7:45 pm - Meet and Greet (Sisters, Oregon)
7:45-8:30 - Travel to sunset shooting venue
8:30-10:30 - Sunset and blue hour photography
10:30-11:30 - Travel to first Milky Way shooting venue
11:30-1:30 am - Milky Way photography
1:30-2:00 - Travel to second Milky Way shooting venue
2:00-2:30 - Milky Way photography
What to Bring
Camera with manual controls
Wide angle lens with a maximum aperture of f/2.8 or faster
Medium telephoto lens
Circular polarizer
Graduated neutral density filter
Sturdy tripod
Extra fully charged camera battery
Headlamp (preferable) or flashlight with red light option
Remote shutter release (self timer will also work)
Hiking boots or shoes
Cold weather clothing
Camp chair
Food and water
Full tank of gas (we will not be stopping for gas during the workshop)
I am a passionate photographer with a focus on landscape and astro photography. I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2015 and landscape workshops since 2007. I have lived in the Northwest my entire life. My passion 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 and Lightroom 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.