Milky Way over the Deschutes River 2024

When and Where

When: July 6, 2024, 9:00 pm - 12:00 am

Where: Deschutes River

Tuition and Registration

Tuition is only $265

SOLD OUT

Once your registration and payment is received, you will be sent detailed information regarding the workshop.

Included with your tuition

Personalized instruction and assistance
How to choose the best lenses for astro photography
How to set aperture, shutter speed and ISO to get a proper exposure
How to accurately set focus for tack sharp images
How to properly judge exposure based on the histogram
Learn why shutter speed is limited and based on focal length
How to properly judge focus with image playback and magnification
How to set up your camera and tripod
Guidance and instruction on composition
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
2-hour Zoom session to review your images and see my post processing workflow

Refund policy

Cancellations must be made in writing.
30 days or more prior to the workshop:
Refund less your $25 deposit.
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

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 the workshop will be on how to successfully photograph the Milky Way and stars but the workshop will also provide an opportunity to shoot the golden and blue hours from an iconic 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. Alternate dates will be 7/5 and 7/7. Please note: This workshop involves a fairly short hike over flat grass, dirt trail (short distance uphill) and along a flat gravel trail.
Why choose DTL workshops?
Value: Similar workshops (if you can find them) charge up to $400. Experience: I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012. More peace of mind: My refund policies that are far less restrictive than others. Personal attention: Small workshops where you WILL receive personalized attention. Even more value: A 2-hour post-workshop Zoom session where I'll review your images and lead you through my processing workflow in Lightroom and Photoshop. See "Included with your tuition" and compare to other workshops.
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are rated as MODERATE (there is a short hike to the shooting location that includes a short uphill section).
Physical Requirements
Physical requirements are rated as EASY (there is a short hike with some elevation gain).
Itinerary (subject to change)
8:30: Meet and Greet (Deschutes River State Recreation Area) 8:30-9:15: Workshop orientation 9:15-9:30: Hike to workshopp location 9:30-12:00: Workshopp 12:00-12:15: 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 an extensive knowledge of landscape photography. I have been leading Milky Way workshops since 2012. 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 led several outings and workshops throughout the Northwest.
Photographing the Milky Way
My book (Photographing the Milky Way) is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle format. Click here for more information.