"Sunrise On Needles Highway" led by Tomas Alvarez.
"Outdoor Portraits with One Light" | 6:15 - 9:15am | Join this immersive session set against the backdrop of a rustic barn, where you'll capture the rugged charm of cowboys and cowgirls. Gain hands-on experience with portrait techniques, lighting and composition to create stunning, authentic images. This unique session offers the perfect blend of technical instruction and creative inspiration in a picturesque setting.
"Landscapes at Whitney Preserve" | 6:20 - 9:20am | Description: Join us for an exploration Photo Walk through this protected undeveloped landscape of sage lands; pine forest; and mixed grasslands. There are a couple of Springs within the preserve that make for an interesting ecosystem. We may see plants that are not found anywhere else in the Black Hills, or the surrounding great plains. We may see wildlife like: Turkey, Deer, Elk. It is also one of the best places around for Birding! I hope that you will join me for this exploration!
The image above is from nearby Wind Cave National Park. Soon, I will have an image from Whitney Preserve!
"Unleash Your Inner Ansel Adams: B&W Landscapes." led by George Wilson.
Black and white is dependent upon composition, focusing, the use of light and shadow and textural contrasts. Black and white images can be striking, engaging, breathtaking and definitely moody depending upon the vision of the photographer.
As we explore the grasslands, cliff, canyon walls and the Cheyenne River basin, the landscape will begin to reveal its hidden beauty. The patterns and textures of the sand, rocks and deep blue sky offer endless possibilities for compelling compositions. The clear skies with contrasting clouds provide the perfect dynamic range making black and white images possible all day. If you have an infrared converted camera – bring it along!
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