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Photo WorkshopDURANGO MOUNTAIN RESORT FALL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP Saturday, September 25, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, September 26, 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.  Capture the beauty of autumn in Southwest Colorado through a two-day photography workshop with one of Colorado’s premier photographers, Scott DW Smith. Scott's work has appeared around the world and has been featured in publications such as Outside, Men's Journal and National Geographic. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the visual aspects of landscape photography through in-depth classroom sessions and field shoots near Durango Mountain Resort. How-to topics will include: • Spotting photo opportunities • Experimenting with different perspectives • Improving compositions • Utilizing professional techniques • Editing with Photoshop Appropriate for practiced beginner and intermediate photographers, workshop programs include personalized, one-on-one instruction and group-based critique sessions to allow students to learn from each other. Class size is limited to 16 participants. What equipment do I need? The workshop is based on 35mm SLR camera equipment, preferably digital. We use 35mm for its flexibility, popularity, affordability and compatibility with teaching methods. SLRs allow us to change lenses, and override exposure programs and auto-focusing. A laptop computer for editing is recommended, but not required. Lenses should cover the zone between 28 and 200mm, plus tripod and cable or remote release. Effective focal lengths above 200mm are not necessary. If you have them, bring a wide-angle zoom and a telephoto zoom. What is the cost? $299 per person, includes classroom session, lunch and snacks. Two or more people registering together can receive the discounted rate of $249 per person. NOTE: Tuition is non-refundable and all participants must sign an acknowledgment of this policy. In the event of a participant’s cancellation, tuition may be applied to a future workshop, if someone can be found to take the participant’s place. Sometimes unexpected circumstances cause cancellation or interruption of a workshop. For that reason, we recommend trip cancellation/travel insurance, available from your travel agent or online. Please refer to the Cancellation Policy under Notes, Terms and Conditions. What accommodations are available? Discounted lodging is available at Purgatory Village, located in the heart of Durango Mountain Resort. Room rates for attendees start at just $69 per night. Book by calling (800) 525-0892. Please mention that you are attending the photography workshop to receive appropriate discounts. Where will the workshop be held? Workshop classroom sessions are held at Durango Mountain Resort, located in the scenic and rugged San Juan Mountains. Field sessions take place around the resort to capture the world-class scenery. Where is Durango Mountain Resort and how do I get there? Durango Mountain Resort is located 25 miles north of Durango, Colorado, on U.S. Hwy. 550. Air service is available into Durango La-Plata County Airport (DRO) from Phoenix via US Airways and via Denver on United and Frontier. Is ground transportation available? Transportation from the Durango airport to Durango Mountain Resort is available through Durango Mountain Transportation. Reservations can be made by calling (970) 426-7282. What else should I bring? • Long pants and light jacket for field sessions • Rain jacket • Backpack to carry water, food and camera gear • Good shoes for walking and hiking • A positive attitude Approximate Schedule (subject to change due to weather conditions or needs of the group) Please be prompt, to not miss any great information. Day 1 (Saturday, September 25) 8:45 a.m. Workshop check-in at Hoody's. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Introduction, general information, lecture, and slide-show presentation. 12 p.m. Break for lunch. (Box lunch included.) 1 - 2:30 p.m. Depth of field, color composition, and design lessons. 2:30 p.m. Depart for field shoot on mountain. Chairlift ride provided. Beverages and snacks provided in the field. 2:45 - 5 p.m. Shooting on Mountain 5 - 6 p.m. Recap of shoot, download images, Q&A Day 2 7 a.m. Meet at Hoody's. Coffee and pastries provided. Depart for morning field shoot. Transportation provided. 7:15-10:15 a.m. Shoot in field. Location to be determined. 10:30 a.m. -12 p.m. Return to Hoody's. Download images and receive editing instruction. 12 p.m. Break for lunch. (Lunch available for purchase at Purgy's and Village Market and Deli.) 1-2:30 p.m. Present images to group for critique 2:30-4:30 p.m. Afternoon field session. Instruction on composition and lighting in the field. 4:30-6 p.m. Classroom session Review of field session. Downloading and editing of images. For additional questions regarding the Fall Photography Workshop, please contact Scott D.W. Smith at 970.799.1606. Registration Please fill out the following information and click "Submit" to begin the registration. You will be contacted within 48 hours (during regular business hours/days) for payment information.
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