Instructors: Mike Murray, Cassius Callender, Dave Miess
Join us in April for an unforgettable photography adventure exploring the rugged beauty of Oregon’s Southern Coast and the ancient Redwood Forests of Northern California.
This adventure is designed to capture the dramatic landscapes, moody coastal atmosphere, and intimate details that make this region so inspiring.
Along Oregon’s shoreline, we will photograph towering sea stacks, secluded beaches, tide pools, and powerful waves beneath ever-changing spring skies, using the soft coastal light and dynamic weather to create compelling seascape images.
Traveling south into California’s Redwood country, we will explore towering groves of ancient trees, moss-covered forest trails, cascading streams, and tranquil woodland scenes that showcase the incredible scale and serenity of these iconic forests.
With spring wildflowers, flowing water, and the possibility of fog and mist adding atmosphere, April provides ideal conditions for creating expressive landscape photographs. Throughout the adventure, emphasis will be placed on composition and creative use of light, while developing a deeper connection with these remarkable coastal and forest environments.
Itinerary
Monday, April 26
Meet and greet: 7:00 PM
Tuesday, April 27
Morning photo session
Afternoon processing session
Evening photo session
Wednesday, April 28
Morning photo session
Afternoon processing session
Evening photo session
Thursday, April 29
Morning photo session
Afternoon processing session
Evening photo session
Friday, April 30
Morning photo session
Wrap-up
Workshop Details
What's Included
What's Not Included

This workshop is limited to 9 students.

This workshop is for beginning, intermediate, and advanced photographers.

May require hikes from 100 yards to as much as a mile or so from where we park the vehicle. Terrain is typically level and smooth, but can be uneven in some areas and the walks, up or downhill, have minimal elevation change.

The workshop will take place in the areas west of Eugene, Oregon. If flying, consider coming in to the Eugene airport.
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