Colorado Photo Workshop
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Photography Workshop Company - Experience

EXPERIENCE

Beginner - Advanced
Photography Workshop Company - Activity

ACTIVITY

Easy - Moderate
Photography Workshop Company - Terrain

TERRAIN

Mountains, Canyons, Lakes
Photography Workshop Company - Group Size

GROUP SIZE

10 People
 
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Excursion Outline

Rugged mountain peaks, valleys painted with gold, and historic mines scattered throughout our workshop, the Autumn in Colorado there’s only one word that will describe this workshop: Spectacular! The potential for great photographic opportunities are as vast as the mountain ranges that you'll capture.  

We can’t wait to take you on this magical journey back to the wild west of Colorado. The mountain peaks in this spectacular region stretch over 14,000 feet into the sky, making this is a place like no other. We’re heading west at the height of Fall Foliage when the aspens turn yellow and the valleys are bathed in gold kissed with beautiful morning light.

We’ll base our workshop out of the historic town of Ouray. Settled by miners in the mid 1800’s during the height of the mining boom, there were over 30 active mines in the area. When you walk downtown, many of the historic buildings from the 1880’s are still standing. Ouray is also the home to many hot springs that we recommend you visit after an early sunrise or late sunset session.

During this workshop, emphasis will be placed on not only assisting you in growing in your technical capabilities, but creating images that have depth and drama.

One thing we can guarantee is that you’ll come back with a high yield of images for your personal portfolio.

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General Info


DESTINATION:
SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS •
COLORADO ROCKIES

WORKSHOP DATES:
OCTOBER 1-5, 2025
INSTRUCTOR:
TIFFANY BRILEY
DEPOSIT:
$375.00 USD
TOTAL:
$1695.00 USD

 
 

Recommended Lodging


Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs
125 3rd Ave.
Ouray, CO 81427
(970) 325-4427


We have group rates available for our guests. Info will be included with your booking.

 
 

Highlights


 

• Mountain Vistas
• Golden Aspens
• Waterfalls
• Rushing River Valleys
• Historic Mills
• Ghost Towns
• Capturing Landscapes With Long Lenses
• Creating Depth with Wide Angles
• Using filters to enhance your photographs

 
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Logistics


 

SUNRISE:
7:10 AM
SUNSET:
6:47 PM
AVERAGE TEMPS:
30° - 58° F (-1° - 14° C)
AVERAGE OCTOBER RAINFALL:
.43"
AVERAGE HUMIDITY:
52%
NEAREST AIRPORT:
MONTROSE REGIONAL AIRPORT (MTJ)

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Photography Workshop Company - Experience

EXPERIENCEBEGINNER - ADVANCED

Our excursions are beneficial for both the beginner and seasoned photographer. All guests will experience one-on-one instruction, with the emphasis being on the individual's strengths and desires.
Photography Workshop Company - Activity

ACTIVITYEASY - MODERATE

Most of the locations we have scheduled will be within the ability of anyone who is in moderate shape. Although a long hike will be necessary to arrive at some locations, the trails are not trecherous.
 
Photography Workshop Company - Terrain

TERRAINMOUNTAINS - CANYON - LAKES

The San Juan Mountains offers other worldly scenery that includes mirrored lakes, golden Aspens draped at the base of rugged mountain peaks, historic ghost towns, and magnificent vistas.
Photography Workshop Company - Group Size

GROUP SIZE10 GUESTS

We believe group size is important for the ability to provide as much one-on-one instruction in the field as necessary. Due to the vast area we will cover, we are limiting this group size to five guests per instructor.
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Keith and Tiffany are not only extremely professional and accomplished photographers, but they are able and willing to assist all levels of photographers with their depth of knowledge and patience. Not to mention that they are both really nice people. I am looking forward to booking another workshop with them in the very near future. Being an amateur photographer on the low end of intermediate, I found the entire experience inspirational, fun and well worth it.
— Karen B
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Itinerary

 
 

 
 

All locations and times visited will be determined by the conditions given. All elements are watched closely for the best photographic and learning experience. Locations are chosen each day to put us in the best locations for the best light and the Fall color.

Bonus Session

We've listened to our guests and have implemented something that has been hugely beneficial in our time together. Each workshop group will be invited to a live, recorded, online critique and post processing session, a short time after the workshop. This makes way for more shooting in the field and the option to learn from the comfort of your home and the ability to refer to the recorded session for future reference.

 
 

 
 

Day One
You've arrived in the historic town of Ouray, Colorado and we're sure you're already in awe by what you've seen on the drive in. We’ll meet and greet at the hotel as a group in the afternoon then head out to grab dinner together in downtown Ouray. Food is a great way to get to know each other! Afterwards, we'll head out into the wilderness where we’ll cover camera settings, composition and guidlines to photographing the mountains. This time in the field will be the foundation for the rest of our time together. We'll then make our way to our sunset location where we’ll jump into the pristine wilderness of the San Juan Mountains. By the end of this first evening, you’ll be fully knowledgeable of our “in field workflow”. Our focus for day one is to make sure you're fully equipped for the entire week.

Day Two
We'll all be eager to get started for our first full day of photography. We'll be up before sunrise and head out to a vista to capture the light illuminating the golden color around us of the Fall Foliage. We'll photograph as long as the light permits before heading to grab breakfast. If the light is accomodating we'll continue shooting after breakfast otherwise we'll enjoy an afternoon break before joining back up for an afternoon session and sunset where we'll capture the nearby vistas and golden valleys.

 
 

Day Three
Sunrise waits for no one and so we'll be up and in the vehicles (coffee in hand of course) for our sunrise session. Today will look similar to day two with us photographing as long as the light allows and taking a break during any harsh light. After a short afternoon break, we'll grab dinner together and then we'll head back out for our sunset session where we'll watch the sun set and then photograph the blue hour.

Day Four
Surrounded by nearby peaks and watching the golden leaves come alive in the morning light will be a spectacular way to start our day. We'll explore some of the nearby historic mines and buildings that remain from the golden era of mining. Learning to see light and knowing what to look for are important lessons that we'll discuss during our workshop. We'll continue to shoot as long as the light allows, enjoy a short afternoon break and then continue for our sunset session into blue hour.

Day Five
One last morning together and we won't want to miss a single beam of light. We'll be up again early to head out before sunrise so we're in position and ready for that gorgeous light that will pour into the valley. We’ll capture another majestic sunrise and then head to lunch before saying our “see ya laters” and catching flights home.

 
 
 
Photography Workshop Company - Recommended Gear
 

Topics We’ll Cover


 

• The secret to making an impact with your images
• How to set yourself up for success in the field
• Making the most of the location
• The use of natural light
• Long exposure work with the use of filters
• Making full use of your histogram
• Getting past dynamic range
• Manual bracketing
• Capturing water movement
• Proper exposure
• Getting the most from your digital darkroom
• Sometimes rules are meant to be broken

 

Recommended Gear


 

• Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera
• Multiple Batteries & Memory Cards
• Standard to Wide Lens with Lens Hood (10 - 70mm)
• Telephoto Lens with Lens Hood (70 - 600mm)
• Sturdy Tripod
• Wireless Remote or Cable Release
• Circular Polarizer Filter
• Neutral Density Filters
• Winter Clothing (Temps can drop into the 30's)
• Hiking Boots & Rain Jacket
• Headlamp or Flashlight
• Camera / Lens Rain Cover

 
 
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Photography Workshop Company - What's Included
 

What's Included


 

• Professional one-on-one instruction in the field
• Expert digital darkroom instruction and critiquing
• Hours and hours of shooting
• Many amazing images
• Several new friends

 
 
Photography Workshop Company - Payment & Cancellation Policy
 

Payment & Cancellation Policy


 

A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $375 USD is required to secure a space on this workshop.

Balance is due 90 days prior to the workshop start date. • IF YOU WISH TO CANCEL AFTER FINAL PAYMENT HAS BEEN MADE, OUR CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY IS STATED BELOW:

120 - 90 DAYS PRIOR TO WORKSHOP START DATE WILL BE 25% REFUNDABLE (MINUS NON-REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT)

90 DAYS OR LESS PRIOR TO WORKSHOP START DATE AND NO-SHOWS WILL BE NON-REFUNDABLE.

 
Photography Workshop Company - Not Included
 

What's Not Included


• Lodging & Airfare
• Airport fees and taxes including Visa fees
• Meals
• Transportation
• Any incidental costs

 
Photography Workshop Company - Trip Insurance
 

Trip Insurance


We encourage investing in trip insurance to cover your costs in the event an unforseen circumstance were to occur that requires you to cancel.

Photography Workshop Company - Transportation
 

Transportation


Carpooling is optional and at the discretion of the individual attendees.