The Great American Photography Workshops combines classroom lectures and critiques with hands-on in-the-field instruction designed to enhance skills in photographic techniques and composition.
Lake Clark National Park, Alaska
August 4-8, 2010
Price: $3,200 (from Anchorage) double occupancy *
Limit: 12 Participants FULL
Instructor: Donald Norsworthy
Workshop Description: Join professional photographer and former instructor of photography at Troy University, Donald Norsworthy; Great American Photography Workshops host and accomplished wildlife photographer, Ted Keller; and professional guides/outfitters; on an adventurous “in-the-field workshop” photographing grizzly bears and other wildlife along the western coast of Cook Inlet in Lake Clark National Park, Alaska. Located approximately 125 miles southwest of Anchorage on the west side of Cook Inlet, Lake Clark National Park is a huge pristine wilderness, composed of rugged mountains, volcanoes, lakes, and diverse wildlife. Except for a few small coastal properties grandfathered for private ownership when the park was established in 1980, the entire park is virtually undeveloped and is inaccessible by road. A small lodge on one of these private properties will serve as the base for this exciting GAPW workshop. (continue…)
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Our 2011 Schedule of Events is Soon to be Announced
WOW! It has been almost 19 years since the inception of this workshop company! We are diligently working on our 2011 Schedule of Events. We have kept some of the favorites and included some new locations. Our instructors are all very excited to offer their expertise in all aspects of photography. As we venture further into the digital age, the GAPW is offering more and more help in expanding your knowledge and horizons with instructors who are on the cutting edge of digital imaging. Whether it’s the best way to capture your files or the all important workflow arena, we will help you take advantage of this exciting era of photography. We are the same GAPW that brings you great value and an unsurpassed learning experience always mixed with lots of fun and laughter!
Thank you for making the GAPW a continued success!
The Great American Photography Workshops (GAPW) combines classroom lectures and critiques with hands-on in-the-field instruction designed to improve and enhance skills in photographic techniques and composition. Our locations are chosen to arouse both the soul and one’s creativity. They include some of our National treasures – our National Parks and Monuments – as well as lesser known but equally scenic and inspiring venues.
Our faculty come from the ranks of the finest nature photographers, teachers, naturalists, lecturers and workshop leaders in the profession. Here you will find professionals willing – and eager – to share their vast knowledge with you whether it’s the mechanics of equipment operation, the artistry of effective composition, the habits and activities of wildlife or the natural history of our environment. They are equally eager to share their concern and sensitivity for environment and habitat preservation. The majority of the images you see on the following pages were taken by amateurs – GAPW participants – who, we’re proud to say, have benefited from our faculty’s instruction.
Our 2010 schedule includes some perennial favorites and some new locations as well; all chosen so that you can be there at the best time of the year. And, whether you shoot print film, slides, or digital, our Digital Photography Workflow Workshop series will show you how to make prints fit for a gallery.
Finally, all of our events include an honest critique of your work. Regardless of the medium you use – digital or film – our goal is to provide unique shooting opportunities, help you become a better photographer and ensure you have fun doing it.
