Big Bend National Park
There are all kinds of great reasons for photographers to visit Big Bend National Park. It could be to relish in the quiet solitude and capture the incredible vistas of southern Texas. It might even be the incredible natural diversity of the plants and wildlife that is so exciting or maybe it’s the opportunity to capture the amazing canopy of starlight and the Milky Way of this designated International Dark Sky Park. Each year on November 2 a special celebration of life and loved ones, known as “The Day of the Dead” takes place in Terlingua, Texas. We’ll be there to capture the festivities and spirit of it all.
Big Bend National Park is one of the biggest US national parks and also one of the most remote. Three incredibly diverse ecosystems make up this beautiful desert landscape. The Chisos Mountains rocky and rugged rise up like a huge island from the Chihuahuan desert. The Rio Grande River meanders along the border with Mexico and forms the southern edge of Big Bend, cutting through ancient volcanic rock to form the amazing Santa Elena Canyon. Join DJP to explore, enjoy, and photograph the best that Big Bend National Park offers!
Registration
Tuition
$2195
Deposit: $695 due with Registration
Balance: due July 31, 2023
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Itinerary
Sunday-Friday | October 29 - November 3, 2023
Our Workshop begins with a welcome orientation on Sunday at 7:00pm and concludes after our group slideshow on Friday at 12:00pm.
Each day will be packed with field sessions led by Doug at the best times for shooting, daily lectures to improve your photographic skills and visual seeing, constructive critiques of participants’ images, and open labs for individual assistance. Classroom sessions are tailored to each workshop and are based on participant interests and goals for the workshop. Additional topics are designed to enhance participants’ skills for the type of shooting the location emphasizes.
Location Highlights: Explore this unique mountainous desert deep in the heart of Texas at locations such as Santa Elena Canyon, Rio Grande Overlook, Burro Mesa Overlook, Balance Rock, Ernst Tinaja Canyon, Tuff Canyon, and Sotol Vista. Depending on weather conditions, we’ll also do a night shoot to capture Big Bend’s dark skies that showcase thousands of stars!
“This was an amazing adventure and learning experience. Doug is fun, funny, very attentive, extremely patient and has an infectious laugh! I learned so much and was pushed beyond my comfort zone.”
Workshop Details
LODGING
Lajitas Golf Resort
21701 FM 170, Lajitas, TX 79852 432-424-5000
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A 6-night room block from October 28 - November 3, 2023 is being held for workshop attendees until September 28, 2023. Room rates range from $206 to $269 per night + tax depending on room choice. Room choices are based on a first-come, first-served basis. When booking your room use Doug Johnson Photography Workshops as reference.
TRAVEL
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to/from the workshop and during the workshop.
The nearest airports for this workshop are Midland Airport (MAF) - 203miles, or El Paso Airport (ELP) - 292 miles. You will find that several major car rental companies have office locations on-site at the airport. For transportation to and from field shoots, we suggest that you carpool to get to know fellow students.
Doug Johnson Photography is not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets, hotel rooms in the event of a workshop cancellation. Please consider the purchase of travel insurance.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Easy to Moderate: Up to 5 miles, marked paths and trails with a few steep more difficult sections. Elevation: 1800ft - 5000ft.
EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE
We want your experience on a Doug Johnson Photography workshop to be extraordinary and recognize that preparation is one important key to success. Specific guidelines will be sent to participants, but a general list of recommendations can be downloaded via our Gear & Packing List.
Covid-19 Vaccination
In support of Doug Johnson Photography’s commitment to health and safety, DJP Workshops is requiring all participants to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as defined by the CDC before the start date of their workshop.
Guidelines are subject to change for specific workshops based on evolving health guidance from the CDC and public health experts. DJP will revise requirements, including the use of face masks, based on the CDC and requirements of federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Additional Information
Please visit FAQs about Location Workshops.
Please review our Cancellation Policy to learn about new policies for 2023.
We are always happy to talk with you about our workshops and what makes a good match for your goals. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Doug at 303-829-2215 or contact us via our online form.
