Redrock Landscapes: Bryce & Zion National Parks
There is nothing quite like the landscape of southern Utah and this workshop allows you to explore two amazing national parks in the heart of red rock country: Bryce and Zion.
We’ll begin our adventure in Bryce National Park with its unique hoodoos – thin columns of rock that form magnificent spires. No other place on earth has as many hoodoos! We’ll experience the tangerine glow of the hoodoos at sunrise and the beautiful evening light of sunset over Bryce’s high plateau. Our hikes down into Bryce Canyon will allow us to shoot a variety of compositions.
After three days of soaking in the geologic wonders of Bryce, we travel southwest to Zion. Sitting on the edge of the Colorado Plateau, Zion National Park is part of the Grand Staircase, a colorful rock formation that stretches from Bryce to the Grand Canyon (fun fact: the bottom rock layer at Bryce Canyon is the top layer at Zion!). We’ll explore Zion’s amazing canyon where sandstone walls of crimson and orange tower over 1000 feet above the canyon floor. Wind and water have eroded and sculpted beautiful rock “temples” and the green ribbon of the Virgin River meanders through them, carving out unique formations. During the week, we also plan to capture the amazing dark skies and brilliant stars of southwest Utah through night photography.
Join us for a true adventure where the play of light, shadow, and vibrant desert colors create endless photo opportunities. Bryce and Zion are sure to reinvigorate your photography and your spirit!
Registration
Tuition
Early Bird: $1995 by April 15, 2023
(represents a $200 discount!)
Regular: $2195 after April 15, 2023
Deposit: $495 due with Registration ((after Early Bird deadline, deposit will be $695)
Balance: due July 17, 2023
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Itinerary
sunday-sunday | OCTOBER 15 - 21, 2023
Our workshop begins with an orientation on Sunday, October 15 at 7:00pm in Bryce Canyon City and concludes at 12:00pm in Springdale, Utah on Saturday, October 21.
sunday-wednesday morning | OCTOBER 15 - 18 | bryce
After a field shoot on Wednesday morning, we will drive to Springdale, the gateway to Zion National Park (approximately 2 hours).
wednesday evening-sunday | OCTOBER 18 - 21 | zion
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: We’ll explore the amazing geology and habitats of two national parks. Planned locations for each are as follows. Bryce: Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Rim Trail, Inspiration Point, Bryce Amphitheater. Zion: Towers of the Virgin, Pine Creek, Emerald Pools, and Temple of Sinawava. Depending on weather, we’ll also enjoy night photography.
“The whole week was exceptional in every way! Shooting stunning landscapes, learning how to do it even better,
and meeting great people — perfect!”
Workshop Details
LODGING
This workshop has two lodging locations. Participant information for making their reservations is below.
Our first lodging location is the Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel in Bryce Canyon City, Utah. There is a room block starting on October 15 (3 nights), departing October 18. Room rates are $143 + tax per night. The room block will be released September 15, 2023. After that, reservations will be based on availability.
The second location for this workshop is the Holiday Inn Express Zion National Park in Springdale, Utah. There is a room block set up for participants starting on October 18 (3 nights), departing October 21. Room rates are $229 + tax per night. The room block will be released September 21, 2023. After that, reservations will be based on availability.
TRAVEL
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to/from the workshop and during the workshop.
The most convenient airport for this workshop is Las Vegas, Nevada (LAS). You will find that several major car rental companies have office locations on-site at the airport. It is approximately 270 miles (4.5 hours) to Bryce Canyon National Park. For transportation to and from field shoots, we suggest that you carpool to get to know fellow students. In Zion, we will be utilizing the required park shuttle bus to travel to some of our shooting locations.
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 3 miles on marked paths and trails with a few steep, more difficult sections. Elevation: 4000ft - 9100ft.
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.
FEES
Entrance fees to Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park are the responsibility of individual participants. Click the individual park names above for additional information on entrance fees and park passes, including digital passes.
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
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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.
