Have you ever stood breathless in front of a flower that you wanted to remember forever? Took a picture? And were disappointed with the results?
No, that’s not what it looks like. Repeat. Point, Focus, Click. Check it again on the back of the camera.
Damm It! Still not right.
You’re tempted to think it’s your camera and you need to buy newer and better (aka “more expensive”) gear.
Stop! Don’t buy any more gear!
I want to help you keep your money in your pocket and create the beautiful photographs you’ll be proud to share.
I would love to have you join me for a weekend of photographing flowers this July. Not only will we spend time photographing in local gardens, and we’ll also explore how to create the photographs that let you share the beauty you are seeing in nature.
This workshop is for you if you . .
- Love photographing flowers
- Enjoy spending time in nature
- Enjoy hanging out with other nature photographers
- Seek personal guidance as you improve your flower photography skills
- Have the vision but can’t get your gear to cooperate
At the workshop you will . . .
- Have a great time photographing at gardens and parks in the Washington DC area
- Compose photographs that allow you to share what caught your eye in the field
- Capture the beauty you see in your photographs
During the workshop, we’ll visit at least two local gardens or parks to photograph flowers. We will head to the gardens that have the best displays that weekend. We will gather at my home in Bethesda for discussions of the art and craft of flower photography.
The workshop is limited to 6 participants to ensure that I’m able to give you the personalized attention you should get in a photography workshop.
Join me for Photographing Flowers
(Without Swearing at Your Camera!)
July 15-17, 2016
A Hands-on Workshop with Flower Photographer Patty Hankins
The workshop includes at least 2 photos shoots at gardens or parks in the DC area. Classroom sessions will take place at my home in Bethesda.
Registration Fee $ 349
Early Bird Registration – Register by June 1 and save $ 50 – Fee $ 299
Not sure if this workshop is right for you? Drop me an email and we can find a time to talk.
What you’ll need to get the most out of this workshop . . .
- An open mind
- A willingness to try things differently
- A camera with macro capability or a dedicated macro lens
- A tripod
Tentative Schedule:
Friday July 15 – Evening session: Introduction and Orientation
Saturday July 16 – Full Day 6:30 AM – 4 PM Morning (and optional afternoon) field photography sessions at local gardens or parks, mid-day discussions of the art and craft of flower photography
Sunday July 17 –Partial Day 6:30 AM – 11 AM Morning field photography session and Q&A session
A few more details:
Food, lodging and transportation are not included in the cost of the workshop. I will send you information a few weeks before the workshop with all the details about when and where we will be meeting.
The workshop will be held at my home in Bethesda. I do have several cats – so if you are allergic to cats, please plan on taking your allergy medications in advance. We’ve never found a way to get all the cat hair and cat dander off the furniture and I’m sure my cats will come by to greet everyone
We will photograph on both Saturday and Sunday – rain or shine. Be prepared for photographing in mid-summer – sunscreen, bug spray and bottled water make for much more pleasant time in the field.
Not sure if this workshop is right for you? Drop me an email and we can find a time to talk.
Refund Policy
- You can always transfer your reservation to anyone else, at any time, with no penalty. Can’t attend? Send a spouse, friend or colleague in your place!
- We charge a $25 handling fee on all refunds (read #3 and #4 below).
- Prior to June 15, 2016, we will gladly refund the balance of fees you paid to us (less the $25 handling fee). We are not responsible for airfare or other expenses you may incur.
- After June 15, 2016, there are no refunds.