Sessions can begin early in the morning to capture that golden sunrise, the dew-laced flowers, and those frosty surfaces. Mornings and afternoons offer opportunites to capture images of wildlife. Afternoon sun can flatter any landscape. Often, slides are sent out for processing and returned during the average 3-6 day workshop to ensure the opportunity for professional critique and peer enjoyment in evening slide shows. The professional will generally present a slide show of his or her work to supplement instruction, present ideas for your own images, and demonstrate how well-planned exposures can result in extraordinary images.
Programs vary, but most are planned to spend maximum time in the field.
The hours are usually long, the day tiring, and the mood ebullient. The time will fly, new-found friends must part, and you'll return home energized and with artistic skills honed. And it's almost guaranteed that you will have captured the entire experience on film, including a few portraits of new friends. The resources and links included below will help you investigate the type, duration, location, and cost of learning vacation opportunities available. The Arrowmont school has a variety of workshops and its sister organization, Arrowcraft, resides next door in Gatlinburg and features the arts and crafts of local artisans.