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On Location

© Roxanne Bouché Overton
Image © Roxanne Bouché Overton

Join SFW for our On Location workshops. Whether it’s in Santa Fe, San Miguel de Allende, Cuba, or any of our Pop-up and International programs, see what makes SFW On Location such a memorable experience.

Pop-up:
San Francisco Bay Area

with Christie Hemm Klok

May 18 and 19, 2024
Incorporate artificial light into storytelling as a creative means to define individual styles while preserving the authenticity of documented scenes
Package Price
$995.00
Package Price
$995.00

with Jennifer Spelman

May 21 – 30, 2024
Journey on a path that leads through a mix of modern, ancient, and natural world wonders.
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Jean Miele

June 24 – 28, 2024
Join Jean “Gino” Miele this summer exploring the backroads, high points, and hidden gems of the New Mexico landscape while learning post-processing techniques specific to landscape photography in Adobe Lightroom.
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$100.00
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$100.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Cira Crowell

June 24 – 28, 2024
Delve into key characteristics of light, learn how to control your camera and utilize the digital editing tools to express your inspiration in creating evocative black-and-white photography guided by Leica expert Cira Crowell.
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$375.00
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$375.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Stephanie Johnson

June 24 – 28, 2024
See things differently and reimagine the world around you in this immersive ICM and ME creative photography experience in Santa Fe, New Mexico with Stephanie Johnson.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$155.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$155.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Rania Matar

June 24 – 28, 2024
Master the key elements of the portraiture process including approaching potential subjects, establishing trust, and developing a relationship all the while paying attention to detail, postures, expressions, and the use of the environment.
Tuition
$2195.00
Fee
$350.00
Tuition
$2195.00
Fee
$350.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Nevada Wier

July 1 – 5, 2024
Learn how to combine the technical, practical, and creative aspects of travel photography to elevate your creative vision and expand your photographic technique.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$165.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$165.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Jennifer Spelman and Arien Chang

July 1 – 5, 2024
Spend five days immersed in the energy of the street, challenging your newfound street photography skills and building your confidence with longtime friends and photographers Arien Chang and Jennifer Spelman.
Tuition
$2195.00
Fee
$100.00
Tuition
$2195.00
Fee
$100.00

with Jeff Phillips

July 1 – 5, 2024
Jeff Phillips guides creators of all skill levels through the complete process of crafting photo zines in this immersive five day workshop held in the book haven of Santa Fe.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$195.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$195.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Elena Dorfman

July 1 – 5, 2024
Explore landscape photography in new ways with this rare and unique opportunity to experiment with alternative approaches both in the field and in post-production using digital and analog practices.
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$245.00
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$245.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Xuan-Hui Ng

July 8 – 12, 2024 (spaces available)
July 15 – 19, 2024 (waitlisted)
Discover and explore nature’s embrace in Santa Fe, New Mexico as Xuan-Hui Ng shares her techniques for photographing nature, including her use of natural light, shadows, reflections, rain, snow, and mist to simplify and add texture to the images.
Tuition
$2395.00
Fee
$200.00
Tuition
$2395.00
Fee
$200.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Jennifer Spelman

July 8 – 12, 2024
In this portrait photography workshop centered around the culturally diverse streets of Santa Fe, Jennifer Spelman, in collaboration with the International Folk Art Market (IFAM), demonstrates approaches to engage individuals, assess conditions, and develop a personal connection.
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$100.00
Tuition
$1795.00
Fee
$100.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Mark Klett

July 8 – 12, 2024
Spend a week exploring the photobook with Mark Klett as he works with participants to examine the current state of photographic book publishing while helping to create their own self-published photobooks.
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$95.00
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$95.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Ed Kashi

July 8 – 12, 2024
Take part in Ed Kashi’s focused five-day photography intensive directed towards developing a complete, refined body of work, exploring interweaving mediums, poignant subjects, and impactful visual narrative styles.
Tuition
$2395.00
Fee
$55.00
Tuition
$2395.00
Fee
$55.00

with Katie McCurdy

July 8 – 12, 2024
Learn the tools and concepts behind artful, high-level portraiture. Kate McCurdy shares her editorial portrait and in post-editing expertise, covering all creative and professional aspects of the industry.
Tuition
$2095.00
Fee
$385.00
Tuition
$2095.00
Fee
$385.00

with Nick Merrick

July 15 – 19, 2024
This in-person workshop instructed by Nick Merrick held in Santa Fe is designed for photographers with experience in architectural photography and will cover both the technical and aesthetic elements related to architectural photographic techniques.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$100.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$100.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Kristi Odom

July 15 – 19, 2024
National Geographic contributing photographer Kristi Odom guides participants through a comprehensive exploration of macro photography including lighting techniques specifically tailored for macro shots.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$80.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$80.00

with Susan kae Grant

July 15 – 19, 2024
Cultivate a new photo book idea or progress existing works-in-progress during this hands-on immersive workshop creating photographic books that are as diverse in style and direction as they are in technique.
Tuition
$2295.00
Fee
$190.00
Tuition
$2295.00
Fee
$190.00

with Douglas Merriam

July 22 – 24, 2024
Experience the fun and flavor of the Santa Fe culinary scene with renowned New Mexico food photographer Douglas Merriam in this two and half day summer workshop blending of hands-on food photography, inspiration, and play.
Tuition
$995.00
Tuition
$995.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Susan Burnstine

July 22 – 26, 2024
Join Susan Burnstine in discovering innovative ways to reimagine the world while learning the skills to uncover and identify one’s unique interpretations for a deeper meaning of place regardless of photographic genre.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$135.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$135.00

with Julia C. Martin

July 22 – 26, 2024
This hands-on workshop in Santa Fe with Julia Martin, explores both digital and alternative photographic processes in image-making using natural materials while learning how to integrate your work with the earth in a new and sustainable way.
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$190.00
Tuition
$1895.00
Fee
$190.00

with Lee Anne White

July 22 – 26, 2024
Set in the nation’s oldest capital city, Santa Fe, transcend capturing mere images and delve deeper into storytelling and portraying a profound sense of place in this immersive photography workshop.
Tuition
$2095.00
Fee
$155.00
Tuition
$2095.00
Fee
$155.00
Santa Fe
– Summer Season

with Leanne Trivett S.

July 22 – 26, 2024
Photographing botanicals, learn new camera techniques, play with abstract, and explore ICM and multiple exposures in this new immersive, hands-on workshop in Santa Fe.
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$200.00
Tuition
$1995.00
Fee
$200.00

with Eddie Soloway

August 18 – 23, 2024
Explore the breathtaking landscape and the endless photographic possibilities of Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in Utah.
Package Price
$1695.00
Package Price
$1695.00

with Nevada Wier

September 26 – 30, 2024
Join renowned travel photographer Nevada Wier in San Miguel de Allende during one of the most important traditions, the 100-year celebration of the patron saint San Miguel Arcángel (St. Michael).
Package Price
$2995.00
Package Price
$2995.00
Pop-up:
Bar Harbor, Maine

with Rick Berk

October 6 – 10, 2024
Journey to the crown jewel of the northeast, Acadia National Park this Autumn with Rick Berk to expand our creativity and as well as learn the technical elements of landscape photography.
Tuition
$1795.00
Tuition
$1795.00

with Sal Taylor Kydd

October 7 – 11, 2024
Delve into different storytelling techniques and create compelling visual narratives that reflect the essence of San Miguel de Allende with Sal Taylor Kydd in this immersive week-long photography workshop.
Package Price
$2995.00
Package Price
$2995.00

with Karen Divine

October 7 – 11, 2024
This memorable week-long adventure with Karen Divine in San Miguel de Allende is geared to move you outside your comfort zone, challenging you to make iPhone composites that reflect a new and unique personal perspective.
Package Price
$2795.00
Package Price
$2795.00

with Jason Langer

October 7 – 11, 2024
Guided by Jason Langer, this workshop explores night photography and includes lessons on understanding ambient lighting sources such as streetlamps, exterior lighting, their kelvin temperatures, the moon and stars, as well as artificial lighting.
Package Price
$2795.00
Package Price
$2795.00

with Laurie Klein and Shelley Vandegrift

October 14 – 18, 2024
Each day is an opportunity for personal growth, refining your finesse in fine-art infrared storytelling. Join Laurie Klein and Shelley Vandegrift, for an immersive experience destined to enrich your artistic narrative in the world of infrared photography.
Package Price
$2995.00
Package Price
$2995.00

with Keith Carter

October 14 – 18, 2024
Join fine-art photographer Keith Carter for an adventurous hands-on guide to contemporary skills and new post-production techniques to get your mojo rising.
Package Price
$2995.00
Package Price
$2995.00
San Miguel de Allende

with Roxanne Bouché Overton

October 14 – 18, 2024
Journey through the cobblestone streets and picturesque landscapes of San Miguel de Allende, with Roxanne Bouché Overton, armed with your understanding of the intentional techniques involved in capturing dynamic and abstract images through camera movement.
Package Price
$3095.00
Package Price
$3095.00
International Expeditions

with Jennifer Spelman

October 16 –27, 2024
From ancient cities to towering mountains and majestic sand dunes, Morocco offers up an endless array of immortal stories.
Package Price
$7895.00
Package Price
$7895.00
San Miguel de Allende

with Sam Abell

October 21 – 25, 2024
Join Sam Abell in this documentary photography workshop that incorporates review of existing work, daily field sessions in and around the colorful city of San Miguel de Allende, and one-on-one sessions.
Package Price
$3295.00
Package Price
$3295.00
San Miguel de Allende

with Maggie Taylor

October 21 – 25, 2024
Push the boundaries of photographic shape-shifting and discover visually rich digital collage opportunities with Maggie Taylor on-location in San Miguel de Allende.
Package Price
$3195.00
Package Price
$3195.00
San Miguel de Allende

with Arthur Meyerson

October 21 – 25, 2024
Cultivate your visual sensitivity and heighten your awareness of color as you master how to gracefully capture those “decisive moments.”
Package Price
$2995.00
Package Price
$2995.00
Pop-up:
Freeport, Maine

with Reid Callanan

October 27 – 31, 2024
Long-time Maine resident Reid Callanan takes students on a creative photographic adventure, exploring the backroads, sand beaches, fishing villages and waterways in this immersive in-person photography workshop.
Package Price
$1795.00
Package Price
$1795.00
International Expeditions

with Michael Amici

October 29 – November 3, 2024
Turn your lens to Oaxacan Day of the Dead celebrations, from altars and sand tapestries to graveyards full of candles and flowers.
Package Price
$3895.00
Package Price
$3895.00

with Eddie Soloway

December 3 – 8, 2024
See the natural world with fresh eyes, moving into the world of abstractions, reflections, layers, movement, and then deeper into the realm of concepts and imagination.
Package Price
$1695.00
Package Price
$1695.00

with Kike Calvo

February 22 – March 3, 2025
Photograph the second biggest carnival in the world in Barranquilla after exploring the wonders of Cartagena with frequent National Geographic contributing photographer Kike Calvo.
Package Price
$7500.00
Package Price
$7500.00
International Expeditions

with Jennifer Spelman

April 4 – 15, 2025
Explore the lively markets of modern cities to the tranquil rice paddies of the countryside, from ancient temples to colonial monuments, Vietnam offers a diverse tapestry of culture, landscapes, stories, and traditions waiting to be experienced and seen through your lens.
Package Price
$7650.00
Package Price
$7650.00
International Expeditions

with Stephen Wilkes

September 15 – 24, 2025
Join Stephen Wilkes for a photographic expedition to the rich cinematic landscapes of Iceland and push your image making to new heights
Package Price
$8400.00
Package Price
$8400.00
International Expeditions

with Jennifer Spelman

October 3 – 10, 2025
Join world-traveling photographer Jennifer Spelman on a memorable autumn journey to Portugal to photograph the intricate interplay of light, shadow, color, and culture in one of Europe’s most captivating destinations.
Package Price
$8750.00
Package Price
$8750.00
International Expeditions

with Jennifer Spelman and Michael Amici

October 17 – 28, 2025
Redirect your approach to seeing and develop a broader understanding of the fascinating and sacred country of India.
Package Price
$7995.00
Package Price
$7995.00