Fine Art in the Sky

with Kristi Odom

July 14 – 18, 2025

Tuition $2195.00

(includes meal plan, see below)

Location Fee $70.00

Standard Deposit $400.00

Course Description

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Santa Fe’s skies, explore a creative muse above, and master a variety of new photographic techniques in this unique workshop with Kristi Odom. This new program is designed for photographers who wish to elevate their artistry by capturing the mysterious allure of wide-open desert skies, a dizzying accumulation of cloud formations, vivid stars, and the Milky Way.

Set against the stunning backdrop of New Mexico’s diverse landscapes, you learn to transform ordinary skies into extraordinary works of art. Kristi guides participants through the mesmerizing world of cloudscapes and starry nights, and provides demonstrations and assignments designed to help you translate the beauty of the night. Throughout this workshop, you explore new techniques for capturing dynamic cloud formations, photographing sunsets, creating artwork with stars, and mastering long-exposure photography to bring the sky to life. Through a blend of technical instruction and creative exploration, we cover:

Cloud Photography: Techniques for capturing dramatic cloud formations by using filters, timelapse photography, and stacking techniques.
Astrophotography: Mastering the art of photographing celestial bodies and the Milky Way, including essential equipment, camera settings, and long-exposure tips.
Composition and Mood: How to create emotive and striking compositions that convey the vastness and mystery of the sky.
Fine Art: How to create unique and impressionable images that celebrate not only the sky, but you as an artist.

Our week together includes hands-on field sessions, where we venture to iconic locations around Santa Fe, allowing you to practice your skills in a supportive environment. These location sessions are paired with time in the classroom, where Kristi reviews your new images and discusses post-processing techniques that enhance your images and bring your artistic vision to life.

Join Kristi on this creative journey and discover how to capture the enchanting beauty above, turning your photography into fine art that reflects the unique spirit of Santa Fe’s early morning, sunset, and night skies.

Additional Information

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs

What You Should Know:

Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR or mirrorless camera. Participants must be able to download and select images using image editing software for class sessions.

Participants should also have a working knowledge of Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop and have the software installed on their laptops.

Activity Level:

To get the most from your workshop experience, participants should be in good physical (mobility, stamina) and mental health. Come prepared for the high elevation of Santa Fe, long days, and seasonal weather including high temperatures. You must be able to carry your own photographic and personal gear at all times, both on campus and on location. You are responsible for being open and honest about your physical fitness, and we reserve the right to remove you from the workshop if we find your fitness to be less than that which you have described.

Participants should be able to engage in moderate outdoor exercise for up to an hour or more at a time including off-trail walking on uneven terrain including sand, dirt, and loose rock. Location work is likely to include late evening shoots. Participants must be comfortable working in and moving in the dark.

Policies:

View Payment, Refund, Withdrawal, and Transfer Policies for domestic workshops.

Accommodations:

Participants are responsible for making their own housing arrangements in Santa Fe. On-campus accommodations are not currently available.

Meals:

Lunch Monday through Friday, dinner before the Friday evening Image Presentations, and daily beverage service are included.

about

Kristi Odom

Kristi Odom is a Nikon Ambassador, an award-winning photographer, and filmmaker known for her work in wildlife photography, conservation, and storytelling. She combines her love for nature and her technical skills to capture images that connect emotionally with viewers and raise awareness about environmental issues. Kristi has received numerous accolades for her photography, including awards from organizations like Nature’s Best and National Geographic.

Informed by her experience as an associate fellow for the International League of Conservation Photographers and as a contributing photographer for National Geographic, Kristi explores the role of photography in environmental advocacy. She also frequently speaks at events and workshops, sharing her experiences and techniques with other photographers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Website: kristiodomfineart.com