Santa Fe
Since 1990, more than 19,000 participants and instructors have journeyed to Santa Fe Photographic Workshops to pursue their passion for photography.
Inspired by the rich culture and picturesque high desert of Santa Fe, The Workshops offer state-of-the-art photographic education in a setting that encourages you to devote your full attention to sparking your creativity and expanding your technical skills.
"I would like to thank you all for, once again, a truly remarkable week. I know that from the moment I arrive until the moment I leave my education, comfort, and overall experience is the primary concern of all who are there to assist me. This is why I choose Santa Fe Workshops. In every way I can measure, you all provide the very best workshop experience anywhere on this and neighboring planets. End of story." - Steve Babbit, past workshop participant
"I regard my beginning photography workshop as a life-changing experience. I am deeply indebted to Santa Fe Workshops for instilling in me the artistic vision, inspiration, and motivation that has flourished throughout the years." - Joyce Woollems, past workshop participant
Northern New Mexico Photographic Adventure: Capture to Print
Tony Bonanno |
June 1 - 6, 2018
Beyond the Basics,
Digital Workflow & Printing,
Landscape & Nature
From our base at breathtaking Cliff River Springs, embark on a photographic adventure to capture the beauty of New Mexico.
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Adobe Lightroom Intensive: Organizing and Enhancing Your Images
Brandon Johnson |
June 2 - 3, 2018
Digital Workflow & Printing,
Intensives
Turn on the power of Lightroom to simply and successfully organize and process your images.
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Intensive: Adobe Photoshop for Fine-Art Photographers
Dan Burkholder |
June 8 - 9, 2018
Digital Workflow & Printing,
Intensives
Learn the ins and out of Adobe Photoshop and infuse your images with an extra dose of intrigue and beauty.
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Encaustic and Book Arts for Photographers
Jill Skupin Burkholder |
June 11 - 15, 2018
Creative Vision,
Fine Art,
Alternative Processes,
One-of-a-Kind
Discover new avenues of artistic expression as you combine photography and bookmaking with the seductive medium of encaustic.
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Inkjet Printing in an Alternate Universe
Dan Burkholder |
June 11 - 15, 2018
Creative Vision,
Digital Workflow & Printing,
Fine Art,
Alternative Processes
Advanced Amateurs, Professionals
Enter the magical world of translucent paper, hand-applied gold leaf, and gesso, all combined with archival inkjet printing.
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The Fine Art of Still Life Photography
Kimberly Witham |
June 24 - 29, 2018
Creative Vision,
Fine Art,
Studio and Lighting,
One-of-a-Kind
Advanced Amateurs, Professionals
Challenge yourself with the exquisite art of the still life and learn to merge technical lighting skills with composition and design.
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Street Portraits
Jennifer Spelman |
June 24 - 29, 2018
Beyond the Basics,
Creative Vision,
Portraits
Create insightful, dynamic portraits sharing the life of a stranger as you bring out the best in yourself and your subjects.
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The New World of Travel Photography
Krista Rossow |
June 24 - 29, 2018
Beyond the Basics,
Documentary,
Travel,
The Business Side
Become the photographer who ventures off the beaten path to make meaningful images that reveal the spirit of a place.
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Infrared: The Lyrical Image
Laurie Klein |
June 24 - 29, 2018
Creative Vision,
Fine Art,
One-of-a-Kind
Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, Professionals
Explore the magically creative possibilities of infrared photography with a true guru of the art form.
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Harnessing the Full Power of the iPhone
Pei Ketron |
June 24 - 29, 2018
The Basics,
Beyond the Basics,
Creative Vision,
Landscape & Nature,
Travel,
One-of-a-Kind
Explore the art of capturing and editing on the powerful camera you carry in your pocket.
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The Standout Editorial Portrait
Emily Shur |
July 1 - 6, 2018
Creative Vision,
Portraits,
Studio and Lighting,
The Business Side
Advanced Amateurs, Professionals
Bolster your ability to navigate the world of advertising and editorial assignments by creating portraits that stand out in a sea of imagery.
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Landscapes: Beyond the Postcard
Raul Touzon |
July 1 - 6, 2018
Beyond the Basics,
Creative Vision,
Landscape & Nature
Abandon your preconceptions about landscape photography and start making bold, surprising images that delight and endure.
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