In February, Lake Superior starts to freeze. Thick sheets of pack ice get pushed up onto the shore making a maze of blue ice to walk through. This ice also makes an interesting subject to photograph — the deep blue of the ice contrasts with the splash of color during the sunrise and sunset, which occurs out over the lake each day. Combine the unique shore ice with all-day-long, golden-hour light, sea fog and open water, and you have the conditions for award winning photography. Join me on Lake Superior for one of my Winter Photography Workshops and capture stunning images of the big lake in a season when most people stay away.
- When: February, 10 to 12, 2012 (full)
- Added session!: February 24 to 26, 2012 (still space left) – Call 218-348-7864 or email me at bryan@bryanhansel.com to register.
- Workshop Fee: $250/person
- Lodging From: $99/night
Dining: Meals will be available in our Lakeside Dining Room and Poplar River Pub - For Reservations: Call 218-663-7212 or 1-800-2LUTSEN (258-8736)
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Winter Photography Workshop Activity Descriptions
Like my other photography workshops this winter photography workshop in the Lutsen and Grand Marais area combines classroom time with plenty of field-work time and a final review. You’ll learn photography techniques for landscapes, how to stay warm in February temperatures, and how to keep your camera running in the cold. There’s plenty of time for one-on-one instruction with the small group size.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10
Meet at 7PM for introductions and two classroom presentations. The first discusses how to stay warm. The second presentation focuses on keeping your camera gear running in the cold temperatures.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11
The day starts early with a morning session on the Lake Superior shoreline photographing the sunrise. Then we will break for breakfast which is available at the main lodge or on your own. We’ll assemble after breakfast for a brief classroom session and then head back out into the field for a full-day adventure. Box lunches may be ordered at the front desk. Depending on the weather, we may hike deep into a canyon of a North Shore river to photograph frozen waterfalls, or we may visit multiple locations warming up in the van before we venture out. After sunset, we will break for dinner. After dinner you may use the classroom to sort through the day’s pictures. Bryan will be around until 9PM to answer questions and give feedback.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12
We assemble before sunrise in the Main Lodge lobby to head out for a sunrise photography session. A late breakfast will be available at the main lodge or on your own. After breakfast we’ll have a slide show. The workshop ends at 1PM.
Required Photography Equipment
Camera: A SLR style digital camera or a point and shoot that allows you to manually set your shutter speed and aperture is highly recommended, but other cameras will also work.
Filters: A polarizing filter is highly recommended. Two and Three Step ND Grads with Holder and rings for your lenses. Learn more about filters for this workshop.
Other Suggested Equipment: Bring a tripod, your camera’s manual, and a laptop computer. Call for recommendations.
2 Comments
Absolutely stunning Bryan. I hope to find a way to see more at some point.
Judie
Thanks, Judie.
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[...] Lake Superior Winter Photography Workshop: This year’s workshop happens on February, 10 to 12, 2012. I love this workshop and it always fills up. At this point, we still have space, but if you’re thinking of joining me this year, you should get signed up soon. [...]