Please consider joining us on our Eastern Sierras Fall Color Workshop to experience the majesty of the fall color and the astonishing landscape of the area. In conjunction with Jack Graham, we are offering this workshop for the 26th year, proud to be able to offer this fantastic photographic experience to you.  Having led workshops in this area for so many years, we know where to go and when to be there!  We’ll visit some of the well-known, iconic places, as well as many places off the beaten path.

If I had one place to photograph it would be here. We’ll see Mono Lake, the White Mountains, and the town of Bodie, once a booming mining town that went bust. Today it’s a genuine ghost town that’s in very good shape and offers endless photographic possibilities.  We’ll see the oldest living species on the planet—the Ancient Bristlecone Pines, beautiful mountain streams and aspen groves, sure to be in full grandeur when we arrive. This time of the year is the prime time for fall color.

We will start our Eastern Sierras fall color workshop in Bishop CA and gradually work our way North to Lee Vining.  Along the way we’ll photograph mountain vistas, birch and aspen trees, flowing streams, placid lakes and above all else, lots of amazing fall color! Once in Lee Vining we will photograph the famous Mono Lake at different times of day to capture the mood and essence of this other-worldly location.  Plus, we will visit the historic Bodie Ghost Town and several other prime Fall Color locations.  Our Eastern Sierra Fall Color Workshop is built upon over 26 years of leading workshops in this area so we know where to go and when to get there for the best photo opportunities.  You will have two instructors, Jack Graham and John Pedersen, who can give you as much, or as little, in-field and classroom instruction as you want.

Preparation and being in the right mindset can help you achieve better results. Before the workshop begins, we will send you several updates so you can better prepare for the conditions and environment.  Also, please read this helpful article on how to prepare for one of our photo workshops.

Here is a short video slideshow of images from this area.  So much variety and photographic possibility!

Fitness Level: Easy

No strenuous hikes. We will be close to our vehicles and all locations should feature short, gentle walks with some uneven terrain. The workshop locations are between 4,000′ and 11,000′ elevation, which increases exertion so please be aware of this prior to registration.

Travel To/From Workshop

The closest airports to our workshop start in Bishop CA are Reno and Las Vegas; both roughly 4 hours drive away.  You may be able to fly in closer to a smaller airport.  You will need a rental car to travel to the workshop start and during the workshop (though we try and carpool as much as possible)  We will meet at our hotel in Bishop on Sunday Oct 8th at 6pm for a Meet and Greet.  More information will be sent to you after registration.