Redwoods and Southern Oregon Coast

Towering Redwood Forests, Blooming Rhododendrons, Rugged Seascapes, Pounding Ocean Surf and Beautiful Landscapes

Photography Tour Date: May 26 - 31, 2020

Photography Tour Leaders and Mentors: William Manning and Adam Jones
• $1695
• Instruction and leader fees.
• Devoted to helping participants to see creatively and become better photographers
• Friendly, approachable and always there with you
• Destination Photography Mentorship Programs are well scouted, planned and rewarding
• After our time together on location, each participant receives 3 one hour sessions of one on one mentoring via Skype where I share my computer screen demonstrating editing, processing and creative techniques. Participant also receives 2 critiques of their work with live feedback. Participants get up to 90 days after our time together on location to use this learning resource.

California Redwoods Photography Mentorship Program

Heighten Your Photography Skills and Discover Your Talents

California's Redwood Forests are a inspiring site to behold and photograph. Northern California's Redwood National and State Parks are home to the tallest trees on earth. Standing beneath these giants is special and to photograph them is a memorable experience not to be forgotten. Our photo journey puts us on location during the rhododendron blooms and likely mother nature will throw in a little fog adding for a little extra mood.

The region most people call Redwood Forests is actually a group of state and national park lands. It encompasses forests, meadows and beaches. It is difficult to say exactly where we will land each day at the time of this posting as most of it will depend on the light, weather and rhododendron blooms. Regardless, you can bet we'll get you to the best locations in the region. In past photo shoots some of best photography came from Redwood National Park's Lady Bird Johnson Grove, Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park and Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park along with many others.

Oregon Coast

The second half of this tour, we explore the stunning Oregon Coast. We consider the Oregon Coast the most beautiful coastline in all of North America. Adding this incredible coastal region in with the California Redwoods will allow us a wide variety of subjects and situations to explore and learn. We will base ourselves out of Bandon Beach for this portion of the photo tour. Bandon gives us some of the most beautiful seastacks along the coast. South of Bandon is Cape Sebastian another stunning section of the Oregon coastline. This will be a rewarding photo journey. We hope you can join us and stand beneath the giant redwoods and feel the salty breeze come off the pacific surf along the southern Oregon Coast.

March 25 - 29, 2018

What you can expect. You can expect to be the focus of attention. Your photography is paramount and it's our job to provide the answers that allow you to grow as a photographer. Participants receive an abundance of one on one instruction in the field along with group discussions. You'll discover the artist within and build on your skills. Mastering your tools in the field and knowing what they can do for you is the foundation to a successful photo journey. We know photographers want to be behind their camera therefore we make every effort to maximize our time in the field and teach with a hands on approach. Learning to see and knowing what to do once you identify your subject is the stepping stone to building a work of art.

Itinerary. Our daily schedule may vary depending on location and weather. Light is the most important ingredient to a rewarding photo shoot. Photo tours allow us the flexibility to respond to the light and weather conditions as needed. We won't miss any of the highlights, its just we'll photograph them on the day best suited for optimum conditions needed. You can expect early mornings and photograph throughout the good morning light. Whenever the weather conditions are favorable for photography you can bet we'll take advantage of it. When afternoon light works against us we'll take in a critique session and/or talk processing and expanding your art beyond the camera. For those in need of an afternoon break, this time is set aside for you as well. Late afternoon and into early evening we'll be back in the field for more hands on photography instruction and photo opportunities.

tree branch beneath the towering redwood trees and foggy sky common types of shots we strive for on our California Redwoods photography tour

Dune grasses blowing in wind along Oregon Coast at Sunset

lupine in bloom along dirt road in meadow high above the redwood forest,

Rhododendrens in full bloom in fog covered Redwood forest

Rocky coastline during sunset along Pacific coast in Oregon

Bandon Beach at sunset with sea stacks and fast moving waves

Seastacks and sand ripples reflecting sunset light along Oregon Coast

Soft feel of rushing waves pounding the rugged Oregon Coast

The Details

California Redwoods and Oregon Coast

May 26 - 31, 2020

Tour Cost:
$1695.
Deposit: $250.
Participants: Min 5 - Max 12

What's Included:

• Photographer / Guide
• Photo Critiques and Instruction
• Small Group Size
• Photography Permits

Not Included:

• Lodging
• Air transportation
• Ground Transportation
• Meals

Airport Choices: Rogue Valley International Airport (Medford, OR) or San Francisco (longer drive)

Pay
Registration
Tour and Workshop Policies

NOTE: I have had several requests from participants who would like to provide their own transportation. If you want to drive yourself during the tour you are welcome. Please call or email with this request and I will discount the transportation cost from the tour price.

Tour and Workshops can be paid via PayPal or check. To pay through PayPal simply click button below .
To pay by check, cashiers check or money order simply mail to:

William Manning Photography
6396 Birchdale CT
Cincinnati, OH 45230

Deposit $250

Balance $1445

Payment in $1695

Destination Photography Mentorship Policies

I. Reservations

A deposit and a completed registration form will reserve a place for you on a William Manning / Nature's Light Photo Tour. Payment can be made by via PayPal or personal check, cashiers check or money order. Payment in full is due 90 days prior to departure date unless otherwise noted.

II. Payment / Refund Policies

a. Mentorship Program fee: Please see individual tour see what is included in each tour as this may vary.

b. A $250 deposit is required at time of registration for domestic programs. The balance is to be paid in full 90 days prior photo tour date. If registration takes place less than 2 months of tour date then payment in full will be required.

c. A $500 deposit is required at time of registration for international programs. The balance is to be paid in full 90 days prior photo tour date. If registration takes place less than 2 months of tour date then payment in full will be required.

d. Cancellation Policy: Deposit and balance paid will be refunded minus $100 (administration fees) if cancellation is made 90 days prior to tour date. A refund of 70% paid if cancellation is made in writing between 60-89 days before tour date. A refund of 50% paid if cancellation is made between 30-59 days before tour date. No refunds can be made if cancellation is made less than 29 days before tour date. William Manning Photography HIGHLY RECOMMENDS travel insurance to cover your investment in case of emergencies or other unforeseen need to cancel within the cancellation period.

Destination Photography Mentorship

I. Rule Number One, Two, and Three

Safety, safety and safety. My number one priority is to make sure my participants return home the same way they came with the exception of a lot more knowledge. Photography tours are about learning, meeting awesome people, and having fun in a beautiful and creative environment. We ask all participants to refrain from vulgar language and political discussions. I wish to keep a positive and enjoyable experience for all. Participants should know how to laugh, ask questions and simply have fun. We enjoy having all levels of photographers from beginners to professional. Laptops are not mandatory but will allow participants the opportunity  to edit, and allow feedback from tour leader.

II. Tour Itinerary

The following is a general itinerary but may vary from day to day and from tour to tour. Our first day is typically a meet and greet time along with a short introduction, Second day and thereafter – Photograph on location in early morning light and shoot throughout the morning hours. Break for brunch or lunch as a group and depending on time of year we may take a brief afternoon break. Group feedback is a wonderful way to learn and share. I strongly encourage participants to get involved in group discussions. Growth as a photographer and artist comes from listening to opinions from various points of view. We will return to the field for late afternoon light into the evening hours. The last morning we’ll end our workshop with a group breakfast and make our way back to airport and arrive around 12 noon unless otherwise stated in tour itinerary.

I love to teach and watch my participants grow as photographers throughout our time together. I am a people person, I find each individual is unique and I truly enjoy building friendships with my participants. Please come with plans to have a good time and enjoy the company of others who share their passion for photography as you do.

III. Transportation

Beginning in 2020, I will be providing ground transportation on most programs. I have decided this is truly the best way to maximize our shooting opportunities. There's always an itinerary but also times when we may come upon an awesome photo opportunity not on our itinerary. Traveling in a convey of multiple vehicles doesn't allow us the freedom to stop. Leave the driving to me or one of my leaders and sit back and enjoy the company of your fellow photographers.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

We recommend you purchase travel insurance in case you must cancel due to illness, injury, accident, family or work related issues, etc. The company we recommend is Travel Guard (www.travelguard.com).

LIABILITY LIMITS

Please read and sign the Liability form enclosed with registration.