Travel Photography Workshop at John C. Campbell Folk School - June 28-July 3, 2026
Mark your calendars! I'll be returning to the John C. Campbell Folk School this summer to teach Wanderlust: The Art of Travel Photography from Sunday, June 28th to Friday, July 3rd, 2026. I've really enjoyed teaching photography workshops at this very special place since 2011. My most recent workshop was in June 2025 and it was such a pleasure having Margaret, Lundie, Al, and Janel in my workshop. To hear more about our week and to see my four students amazing work, please be sure to visit the blog HERE.
If this workshop sounds like something you'd like to take, you may find additional information and registration HERE. This workshop is great for the advanced beginner to intermediate DSLR or Mirrorless Camera photographer, however all levels are welcome!
View the current online catalogue for all workshops and events HERE.
My interview with Cory Marie Podielski from several years ago can be found on the folk school's blog HERE.
As of June 15th, 2026, there is still space for three (3) more students, however class sizes are limited. Don't wat too long!
Creative Smartphone Photography at the John C. Campbell Folk School - July 3-July 5, 2026
Exciting News! I've also added a weekend photography workshop this summer at the John C. Campbell Folk School, Creative Smartphone Photography, from Friday evening, July 3rd, to Sunday morning, July 5th, 2026.
You will gain skills to better understand proper lighting, composition, color, exposure, and go-to editing tools and apps to enhance your photographs. We will be spending a little time in the classroom to start off with Friday evening. On Saturday, we will head out and spend time throughout the folk school's campus working on our assignments. Sunday will be selections of favorites and sharing with one another.
Although this workshop is best suited for the iPhone photographer, Android and Google Pixel photographers are welcome. For ALL LEVELS!
View the current online catalogue for all workshops and events HERE.
As of June 15th, 2026, this class is FULL! If you'd like to get on a waiting list, reach out to the JCCFS directly at (828) 837-2775 or reach out HERE.
Though the Lens: Nature's Alphabet - Smartphone Photography Workshop Along the Haw River Trail
Through the Lens at Nature’s Alphabet: Smartphone
Photography in the Parks (and Along the Trails!)
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 8:30am - 10:30am
Ages: 18+
Cost: $20 per person (Register Online HERE)
Location: Haw River Trail – Longmeadow Trailhead • 1120 Valley Drive, Graham, NC 27253 (no restrooms available; please plan accordingly)
Graham Recreation and Parks invites participants to a hands-on smartphone photography workshop this coming fall. Learn simple techniques and helpful apps to capture high-quality images of trees, plants, and natural landscapes using your smartphone.
While exploring the Longmeadow Trailhead, participants will
search for and photograph letter shapes found in nature, formed by branches, leaves, and natural features, while building creative photography skills in celebration of the Haw River Trail’s 20th anniversary!
No prior photography experience is needed; just bring a fully charged smartphone and a sense of curiosity.
Sorry, No Rain Date Available! In case of rain, refunds will be available (or apply towards a private workshop with me).
Stay Tuned for Additional 2026 Workshops!
Coming Soon! Additional 2026 photography workshops will be announced in the near future. Get on my mailing list HERE, so you don't miss out, or reach out for additional information.
Do you know that I also offer private workshops to individuals or to smaller groups? One of the other things I offer, are photography presentations for your club, school, or business.
If you'd like to gift a friend, spouse, partner, or family member a 2026 private workshop, gift cards are available too. Makes for a great holiday gift for a future workshop!
Hope to see you in one of my 2026 photography workshops!
Please visit my blog to see student work from previous workshops at John C. Campbell Folk School, Reynolda Gardens, Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden, The 3rd Space, & Highland Arts Academy - their work is not to be missed & I hope that YOU are inspired to take a workshop with me!
JOHN C CAMPBELL FOLK SCHOOL STUDENT WORK -
Wanderlust: The Art of Travel Photography
(all folk school workshops are DSLR/Mirrorless Camera)
June 2025 - HERE
July 2024 - HERE
June 2023 - HERE
July 2021 - HERE
November 2019 - HERE
REYNOLDA GARDENS STUDENT WORK -
April 2025 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
April 2024 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography - HERE
April 2024 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
September 2023 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
THE 3RD SPACE STUDENT WORK -
July 2025 - Creative Smartphone Photography - HERE
PAUL J. CIENER STUDENT WORK -
August 2024 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
April 2024 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
August 2023 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
May 2023 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography - HERE
April 2023 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
June 2022 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
June 2022 - Travel + Nature Photography - HERE
May 2022 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography - HERE
August 2021 - Macro Photography - HERE
June 2021 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography - HERE
October 2020 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
August 2020 - Fundamentals of Digital Photography - HERE
August 2020 - Smartphone Photography - HERE
HIGHLAND ARTS ACADEMY STUDENT WORK -
May 2022 - The Art of Photography DSLR/Mirrorless Camera - HERE
PRIVATE LESSONS, GROUP WORKSHOPS, & MENTORING
PRIVATE LESSONS OR GROUP WORKSHOPS - Private lessons to individuals are available as well as workshops to smaller groups or clubs. Although I have taught a zoom class before (and would do it again), I find that you learn more in-person.
MENTORING - Please reach out if you'd like to learn more. I have mentored several high school and college students & young adults over the years. I love to teach, offer guidance, and be a great role model to those who are truly serious about photography and what it takes to run a business. With over 34 years in business, I'm a trusted professional.
Please reach out to me HERE for additional information, fees, and scheduling.
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