Metro Denver Photography Group

Holiday Street Photography - Night Photography

Let's keep that Holiday spirit alive. We'll meet in front of the city building then walk up 16th street. Many sites to see including the merry-go-round, clock tower, carriage rides, skating rink, etc.

My experience in the past is we will tend to break up into small groups and photograph whatever catches our eyes. Dress warmly, hat, gloves, warm shoes, etc. Sometimes it's warm out there but the temperature drops quickly on Dec. nights...better to be prepared. Bring a small tripod as most exposures will be too long to hand hold. Cable release or self timer helps. I will also provide some night time photo tips.

We always seem to have lots of fun with this subject. Anyone interested in some food, libations and laughs afterwards should plan at stopping at the Thirsty Lion near Union Station afterwards. Time frame at the Lion around 9:00pm

Please be prompt as this is a very popular event. If however you are running late my number is 3017170461

ps-Suggested parking at the Denver Art Museum

This free event is a kickoff to the stock show and features cattle, horses, cowboys, wagons, and marching bands. The parade route begins at Union Station and runs up 17th Street, concluding at 17th & Glenarm. The parade begins at 12:00PM.

We will assemble an hour earlier to capture the preparations and the crowd gathering, then find a spot somewhere on 17th Street to photograph the parade itself. Our meeting point will be at the flagpole in front of Union Station at 17th and Wynkoop. After the event we can gather in the station to warm up and socialize.

A wide angle lens (such as a 35mm) is useful while mixing in with the crowd viewing the parade, but a zoom lens such as a 24 to 70mm or a 24 to 120mm will be more helpful during the parade itself.

We will visit on the one free grounds admission day at the NWSS. There are many areas to photograph such as vendor booths, stock yards, animal shows and junior livestock areas. There is no need to reserve in advance with the NWSS; free grounds admission tickets will be available at the box office on the day of the event. Note, however, that your free pass will not include any special ticketed events

There is plenty of parking and bus shuttles will take you to the main entrance. You can also take the N train from Union Station to the stop at 48th & Brighton. From there it is a short walk to the National Western Complex.

We will meet inside in front of the Box Office at 4655 Humboldt Street. Please plan ahead to arrive on time.