Sunrise to Sunset - Spring in Big Sur Coast (Day Two)

Day 2: The rugged Big Sur coastline is one of the most photogenic in the world. The route along Highway 1 dips down to pristine beaches and climbs precariously high above the Pacific, offering sweeping panoramic views.

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Springtime is one of best time of the year to photograph Big Sur. Green rolling hills, lush spring flowers, misty sunrise or enticing sunset... what else landscape photographers can dream about?

Springtime is one of best time of the year to photograph Big Sur.

Since everyone is not interested in entire weekend tour, I'm dividing this into tow days, so you can signup for the day you are interested in. You can sign-up for both days as well to maximize photo opportunities. I prefer not to repeat the locations, however I reserve the rights to do so if we get excellent photo opportunities.

I have shortlisted photogenic locations along the coast line (including GPS co-ordinates) and determined the best time of the day to photograph those locations.

In addition to the guiding you to the several spectacular locations, you will get my advice and demonstration on landscape photography techniques like:

1. Composition: leading line & rule of thirds

2. Optimum Depth of Field: how to create sharpest image without degrading resolution

3. Use of Polarizing Filter

4. Use of Neutral Density Filter

5. Long exposure techniques in low light or broad day light

6. How to get correct exposure in your DSLR and when you need multiple shots to create HDR

7. How to create sharpest images using Tilt Shift Lens & Focus Bracketing

I will also arrange additional events to teach how process these images in Digital Darkroom using Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop CC.

Time:

We will be photographing from Sunrise to Sunset and beyond (weather condition permits). Those who are not interested in Sunrise shoot, may join us at the breakfast to photograph rest of the day until Sunset.

Our tentative itinerary (subject to change) for Day Two:

5:00 AM - Meet at Starbucks for Sunrise at Beach (sunrise 6:28 AM); Carpool leaves at 5:30 sharp.

8:15 AM - Breakfast at the Wagon Wheel, 7156 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel 93923

10:00 AM - Photographing Big Sur Coast

12:30 PM - Lunch at one of the restaurant in Big Sur (TBD)

2:00 PM - Drive to the location for late afternoon shoot (Big Sur)

5:00 PM - Drive to the location for Sunset shoot (Big Sur); Sunset @ 7:45 PM

8:00 PM - Dinner at one of the restaurant in Carmel (Optional)

9:00 PM - Drive to home...

Cost: Only $49.00 (non refundable unless meetup is cancelled). You are responsible for all foods beverage and hotel / motel expenses. I'm not responsible for any of your hotel cancellation fee / charges in case meetup gets cancelled due to some unavoidable reason.

What you should bring?

1. DSLR

2. Lenses... whatever you have

3. Tripod

4. Cable Release

5. Polarizing Filter & Neutral Density Filter

6. Plenty of Memory Cards

7. Batteries & Battery Charger

8. Layered clothing, sunscreen lotion, hats and water bottle

You should be in a physical condition for short hikes along coastal trails.

You will be required to sign a Liability Waiver Form, which I will email it to you once you sign-up.

Disclosure: This is not a formal professional workshop, and I will be also photographing along with you during the trip.