Hocking Hills Ohio Waterfalls April 17th-19th $185

Let us take you on a photography tour & workshop in magical Hocking Hills, Ohio.
Spring in Hocking Hills is ideal for nature lovers, featuring mild 50-70°F weather, vibrant wildflowers, and maximum waterfall activity fueled by spring rains. Top activities include hiking in Ash Cave, Old Man’s Cave, and Conkle’s Hollow to see blooming trillium and rushing cascades,
Here is a list of what locations we will "focus" on;
Places we will photograph (locations and times may change due to weather)

• Old Man's Cave: The most popular spot with waterfalls and unique rock formations.
• Ash Cave: The largest,500-foot horseshoe-shaped recessed cave in Ohio.
• Cedar Falls: Known for the highest volume of water in the area.
• Rock House: The only true cave in the park, featuring a "house" carved into the cliff face.
• Conkle's Hollow: A rugged nature preserve with deep gorges.
• Whispering Cave: A massive, recently added, scenic cave area.
• John Glenn Astronomy Park: An ideal location for stargazing

Itinerary;
Day 1 Saturday: Capturing Iconic Landscapes
Morning: Old Man’s Cave
-Best Time to Visit: Early morning is good for soft light and fewer crowds.
-Highlights: Upper Falls, Lower Falls, and the Devil’s Bathtub.
-Tips: Bring a wide-angle lens to capture the expansive views and a tripod for long exposure shots of the waterfalls.
Midday: Cedar Falls
-Best Time to Visit: Late morning when the sunlight filters through the trees.
-Highlights: The cascading waterfall is set against a backdrop of lush greenery.
-Tips: Use a polarizing filter to reduce glare and enhance the vibrant colors.
Afternoon: Ash Cave
-Best Time to Visit: Early afternoon is the best time to get the best natural light inside the cave.
-Highlights: The massive recess cave and the waterfall that flows over its edge.
-Tips: Experiment with different angles to capture the scale and majesty of the cave.
Evening: Conkle’s Hollow
-Best Time to Visit: Late afternoon to evening for the golden hour.
-Highlights: Steep cliffs, dense forest, and the serene gorge.
-Tips: Capture the contrast between light and shadow during the golden hour.
Day 2 Sunday: Exploring Hidden Gems
Morning: Rock House
-Best Time to Visit: Early morning for the best lighting inside the cave.
- **Highlights:** The only true cave in Hocking Hills with natural “windows” carved into the rock.
- Tips: Use natural light from the cave openings to illuminate your shots.
Midday: Cantwell Cliffs
-Best Time to Visit: Midday when sunlight penetrates the forest canopy.
-Highlights: The rugged cliffs and deep valleys.
-Tips: A telephoto lens can help capture the depth and layers of the cliffs.
Afternoon: Whispering Cave
-Best Time to Visit: Early afternoon for optimal lighting.
-Highlights: The newly accessible cave and its beautiful waterfall.
- Tips: Take advantage of the natural light filtering through the forest for stunning compositions.
What we will teach you;

1. What to Expect to Learn:

• Camera Settings (The Exposure Triangle): Understanding how to move beyond automatic mode to control exposure, including managing ISO, shutter speed, and aperture for depth of field.
• Landscape & Nature Techniques: Specific skills for Hocking Hills, such as using slow shutter speeds to make waterfalls look silky, and capturing vibrant fall colors.
• Composition & Lighting: Learning techniques like the Rule of Thirds, using foreground elements for depth, and working with natural, low-light, or dappled lighting found in forest gorges.
• Gear Usage: Proper use of tripods for stability, using neutral density (ND) filters, and using lens options (wide-angle vs. zoom).
• Image Review and Workflow: Often includes guided, constructive feedback on shots taken during the session and an introduction to post-processing workflows.

What to bring;

• Camera Body: DSLR or mirrorless capable of shooting RAW.
• Lenses: A wide-angle lens (16-35mm) for large gorge scenes, a mid-range zoom (24-70) for landscapes, and a telephoto (75-300) for capturing distant rock formations and compression shots.
• Sturdy Tripod: Essential for sharp, long-exposure shots of waterfalls in low-light gorges.
• Filters: Circular Polarizer (mandatory for reducing glare on wet rocks/leaves) and Neutral Density (ND) filters for slowing down shutter speed on waterfalls.
• Remote Shutter Release: Cable release or wireless remote to prevent camera shake.

This is a full 2-day workshop, Starting with a meet & greet Friday night at our hotel with shared snacks and drinks. Saturday, we will break for lunch and head back out, finishing the day with a POT LUCK DINNER. Bring your favorite dish to share. The cabins have full kitchens.
Sunday is the same as saturday visiting different locations.
Late Sunday/Early Monday, head home.
Lodging: I am reserving multi-room cabins that can sleep 6-8 people. You might have to share a room depending on sleeping arrangements.
I have stayed in these cabins in the past, and they are wonderful.
COST;
$185 per person with guided photography instruction.
must be paid in advance to hold your RSVP.
PAYMENTS;
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Personal checks accepted.
If you have any questios you can reach me at
734-846-9571