SPRING WILDFLOWER AND NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY
If you want to develop your technical and visual skills in nature photography, this workshop is for you! We will be concentrating on the two main subjects of spring photography in the Smokies: wildflowers and landscapes. The principles of composition, perspective, exposure, light, and proper use of equipment will be covered during this workshop. Classroom instruction will be held during the morning and field instruction during the afternoon. This workshop is applicable to both digital and 35mm SLR formats. You should bring lenses that have close-up capabilities and a tripod that can be used close to the ground. Instructor: Kendall Chiles is a freelance nature photographer with more than 20 years of photography experience. His photos have appeared in numerous books, magazines, and brochures, and he has taught various photography workshops.
This course is no longer available. Please select another course.
Fee: $49
Sat., April 18, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
(Meet in training room at Sugarlands Visitor Center.)

NATURE SKETCHING: WATERCOLOR OR PENCIL
From a single wildflower to a mountain landscape, sketching outdoors is a wonderful way to enhance your appreciation of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. Both beginners and more experienced artists will find ample material for sketching as we spend unhurried time in the woodland landscape of the Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail. Through individual and group instruction, you’ll learn easy sketching techniques and styles. Pick up a pencil or watercolors and a sketchbook and learn to see the world around you differently. Instructor: Marty Komorny, M.A., studio artist and instructor, has been teaching drawing and watercolor for 20 years. She often sketches outdoors as preparation for painting.
This course is no longer available. Please select another course.
Fee: $49
Sat., June 6, 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
(Meet at Sugarlands Valley Nature Trail.)

PHOTOGRAPHY FOR NATURALISTS
As naturalists we have the opportunity and desire to show others the many natural wonders that intrigue us. At times we are asked to present our knowledge regarding particular subjects. The next best thing to being in the field is a well-done slide presentation. Photography is an important tool for many naturalists and one worth pursuing both for the presentation of our subjects and for the pure enjoyment of this creative outlet. We will explore basic techniques and skills of photography for naturalists and how to use these skills to showcase your specific natural topics. We’ll begin in the classroom. Bring your camera—you’ll be out in the field as well! Instructor: Liz Domingue, M.S., wildlife and conservation biology, is a naturalist, educator, photographer, and writer. She has gained her outdoor experience while hiking, paddling, and backpacking. Through photography, observation, and research, Domingue has studied wildlife, plants, and the natural world throughout the United States and abroad. Her photography is published in a variety of books, magazines, newspapers, and brochures.
This course is no longer available. Please select another course.
Fee: $49
Sat., August 29, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
(Meet in conference room at Park Headquarters Bldg.)

INTERMEDIATE PHOTOGRAPHY FOR NATURALISTS
In this intermediate course, we will focus on refining your basic photography skills as a naturalist. Experience this more in-depth look at how you can improve your skills of observation and hence your abilities as a naturalist through the use of photography. Most of our time will be spent in the field applying your skills and improving upon your ability to capture natural images through the lens. Bring a 35mm camera (film or digital), tripod, and your favorite lenses. Prerequisite: Photography for Naturalists or equivalent experience. Instructor: Liz Domingue.
This course is no longer available. Please select another course.
Fee: $49
Sun., August 30, 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
(Meet in parking area at Cades Cove Loop Road. Do not enter the Cades Cove Loop Road.)

FALL NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY
Learn techniques for designing photographs of combined subjects such as landscape, waterscapes, and fall color. We will use composition, perspective, light, and exposure to develop our images and will learn the technical manipulations of the equipment that are necessary to obtain the desired results. This workshop is applicable to both digital and 35mm SLR format. You should bring a variety of lenses and a tripod. Instructor: Kendall Chiles is a freelance nature photographer with more than 20 years of photography experience. His photos have appeared in numerous books, magazines, and brochures, and he has taught various photography workshops.
Register now: COURSE #09FA904
Fee: $65
Sat., Oct. 24, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center, Townsend

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