A Black & White Smokies
The Great Smoky Mountains is an ideal location for one of our Black & White Photo Workshops. Spring in the Smokies is filled with atmosphere, morning fog, waterfalls and winding roads, and this provides us with dramatic photo opportunities for black and white photography. Field sessions, daily processing classes, critiques and intense creative challenges are offered during this workshop. If you are ready to learn black & white creative photography, this is a great opportunity for intermediate to advanced photographers.
OVERVIEW
DATES: April 13-17, 2025
INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer King
COST: $3000 USD
GROUP SIZE: 8 Participants / 2 Instructors
EXPERIENCE: Intermediate & Advanced
FITNESS LEVEL: Easy to Moderate
(see details below)
SMOKY MOUNTAINS
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WATERFALLS
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BLACK & WHITE PROCESING
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CREATIVITY
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DRAMATIC LANDSCAPES
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SMOKY MOUNTAINS 〰️ WATERFALLS 〰️ BLACK & WHITE PROCESING 〰️ CREATIVITY 〰️ DRAMATIC LANDSCAPES 〰️
ITINERARY
DAY 1
Sunday, April 13, 2025
Meet & Greet 7:00pm Gatlinburg, TN
DAY 2
Monday, April 14, 2025
Sunrise Field Session
Breakfast Break
Introduction to BW Processing
Afternoon / Sunset Field Session
DAY 3
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Sunrise Field Session
Breakfast Break
BW Processing Class
Afternoon / Sunset Field Session
DAY 4
Wednesday, April 16 2025
Sunrise Field Session
Breakfast Break
BW Processing Class
Creative Challenge
Afternoon / Sunset Field Session
DAY 5
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Sunrise Field Session
Breakfast Break
BW Processing Class
Workshop Concludes 3:00pm
We like to dine as a group to be available for questions, creativity and fun!
INCLUDES
FIELD SESSIONS with professional guiding and instruction for sunrise, sunset and other photo sessions
CREATIVITY FOCUSED
CREATIVE CHALLENGES
DAILY BLACK & WHITE PROCESSING CLASSES
JKPW is an Authorized Permittee of the National Park Service
NOT INCLUDED
AIRFARE to Knoxville, TN
LODGING - Discounted lodging is arranged in Gatlinburg, TN but is not included in the workshop rate
TRANSPORTATION - Many participants choose to ride to field sessions together by carpool
PARK PASS The Smoky Mountains has a park pass to cover parking inside the park, and can be purchased at visitor center or online.
MEALS - While meals are not included in the workshop fee, we like to dine as a group to discuss the day’s events and be on hand for any questions.
TRIP INSURANCE - Please read our full Cancellation and Refund Policy prior to registration.
GRATUITY - You are responsible for gratuity paid to housekeeping, guides, and drivers.
INCIDENTALS
Cancellation Policy
Please review our full cancellation and refund policy prior to registration as there are non-refundable and non-transferrable fees associated with each workshop.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Our workshops are designed for all skill levels and include photographing sunrises and sunsets, as well as other field sessions. While workshop locations vary, you should expect to walk relative distances with your equipment. Some workshops are more strenuous than others. If you have any health issues or concerns, please reach out to us prior to registration.
FITNESS
Easy > Moderate
Most trails we will take during the workshop are rated easy, with a couple moderate walks. Some photo spots will be along the river’s edge. You should be in general good health and capable of carrying your own equipment while we are out in the field.
LOCATION
We stay in the town of Gatlinburg, TN. Our hotel is located 1-block from the National Park and is easily accessed. Park walking trails are also nearby, and make for a nice afternoon stroll. Gatlinburg provides dining opportunities which keeps us nourished and focused!
AIRPORT INFO
TYS - Knoxville, TN
The above airport is the closest airport to our workshop location and is an easy 1-hour drive from our hotel and the park.
The Smoky Mountains are drivable for half of the United States.
TRANSPORTATION
Any type of vehicle is suitable for this workshop. We will drive on one gravel road for access to amazing waterfalls and cascades. However, an SUV is not required. Transportation is not included in workshop rate, so you will need to drive or ride with another parcipant to shot locations.
EQUIPMENT
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While we recommend certain equipment for our workshop, everything listed is not necessary for you to participate. Check out what our trip leaders suggest & plan ahead for rentals, borrowing, etc.
