Nature Revealed Photography, Tours, Workshops and Fine Art by Jeff Jessing
Oregon's High Deserts in the Fall
"Surreal and mystical high desert landscape of central and eastern Oregon"
September 12-18, 2010
Central and Eastern Oregon consist of a tapestry of surreal and magical landscapes that will stir your photographic soul! This special region is dotted with beautiful mountain ranges, deep gorges, serene desert playas and ancient clay deposits. All of which make great subjects for you and your camera.
Eastern Oregon in September delivers the best in scenery, wildlife opportunities, fair weather, and magical light. The days are typically in the 50º F to 80º F range with little chance of precipitation. You will be photographing landscapes and wildlife ranging from the high deserts to arid mountainous regions of Eastern Oregon. Jeff will get you to the best locations at the right times to maximize the drama in the scenes. You will walk away from this trip with an unforgettable photo adventure.
Many of the locations are roadside or require a short hike to deliver us to extraordinary locations. As is true for all of Jeff's tours, you can not only expect to have photographic opportunities be maximized but you will also get significant time with learning Jeff's post-processing techniques.
Itinerary
- Sunday, Sept. 12: Airport pick-up. At 6:00 pm we meet in the lobby of motel (Portland, Or) for introductions and dinner.
- Monday, Sept. 13: Drive from Portland to Prineville with photography along the way. Check into lodge in Prineville. Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session. Afternoon and sunset pictures at Smith Rock.
- Tuesday, Sept. 14: Sunrise and morning pictures at Newberry Volcanic National Monument. Digital darkroom session. Afternoon and sunset pictures in the Painted Hills.
- Wednesday, Sept. 15: Sunrise and morning pictures along the Crooked River. Drive to the Burns/Frenchglen area, and check into lodge. Afternoon and sunset pictures near the Steens Mountains.
- Thursday, Sept. 16: Sunrise and morning pictures in the Steens. Early afternoon critique and digital darkroom session. Afternoon and sunset pictures in the Alvord desert.
- Friday, Sept. 17: Sunrise and morning pictures in the Alvord desert. Drive to Prineville area and check into lodge. Afternoon and sunset pictures in the Prineville area.
- Saturday, Sept. 18: Morning pictures on the way back to Portland. Tour ends at noon. Airport drop-off.
*Tentative - subject to change
Tour Details
Date: September12-18, 2010
Fee: $1895 per person
(based on double occupancy)
Origination Point: Portland, Oregon
Nearest Airports:
Portland International Airport, Portland, Oregon
Rating: Moderate
Limit: 6 people
Tour Highlights
- Six days of photography in Oregon's unique and stunningly surreal desert landscapes.
- Learn all of Jeff's technical and artistic techniques
- Learn and practice Jeff's digital workflow
- Experience Jeff's unique teaching style characterized by enthusiasm, intensity, and patience
Testimonial
"We really had a great time on your tour. Thanks for all of your help and expertise."
- LC and NG Yang.
