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Photography Workshops

Come join one of our photography workshops held in western Canada, Alberta and British Columbia.

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What is a Workshop?
weekend photography workshop in Drumheller Alberta
Photography workshop in Okanagan wine country

Okanagan Valley Photography Workshop

Improve your skills with photography instruction by day, and local food and wine experiences by night. In a small group setting, you will learn how to take better photos, understand your camera’s functionality, and improve your confidence in every aspect of photography.

Set in the Okanagan Valley, this wine country area provides the backdrop and stunning landscape and scenery for this workshop. This is designed for beginner to intermediate photographers.

  • Where: Penticton, BC, Canada
  • When: Dates TBD
  • Workshop Size: 8
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photography instructor working with a student at our southern alberta photography workshop

Western Alberta Photography Workshop

In this 4-day workshop, you will have a chance to work in a small group and the topics are custom tailored to fit the group’s needs. You get classroom instruction, lesson notes, exercises to help you practice new techniques and help with any struggles you are having.

You also get tutoring on location to make sure you come away with your best shots and maximize learning opportunities.

Designed for beginner to intermediate photographers

  • Where: 1 hr. West of Red Deer, AB
  • When: Sept 2022, Date TBD
  • Workshop Size: 8 participants maximum
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Night photography workshop on location shoot example of light painting

Night Photography Workshop – Edmonton, AB

This workshop covers three afternoons of instruction on night shooting settings and techniques and two nights of photography. Learn things like painting with light, shooting car trails, and star trails and possibly even the Milky Way (last two are weather permitting).

I am currently offering single-day workshops locally, so please check availability on the Edmonton photography workshops page. My 3 day night photography workshop dates are yet to be determined, so add your name to the waitlist and we will let you know when there is more information available.

Designed for beginner to intermediate photographers

  • Where: Edmonton, AB, Canada
  • When: 2022, Dates TBD
  • Workshop Size: 8 max
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Kind Words From Past Workshop Attendees

Feedback from previous workshop participants.

I highly recommend anything Darlene does.

Not every good photographer is a good teacher however, in my opinion Darlene has both fields covered very well.

I’ve taken classroom instruction from Darlene, private photography tutoring and attended her workshop. I can’t recommend her enough.

Peter Seerden workshop testimonial

Pete Seerden

4 Day Workshop

I LOVE that learning never stopped

I feel much more confident navigating through the settings and menu’s on my camera and also using a tripod. The one-on-one instructor contact, combined with enthusiastic participants who were willing to share, was invaluable.

Kelly McNaughton Drumheller Workshop

Kelly McNaughton

4 Day Workshop

Learned MORE than I thought I would.

Darlene does a very good job at explaining Lightroom / photo processing techniques and has excellent shooting knowledge.  Our group experienced a vast variety of techniques.  

I myself learned more about image processing, general camera use and about paying more attention to the light!

Workshop testimonial Kelly Driedger

Kelly Driedger

4 Day workshop

Workshops and Tours – What’s the Difference?

We feel it important to define what is meant by a workshop and how it is different from a tour as there is a lot of conflicting information out there. So let’s take a look at the characteristics of each so you can select the ones that are right for you, with the best organizer and leader for your needs.

How Do We Define Photography Workshops?

Photography workshops are generally a few days long (3-7 is common), and are held in one central location. The main focus of a photography workshop is for you to learn something, often on a particular topic or theme such as Street Photography, Camera Settings for Beginners, or Using Lightroom to Make Your Images Pop.

They often involve some sort or all of the following:

  • Aimed at amateur photographers who are a beginner to intermediate (or advanced) in their skillset.
  • Some classroom or lesson time.
  • Possible practice exercises for you to do on site.
  • Different shooting locations (usually nearby, less than an hour drive).
  • Image review time so you can get feedback.
  • Processing demonstrations and tips.
  • Q&A sessions.
  • One or more photography instructors (NO tour guides).
  • Some may also include one-on-one time with the instructor.
  • Usually a small workshop with sizes ranging from 5-10 people (do your research, you will get more individual help in a smaller group but you will also pay more for such events). We limit our photography workshops to 8 participants when there is one instructor and 12 if there is two. Some specialized workshops may be less (5-6 max).
  • Accommodation may or may not be included. (We include it in our workshops).
  • Meals may or may not be included. (We include most meals with ours).

Kind Words From Past Workshop Attendees

More testimonials from past photography workshop participants.

Loved the workshop!

I learned so much about night photography as well as getting to know my camera settings better.  It was great to get so many valuable tips on how to make my photographs more interesting.  I’ll tell everyone I can about this workshop.

photography workshop testimonial of Lee Ann Man

Lee Ann Man

4 Day Workshop

Darlene really knows her stuff!

She’s patient and instructs in a laid back way that encourages learning. I learned so many things in this workshop including back button focus which will help me with my bird photography.  

I look forward to attending more trips, tours and workshops with Darlene.

Mike Perkins Drumheller Photography Workshop

Mike Perkins

4 Day Workshop

Learn your camera better than you thought possible.

Be rested and ready because you are going to learn your camera better than you thought possible and also get a gallery of shots that surpass anything you ever imagined being able to take!

Dara Choy, Drumheller Photography Workshop participant

Dara Choy

4 Day Workshop

Darlene, you were most certainly meant to teach!

I was not sure what to expect going in, as I knew I had a lot less experience than anyone else in the group. I was basically starting from scratch with SLR photography. The group size was perfect for me to ask questions, get some help, and then play around on my own. Darlene you have an incredible amount of patience with everyone, most definitely meant to teach. I feel inspired to keep learning, and will be back for another photography workshop in the future.

photography workshop participant Stacey Oviatt

Stacey Oviatt

4 Day Workshop

Well thought out and well planned.

I learned lots of valuable information at this workshop.  The locations, meals and notes were all well chosen and detailed class plans all came together in a great value photography workshop.

On the second day, I was already approaching my shot differently which improved my photography significantly.

Kimberly Chrysler

4 Day Workshop

That single moment was worth the entire trip!

I have never quite accomplished a good night shot when it comes to including skies and stars, even after a class in night shooting and multiple tries on camping trips. I was attempting it again while practicing light painting at the hoodoos and after a few suggestions from Darlene, I had a turning point moment. I looked at the preview in my camera and I was stunned, I could hardly believe I had taken the picture I was seeing.

karen albert workshop testimonial

Karen Albert

4 Day Workshop
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