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Experience Yosemite: Beginner or Advanced Photography Lesson

Experience Yosemite: Beginner or Advanced Photography Lesson

Overview

Step into the shoes of Ansel Adams, Charles Weed, Carlton Watkins and Edward Weston during a basic or advanced photography lesson in magnificent Yosemite National Park. Bring your camera to capture the jagged peaks, meadows, rivers, lakes and wildlife of Yosemite Valley or the High Sierra, all while sharpening your photography skills and learning new techniques from your expert instructor. You’ll visit both iconic and lesser-known locations throughout the park. This experience is open to photo enthusiasts of all experience levels.

City: Yosemite National Park

Mon 02 Jun

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Starting at $675.00

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Mon 02 Jun

Starting at $675.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Vehicle reservation permit into Yosemite National Park

Custom Tour Location (you must contact us upon confirmation to discuss)

Professional Photography Instructor

Additional Info

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide your hotel and contact information (phone number, email and accommodations) in the Special Requirements box at checkout. Hotel information so we may email you driving directions to the meeting location; pickup/drop-off is not included.
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Items recommended to bring: camera, sturdy tripod, lenses, filters, extra memory cards, extra batteries, gloves, extra layer of clothing, jacket, sunscreen, hat, snacks and water
Please dress in athletic-wear

What To Expect

Yosemite Valley

You will enter Yosemite National Park at one of the entrance gates to pay admission into the park.

Yosemite Valley

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Yosemite Valley is the most popular destination for our tours. From here, you will have the opportunity to photograph many features such as peaks, cliffs, and waterfalls with a professional photographer.

Lembert Dome

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Lembert Dome is a diverse landscape that is only visited in summer.

Olmsted Point

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Olmsted is a diverse landscape that is only visited in summer.

Tenaya Lake

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Tenaya Lake is a diverse landscape that is only visited in summer.

Tuolumne Meadows

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Tuolumne Meadows is a diverse landscape that is only visited in summer.

Glacier Point

Our photo tours visit various locations at different times of the year. Glacier is a diverse landscape that is only visited in summer.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews (7)

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drashley

Mar 2020

I was very pleased with my instructor, Jay Sousa. Jay is a professional photographer and teacher and really knows his stuff. He is a born teacher and excellent at providing instruction on camera settings and why to choose which ones. He was helpful with composition as well. He knows cameras, photography and the best places in Yosemite to capture the best light. On top of this, Jay is a pleasant fellow to spend the day with. I hope to spend another day with Jay in the future

Response from Host

Sep 2020

Thank you for your feedback on your photography tour in Yosemite. We are pleased that you found your instruction from Jay to be so valuable.

Terraldinho

Oct 2018

I went on the photo workshop with Jay Sousa. He was excellent - a professional photographer and very easy going. I was nervous about the session but he soon put me at ease and it was very relaxed and enjoyable. I have been reluctant to shoot in manual but after the session, the rest of my holiday photos were shot in this way - this is a massive step up for me! I finally feel a lot more in control of my images. Jay took us to the best locations for the time of day and available light - it was an excellent day!

Response from Host

Mar 2019

Thank you. We are happy you had such an excellent day.

ljd7biker

Jun 2018

Our guide, Jay, met us near the Half Dome Village shuttle stop. We walked from there to several scenic locations where the light was appropriate for that time of day photo shooting. After a short exchange Jay was able to key into areas to focus on for our 4 hour session. While walking we chatted about photo composition and exposure. While at the various locations Jay would explain the shot, demonstrate on his camera, then I would compose the shot, exposure, and adjust as necessary to get a great shot. It was great to have Jay reinforce some existing photo practices and correct others; this class is tailored for beginner to expert depending on the individual . Jay is a very knowledgeable photo professional and is also very familiar with Yosemite National Park. My wife attended as an observer and picked Jay’s brain about the park and various hikes we could do during our stay. We timed our visit to go to Lower Yosemite Falls during a full moon for the “moon bow” shot -rainbow at night during a full moon. What an amazing sight.