Beyond all the wild spaces found in Oregon, we also have many beautiful gardens. This workshop with David Cobb and me will be based out of a garden resort in the Willamette Valley. From the sights to the smells, the abundance of flowers will be your opportunity to slow down and get in close. Some locations will lend themselves to the wider garden scene, yet more often we will be seeking out smaller arrangements, or even a single flower or plant, to photograph with a longer lens or macro. We will cover techniques from focus stacking to cramming to help you create work that interests you.
We will photograph the garden onsite along with others in the area during spring flower season. Even though the gardens will be the focus, we do plan on going to at least one other location not garden-related that has multiple waterfalls. This workshop is a little different in that you will be required to book lodging at the Oregon Garden Resort, the same location we are staying at. This is the only way to gain access to the adjacent garden outside of general public hours, which we plan to visit at least once. Additionally, during any downtime you will have the opportunity to visit on your own if interested, along with an original house architected by the renowned Frank Lloyd Wright.
Beyond David being a long-time friend and peer, he has worked on multiple garden books, making him a great co-lead for this workshop.
Status: Available
Dates: May 22-25, 2027
Location: Silverton, Oregon
Instructors: Adrian Klein and David Cobb
Price: $875
Group Size: 12
 | Walking/hiking will be required. Most locations are fairly flat when walking through the gardens. One location will require a hike, yet will have different options for those that may not want the elevation or full hike. Expect up to 2 to 3 miles of walking a day. You should be comfortable walking over varying terrain, carrying your own gear. |
 | Participants are responsible for transportation. Carpooling is encouraged when traveling to field locations to reduce the number of vehicles and increase opportunities for participant-to-participant interaction. All roads are paved. |
 | Participants are responsible for meals. We will have optional meal gatherings scheduled for the group throughout the workshop. This is a great way to interact with fellow participants. |
 | This workshop covers a mix of field sessions and classroom time including presentations, group image reviews, and processing. Participants are encouraged to bring work to share for image reviews. |
 | Itineraries are not shared in advance. Full schedule is handed out at the start of the workshop. |
 | A minimum deposit is required to hold your spot. The final balance is due 60 days in advance of the workshop. Please see our terms and conditions, which includes our cancellation policy, for more detailed information. |
