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Greg Disch is a freelance photographer located in Arkansas. Greg specializes in nature, scenic, wildlife, and other outdoor subjects in Arkansas and other areas of the country. Most of the images on this site are available for sale as prints, personal use, or rights managed stock photos.
Greg offers both classroom instruction and in the field hands on photographic workshops. Classroom sessions are normally held in Fort Smith Arkansas, but arrangements can be made to bring a class to your group.
All classes and workshops have small class sizes designed to provide an optimum student to instructor ratio, where you can get the personal attention you need. Most classes and workshops are limited to a maximum of 5 participants and will be held with a minimum of only 2.
If you are looking for a great opportunity to get personal individual instruction I do private workshops and classes at a location of your choice, whether doing a location photo shoot, coming to your home or business, traveling across the country on a road trip, or at my classroom. This is a great way to learn digital workflow and be sure that your computer equipment is properly configured for optimum performance.
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January 30, 2026Chain of Rocks Bridge
Chain of Rocks Bridge is one of the more interesting bridges in America. It’s hard to forget a 30-degree turn midway across a mile-long bridge more than 60 feet above the mighty Mississippi. For more than three decades, the bridge was a significant landmark for travelers driving Route 66.
The bridge’s colorful name came from a 17-mile shoal, or series of rocky rapids, called the Chain of Rocks beginning just north of St. Louis. Multiple rock ledges just under the surface made this stretch of the Mississippi River extremely dangerous to navigate. In the 1960s, the Corps of Engineers built a low-water dam covering the Chain of Rocks. That’s why you can’t see them today. Back in 1929, at the time of the construction of the bridge, the Chain was a serious concern for boatmen.
A massive undertaking in its day, the Chain of Rocks Bridge had a projected cost of $1,250,000. The bridge was to be a straight, 40-foot wide roadway with five trusses forming 10 spans. Massive concrete piers standing 55 feet above the high-water mark were to support the structure. Plans called for a four-mile fill along the road leading to the bridge’s north end.
All that proved true except for one major change–in direction. Riverboat men protested the planned bridge because it was to run near two water intake towers for the Chain of Rocks pumping station. Navigating the bridge piers and the towers at the same time, the river captains argued, would be extremely treacherous for vessels and barges. Besides, the initial straight line would have put the bridge over a section of the river where the bedrock was insufficient to support the weight of the piers. Either way, the bridge had to bend.
During World War II, Chain of Rock’s colorful red sections had to be painted green to make the bridge less visible from the air. At the same time, wartime gas rationing reduced traffic. To offset these costs, the City of Madison increased bridge tolls to 35 cents per car, with an additional five cents per passenger—a fee structure that sets on its head today’s system of special high-speed lanes reserved for cars carrying more, not fewer, people.
In 1967, the New Chain of Rocks Bridge carrying Interstate 270 opened just 2,000 feet upstream of the old bridge, which closed in 1968. The bridge deteriorated, and during the 1970s, Army demolition teams considered blowing it up just for practice. In 1975, demolition seemed imminent. Fortunately for the bridge, a bad market saved the day. The value of scrap steel plummeted, making demolition no longer profitable. At that point, the Chain of Rocks Bridge entered 20 years of bridge limbo–too expensive to tear down, too narrow and outdated to carry modern vehicles. In 1980, film director John Carpenter used the gritty, rusting bridge as a site for his science fiction film, Escape from New York. Otherwise, the bridge was abandoned.
Today you might say that the Chain of Rocks Bridge has completed a historic cycle. Built at the beginning of America’s love affair with the automobile, it is now a reflection of America’s desire not to ride in cars so often. During the 1980s, greenways and pedestrian corridors became increasingly popular, and a group called Trailnet began cleanup and restoration of the bridge. Linked to more than 300 miles of trails on both sides of the river, the old Chain of Rocks Bridge reopened to the public as part of the Route 66 Bikeway in 1999.
Because the bridge has not been significantly altered over the years, a visit there today conveys a strong sense of time and place, an appreciation for early-20th-century bridge construction, and outstanding views of the wide Mississippi River. The Chain of Rocks Bridge was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 2006.
Where it is:
Chain of Rocks Bridge parallels U.S. 270 along West Chain of Rocks Rd. between Riverview Dr. in St. Louis, MO and Illinois 3 in Madison County, IL. Connections are present to the MCT Confluence Trail, Mississippi River Trail, and St. Louis Riverfront Trail, and free parking is available in Illinois at the bridge entrance and at North Riverfront Park, south of the bridge along the Riverfront Trail. A park with a pavilion, improved native habitats, event lawn and gated parking lot opened on the Missouri side of the bridge in 2024. Parking is available at the Illinois Bridge entrance and at North Riverfront Park, south of the Bridge along the Riverfront Trail. The bridge is open to bikers and pedestrians daily.
Maps:
GPS:
38°45’45.3225″ N 90°10’44.1682″ W
Links:
Chain Of Rocks Park
10840 Riverview Drive, St. Louis, MO, USA
Hours:
Open daily by 9 a.m. closes at sunset.
Cost:
There is no fee for the Chain of Rocks Bridge.
Location Contact Information:
(314) 436-7009
1-270 at Riverview Dr.
reatriversgreenway.org/bridge
Great Rivers Greenway maintains the bridge and area around the bridge on the Missouri side. The site hosts community programs and events such as Eagle Days, Chain of Rocks Car Shows, and numerous runs, bike rides, and historic Route 66 tours. The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge is the northern anchor for the Mississippi Greenway: Riverfront Trail that extends south to the Arch.
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January 29, 2026Voyagers National Park
Voyageurs National Park is a national park of the United States in northern Minnesota established in 1975. It is located near the city of International Falls. The park’s name commemorates the voyageurs—French-Canadian fur traders who were the first European settlers to frequently travel through the area. Notable for its outstanding water resources, the park is popular with canoeists, kayakers, other boaters, and fishermen. The Kabetogama Peninsula, which lies entirely within the park and makes up most of its land area, is only accessible by boat. To the east of the park lies the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
The park has several boat ramps and visitor centers on its periphery, though the main body of the park is only accessible by boat or, in the winter, by snowmobile, ski, or snowshoe. In 2018, the park hosted 239,656 visitors.
Where it is:
Voyageurs National Park is located in Northern Minnesota, near the Canadian border. The park’s visitor centers and some trails can be reached by car, but much of its beauty is best explored by boat. All campsites (except primitive) require a boat to reach. Access to Voyageurs is available from many points along Rainy Lake, Kabetogama Lake, Ash River, Crane Lake, and Orr/Pelican Lake.
The largest city near Voyageurs National Park is International Falls, Minnesota. Unlike many other national parks, where the main access to the park is by motor vehicle, bicycle or foot, the primary access to Voyageurs is via water. Many visitors travel by kayaks and canoes, while others rent houseboats or take a guided tour boat.
Rainy Lake Visitor Center
1797 Township Rd 342
International Falls, MN 56649
Kabetogama Lake Visitor Center
9940 Cedar Ln
Kabetogama, MN 56669
Ash River Visitor Center
9899 Mead Wood Rd
Orr, MN 55771
Maps:
GPS:
Links:
Voyagers National Park
Hours:
The park is open year-round; have fun exploring in all seasons!
Visitor center open hours and closures vary by season, but Voyageurs National Park remains open and free to access year-round. With no entrance fees, you’re welcome to explore and enjoy the park any time of year.
During the warm months of summer, the park is a destination for those who enjoy exploring by boat or hiking through northern forests. The interconnected waterways and miles of shoreline offer unparalleled opportunities for adventure.
In winter, Voyageurs transforms into a snowy wonderland. Frozen lake surfaces provide access for snowmobiling, while park trails invite exploration on snowshoes or cross-country skis.
Cost:
There is no fee to enter Voyageurs National Park.
Location Contact Information:
Mailing Address:
Voyageurs National Park Headquarters
360 Hwy 11 East
International Falls, MN 56649
Phone:
(218)-283-6600
Email
General Information
Camping Reservations
Boat Tours
Commercial Use Permits
Special Use Requests
Voyagers National Park Photo Gallery
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January 29, 2026Phelps Mill
The Phelps mill was built in 1888–1889 by William E. Thomas, a local entrepreneur who owned a flour and feed business in Fergus Falls. During that time, wheat was a high-demand crop, and nearly one thousand flour mills were in operation throughout Minnesota. Thomas began constructing a wooden dam on the river in the spring of 1888, although the dam was prone to leakage and had to be shored up with sandbags, dirt, gravel, and other materials. The mill itself was built by Royal Powers, who built and framed the mill without using blueprints. He was able to keep the entire plan within his head and did not even have to mark out the lumber he was cutting.
The mill opened in October 1889 and was designed to produce 60 to 75 barrels of flour per day. It was very successful during its initial several years of operation, and in 1895 Thomas built an addition to grind buckwheat and rye. Thomas also built a bunkhouse for overnight guests and a barn for stabling horses. A general store also was established in the area and is still in operation.
As technology progressed in the early 1900s, though, power from electricity, gasoline, or steam became more efficient for powering mills. Railroad transportation also made it more cost-effective to transport the grain to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area for milling. Thomas sold the mill in 1919, and after another change of ownership in 1928, the mill closed for good in 1939.
A local resident and activist, Geneva Tweten, led a campaign to save the mill as a symbol of the rural life. Otter Tail County purchased the site in 1965, and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975. The mill is part of the Phelps Mill Historic District, which also includes the general store and an Italianate miller’s house.
Where it is:
Phelps Mill is in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States, on the Otter Tail River. 29029 County Highway 45, Underwood, Minnesota 56586
Maps:
GPS:
46°22’48.558″ N 95°49’14.502″ W
Links:
https://ottertailcounty.gov/location/phelps-mill/
Hours:
Park Season (May – October)
Open to the public daily: 6 am – 10 pm
Off-Season (November – April)
The park grounds are open on a limited basis in the winter months as weather permits. Facilities are not open and snow is not removed.
Cost:
There is no cost to visit the Phelps Mill County Park.
Location Contact Information:
29035 County Highway 45
Underwood, MN 56586
(218) 826-6159
(800) 423-4571
phelpsmillpark@ottertailcounty.gov
Facilities:
Areas for fishing along the bank of the Otter Tail River – there are no boat launching facilities
Historic mill building
Historic pedestrian bridge
Modern ADA accessible restrooms – there is no running water in the restrooms
Parking
Picnic tables
Play area for children 5 to 12 years of age
Running water and electricity available
Two picnic shelters that can be reserved for weddings, family reunions, and picnics
Paved walking trails and two elevated boardwalks
Phelps Mill Photo Gallery
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January 28, 2026Lake Itasca State Park – Headwaters of the Mississippi
Established in 1891, Itasca is Minnesota’s oldest state park. At the heart of the 32,000-acre forest wilderness, the mighty Mississippi River begins its 2,552-mile journey to the gulf. Points of interest include old growth pine forests, over 100 lakes, numerous historic sites and structures, and the headwaters of the Mississippi River.
Itasca State Park was established by the Minnesota Legislature on April 20, 1891, making it the first of Minnesota’s state parks and second oldest in the United States, behind Niagara Falls State Park. Henry Schoolcraft determined Lake Itasca as the river’s source in 1832. It was named as a National Natural Landmark in 1965, and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1973. About 500,000 people visit Itasca State Park annually.
Lake Itasca, the official source of the Mississippi River and a scenic area of northern Minnesota, has remained relatively unchanged from its natural state. Most of the area has a heavy growth of timber that includes virgin red pine, which is also Minnesota’s state tree. Some of the red pine in Itasca are over 200 years old.
Scattered around the boundaries of Itasca State Park stand a variety of historical and tourist attractions. Constructed over a 37-year period from 1905 to 1942, development was undertaken by two Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camps as well as two Works Progress Administration (WPA) camps.
The headwaters of the Mississippi River are clearly defined by a 44 foot long outlet dam at the north end of Lake Itasca. This setup allows tourists to wade in shallow water or cross over it by way of the bridge constructed of logs.
Where it is:
Itasca State Park is located about 21 miles (34 km) north of Park Rapids, Minnesota and 25 miles (40 km) from Bagley, Minnesota.
Maps:
GPS:
47°14’21.8667″ N 95°12’27.5773″ W
Links:
Itasca State Park
Hours:
Daily from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Cost:
One-day vehicle permit $7
A $35 year-round vehicle permit provides unlimited visits to every Minnesota state park and recreation area for a full year from the month of purchase.
Location Contact Information:
Itasca State Park
36750 Main Park Drive
Park Rapids, MN 56470
218-699-7251
Email: itasca.statepark@state.mn.us
Facilities:
Restrooms, cafe, and gift shop are available in the visitor center.
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January 28, 2026Pipestone National Monument
Pipestone National Monument is a national monument located in southwestern Minnesota, just north of the city of Pipestone. It is home to catlinite rock quarries culturally significant to 23 Native Americans tribal nations of North America.
The Circle Trail is a 3/4-mile long paved path. It cuts through a Tallgrass Prairie, along a creek with the endangered Topeka Shiner, in front of a waterfall, and past ancient quarries still used by Native Americans today.
Those known to have actually occupied the site chronologically are the Yankton Dakota, Iowa, and Omaha peoples. The quarries were considered a neutral territory in the historic past where all tribal nations could quarry “pipestone” for ceremonial pipes vitally important to Plains Indian traditional practices. Archeologists believe the site has been in use for over 3000 years, with Minnesota pipestone having been found in ancient North American burial mounds across a large geographic area.
The National Monument was established by an act of Congress on August 25, 1937, with the establishing legislation reaffirming the quarrying rights of the Native Americans. Any enrolled member of a federally recognized American Indian tribe may apply for a free quarry permit to dig for the pipestone. The National Park Service regularly consults with representatives from 23 affiliated tribal nations to discuss land management practices, historic preservation, exhibit design, and other facets of the park’s management. The historic area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places under the heading “Cannomok’e—Pipestone National Monument”. Cannomok’e means “pipestone quarry” in the Dakota language. The pipestone quarries within the monument are also designated as a Minnesota State Historic Site.
The Upper Midwest Indian Cultural Center is located inside the national monument’s visitor center, and during the summer months sponsors demonstrations of pipemaking by Native craftworkers using the stone from the quarries. Local Native Americans carve the stones using techniques passed down from their ancestors. Many of the demonstrators are third or fourth generation pipe makers.
Where it is:
Pipestone National Monument is located on the north side of Pipestone, Minnesota. The easiest access is from U.S. Hwy 75, which runs north & south through town. Directional signs can be found north of the MN Hwy 23 & U.S. Hwy 75 junction.
Pipestone National Monument is easily accessible from the following highways. When you reach the city of Pipestone, road signs will lead you to Pipestone National Monument.
I-90 Luverne, MN Exit north on US Highway 75 to Pipestone, MN – 25 miles
I-90 north on MN Highway 23 to Pipestone, MN – 27 miles.
Marshall, MN, southwest on MN Highway 23 to Pipestone, MN – 45 miles.
Slayton, MN, west on MN Highway 30 to Pipestone, MN – 29 miles.
Lake Benton, MN, south on US Highway 75 to Pipestone, MN – 19 miles.
I-29 north of Sioux Falls, SD to Exit 109 (Madison/Colman exit) go east on SD Hwy 34 which becomes MN Hwy 30 to Pipestone, MN – 55 miles
I-29 Brookings, SD exit, go east on Hwy 14 to Lake Benton, MN, south on US Highway 75 to Pipestone, MN.
GPS:
44°0’31.812″ N 96°19’3.948″ W
Links:
National Park Service Website
Hours:
The grounds are open 24 hours a day year-round so that visitors may walk the 3/4-mile Circle Trail at any time.
Cost:
There is no fee to visit Pipestone National Monument. No passes are required for admission, parking, or activities within the park.
Location Contact Information:
Pipestone National Monument
36 Reservation Ave.
Pipestone, MN 56164
(507) 825-5464
Facilities:
Restrooms, visitor center, food and drink vending machines.
Pipestone National Monument Photo Gallery
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January 28, 2026Valley of Fires Recreation Area
Valley of Fires recreation area is located immediately adjacent to the Malpais Lava Flow. Approximately 5,000 years ago, Little Black Peak erupted and flowed 44 miles into the Tularosa Basin, filling the basin with molten rock. The resulting lava flow is four to six miles wide, 160 feet thick and covers 125 square miles. The lava flow is considered to be one of the youngest lava flows in the continental United States.
The Bureau of Land Management maintains and manages the Valley of Fires Recreation area, which is located four miles west of Carrizozo, NM, on US Highway 380. Valley of Fires offers both camping and day use. 20 of the campsites have 30 and 50 amp electrical hookups and water hookups, all sites have picnic shelters, tables, trashcans and barbeque grills. Two of the RV sites are accessible, as are the restrooms. Showers are provided in the main restroom/shower house. An RV dump station is also available. Two group shelters are accessible and available for rental. The 3/4 mile Malpais Nature Trail offers a close-up look of the lava surface.
The Malpais Nature trail offers a unique experience of getting trail users out into the lava. The trail is paved and accessible. Wildlife is commonly seen on or from the trail during the warm months, especially in the early morning and late evening hours. The interpretive signage along this trail and the hilltop vista at the Valley of Fires Recreation Area has been updated. These new signs provide updated information, including photos and artwork, about the lava flow, its inhabitants, and the surrounding area.
From a distance, Valley of Fires appears as barren rock but when you walk through the nature trail there are many varieties of flowers, cactus, trees and bushes typical of the Chihuahuan desert. Animals include bats, roadrunners, quail, cottontails, mule deer, barbary sheep, and lizards. It’s also a virtual birdwatcher’s paradise with great horned owls, burrowing owls, turkey vultures, hawks, gnat catchers, cactus wrens, sparrows and golden eagles.
Where it is:
Travel four miles west of the town of Carrizozo on U.S. Highway 380. Valley of Fires recreation area is on the left.
6158 U.S. Highway 380
Carrizozo
New Mexico
88301
GPS:
33°41’6.006″ N 105°55’11.094″ W
Links:
Valley of Fires Recreation Area
Hours:
Open year round.
Cost:
Day Use – single vehicle, $5.
Location Contact Information:
2909 West Second Street
Roswell
New Mexico
88201
Facilities:
Each camp site features picnic shelter and picnic tables, tent pads (tent camping area), pedestal grills, campfire rings (most sites) as well as a trash can. There is a shower house with flush toilets centrally located within the campground.,
The bookstore and gift shop offers information on the recreation area, wildlife and other nearby activities as well as offering the opportunity to purchase a wide variety of stuffed animals, books and other recreation area keepsakes.
This nearest location to acquire food and gas is four miles away in Carrizozo.
Valley of Fires Recreation Area Photo Gallery
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January 27, 2026Nora Grist Mill
Nora Mill is a fully operational gristmill (one of the few that still grind corn) located on the banks of the Chattahoochee River outside of Helen, Georgia. Built in 1876, the mill is four stories tall, has 1,500 pound French Burr Mill Stones, a 100-foot wooden raceway and a water turbine rather than a water wheel.
John Martin, a gold miner, built the mill in 1876 and made Sautee-Nacoochee Valley his home. Dr. Lamartine Martin, who became the governor of Georgia from 1927 – 1931, bought the mill in 1901 and named it after his sister Nora.
Today, the mill is run by the Fain family. The Nora Mill Granary is a well-known destination for visitors to the mountains. A variety of milled products are sold in the mill and in the mill store adjacent to the mill. Make sure to sample some Pioneer Porridge on your visit.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the mill is open year-round – except Christmas Day.
Where it is:
Nora Grist Mill is located in Helen Georgia, a bustling alpine village set against a scenic backdrop of mountains, forests and river banks, you’ll feel as though you’ve been transported to the cobblestone streets of Germany’s famed Bamberg or Lindau as colorful shops dot the landscape and the heavenly aroma of authentic German fare takes to the breeze.
GPS:
34°41’25.344″ N 83°42’35.622″ W
Links:
https://www.noramill.com/
Hours:
Mon – Fri 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sat – Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cost:
There is no cost to visit the mill.
Location Contact Information:
NORA MILL GRANARY
7107 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HELEN, GA 30545
1-706-878-2375
Facilities:
Free Parking
Parking off Site
Parking on Site
Gift Shop
Public Restrooms
Self-guided Tours
Nora Grist Mill Photo Gallery
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January 16, 2026Digital Infrared IR Photography Workshop
July 10-12, 2026
This will be a hands on classroom and in the field photography workshop which will be based out Fort Smith Arkansas and is open to any level of photographer. You do not need to have a Digital Infrared Camera for the workshop (I have 3 digital IR cameras which will be available for participants to use during the workshop), but you will want one by the time it is over.
In this workshop you will learn what you need to know about digital IR photography, including information about getting a camera converted, which filter to use, what lens work best (some lenses will not work) for your camera, and how to get a proper exposure.
During this unique workshop we will go through the complete process of creating fantastic digital infrared photos. Infrared photography offers a tremendous opportunity to be creative and produce surreal images. Infrared is a totally unique format of photography and requires some different approaches to shooting and post processing your images.
IR cameras can be configured with different filters during the conversion process, which can yield different images, and then they can be processed differently for a variety of looks from a single image.
There is an entire new skill set to learn to process IR images, normally Lightroom can not handle the conversion of RAW files, they will turn very red or orange. We will set up custom camera calibration profiles for Adobe Lightroom so that the images can be properly developed.
During the post processing we will learn to process an image using “False Color” processing, converting to black and white, creative Digital Infrared post processing, and much more using Adobe Lightroom.
On Saturday we will make a trip to Red Oak II in Carthage Missouri and spend the day taking infrared photos. Red Oak II is my favorite place for IR photos due to the many different subjects that are ideal for IR photography.
Red Oak II is the creation of artist Lowell Davis, who’s family had pioneered the town of Red Oak. After success as an artist, he started moving his old home town to his farm 32 miles away creating Red Oak II. Lowell now lives in what he considers his “Masterpiece” in the Belle Starr house where the famous outlaw was raised. Red Oak II is located a few miles Northeast of Carthage Missouri, just off Route 66.
Itinerary
Friday
We will meet at 1:00 pm for a classroom session to learn Digital Infrared Photography at my classroom followed by a photoshoot in historic downtown Fort Smith. We will then go eat dinner and return to the classroom for follow up and review of the shoot.
Saturday
Trip to Red Oak II for a full day on Infrared Photography. We will leave from my classroom at 8:00 am and return late afternoon or evening.
Sunday
We will meet at my classroom at 9:00 am. and will be spending the day in the classroom learning how to process Infrared images in Adobe Lightroom Classic. We will create custom calibration profiles in order to process the IR images in Lightroom and learn to create dramatic black and white images and false color Infrared Images.
The afternoon will be spent processing images from our trip to Red Oak II and answering any follow questions or issues.
Workshop Policies and Information
About the Workshop
Our workshops are based on digital photography, the assistance that I can provide and the immediate feedback of digital make “in the field” workshops one of the most effective teaching formats available. Whether finding the correct exposure, looking through the viewfinder for the perfect composition, or learning how to use the equipment, you can’t beat real world experience. Classes are kept small, it’s all about personal, individual attention.
Digital offers a number of benefits for learning photography including:
Immediate feedback on exposure and composition
Immediate critique from the instructor an other participants
Ability to do reviews and projection
Automatically capturing all shooting information (Meta Data)
Ability to manage work flow while still on location
What to Bring
Digital IR Camera (if you don’t have one I have 3 that will be available for your use during the workshop)
Tripod
Computer with Adobe Lightroom Classic, Camera RAW, and Photoshop installed.
Cost
The full cost of the workshop is $795 per participant.
Group Size
We keep our group size small, this provides for a high degree of personal attention and a great amount of flexibility in making the workshop the best possible experience for the participants.
This workshop is limited to a maximum of 4 participants and a minimum of 1 participant.
Changes to the Itinerary
In order to offer the best experience possible for the workshop participants we reserve the right to alter the itinerary when our judgment warrants it. This could be due to unforeseen circumstances, closures, weather or other conditions beyond our control. We may also alter due to new or unexpected photographic opportunities that may arise.
Transportation During Workshop
Transportation to the shoots and events during the workshop will be done by carpool.
What is Not Included
Transportation to and from the workshop, meals, vehicle entrance fees, incidental expenses, gratuities, and items of a personal nature.
Meals
We will take breaks for meals, and may go as a group to continue the discussion and learning, or you are free to go on your own.
Lodging
Lodging is not provided during the workshop.
Health and Physical Considerations
All participants should be in generally good health, walking and moderate climbing may be necessary in outdoor workshops and you will be responsible for carrying of your own equipment on location shoots. If you are taking any medications be sure to bring a supply sufficient for the duration of the workshop.
My studio classroom is on a second floor with a narrow stairway.
If you have any concern about your ability to participate in a workshop please contact me before registering.
Registration, Payment, and Refund Policy
You can register any way you like, just so I get your information, you can use the online registration, the contact form, email, postal mail, or call me on the phone (479-414-6889) either to register or just ask a question. Registration is done on a first come basis, so register early to secure your space. A deposit of $200 is required to reserve your space. Enrollment is limited in our workshops, so once you have been accepted your participation is important to us – we are counting on you to attend. All workshop require a minimum number of participants or they will be canceled.
If you must withdraw from a course, we must receive written notice of your cancellation, and then apply the following refund policy: We do not make refunds on workshop fees. We do not make partial refunds for unused portions or services of a workshop for any reason. In most cases we will apply fees to another workshop at our discretion.
Cancellation Policy
In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a workshop we will refund all monies paid, in full. Notification of our cancellation will be made via either a telephone call or an e-mail to you at least 30 days prior to the beginning of a workshop other than an emergency. We cannot be responsible for phone messages and e-mails not being received in a timely matter due to your service providers. We cannot be responsible for non-refundable airline tickets unused or other travel arrangements because of a workshop cancellation.
All workshops have a minimum participation level which must be met or the workshop will be canceled.
Liability Waiver
All participants will be required to sigh a liability waiver before beginning a workshop. We will not be liable for injury, accident or theft resulting from participation in our workshop program.
Weather
The more the better, at least as far as the photography goes. Workshops will not be canceled and no refunds will be made due to weather, we will not be responsible for any additional costs that may be incurred by weather delays or cancellations due to weather, flight delays, or other. Participants should come to the workshop prepared for all weather conditions. We will generally update everyone within a few days of the workshop so that they know what type of weather to expect.
Trip Extensions
We may be able to extend your trip in the area, if you would like more time and personal instruction. Please contact us for more information and rates before the workshop.
Smoking
We prefer that you do not smoke, however if you must please abide by the following guidelines. Smoking is not allowed in or near vehicles, during instructional sessions, during group meals, or at other times when in close quarters with other workshop participants. [...]
Workshops and Classes
Complete photography workshop information, including schedules, and individual outlines are found within the Workshops section.
Greg offers both classroom instruction and in the field hands on photographic workshops. Classroom sessions are normally held in Fort Smith Arkansas, but arrangements can be made to bring a class to your group.
All classes and workshops have small class sizes designed to provide an optimum student to instructor ratio, where you can get the personal attention you need.
My workshops and classes are designed around the students needs, with a hands on approach.I provide a photography workshop, not just a photo tour, my goal is provide you with as much personal hands on assistance as possible. I will check with each participant to see how you are doing and if you need help, if you wish for assistance let me know, if not just let me know, and you will be free to shoot on your own. I am more than willing to look through your viewfinder or at your LCD to check your images and offer constructive critique.
Current Workshops and Classes
Photographic Destinations
I will be posting an ongoing project I call “Photographic Destinations”.
Great Places for Great Photos
Let me help you to find a great location for your next photography adventure. I will list many lesser known destinations, as well as the famous “Icon Locations” for photography. I will provide photos (Lots of Photos), location information, consisting of what there is to photograph as well as other information about the destination. I will give costs, maps, directions, contact information, and other essential information for a successful photo trip. I will only post for locations that I have personally photographed to insure a quality guide to great locations for photography.
If you know of great places that are not posted, please send me the details, I may just decide that is a place I need to go!
Stock Photo Galleries
Search from thousands of images in my online galleries I am excited to be able to offer my images available for browsing or purchase.
- Browse Images
- Create and Save Personal Lightboxes
- Purchase Licensing Rights
- Download High Resolution Files
- Download Personal Use Files
- Order Prints
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