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PREVIOUS PHOTO WORKSHOPS & TOURS
Canyon de Chelly Autumn Workshop &Tour
Oct. 26 - 29, 2019
Limited Spaces Remain - Register by October 11th, 2019
Hone your photography skills in the magnificent setting of Canyon De Chelly, Arizona.Steeped in history, this magical locale has been inhabited by indigenous peoples for centuries.
Work and learn alongside renowned landscape photographer John Gavrilis, and exclusive Navajo guides. Experience this national treasure during the height of autumn color.
Gain personal instruction in the arts of composition and lighting, and create images that do more than simply show the location, but exude drama and storytelling. Open to photo enthusiasts of all skill levels.
• $775 • (lodging & meals not included)
Sign Me Up: Email John or call (831)295-4477
Workshop Itinerary
Day 1 – Saturday, October 26th
Meet at the historic Thunderbird Lodge at 10:00am to get acquainted and preview the canyon. After lunch, return to the canyon to commence photography instruction. Return to the lodge for an early dinner and enjoy an exclusive opportunity to photograph tribal Navajo dancers in full ceremonial dress.
Day 2 – Sunday, October 27th
Meet in front of the lodge at 9:00am to begin an 8-hour tour of the lower canyon, led by private Navajo guides. Discover ancient ruins, the famous Window Arch and many photogenic areas in full autumn color. Lunch included. Return to the lodge for additional photographing and dinner.
Day 3 – Monday, October 28th
Enjoy another full day of photographing both the north and sound side of the canyon, including lunch and downtime. Return to the lodge after sunset for dinner and an interactive critique session.
Day 4 – Tuesday, October 29th
The workshop will conclude mid-day on the 29th, and there are two options for final day participation:
Option #1: Head out for an early morning photo session and return in time for breakfast and checkout at 11:00am.
Option #2: Participate in the morning session, and continue photographing on your own into the early afternoon. A limited number of rooms will be set aside for one extra night, at an additional charge. You must confirm this request in advance.
Limited Spaces Remain - Register by October 11th, 2019
Sign Me Up: Email John or call (831)295-4477
*Group accommodations have been arranged at the historic Thunderbird Lodge at a group rate of $80 per night (plus tax).
Previous Workshops & Tours
Monument Valley & Canyon de Chelly Photo Tour
Workshop is FULL - email to be placed on a cancellation list.
June 23 - 28, 2019 • $1,500 • Includes customized Navajo guided tours
in both locations. One Navajo tour in Monument Valley will include an exciting
overnight campout on top of Hunts Mesa. (See top photo below)
On day 2 in Canyon de Chelly we will have a 4 hour Navajo tour of the
Ancient Ruins and Window Rock Arch in the lower canyon.
(lodging & meals not included)
3 days in each Navajo Park.
(In Monument Valley) We will have a block of rooms at Gouldings Lodge.
(In Canyon de Chelly) We will have a block of rooms at the Thunderbird Lodge.
or you may camp nearby.
(limited to only 12 participants)
please contact JOHN GAVRILIS by email or (831) 295-4477
"Totem Pole & Yei Bi Chei" - Monument Valley
"Spider Rock Afterglow" - Canyon de Chelly
