For those who have been looking for a different, more intimate and intensive Olympic Peninsula experience—look no further! Be a part of a small group photographing together in the cathedral-like Quinault Rainforest staying at the luxurious and historic Lake Quinault Lodge. We will dine together, photograph together, and explore the remote regions of the beautiful Olympic National Park.

In an attempt to offer something different from our previous Olympic Peninsula workshops we are going to include some new locations and projects to work on in the field using 6-stop neutral density filters.

This special small group retreat will focus on finding inspiration for abstract art in nature. We found some wonderful locations that consistently yield some beautiful abstract imagery. Art will also share some of his new techniques for taking an otherwise dull scene and turning it into something that is uniquely yours, a beautiful piece of abstract art.

The love of abstract art stretches far beyond its vibrant colors and seemingly random shapes and forms. It captivates us because of its undeniable power to ignite our curiosity, to push the boundaries of our imagination, and to challenge our perception of what art can be.

If you are interested in taking your photography to the next level and pushing yourself to new creative limits this is the retreat for you!

For those of you that have partners that are not photographers, please note that couples are welcome! You may bring your spouse so they can help you enjoy the luxurious rooms that the beautiful Lake Quinault Lodge has to offer. They can join the group for meals and the final critique at the end of the workshop if they like as well.

Led by Art Wolfe

Assisted by Gavriel Jecan
Limited to 8 Participants
Minimal hiking involved

Transportation and Accommodation

• Participants are responsible for their own transportation, lodging and meals. 
• We will provide hotel information for where the group will be staying. You will need to reach out to the hotel directly to secure your room reservation. You are not required to stay at the suggested lodge, as there are other options nearby.

Itinerary

Shooting schedules have the ability to be altered to effectively cater to the photographic desires of the group, as well as to adapt to changeable weather conditions.

Day 1:

• Meet and greet at 6pm at Lake Quinault Lodge. Everyone can introduce themselves, and Art will give a brief description of the proposed itinerary.
• Finding Your Inspiration lecture
• Group no host dinner

Day 2:

• Field shoot
• Group no host dinner
• Download images from the day of shooting

Day 3:

• Morning critique. Each participant will provide three images from Day 2. This will give you the chance to build on successes and learn from mistakes of the previous day.
• Field shoot
• Group discussions, critiques or lectures

Day 4:

• Field shoot
• Group discussions, critiques or lectures

Day 5:

• Lecture and critique. Learn from each others images while they are projected for the group. Art will adjust them in Adobe Lightroom and provide instruction.
• Workshop will conclude by 12pm

To keep our instructors and clients safe and healthy as well as streamlining the process of acquiring destination venues and accommodations, we are asking that all workshop participants be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

We request a 50% deposit to hold your space in this retreat. You may send in a check to the below address to avoid the 3% credit card processing fee.

Art Wolfe Inc.

6523 California Ave SW #343

Seattle, WA 98136

I love photographing in the Olympic Peninsula and it seems like every time I am leaving I am wishing for more time to photograph in this beautiful region.  So I have decided to provide an exclusive photography retreat which will not only grant me additional time in the field to teach, but also a more extended period of time to get to know each of the participants.  I am really looking forward to the opportunity to photograph with a small group in one of my favorite places to visit.

-Art Wolfe