Sunset & Night Sky Workshops

These workshops are focused on capturing stunning sunsets and night sky images. There are many great places to snap photos of sunsets and night skies close to the Ridgecrest, CA area. By joining these workshops, you will learn how to capture stunning images as well as be out with a group of like-minded people. As some people would say, safety by numbers.

We will host these workshops at multiple locations around the area to capture stunning views at sunset and in the evening. Each workshop will begin with an orientation and introduction with the group members and instructors in a classroom environment at the Ridgecrest Welcome Center. Each orientation will be specifically designed for the location of the shoot. The orientations will include camera settings, compositions, lighting, information about the location and safety. This will also be a great time to ask questions.

If you aren't familiar with Ridgecrest, check out the Ridgecrest Guide for some great information about the area.

Participant Limit: 10

Skill Level: Any

Physical Activity: Easy (Walking/Standing)

Length: Approximately 6 hours

Cost: $400 per person

We will arrive at the shoot location before sunset. We will go over camera settings and compositions to help you capture that perfect shot of the sunset. We will shoot during sunset, golden hour, blue hour and dark skies.

Required Gear:

• Digital camera
• Wide angle lens that can achieve an aperture of f/4 or higher (ex. f/2.8, 2, 1.8, 1.4)
• Sturdy tripod that doesn't shake and has no loose parts
• Ball head or pan head mount
• Shutter Release cable for shots longer than 30 seconds
• Two fully-charged batteries
• Flashlight
• Headlamp

If you are interested in participating in an upcoming Sunset & Night Sky Workshop, click the location link below to learn more about that particular workshop and how to register.