Alaska Fall Photo Workshop

Sept 4-10, 2025 - Sold Out

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Experience the brilliant fall colors in Alaska's rugged mountains.  Get off the beaten path in search of enchanting landscapes exploding in brilliant shades of red, yellow, and orange. The wildlife is busy getting ready for winter and we may photograph species such as moose, bears, wolves, dall sheep, caribou, and more. Supercharge your Alaska experience by adding our Arctic Wildlife & Landscapes Workshop

Tuition

Max Group Size

  • 4 Students per Instructor
  • Max 8 Students

Instructor(s)

  • Ryan McGinty
  • Wendy Casey

Physical Intensity

Images from around Tangle Lakes near the Delta Junction of the state of Alaska during fall season

Highlights

  • Photograph the dazzling shades of red, orange, and yellow across America's Last Frontier.
  • Capture the wildlife as they are busy preparing for the cold winter months.  Species include grizzly bear, moose, caribou, dall sheep, wolves, and more!
  • Explore the greater Denali area and venture into the backcountry.
  • Watch for the dancing aurora borealis on clear nights!
  • Small group of 8 participants with 2 pro photographers.
  • All ground transportation and lodging provided.
  • Supercharge your trip with the Arctic Wildlife & Landscapes Extension

Itinerary

The exact itinerary will be kept flexible to account for the weather and current conditions. We will optimize our time for the best possible photography. The itinerary below is just an example of what you can expect.

  • Day 1 (Sept 4):  Meet at 7PM at Best Western Chena River Lodge in Fairbanks for a mandatory orientation session.  We'll cover the photo techniques we'll be using during our time together and go over all the details of the trip.
  • Day 2 (Sept 5):  After breakfast, we begin our journey deep into the Alaskan backcountry.  We drive through some exquiste high country cloaked in autumn colors and stop often for photo ops! A few side hikes lead us to some beautiful lakes. After shooting sunset we check into our hotel in a gorgeous alpine setting for the next two nights.
  • Day 3 (Sept 6):  We continue our explorations along the Denali Hwy with gorgeous views all around us! We even get lucky with some wildlife photo ops.  In the afternoon we do some short hikes and capture a gorgeous sunset! After dinner we watch for the aurora borealis.
  • Day 4 (Sept 7):  Today we make our way further west towards the snow-capped Alaskan Range.  We stop often to eat the plentiful tundra blueberries.  After lunch we check into our hotel and then spend the rest of the day hiking some scenic trails and capturing the insane fall colors all around us!  We even photograph some moose in the brightly colored dwarf birch!
  • Day 5 (Sept 8):  We start with an early breakfast and begin our full day bus tour deep into Denali. We'll be on the lookout for wildlife species such as grizzly bear, caribou, moose, dall sheep, and more. The landscapes are sure to impress with brilliant fall colors!  If the weather cooperates, we'll enjoy fantastic views of the imposing and snowy Denali Peak. That evening we are on the lookout again for the Northern Lights.
Alaska Fall - Kevin McNeal
Alaska Fall Colors Photo Workshop
Alaska Fall Colors Photo Workshop
Alaska Fall Colors Photo Workshop

Itinerary (cont.)

  • Day 6 (Sept 9):  We wake up early to capture sunrise with brilliant fall colors in front of the imposing Alaskan Range. We return for breakfast and spend some time showing you some editing techniques for your photos.  That afternoon we do some hikes through the tundra with views of the Alaskan Range.
  • Day 7 (Sept 10): This is our last day together.  After a sunrise shoot, we enjoy breakfast together before making our way back to Fairbanks.  The workshop will conclude no later than 2PM, allowing you to either stay one more night in Fairbanks or catch a late flight back home.
  • For those wanting an Epic Adventure, we invite you to join our Arctic Wildlife & Landscapes Extension Aug 29 - Sept 4

Logistics

  • Plan to arrive in Fairbanks no later than 7PM on Sept 4th.  Please have dinner before meeting the group for the orientation session.
  • Lodging in the Arctic is in short supply and has bee pre-paid for our group. At checkout you will select between double or single occupancy and the cost of lodging will be added to your booking.  See the Pricing Section for details.
  • Mild to moderate hiking is required to reach some locations.  We aren't expecting to do any more than 1-2 miles total in one day. Knee-high muck boots are recommended due to the boggy nature of the tundra.
  • Fall weather is unpredictable in Alaska.  It can be sunny and comfortable or cold and snowy.  We will hold a pre-workshop zoom meeting with all participants to ensure you are well prepared.
  • 4 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included in the workshop fee. All other meals/snacks are on your own.  We will be stopping for meals at either stores or restaurants during our journey.
  • There is no need for you to rent a car.  The hotel will provide free shuttle service to/from the Fairbanks International Airport.  Once you are with us, we will provide all transportation for the workshop.
  • We highly recommend Travel Insurance to cover any non-refundable fees or medical coverage during the workshop.
Aurora Borealis Photo Workshop Northern Lights
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Images from around the state of Alaska during fall season

Pricing

$3995/person + Tax

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Trip Includes:

  • 7-Day Photo Workshop with 2 Pro Instructors.
  • Post-processing and image critique sessions.
  • All ground transportation
  • 4 breakfasts and 2 dinners
  • Tickets for the full day Denali bus tour.
  • A 6-night lodging package will be added to your booking. Cost is $800 for double or $1600 for single occupancy.
  • Pre-workshop zoom meeting.

 

Trip Does NOT Include:

  • Transportation to/from your home to Fairbanks, AK.
  • Meals, beverages, and snacks except for 5 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners.
  • Instructor Gratuities

When you complete the checkout process, you will be given the option to either pay the full amount or put down a 50% deposit.  If you pay the deposit, we'll send you a payment link approx 120 days from departure for the remaining balance.  See the full Terms and Conditions.

Recommended Camera Gear

  • Sturdy tripod and ballhead
  • Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Body. Having 2 camera bodies will greatly reduce the number of lens changes.
  • Fast wide angle lens in the 14-35mm range. We recommend a lens that is f/2.8 or faster for night photography.
  • Mid-range zoom lens in the range of 24-100mm.
  • Long elephoto lenses will come in handy for landscape compression and wildlife encounters. We recommend a zoom lens in the range of 100-400mm or 200-600mm.  For landscape shots, it's really important you cover the 100-200mm range.
  • Circular polarizer filters and 3-stop ND filters for your lenses.  If you like shooting with grads, bring them along.  Very dark ND's can be useful for creating long exposures.
  • Extra batteries, memory cards, and cleaning supplies.
  • Remote cord for your camera.
  • Cover for your camera/lens to protect against high winds and precipitation.
  • Camera backpack you can use while hiking.
  • Drone camera for aerial photography (optional).
  • Laptop if you wish to backup your photos or follow along during the post-processing instruction.

Personal Gear List

  • Waterproof outer shell jacket.
  • Warm layers like fleece jackets, down jackets, etc.
  • Warm hat and gloves.
  • Knee-high muck boots for boggy terrain
  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, sun hat.
  • Water bottle and or thermos
Images from Denali National Park in Alaska during Autumn Season Alaska Fall

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Ryan McGinty

Photography Instructor

Ryan McGinty is a seasoned landscape photographer living in the Palouse area of southeastern Washington.  His first-hand experience in this unique agricultural area makes him the perfect instructor to lead people to out-of-the-way places for those once-in-a-lifetime rainbows, sunsets and sunrises in the beautiful rolling hills. He loves chasing the light and diligently checks weather apps to get the latest sun and rain predictions, cloud formations, wind and temperatures for the best locations and light.

His interest in photography started at an early age and continued in college with graduate work at Brooks Institute of Photography.  His experience in portrait, wedding, film, and medium and large format photography give him an extraordinary background for his award-winning landscape photography.

His passion for the Palouse is only exceeded by his passion for photography and his desire to show people his favorite places.  He takes a legitimate interest in his clients and strives hard to ensure they get the best shots. His photographs have been published in books, calendars and travel guides.

Wendy Casey

Wendy Casey

Photography Instructor

Wendy is proud to be a Utah Native and began hiking and camping with her parents at a very young age. She has many fond memories hiking to amazing viewpoints and taking in the grandeur that is Utah. Her interest in photography began in the 80’s where she made her film images come to life in a darkroom.

She now enjoys the creativity of the digital world by photographing a wide range of interests, from Landscape, Wildlife, Portraits, to Sports. Her favorite is capturing epic scenery with a human interest.

When Wendy and her husband Randy are not at home on their farm, they are out on a trail somewhere, exploring, photographing and creating videos of their adventures.  Wendy has a lot of experience with horses on their ranch and will be an instructor on some of our wild horse and ranch workshops.

Over the years, she has participated in many art shows. Her local favorites are the Kimball Arts, Park City Art Festival and Midway Swiss Days. She has shipped her art around the world  and has her work hanging throughout the state in hospitals, clinics and many large and small businesses. Her images have also been featured in and on the covers of local magazines.

Wendy loves to help others develop their passion for photography and capture through the viewfinder, winning scenes to last forever and an epic story to go with it.

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