Oregon Coast Fall Photo Workshop
Oct 25-30, 2026
Experience the raw power and serene beauty of the rugged Oregon Coast during autumn season. We'll hit many iconic locations such as Cape Kiwanda, Thor's Well, Seal Rock, and much more! You'll photograph tidepools, seastacks, waterfalls, misty forests, and marine life along this diverse coastline. But not only that, we'll spend a day photographing waterfalls and brilliant fall colors. Our 6-day Oregon Coast Photo Workshop is designed to maximize your photography learning while getting you the best possible shots. The workshop includes round-trip transportation to/from the Portland International Airport.
Tuition
- $2700
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Max Group Size
- 4 Students per Instructor
- 8 Students Max
Instructor(s)
- TBD*

Highlights
- Photograph rugged coastlines, old-growth forests, seastacks, cliffside vistas and abundant marine life. There is so much diversity to enjoy!
- Dates are timed for optimal coastal photographic conditions along with brilliant fall colors.
- Learn many new photographic techniques from pro photographers.
- The exact workshop itinerary is kept flexible so we can make best use of the weather, tides, and current conditions.
- Capture peak fall colors complemented by waterfalls.
- Round trip transportation provided to/from the Portland International Airport. No need to rent a car!
- Post-processing and image critique sessions will help make the most of your images.
Itinerary
The exact itinerary will be kept flexible to account for the weather, tides, and current conditions along the coast. We will optimize our time for the best possible photography. The itinerary below is just an example of what you can expect.
- Day 1: Pickups begin at 10:30AM at Portland International Airport (PDX) or at a nearby airport hotel. From there we head to Newport, Oregon where we'll hold a mandatory orientation session covering logistics and many of the shooting techniques. After a quick dinner, we venture out to Depoe Bay where we'll shoot dramatic waves and seascapes into sunset. We'll be on the lookout for whales as this is one of the best places in the state to view them!
- Day 2: We wake up early to catch sunrise at Lincoln Beach, taking advantage of the soft morning light. We head back for breakfast and a midday rest break. We reconvene in the afternoon for a post-processing and image critique session before departing for Cape Kiwanda. When the wave action gets good here, it REALLY gets good. We'll find a variety of good compositions to shoot through sunset.
- Day 3: It's another early start for Otter Rock and home of the Devil's Punchbowl! We enjoy some fantastic early morning color and experiment with a variety of long exposures. We return to town for another midday break and reconvene for an image critique session early afternoon. We head out and photograph a lighthouse and then end with a sunset shoot at the iconic Seal Rock.
- Day 4: For our morning shoot we head to the postcard-perfect Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Next we shoot the harbor and capture some wildlife as well. We hold our final post-processing session and then leave early to capture wave action at Yachats. For the finale we don our waders and shoot sunset at spectacular Thor's Well!
- Day 5: It's hard to believe it's our last morning on the coast. We shoot sunrise at Agate Beach and return to town. We drive back to Salem, Oregon, check into our hotel, and then head out for an evening of shooting prime fall colors among various creeks and waterfalls.
- Day 6: We venture back into the forest this morning to capture more waterfalls and brilliant fall colors. We return to town, have breakfast, check out of the hotel, and drive back to Portland International Airport. We will arrive no later than 2PM and you can plan your return travel anytime after that.




Logistics
Please arrive at Portland International Airport (PDX) prior to 10:30AM on Oct 25th for pickup. If you are driving your own vehicle, you can simply meet us in Newport, OR at 1PM. Return travel can be scheduled for anytime after 2PM on Oct 30th.
Lodging is in short supply along the coast, so we have pre-paid for 5 nights of hotel accommodations for all workshop participants. During checkout you will add your lodging package based on either single or double occupancy. See the Pricing section for more details.
Everyone on this trip should be in reasonably good physical condition. We aren't planning any long hikes but you should be comfortable walking 1-3 miles per day while carrying your photo gear.
Food is not included as part of the workshop. You are free to bring your own food or eat at restaurants in town. We will make food stops when we are driving between photo stops.
Since we are photographing so much along the coast, we highly recommend each participant bring a pair of chest waders. Without waders, you will get very wet trying to photograph close to the water and you will not get the best compositions. A sturdy tripod is a must for photographing along the coast!
Temperatures are pretty mild in fall but it can get chilly along the coast, so come prepared with some warm layers and a jacket. Rain is not uncommon, so make sure you bring a rain jacket and backpack rain cover. An umbrella can come in handy, especially if we are shooting in light rain. Please see the gear list further down.
Pricing
$2700/person + Tax
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Trip Includes:
- 6-Day Photo Workshop with 2 Pro Instructors
- Round-Trip Ground Transportation To/From Portland International Airport.
- Park Entrance Fees
- In-Field Photography Instruction
- Post-processing and Image Critique
- Pre-Workshop Zoom Meeting
- 6-night lodging package will be added to your booking based on single or double occupancy. Cost is $450 or $900 for double or single respectively.
Trip Does NOT Include:
- Transportation to/from your home to Portland, OR.
- Meals, snacks, and beverages.
- 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, the remaining amount will be charged 120 days prior to arrival to the credit card we have on file.


Recommended Camera Gear
- Sturdy tripod and ballhead
- Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Body.
- Wide angle lens in the 16-35mm range.
- Mid-range zoom lens in the range of 24-100mm.
- Long telephoto lenses will come in handy for landscape compression and wildlife encounters.
- Circular polarizer filters and ND filters for your lenses. If you like shooting with grads, bring them along. A 9 or 10-stop ND filter will be useful for creating very long exposures.
- Backpack to carry your gear along with a rain cover for the pack.
- Extra batteries, memory cards, and cleaning supplies.
- Remote cord for your camera.
- Laptop if you wish to backup your photos or follow along during the post-processing instruction.
Personal Gear List
- Sturdy hiking footwear, hiking socks, and long pants .
- A rain jacket and several warm layers.
- Chest Waders
- Umbrella
- Headlamp
- Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Sun Hat, and Gloves
- Water bottle or hydration bladder.
- Hiking poles if you like having them.
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