Hunt’s Photo Adventure: Autumn in New Orleans & The Louisiana Bayou
November 2 - November 7
Class Summary
November 2 - November 7
- Camera, memory cards, batteries
- Wide angle, standard, telephoto and super-telephoto lenses (If you are looking for a lens to rent, you can rent it from us at rentals.huntsphoto.com!)
- Tripod
- Cable release
- Polarizers and Neutral Density filters if you have them
Travel information to MSY
Arrive by Nov. 2nd before 11:00 am. At 11:00 am on Nov. 2nd there will be a group pick-up at Louis Armstrong Int’l Airport (MSY). You will be returned to MSY by 1:00 pm on Nov. 7th for your flight home. If these dates and/or times do not work for you, consider coming in a day earlier or staying a day later.
Hotel information
Lodging is not included in the cost of this Adventure. Hotel reservations have been secured for the group in New Orleans and Morgan City, LA. This essential information will be shared during the registration process once full payment for the workshop has been completed. After that, please contact the hotels directly and provide them with your name and credit card details to finalize your room reservation.
Refund Policy – Adventures
For most Photo Adventures, a deposit of 25% of the total cost of the workshop is required to hold a spot. Please note: Deposits are non-refundable, but you can receive a 50% credit toward a future adventure. Within 45-days, the deposit is non-transferable.
For Photo Adventures under $1,000, we may only have the total cost payment option. In this case, 25% is non-refundable.
For national adventures (excluding Alaska), final payments are due one month prior to the start of the workshop.
For international adventures (and Alaska), final payments are due 90-days prior to the start of the workshop. We strongly encourage travel insurance!
For all cancellations, you must contact classes@huntsphoto.com
Workshop Description
Hunt’s Photo Adventure leaders Bob Fletcher and Jeff Swinger invite you to a unique Photo Adventure to New Orleans & the Louisiana Bayou. The trip will have a variety of subjects, from street photography and architecture to wildlife and swampy landscapes!
During the first two days, we will explore the French Quarter, Bourbon Street, the Garden District, and the Gothic above-ground cemetery that you have seen so often on television and in movies. We will photograph architecture and street performers, ride on an historic streetcar, and enjoy the warm ambiance of New Orleans.
For the remaining days, prepare yourself for an adventure through the swamps and bayous of Louisiana! You will embark on your journey in a custom-built vessel with a covered roof to keep you dry and cool. Tours are narrated by Capt. Billy Gaston–born and raised in the Bayou. (Toilet facilities are available on board the boat with special attention given to seniors and the physically challenged.)
Don’t miss this great trip!
Itinerary
Nov. 2 – Arrival & French Quarter
- Arrive by 11:00 AM at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
- Photo walk in the French Quarter, exploring the famed Bourbon Street and soaking in the vibrant Cajun atmosphere
- Enjoy the unique architecture, street performers, and lively energy
- Check into hotel
- Dinner will be in the French Quarter
Nov. 3 – French Quarter & Garden District
- Start the day with a walk in the French Quarter
- Sip coffee and savor beignets at the iconic Café Du Monde
- Hop on a historic streetcar to the Garden District for a photo walk
- Lunch will be in the Garden District
Reference: Historic Garden District Homes - Capture the beauty of Greek Revival mansions, antebellum treasures, and ancient oak trees lining the streets
- Visit the Gothic cemetery with its above-ground tombs, famously featured in films and TV shows
- Dinner will be in the French Quarter
- Explore Frenchmen Street, renowned for live music, art, shopping, and incredible photo opportunities
Reference: Frenchmen Street Guide
Nov. 4: Journey to Morgan City & Bayou Adventure
- After breakfast, check out and depart for Morgan City
- Check into your hotel
- Head to the Marina and meet Captain Billy, a Cajun local guide
- Embark on an afternoon boat trip through the bayou, photographing wildlife such as alligators, bald eagles, and other bird species, as well as the iconic cypress trees and grasslands
- Dinner in Morgan City
Nov. 5: Morning Bayou Exploration & Evening Celebration
- Take off from the marina for an early sunrise boat trip, capturing the bayou in its best light.
- Post-production class after the tour
- Enjoy a catered Southern Low Country Shrimp Boil
- Live music from local artists will provide the perfect Cajun vibe to end the day.
Nov. 6: Another Day on the Boat
- Spend a morning exploring the bayou by boat, revisiting favorite spots, and discovering new areas to photograph.
Nov. 7: Departure day
- Depart Morgan City and head back to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport for your flight home.
What’s included:
- In-field instruction throughout the entire workshop
- Post-production time using Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop
- Image reviews and critiques, as requested
- All local vehicle transportation and tour boat transportation with our local guide
- Local Cajun guide and boat captain, born and raised in the bayou
What’s not included:
- Flight and baggage to and from New Orleans
- Lodging
- Meals
- Tips to our local guide and Cajun musicians
- Trip insurance, which is recommended for any Hunt’s Photo Adventure
Skill Sets: All Levels of Photographers are Welcome
Physical Activity: Low to Mild, mostly just walking
In this workshop we will cover:
- Tracking Focus
- Exposure
- Composition
- Metering
- Use of Lenses
- Subject Development
- Creative Thinking
- Shooting in Low Light
Recommended gear:
Camera(s), plenty of memory cards and camera batteries
Wide angle, standard, and telephoto lenses (If you are looking for a lens to rent, you can rent it from us at rentals.huntsphoto.com!)
Tripod and/or monopod
Polarizers and Neutral Density filters
Sunscreen, bug repellent
Travel information to MSY
Arrive by Nov. 2nd before 11:00 am. At 11:00 am on Nov. 2nd there will be a group pick-up at Louis Armstrong Int’l Airport (MSY). You will be returned to MSY by 1:00 pm on Nov. 7th for your flight home. If these dates and/or times do not work for you, consider coming in a day earlier or staying a day later.
Hotel information
Lodging is not included in the cost of this Adventure. Hotel reservations have been secured for the group in New Orleans and Morgan City, LA. This essential information will be shared during the registration process once full payment for the workshop has been completed. After that, please contact the hotels directly and provide them with your name and credit card details to finalize your room reservation.
About Weather
November brings comfortable temperatures in Louisiana, with lows in the 50’s and highs in the mid-70s, ideal for exploring and photographing outdoors.
Participants should use ONE (1) soft-sided rolling duffle for luggage and ONE (1) camera case. Pack conservatively as the portage room is limited.
Payments
A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required upon registration to secure a spot. The remaining balance is due 60 days before the start of the workshop. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for any Hunt’s Photo Adventure in case you need to cancel.
*All images on this page courtesy Joe O’Connell, Harper’s Ferry, WV
