Class Summary
April 6 - April 10
- Camera, memory cards, 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
- Cable release
- Eclipse Filters (We will send out a link for purchasing these in advance of the workshop)
Travel information
We recommend flying into Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). We will be making a bulk pickup of attendees at the airport at 12:00 noon. If you choose to arrive early or stay later, you will need to rent a vehicle.
Hotel information
We have secured a hotel in Texas for all attendees. Due to the sensitive nature of this workshop (making sure no one takes our rooms!), we have decided not to disclose the specific hotel we will be using. We will let you know after registering the specific hotel. Please note that our hotel will come to about $250/night for 4 nights.
Workshop Description
In April 2024, North America will be treated with a total solar eclipse, the most spectacular kind of eclipse, where the moon perfectly obscures the sun. The path of total shadow (umbra) across the Earth’s surface is typically 30 to 50 miles wide while the path of partial shadow (penumbra) can reach over 1,000 miles wide. In this case, the eclipse will be visible from Texas to Maine, with greatest chance for visibility in the Southern section of the US.
On this unique, once-in-a-lifetime workshop, we will be discussing and instructing on how to photograph the total solar eclipse, then put our practice to the test by photographing the eclipse from an excellent (currently undisclosed*) location.
In preparation for the workshop, we will make sure you are aware of the proper gear you will need to bring, from filters to cameras and lenses to tripods and more! We will meet online about two weeks prior (TBA) to discuss more of the specifics and give you a “dry run” of the process. We will maximize our time in the field practicing our “eclipse timing” and spend the entire previous day running through the whole setup, including composition, camera settings, when to utilize filters, how to execute bracketing, and more so that you are fully prepared during the eclipse. After the eclipse, we will also have a day for post-processing, which is extremely unique to this type of photography.
For many, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Don’t miss it!
Eclipse Time Schedule (times shown in local time CDT)
Total Duration of Eclipse: 2 hour, 40 minutes, 13 seconds
Duration of full eclipse: 4 minutes, 11 seconds
Partial begins: 12:20:26 pm
Full begins: 1:38:02 pm
Maximum at: 1:40:04 pm
Full ends: 1:42:10 pm
Partial ends: 3:00:39 pm
*We will be viewing the eclipse from Texas. Because eclipse locations can become crowded, we have decided not to disclose our specific location or the hotel we will be using. We will share that information with you upon registration.
What’s included in the workshop: (Sunrise @ 7:00 am, Sunset @ 8 pm)
• Two days of in-field instruction, timing practice and eclipse day instruction
• Airport P/U & return, ground transportation while in the field
• Experienced workshop leaders
• Image Discussion, Post-Processing, and Review Sessions
What’s not included in the workshop:
• Air fare or baggage fees to and from Dallas-Fort Worth
• Lodging- We have secured a hotel in Texas for all attendees. Due to the sensitive nature of this workshop (making sure no one takes our rooms!), we have decided not to disclose the specific hotel we will be using. Please see Hotel Information below.
• Meals
• Any activities outside the tour itinerary
• Travel insurance (absolutely recommended for all travelers)
Skill Sets: All Levels of Photographers are Welcome
Physical Activity: Low
In this workshop we will cover:
Exposure
Composition
Metering
Use of Eclipse Filters
Use of Super-Telephoto Lenses
Subject Development
Use of Eclipse Filters
Image Processing
Image Review
Image Critiquing
Recommended gear:
Camera, memory cards, 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!)
A good, sturdy tripod
Cable release
Solar Filters (Hunt’s Photo carries a significant collection of filters. We recommend waiting to purchase until we have given more information on what specifically to purchase.)
Polarizers and Neutral Density filters if you have them
Travel information
We recommend flying into Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). We will be making a bulk pickup of attendees at the airport at 12:00 noon. If you choose to arrive early or stay later, you will need to rent a vehicle.
Hotel information
We have secured a hotel in Texas for all attendees. Due to the sensitive nature of this workshop (making sure no one takes our rooms!), we have decided not to disclose the specific hotel we will be using. We will let you know after registering the specific hotel. Please note that our hotel will come to about $250/night for 4 nights.
Filters!
Hunt’s Photo stocks a variety of sizes for eclipse filters and glasses. We will send out a link for purchasing these in advance of the workshop. If you are interested in purchasing filters in advance of the workshop, you are also welcome to contact us at classes@huntsphoto.com
Important things to keep in mind:
•Bring clothing suited for a variety of temperatures, from cool mornings to warm afternoons.
•Make sure to bring sunscreen, as you will be out in the sun all day long.
•We will be using SUVs for this workshop.
Payments
A non-refundable reservation fee of $1500 is required upon sign-up to secure a spot. The total cost is $2995. Please note that the reservation fee and payments on this workshop is non-refundable. Please make sure to purchase insurance in case you need to cancel your trip. (You can purchase trip insurance from numerous insurance companies– Allianz, AAA, and more.)
The remaining balance is due 60-days prior to the workshop.
