NEW!  Light and Reflections in Oak Creek Canyon Workshop
October 7-9, 2010
Make this incredibly beautiful canyon your destination for joining me in a spectacular spot which remains one of the most photogenic in The West.  In this amazingly appealing canyon, the mystery and magic of the clear, calm stream are perfect for making exceptional images - October 9, 10 & 11 in North Central Arizona.

Southwest of Flagstaff, and north of Sedona, Arizona, Oak Creek Canyon splits the Mogollon Rim with high, forested cliffs, and a clear flowing perennial stream.  Dropping as much as 2,000 feet in some areas, the Rim provides some of the most far-reaching scenery in Arizona.  Just north of the mid-point of the canyon, West Fork enters.  This major side canyon climbs gently into the Red Rock - Secret Mountain Wilderness with long still pools tucked against the Coconino sandstone cliffs where early morning light reflects surreal images. 

The unpretentious looking canyon quickly presents a unique and deep gorge punctuated with long still pools glistening with perfect reflections of surrounding features.  Vegetation in this spectacular venue ranges from Ponderosa Pines to Big-tooth Maple and Agave. 

Traveling in this wild canyon during Autumn offers abundant seasonal color with very pleasant temperatures and generally storm-free weather. 

Here the natural features challenge the imagination with real and surreal reflections.  The stunning beauty and fanciful quality of this remote realm brings a calm in rugged nature of this vast Southwest landscape.  Space and reality merge here to open visual realms to perception and imagination.

Limited class size allows personal instruction in a vacation atmosphere.  We will consider preparation, subject selection, visualization, composition for expression, special attention to close-up technique and useful equipment.  Available natural light will be emphasized.  We will also study the photographic process from a general naturalist perspective and environmental sensitivity.  Important to the photographic process is a sense of passion and fun.  Participants are encouraged to engage the subject for a personal exploration to reflect their emotional response in each image and enjoy the total experience of field photography.

About the Instructor
As a life-long westerner, Marv Poulson, instructor and naturalist, has photographed extensively throughout the 11 western states during his four decade photographic career. His intimate knowledge of the nature, natural light, western seasons, and locations gives Marv rare photographic instincts. His award-winning images have gained recognition in a variety of local and national publications, with many images held in both private and corporate collections nation-wide. Marv’s affable nature, love for the outdoors and passion for photography translate into easy-going interaction between with every participant and a sincere interest in providing a positive, fun and educational experience for all involved.

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