Grounds For Sculpture Photo Trek
Nestled in the heart of central New Jersey lies Grounds For Sculpture, a magical place where art and nature are always at play. At its core are more than 270 sculptures by renowned and emerging contemporary artists, each thoughtfully positioned on meticulously landscaped parkland full of thousands of exotic trees and flowers. Many are life-size, and so realistic looking that you will swear they are real people! Others are massive and fantastic to explore photographically. It is a feast for the senses! A highlight in the summer are the giant lotus flowers, and the critters that make their homes among them.
Grounds For Sculpture is the perfect place to learn how to utilize every lens in your bag, creating grand landscapes and intimate close ups. Instruction will be given on how to look for and use the light to best capture the scene. There will a strong emphasis on how to create more compelling images with your lens choice and by varying your aperture, as well as a strong emphasis on creative composition and more!
This trek is perfect for beginners and more advanced enthusiasts. Join us for a fun day of photography. No special gear needed, although polarizing filters and lens hoods are highly recommended. More details on gear will be sent prior to the workshop. Additionally, there will be a pre-trek class via Zoom, where we go through what to expect, camera settings, a ton of images with tons of tips!
Group size is kept small so there will be plenty of opportunity for personalized attention. A minimum number of participants is needed to run this event. Early registration is highly recommended!
The cost of the workshop DOES include entrance fee-if you register by 6/23/23 at 9pm. Timed tickets are required and must be purchased in advance. In order to get the group in together, I need my head count early. If the event is not sold out and you register after 6/23, you may not be able to get tickets at the same entrance time.
Grounds For Sculpture is located at 80 Sculptors Way, Hamilton, NJ
Updated Terms & Conditions – Valerie A Hoffman Photography (March 2023)
As we live in our new ‘normal’, the following updated policies are being put in place to protect the health and wellbeing of all workshop attendees, as well as those who we will come in contact with during events.
That being said, here is what you need to know and comply with:
- Anyone who is sick with COVID like symptoms or has a fever over 100 degrees must not attend the event. Amount paid may be put towards a future workshop, or can be refunded in full if notice is given in advance. Suggest checking your temperature BEFORE leaving home. By registering for an event, you also agree to a touchless temperature check at the initial gathering for any workshop or trek.
- Face Masks are optional unless otherwise specified.
Cancellation Policy:
Two (2) weeks notice is required to receive a full refund. 75% refund of the Trek fee with only one (1) week notice. NO refund will be given if less than one (1) week notice is given for cancellation. Must call to cancel. We reserve the right to cancel the Trek at our discretion. Minimum number of participants is necessary to run event.