Spring Beauty @ Hershey Gardens Photo Trek
Hershey Gardens is one of those “off the radar” places for many photographers, but that’s certainly not for lack of beauty and photographic opportunities. Visiting during many different seasons, there is always a quiet beauty that awaits your wandering.
I absolutely love photographing in the spring, and Hershey offers a ton of gorgeous plantings-including rows and rows of tulips, that are perfect for quite a few hours of photography. The focus of this workshop will been on capturing the delicate beauty of the flowers. This is most easily done with a macro lens, but can certainly be accomplished with other lenses, as well. Hands-on instruction will be given on how to create stunning flower portraits, focusing in on the soft and unique details of each flower.
There will also be plenty of opportunities to make amazing images of larger plantings and scenes as we wander pathways lined with beautiful bushes and trees in bloom. An added bonus will be to spend some time in the butterfly house, capturing the delicate beauty of a variety of these lovely creatures.
Of course, another added bonus is the close proximity to Chocolate World-which for you chocolate lovers, is right across the street! 😁
If you are looking to learn macro photography, or improve your current skill level, then this workshop is for you! This is also for anyone looking for new opportunities to capture beautiful scenes in a very scenic environment. Open to all skill levels. Minimal gear required. We can work with whatever gear you have. A detailed list of suggested gear-such as a sturdy tripod that can go low to the ground, circular polarizers and lens hoods for each lens, and close up accessories if you do not have a macro lens are recommended.
A pre-trek class will be held about a week prior to the workshop via Zoom to go through all the details of the trip, and lots of shooting tips and techniques to get you ready. We will then meet at the gardens by opening time, ready to roll! After the event, there will be an image review, also via Zoom, where we will discuss tips to improve your images. Join us for this unique learning opportunity during the beauty of spring.
Participants kept to a small amount to allow for more one on one instruction. Don’t wait to register! A minimum number of participants is required to run the event.
Workshop will take place during a light rain. If severe weather is forecast, we will reschedule to the following Saturday
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.