Testimonials

I attended Irene’s workshop at the Chincoteague Wildlife Reserve in the Spring of 2022. She was an outstanding guide. She knows the wildlife and their behaviors, which helped us to maximize our experience. She had access to areas of the island that were not open to the public. She worked with each participant individually, teaching composition and camera settings. She does not take her own photos during the workshop, ensuring that her attention was solely on the workshop participants. She had … Read more

Chincoteague Photo Workshop, May 2202

The Johns Hopkins U. class, “Photographer’s Eye,” used St. Michaels as the source of subjects to improve my “eye” for composition and photography skills. The lectures and field exercises gave me new perspectives on how to take better photos. Irene’s wealth of knowledge and experience helped me to improve composition, be more sensitive to light, and see in a new way. The small class size was a plus. I enjoyed the perspectives of my classmates and more hands-on instruction. … Read more

Edward Bouwer, Ph.D. , Chair, Department of Geography and Environmental Engineering, Johns Hopkins University

On behalf of the entire Gaithersburg Camera Club, I would like to express our sincere appreciation for an outstanding presentation on “A Passion for Wildlife Photography, the Stories Behind the Images“ which you made last evening. Your presentation was extremely well organized. The wildlife images which you shared with us were stunning. It was both helpful and instructive to hear your insights on wildlife photography such as composition, lighting, shooting angles, and suggestions on lenses… Read more

Mel Sessa, Gaithersburg Camera Club

Outer Banks Fall 2023 Photo Workshop

I found the days there the most educational and informative workshop environment of my career. The leadership was strong and the venues for shoots were super. Our host was so knowledgeable and helpful. But she would advise and answer questions and then allow us to do our own studies and testing and experimentation. It was just perfect for how I learn and what I needed. Help, but no backseat driving.

Lastly, I may have just gotten lucky, but my five fellows… Read more

Outer Banks Photo Workshop Fall 2023

Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge

In Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge: An Ecological Treasure, Irene Hinke-Sacilotto was able to do a nearly impossible task-that of capturing on film the pure natural beauty of Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge. Irene’s photographs portray the refuge in all its moods, from the tranquility of a pristine coastline to the magnificence of our nation’s wild creatures.

John D. Schroer, Former Refuge Manager
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge

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