Upcoming Photo Workshops
I am a pioneer in the field of photo workshops and tours, offering programs since 1979. Each is carefully crafted and well planned. By limiting the number of participants per program (primarily 3-8), I am able to offer personalized instruction.
Workshops are short and last from 1 to 3 days, often offered over a weekend. Photo sessions in the field are followed by image editing and critiques. My preparation for each workshop includes scouting out the photo opportunities at each location.
Photo Tours on the other hand, last from one to three weeks. They are custom designed and cover multiple locations. Sites are chosen for their natural beauty and relatively accessible wildlife. These can include wildlife refuges, eco-friendly ranches, private wildlife sanctuaries, and state and national parks. As per weekend programs, each location is carefully scouted. For international programs, an English speaking local guide accompanies the group. Past tours have included South Florida, South Dakota, NWT, Bryce/Zion/Arces Yellowstone NP, Glacier NP, Iceland, Argentina, Chile, Newfoundland, and the Falkland Islands.
Nature photography is the focus of the majority of programs with attention paid to composition, lighting, exposure, perspective, creativity, and attracting, locating, and photographing wildlife.
Wildlife photography
Tangier Island Photo Workshop – Spring 2024
Tangier Island, VA Tangier Island, Tangier Island, VA, United States Tangier Island, VA Photo Workshop Chesapeake Bay Waterman Community and Wildlife with Irene Hinke-Sacilotto 3-5 May & 10-12 May 2024 6 participant limit/workshop Crab workboat This Tangier Island Photo Workshop features photography of a unique waterman community and local wildlife. Just south of the Maryland line, in the middle of...
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Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Fall 2024
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, VA 8231 Beach Road P.O. Box 62 23336-0062, Chincoteague, VA, VA, United StatesChincoteague NWR Photo Workshop Fall 2024 With Irene Hinke-Sacilotto 22 - 24 November 2024 Price: $715 Sanderlings feeding at sunrise. Red-bellied Woodpecker on trunk Tundra Swans nipping. Chincoteague NWR Photo Workshop Fall 2024 Chincoteague NWR is located on the southern Virginia end of the barrier island of Assateague. The refuge...
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Outer Banks North Carolina Fall 2024
Outer Banks NC , United StatesOuter Banks North Carolina Fall 2024 Photo Workshop with Irene Hinke-Sacilotto 5 Dec - 8 Dec 2024 Price $998 This Outer Banks Photo Workshop offers a variety of photographic opportunities —lighthouses, miles of pristine beaches, sand dunes, small boat harbors, historic sites, fishing piers, wildlife reserves, and parks. Over...
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