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
Life in the Chesapeake Bay – Tangier Island, a Visual Journey
Life in the Chesapeake Bay - Tangier Island, a Visual Journey 1.5 hour presentation Just south of the Maryland line, in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay, lies Tangier Island, VA. It is actually a series of small islands connected by narrow wooden bridges spanning marshes and tidal creeks. From...
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Bosque Wildlife New Mexico Photo Workshop
Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, NM 1001 Highway 1, San Antonio, NM, United States"Bosque Wildlife" Photo Workshop November 26-November 30, 2018 with trip leaders – Sandy Zelasko & Irene Hinke-Sacilotto Workshop Co-Sponsors: Osprey Photo Workshops & Tours AND Sandra Lee Photography INTRODUCTION Situated along the Rio Grande River, Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge covers more than 57,000 acres and is a major...
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Chincoteague Photo Workshop December 2018
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, VA 8231 Beach Road P.O. Box 62 23336-0062, Chincoteague, VA, VA, United StatesChincoteague National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), Assateague Island, & the Town of Chincoteague Because of the small class size, this Chincoteague Photo Workshop is the perfect blend of one-on-one assistance in the field, instructional PowerPoint presentations, and image critiques. Chincoteague NWR is located on the southern Virginia end of the barrier island of...
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Assateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop
Assateague Island National Seashore Assateague Island National Seashore, MD, United StatesAssateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop Led by Irene Hinke-Sacilotto and sponsored by the Assateague Island Alliance. 26-28 April 2019 Cedar Waxwing feeding on berry on Assateague Island This Assateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop is designed for those with a basic knowledge of the operation of a 35 mm SLR digital...
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2019 Tangier Island Photo Workshop
Tangier Island, VA Tangier Island, Tangier Island, VA, United StatesTangier Island Photo Workshop Waterman Community and Wildlife 3-5 May 2109 (1st session) 10-12 May 2019 (2nd session) Recently added - September 20-22, 2019 program (see separate listing) Buy Boat at Tangier Island 2019 Tangier Island Photo Workshop features photography of a unique waterman community and local wildlife. Just south of the...
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Tangier Island Photo Workshop
Tangier Island, VA Tangier Island, Tangier Island, VA, United States Tangier Island Photo Workshop Waterman Community and Wildlife 8-10 May 2020 Buy Boat at Tangier Island This Tangier Island Photo Workshop (May 2020) features photography of a unique waterman community and local wildlife. Just south of the Maryland line, in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay, lays Tangier Island, VA. Covering approximately...
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Assateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop
Assateague Island National Seashore Assateague Island National Seashore, MD, United StatesAssateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop Led by Irene Hinke-Sacilotto and sponsored by the Assateague Island Alliance 22-24 April 2022 Flock of shorebirds on beach at sunrise. This Assateague Island National Seashore Photo Workshop is designed for those with a basic knowledge of the operation of a 35 mm SLR digital camera...
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Chincoteague November Photo Workshop 2021
Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, VA 8231 Beach Road P.O. Box 62 23336-0062, Chincoteague, VA, VA, United StatesChincoteague November Photo Workshop 2021 12-14 November, 2021 (Full, wait list only) 19-21 November, 2021 (Full, wait list only) See new event posting - Spring Program coming - 20-22 May 2022 Female Belted Kingfisher landing on post. Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge (NWR), Assateague Island, & the Town of Chincoteague...
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Tangier Island Photo Workshop 2022
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 13-15 May 2022 6 participant limit/workshop Buy Boat at Tangier Island This Tangier Island Photo Workshop (May 2022) features photography of a unique waterman community and local wildlife. Just south of the Maryland line, in the middle...
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Outer Banks, North Carolina Photo Workshop
Outer Banks NC , United StatesOuter Banks North Carolina Photo Workshop (6-9 Dec 2022) 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 the ocean, along the shoreline, and in the marshes, waterways, and...
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