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At a Glance
Location
Caddo Lake State Park, Texas
Tuition
$6,995
Dates
November 8 – 12, 2027
Fitness Level
Availability
Limited to 5 Guests
Collections
- Short Escape
- US National Parks and Wilderness
Caddo Lake Photography Workshop
Landscape Photography in the Heart of the Bayou
November 8 – 12, 2027
- Cypress trees draped in moss cast eerie reflections on the water
- Shoot from flat-bottomed boats for an intimate view of flora and fauna
- Lots of golden-hour shooting, and our signature image review sessions
At dawn, a quiet settles over Caddo Lake, and mist drifts between towering cypress trees draped in silver Spanish moss. Their roots rise from still, tea-colored water, glowing red and orange in autumn light. Egrets lift from hidden channels, wood ducks ripple the reflections, and the quiet hum of the bayou seems to suspend time. This is one of the world’s largest flooded cypress forests, a place that feels timeless and perfect for photographers drawn to mood, texture, and atmosphere.
We’ll explore this extraordinary wetland from shallow-bottom boats, gliding through narrow waterways and open groves. The slow pace allows time to study changing light and find strong compositions among trunks, reflections, and layers of fog. You’ll learn how to work with low contrast and subtle color, as well as how to use focal length and perspective to turn this complex environment into clean, compelling images.
Your instructors will be beside you each day at sunrise and sunset, helping refine camera settings for fog and reflections, manage exposure in backlit conditions, and anticipate fleeting moments when light cuts through the haze. When not on the water, we’ll review images and work in Lightroom, focusing on color balance, subtle tonal control, and preserving atmosphere in the final edit.
You’ll leave with a portfolio that captures the mysterious beauty of Caddo Lake, along with sharper technical control, stronger composition skills, and a renewed sensitivity to mood and light in your photography.
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Itinerary
This itinerary is subject to change due to weather, local conditions, and other factors.
November 8, 2027: Airport Greeting and Sunset Photography
Arrive at the airport in Shreveport, Louisiana, no later than 11:00 AM. We will meet you there and then transport you to our hotel in nearby Marshall, Texas. After a quick orientation, we will head out onto the water for our first afternoon and sunset shooting session!
November 9–12, 2027: Misty Cypress Morning Shoots, Wildlife Encounters, Golden Afternoon Light
We will spend every sunrise on the water shooting the mysterious cypress trees as they appear from the mist. Always have a long lens at the ready because wildlife sightings are frequent, and you won’t want to miss a shot! In the afternoons, you can count on us hitting the water again to take advantage of the dramatic light as it streams through the trees and turns the Spanish moss to gold. We’ll have our signature image reviews in the evenings and during other downtimes. During one of these days, we will also have a very long post-processing and feedback session.
November 12, 2027: Final Sunrise Cypress Quest, Checkout, Return to Shreveport
On our final day, we will have our last sunrise session on the water, where we will hunt for stunning and colorful cypress trees. After breakfast and checkout we will return to Shreveport in time for flights departing after 2:00 PM.
Fitness
Easy: You must be able to get in and out of small boats for our shooting sessions, which can be a few hours in length.
Flights
Arrive at Shreveport Regional Airport (SHV), Shreveport, Louisiana before 11:00 AM on November 8, 2027. Flights out can be made after 2:00 PM on November 12, 2027. Air travel delays are common. Please arrive early, possibly even the day prior, so you don’t miss any of the workshop.
What to Bring
Please see our page How To Prepare For Your Workshop. We will send you a detailed information document 90 days before your workshop. This document will include specifics of where and when to meet, gear and clothing recommendations, and more.
What’s Included
- Double occupancy lodging. Single available for $560 supplement.
- All meals, soft drinks, and snacks during the workshop.
- All permits and park fees.
- Tips for crew, drivers, and local guides.
- Photographic guiding and instruction from Talor Stone.
- Image reviews and post-processing instruction.
- Adventure, fun, inspiration, and a great time!
Not Included
- Travel to and from Shreveport, Louisiana.
- Unscheduled airport transfers.
- Passport and visa fees (if applicable).
- Any meals or accommodations before or after the workshop dates.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Alcoholic Beverages.
- Travel Medical and Trip Cancellation Insurance (optional, but recommended).
- Anything else specifically not listed as included.
- Single rooming available for $560 supplement.
Payment Terms
- Your deposit of $3,995 will hold your space in this workshop.
- The balance is due not later than July 1, 2027.
- All of our standard Terms and Conditions apply.
- Need special payment arrangements? No problem, just ask us.
Frequently Asked Questions
fitness level required is easy, but you must be able to get in and out of a pontoon boat for shooting sessions that can last a few hours. Please note, there is no bathroom on the boat.
Yes, this workshop is refundable. Cancellations made more than 150 days before the start date receive a full refund. Between 150–91 days, you'll receive a refund of payments exceeding 50% of tuition, and between 90–61 days, a refund of payments exceeding 75% of tuition. No refunds are available within 60 days unless we fill your space, in which case you'll receive a 100% refund. All refunds are issued by the same payment method and are subject to a 5% administrative processing fee.
The maximum group size for the Caddo Lake workshop is 5 participants, ensuring personalized attention and instruction from the professional photographer.
Bring a range of lenses, including a long lens for wildlife and a wide-angle lens (14–35mm) for landscapes. A tripod is essential for stability during low-light conditions, and a polarizing filter can help manage reflections on the water.
The fitness level required is easy, but you must be able to get in and out of a pontoon boat for shooting sessions that can last a few hours. Please note, there is no bathroom on the boat.
Yes, all meals, soft drinks, and snacks during the workshop are included. However, any meals before or after the workshop dates are not covered.
Plan to arrive at Shreveport Regional Airport before 11:00 AM on November 8, 2027, and book flights departing after 2:00 PM on November 12, 2027. It's recommended to arrive a day early to avoid missing any part of the workshop due to travel delays.
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