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Outer Banks: Shape, Space, Intention
At a Glance
Location
North Carolina, USA
Tuition
$3,995
Dates
March 19 – 22, 2026
Fitness Level
Availability
Limited to 8 Guests
Collections
- Learning Lab
- Short Escape
- Signature Collection
- US National Parks and Wilderness
Outer Banks: Shape, Space, Intention Photography Workshop
Embrace the art of composition in one of America’s most quietly beautiful landscapes
March 19 – 22, 2026
- Build stronger images through real-world composition practice
- Learn to see and frame compelling scenes in subtle landscapes
- Refine your eye for textures, patterns, and intimate details
The Outer Banks and Cape Hatteras National Seashore of North Carolina are subtle and ever changing—perfect for pushing your creativity and vision.
This workshop is a compositional workout where you’ll stretch, strengthen and sharpen your photographic eye through theory and hands-on practice. This workshop isn’t about chasing iconic shots. It’s about making your own.
Under the guidance of our pro, you’ll explore the core compositional principles—balance, space, movement and visual harmony—and apply them to everything from wide-angle landscapes to close up studies of shape, texture and light.
Classroom sessions will build your foundation, daily field trips will give you the time to put theory into practice. Back at our hotel, image reviews will give you honest, practical feedback to track your progress and challenge your instincts.
Whether you’re looking to break out of a creative rut or just refine your skills, this workshop will give you a full compositional reset and the tools to make stronger, more intentional images from scenes that don’t scream for attention.
Your Pros
Itinerary
This itinerary is subject to change due to weather, local conditions, and other factors.
March 19, 2026: Sunset at Bodie Island Lighthouse, Group Dinner, Composition Presentation
Morning and early afternoon airport pickups will be available for those who need them.
We will meet at 4:00 PM in the hotel lobby in Nags Head for a short meet-and-greet before making a short drive to the Bodie Island Lighthouse. Here we will introduce some basic compositional principles, put them into practice, and photograph sunset and twilight at the lighthouse. After our group dinner, we will do an optional night-photography shoot or a composition presentation at the hotel, depending on the weather.
March 20, 2026: Sunrise at Avon Pier, Landscapes on Hatteras Island, Sunset at Salvo
Early morning drive to the town of Avon, where we will use the old fishing pier for lessons on leading lines and abstract shapes. This will be followed by searching for abstract images in the sand dunes on Hatteras Island. We will meet for image reviews in the afternoon. In the late afternoon, we will make intimate landscape images in the gnarled live oak grove and photograph sunset over the Pamlico Sound at Salvo. Optional night shoot or composition presentation, depending on the weather.
March 21, 2026: Oregon Inlet Dunes, Wildlife Photography at Pea Island, Sunset South of Cape Point
Our morning begins with sunrise at the dunes at Oregon Inlet, where the light and wind sculpt the sand into complex textures and foreground patterns. Later, we will photograph snow geese and tundra swans at Pea Island National Wildlife Refuge and the Currituck Lighthouse. We will meet for image reviews in the afternoon, where we will measure our compositional progress. Sunset at Cape Point.
March 22, 2026: Final Sunrise at Bodie Island Lighthouse, Last Image Review, Departure
Our final sunrise is at the Bodie Island Lighthouse or Kitty Hawk Pier. Breakfast is followed by our final image review and departures. Flights home can be scheduled after 3:00 PM.
Fitness
Moderate: Walking for several miles per day on sandy, uneven surfaces.
Flights
Arrive at Norfolk International Airport (ORF), Norfolk, Virginia before 12:00 PM on March 19, 2026. Flights out can be made after 3:00 PM on March 22, 2026. 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 $500 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 2 pros.
- Image reviews and post-processing instruction.
- Adventure, fun, inspiration, and a great time!
Not Included
- Travel to and from Norfolk, Virginia.
- 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.
- Medical Evacuation Insurance (required).
- Travel Medical (required).
- Travel Medical and Trip Cancellation Insurance (optional, but recommended).
- Anything else specifically not listed as included.
- Single rooming available for $500 supplement.
Payment Terms
Frequently Asked Questions
You'll explore core compositional principles like balance, space, movement, and visual harmony. You'll practice applying these to wide-angle landscapes and close-up studies of shape, texture, and light.
Yes, this workshop is refundable. Cancellations made more than 150 days before the start date receive a full refund. Between 150 and 91 days, you'll receive a refund of payments exceeding 50% of tuition, and between 90 and 61 days, a refund of payments exceeding 75% of tuition. No refunds are available within 60 days, but if we fill your space, you'll receive a 100% refund of payments made. All refunds are issued by the same payment method and are subject to a 5% administrative processing fee.
The workshop has a maximum capacity of 6 participants, ensuring personalized attention and guidance from the instructor.
A moderate fitness level is needed, as you'll be walking several miles per day on flat, sandy, uneven surfaces. There are no hills or inclines.
Bring a range of lenses, including wide-angle lenses from 14–35mm for landscapes, 24-105 mm and 70-200 mm, and a sturdy tripod for stability during low-light and night photography.
Yes, all meals, soft drinks, and snacks are included during the workshop. However, alcoholic beverages and any meals before or after the workshop dates are not included.
Travel medical and trip cancellation insurance is optional but recommended to protect your investment and ensure peace of mind during your travels.
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