New Mexico Fall Colors Workshop
October 12–15, 2026
Photograph golden aspens, mountain landscapes, wildlife, and dramatic autumn light in northern New Mexico.
Limited to 6 participants.
New Mexico has some of the most beautiful landscapes in the entire country, and they’re even more magical in the fall! Every October, the mountains of northern New Mexico explode with color. Golden aspens blanket the hillsides while cool days create perfect conditions for landscape photography. We'll spend four days exploring some of my favorite locations around Santa Fe, Chama, Taos, and the surrounding mountains.
What You’ll Learn
We’ll primarily be focused on all things landscape photography oriented, such as:
Exposure and camera settings
Composition and visual design
Working with natural light
Long exposures and timelapses
Filter selection and field techniques
Foregrounds, scene depth, and storytelling
Weather, conditions, and how to read a location
Post-processing workflow
Image review and personalized instruction
From Our Clients“We had a ton of fun and laughs. Brent quickly figured out our personalities and fit right in with our group. It was relaxed and easy, and I wish we would have had another day with him. I look forward to my next chance to spend time with him”.
Dave Cary
Minneapolis
Physical Requirements
High elevation (7,000-11,000 ft)
Easy to moderate walking
Most locations within a short distance of parking
Optional longer hikes available
*If you’re not used to high elevations, you may experience some altitude sickness with symptoms like headaches, nausea, tiredness, dizziness, and confusion. I am very well aware of this and am always looking out for everyone up here, but it’s worth noting so you can monitor how you feel up here.
Weather Expectations
Temperatures may range from 20s in the mornings to 70°F. Participants should be prepared for cold mornings and rapidly changing mountain weather. Layers, comfy hiking clothes, good socks and hiking shoes/boots, and a rain shell are advised. And sunscreen! The UV index is crazy at high elevations.