New Mexico Private Photo Workshop

Popular Workshop Destinations

Before your workshop, we'll discuss your interests and goals to determine the best location and time of year for your visit. New Mexico is the fifth-largest state in the country, and many photography destinations are separated by several hours of driving. Rather than spending too much of our time on the road, I typically recommend focusing on a specific region so we can maximize time in the field and create the best possible experience.

Northern New Mexico

Mountain Landscapes • Culture • History • Fall Colors

Northern New Mexico offers some of the state's most dramatic and diverse scenery. From the rugged peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains to the unique landscapes of the Bisti Badlands, White Mesa, and Valles Caldera the region is a photographer's paradise.

Popular destinations include:

• Santa Fe

• Albuqueruqe

• Taos

• Sangre de Cristo Mountains

• Jemez Mountains

• Valles Caldera

• Los Alamos

• Bisti Badlands

• White Mesa

This region is particularly popular for landscape photography, fall colors, historic architecture, cultural experiences, and cooler mountain environments.

Southern New Mexico

Deserts • Wildlife • Dark Skies • Adventure

Southern New Mexico offers a completely different experience, with vast desert landscapes, diverse cacti, remote wilderness areas, and some of the darkest skies in the United States.

Popular destinations include:

• White Sands National Park

• Gila National Forest

• The City of Rocks

• The Catwalk Recreation Area

• Silver City

• Historic mining towns

• Carlsbad Caverns

• Remote desert and mountain landscapes

Southern New Mexico is ideal for photographers interested in desert scenery, birds & wildlife, astrophotography, dramatic monsoon storms, and exploring places far from the crowds.

Seasonal Photography Opportunities

New Mexico changes dramatically throughout the year, and timing can be just as important as location.

Spring

• Desert wildflowers

• Blooming cacti

• Migratory birds

• Mild temperatures

Summer

• Milky Way season

• Monsoon storms

• Lightning photography

• Mountain wildflowers

• Birds

Fall

• Aspen color in the mountains

• Elk rut

• Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta

• Cooler temperatures

• Excellent landscape photography

• Fall bird migration

Winter

• Cooler desert temps, perfect for landscape

• Winter birds (cranes, water fowl, raptors)

• Clear night skies

• Dramatic seasonal landscapes

Frequently Asked Questions

How much photography experience do I need?

These workshops are customized for all skill levels, from complete beginners to experienced photographers.

Do you provide transportation?

Yes, I can drive for the workshop, unless you’re driving in or just want to rent your own car an follow. It’s up to you.

What camera equipment should I bring?

Any camera is welcome. Prior to the workshop, I'll provide recommendations based on your interests and the locations we'll be visiting.

Can you help with editing and post-processing?

Absolutely. Depending on the workshop, we can spend time reviewing images and discussing editing techniques and workflow. It’s personally one of my favorite things.

When is the best time to visit?

There isn't a single "best" season. The ideal time depends on what you'd like to photograph, and I'm happy to help plan around your goals.