Camera Equipment to Bring: Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Lenses. For this workshop, an ultra wide lens is the most important. But bring all the following lenses (or equivalent) to take advantage of the wide variety of scenes you will experience: Ultra-wide lens, such as a 14-24mm or 16-35mm (full-frame equivalent) Midrange, 24-70mm Short telephoto, […]
Typically, summer in Lone Pine is very hot, with day time temperatures in the 90-100 range, and nighttime temperatures in the 60s – 80s. But due to variable conditions, I recommend bringing multiple layers of non-cotton clothing, like Merino wool, fleece, or synthetic fibers. Specifically you should bring:u00a0 A jacket and pants A windproof rain […]
Day 1 Arrive at The Mount Whitney Gallery at 12:45 pm. 1 – 4 pm: Grand landscape photography classroom session. 4 – 6 pm: break / early dinner. 6 – 8:30 pm: sunset photography excursion. Location TBD. Day 2 5:30 – 7 am: sunrise photography excursion. Location TBD. 7 – 10 am: break for breakfast. […]
Have you ever looked at photos on Instagram or in Outdoor Photographer Magazine and you were totally blown away, but at the same time you were totally frustrated because your photos didn’t look like those photos?? I felt that feeling A LOT when I was first learning and it left me confused, but inspired. I […]
Day 1 Arrive at The Mount Whitney Gallery at 12:45 pm. 1 – 4 pm: Grand landscape photography classroom session. 4 – 6 pm: break / early dinner. 6 – 8:30 pm: sunset photography excursion. Location TBD. Day 2 5 – 6:30 am: sunrise photography excursion. Location TBD. 6:30 – 10 am: break for […]
Getting to the class This photography workshop meets in Lone Pine, California, 3-4 hours north of Los Angeles, 4 hours west of Las Vegas, or 1 hour south of Bishop. The class location is: The Mount Whitney Gallery126 N Main StreetLone Pine, CA 93545 Transportation during the class You are responsible for your own transportation […]
Cancellation and Refund Policy Payments are refundable up to two weeks before the workshop, less a $100 administrative fee. If we cancel this workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, we will refund your tuition or transfer it to another class. Weather Policy In summer there is a strong possibility of thunderstorms, which can lead to dramatic […]
Acknowledgement of Risks Please download and sign this form, and bring it with you to the initial meeting. You can also email us a digital signed copy. Image Use During this workshop we may take behind the scenes photos and videos of the participants. These photos are used to share among the group, as well as […]
Have you ever looked at photos on Instagram or in Outdoor Photographer Magazine and you were totally blown away, but at the same time you were totally frustrated because your photos didn’t look like those photos?? I felt that feeling A LOT when I was first learning and it left me confused, but inspired. I […]
SKILL LEVEL This class is aimed at beginner and intermediate photographers. Specifically, it’s for anyone who wants to learn what goes into creating striking grand landscape photos. Beginning Learning Goals: Learn to identify the 4 qualities a location needs in order to work as a Grand Landscape. Choosing the right lens for a Grand Landscape […]
Know how to quickly adjust your aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Even if you aren’t fully comfortable with understanding these settings, know how to change them. Be able to turn on your 2/5/10 sec timer, and change your shooting mode from single shot to timer and back. Be able to turn exposure bracketing on and […]
This is a low-physicality workshop, with 5-10 minute gentle walks to reach our shooting locations. That being said, there may be some short descents and climbs, the ground is soft and uneven in places, and there may be some rocks to walk over or step up onto. Requirements: Carry your own equipment to and from […]
Camera Equipment to Bring: Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Lenses. For this workshop, an ultra wide lens is the most important. But bring all the following lenses (or equivalent) to take advantage of the wide variety of scenes you will experience: Ultra-wide lens, such as a 14-24mm or 16-35mm (full-frame equivalent) Midrange, 24-70mm Short telephoto, […]
Typically, summer in Lone Pine is very hot, with day time temperatures in the 90-100 range, and nighttime temperatures in the 60s – 80s. But due to variable conditions, I recommend bringing multiple layers of non-cotton clothing, like Merino wool, fleece, or synthetic fibers. Specifically you should bring: A jacket and pants A windproof rain […]
Camera Equipment to Bring: Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Lenses. I highly recommend you have a wide, fast lens for photographing the Milky Way. But bring all the following lenses (or equivalent) to take advantage of the wide variety of scenes you will experience: Ultra-wide, fast lens, such as a 14-24mm f/2.8 or 16-35mm f/2.8 […]
Typically Lone Pine in July is very hot, with day time temperatures in the 90-100 range, and nighttime temperatures in the 60s – 80s. But due to variable conditions, I recommend bringing multiple layers of non-cotton clothing, like Merino wool, fleece, or synthetic fibers. Specifically you should bring: A jacket and pants A windproof rain […]
Day 1 Arrive at The Mount Whitney Gallery at 2:45 pm. 3 – 6 pm: Classroom sessions on beginner night sky photography, camera settings, and Milky Way planning using PhotoPills. Evening / sunset: Dinner break + optional sunset shoot. (Sunset is around 8:10 pm). 10 pm – 2 am (approx): Milky Way and astro photography shoot. Day […]
Getting to the class This Milky Way photography workshop meets in Lone Pine, California, 3-4 hours north of Los Angeles, 4 hours west of Las Vegas, or 1 hour south of Bishop. The class location is: The Mount Whitney Gallery126 N Main StreetLone Pine, CA 93545 Transportation during the class You are responsible for your […]
Cancellation and Refund Policy Payments are refundable up to two weeks before the workshop, less a $100 administrative fee. If we cancel this workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, we will refund your tuition or transfer it to another class. Weather Policy We make no guarantees regarding clouds, clear skies, rain, sun, or Milky Way visibility. […]
Acknowledgement of Risks Please download and sign this form, and bring it with you to the initial meeting. You can also email us a digital signed copy. Image Use During this workshop we may take behind the scenes photos and videos of the participants. These photos are used to share among the group, as well as […]
Joshua Cripps is a renowned landscape photographer who has garnered worldwide acclaim for his breathtaking images of our planet’s wild places. His photos have been published by the likes of National Geographic, NASA, CNN, BBC, and Nikon Global.
The Mount Whitney Gallery was founded in 2023 by Joshua Cripps as a way to share his passion stunning landscapes of the Sierra Nevada and beyond.
Set at the foot of the breathtaking Sierra with a view of the range’s highest peaks, the gallery features large format, museum-caliber fine art prints of Josh’s signature photographs.
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