Dan Walters
Dan Walters has been photographing wildlife for nearly 20 years and is passionate about photographing birds. He can usually be found in the field every day, where he challenges himself to capture their color and variety as well as each bird’s unique behavior. 
Living in Colorado provides Dan with a wide variety of ecosystems to photograph in. From the prairie to the alpine tundra, he has numerous subjects to choose from. Dan has been published in Colorado Outdoors, Colorado Life Magazine, Ranger Rick Jr. Magazine, Bugle Magazine, Impact Publishing, Blue sky Publishing, Smith-SouthWestern, Brown Trout Publishing and many more. Learn more about Dan and his work at www.DanWaltersPhoto.com
​Profile photo: Jacobin Photography
Dan's Field Workshops
WED 5 - 8:00 P.M.
Evening Shorebird Photography at Anastasia State Park
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park (Meet at the Island Beach Shop and Grill, at the end of the Anastasia Park Road)
Ticket Price: $100
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Max No. People: 10
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Led by Dan Walters, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to refine your photography skills while immersing yourself in the natural splendor of the coastal environment. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned photographer, come discover the secrets to capturing stunning images of shorebirds against the backdrop of the setting sun. Don't miss your chance to create lasting memories and master the art of evening shorebird photography at Anastasia State Park.
THUR 5 - 8:00 P.M.
Evening Shorebird Photography at Anastasia State Park
Field Workshop
Meeting Location: Anastasia State Park (Meet at the Island Beach Shop and Grill, at the end of the Anastasia Park Road)
Ticket Price: $100
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Max No. People: 10
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Led by Dan Walters, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to refine your photography skills while immersing yourself in the natural splendor of the coastal environment. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned photographer, come discover the secrets to capturing stunning images of shorebirds against the backdrop of the setting sun. Don't miss your chance to create lasting memories and master the art of evening shorebird photography at Anastasia State Park.
Dan's Seminars & Workshops
WED 10:00 - 11:30 A.M.
PART 1: Your Smartphone is an AWESOME camera!
​Classroom Seminar - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.​
Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels *MUST ATTEND PART 1 TO ATTEND PART 2
Max No People: 12
Description: A smartphone camera is an awesome tool! It’s a $500-1500 camera! Lisa (iPhone) and Dan (Android) will team up to teach you simple but powerful techniques that professional photographers use their smartphones to capture beautiful images. You will learn at LEAST a dozen useful techniques as well as several bad habits to avoid in order to make the most of your phone’s camera. Be proud of the images you capture with the camera that is always with you! We will also introduce you to a few in-camera editing tools and apps that will help you make your photos stand out even more.
WED 4:00 - 6:00 P.M.
PART 2: Your Smartphone is an AWESOME camera!
​Field Workshop​ - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Lighthouse, 100 Red Cox Dr.​
Price: $100
Difficulty Level: *MUST ATTEND PART 1 TO ATTEND PART 2
Required gear: A smartphone (iOS/iPhone or Android phone)
Physical level: Slow-paced walking up to ¼ mile on paved and unpaved surfaces (grass, sand, etc.) that are flat or have a very slight incline. Frequent stopping/standing for photo opportunities.
Max No People: 12
Description: A smartphone camera is an awesome tool! It’s a $500-1500 camera! Lisa (iPhone) and Dan (Android) will team up to teach you simple but powerful techniques that professional photographers use their smartphones to capture beautiful images. You will learn at LEAST a dozen useful techniques as well as several bad habits to avoid in order to make the most of your phone’s camera. Be proud of the images you capture with the camera that is always with you! We will also introduce you to a few in-camera editing tools and apps that will help you make your photos stand out even more.
THUR 10:00 - 11:30 A.M.
PART 1: Photographing Textures, Abstracts & Intentional Camera Movement (ICM)
​Classroom Seminar - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.​
Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels *MUST ATTEND PART 1 TO ATTEND PART 2
Skill level: Advanced Beginner and above
Max No People: 12
Description: This session focuses on three unusual techniques and applications of photography—using abstracts, textures and Intentional Camera Movement (ICM). These types of images can be used alone or layered with your other images to create beautiful art!
THUR 4:00 - 7:00 P.M.
PART 2: Photographing Textures, Abstracts & Intentional Camera Movement (ICM)
​Field Workshop​ - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: St. Augustine Lighthouse, 100 Red Cox Dr.​
Price: $100
Difficulty Level: Advanced Beginner and above *MUST ATTEND PART 1 TO ATTEND PART 2
Physical Level: Slow-paced walking up to ¼ mile on paved and unpaved surfaces (grass, sand, etc.) that are flat or have a very slight incline. Frequent stopping/standing for photo opportunities.
TIP: Consider borrowing from Tamron Booth: 50-400mm, 28-300mm, 35-150mm, or similar
Max No People: 12
Description: This session focuses on three unusual techniques and applications of photography—using abstracts, textures and Intentional Camera Movement (ICM). These types of images can be used alone or layered with your other images to create beautiful art!
Suggested Gear List: Camera, Tripod (optional), 2 lenses (e.g., 24-70, 70-200 and 100-400 or 150-600mm, or similar), NDF filters or polarizer optional
FRI 7:00 - 11:00 A.M.
Photographing Shorebirds on Bird Island at Anastasia State Park
Field Workshop via Boat Tour - Co-leader Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Vilano Beach Fishing Pier, 260 Vilano Rd.
Price: $150
Difficulty Level: All Levels *Must be able to climb ladder to disembark boat to sand and walk distance in sand on Bird Island
Max No. People: 12​
Description: Capture the beauty of Florida's morning shore in our exclusive photography workshop. Join Lisa Langell & Dan Walters for a picturesque morning as we explore the stunning coastline and its captivating surroundings. Whether you're an amateur enthusiast or a seasoned pro, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to hone your photography skills in one of nature's most breathtaking settings. Lisa & Dan will focus on backlight, creative compositions, and being eye level with subjects.
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Suggested Gear list: Bottled Water, Sunscreen/Hat, and TBD.
FRI 5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Cowboy Photography
Field Workshop - Co-leader Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: St. Johns County Equestrian Center, 8200 Smith Rd.
Price: $125
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Max No. People: 12​
Description: Put on your hats, dust off your boots, and load up the camera gear because pard'ner! The Magic of Cowboys will lift your spirits! You'll have a buffet of photo opportunities that are creatively packed into three days of fun. Marvel at the diversity of high quality, unique images you'll come away with of the horses and riders and how much you'll learn along the way: Action, Portraiture & Silhouettes
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Suggested Gear list: TBD
SAT 6:15 - 8:30 A.M
Birds & Beach Photography with an open, creative mind
Field Workshop - Co-leader Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Matanzas Inlet Beach – East Parking Lot, 8690 A1A S
Price: $100
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Physical difficulty: Approximately 1 mile of slow to moderately--paced beach walking, stopping for photo opportunities along the way
Max No. People: 12​
Description: Inspired photography is about creative vision--and obtaining that vision happens when you learn to be hyper aware of the opportunities that surround you. This session will help you train your brain to see the infinite opportunities for beautiful images at a single location! Emphasis on birds, beachscapes, abstracts, silhouettes, composition and more.
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​TIP: Consider borrowing from Tamron Booth: 50-400mm, 28-300mm, 150-500mm, 150-600mm or similar
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Suggested Gear list: Camera, extra cards and batteries, tripod (optional, but recommended), 3 lenses (e.g., 24-70, 70-200 and long lens with ideally 500mm+ reach), NDF filters or polarizer optional. Wear shoes appropriate for beach walking.
SAT 10:00 - 12:00 P.M.
Post Processing tips for wildlife and nature:
SUBMIT YOUR IMAGES!
​Classroom Seminar - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.​
Price: $30
Difficulty Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Max No People: 20
Description: Submit your images for this fun, interactive session! Lisa Langell will give you her take on editing your work and give photographers of all levels ideas on how to apply various subtle, but powerful post-processing techniques to make your images pop!
Registrants may submit images here: https://www.dropbox.com/request/QsMa1EcSf544HFhmOZAV
Submission Deadline: 2 hours ahead of class starting.
SAT 1:00 - 3:00 P.M.
A Better Kind of Image Review:
SUBMIT YOUR IMAGES!
​Classroom Seminar - Co-Leader, Lisa Langell
Meeting Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A S.​
Price: $30
Difficulty Level: All Levels
Max No People: 30
Description: Image reviews and critiques delivered often have a bad reputation for being harsh, overly critical, and even disrespectful. Additionally, Lisa & Dan know that it's impossible to learn how to improve your work if your image is critiqued without helping you know what you did right, what techniques could be introduced or modified, and how to apply them in the future. Lisa & Dan offer a Better Kind of Image Review—They take a sincere, positive and helpful approach -- one that helps you understand what works, what can be improved, and what you can do before you take the next shot to get greater impact with your photography.
You will submit up to two images. Your name will remain anonymous for the audience.
https://www.dropbox.com/request/RtMjcn52wopKbJHwUjUY
Submission Deadline: 2 hours ahead of class starting.
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