Photography in “your backyard” …

… has become a common theme in Tom Dwyer’s Nature Photography Tours/workshops. It’s a theme that works well, whether we are literally shooting in our backyards or exploring famous, iconic vistas miles from home. After all, every place is in someone’s “backyard.”

My tours/workshops are designed for digital photographers of all skill levels with individual-focused instruction, generous opportunities in the field, valuable image critiques and lots of interaction with fellow participants. Don’t be surprised if valued friendships begin on one of my tour/workshops.

Each tour/workshop offers a limited number of seats to keep the atmosphere casual and fun while assuring my ability to interact with each participant and focus on what’s most beneficial to each. Emphasis is always on effective technique, skill development, new technology, creativity and the pure enjoyment of the art of nature photography.

In pre-workshop preparation, I’ll seek to understand what you would most like to accomplish during our time together. Upon arrival at the shooting venue, my knowledge of the area, potential subjects and compositions, and the appropriate gear to effectively capture your image, is yours. Throughout the shoot, I’m always available to answer questions and suggest ways to enhance your experience and thus the images you take home.

This approach assures that all participants return home invigorated by the knowledge that whether shooting close to home or in some distant locale, beautiful images will result.

The following nature photo tours/workshops are scheduled for 2012.

I try to keep the information presented on the website as up to date as possible. Still, I always encourage you to check back often. Please DO NOT  finalize your travel plans until tour/workshop dates and your registration are confirmed. To make sure you get the most up-to-date information as quickly as possible, complete the brief “CONTACT ME” form and I’ll keep you up-to-date via e-mail, as planning progresses or any changes occur.

All tour/workshops accommodate photographers of every skill level and are limited to no more than eight participants, to assure that I have time to work with each participant. As you’ll see in the brief descriptions, each offers a variety of photographic opportunities and time to explore techniques, your creativity and the technologies you’re interested in.

Instruction incorporated into each tour/workshop is accomplished in the field, typically on a one-on-one basis, and in image review sessions scheduled each day during non-shooting periods. Occasionally, when the interests of two or more participants converge, we will huddle for group participation.

2012 Tour/Workshop Schedule

While the following schedule information is subject change, all information below has been confirmed. When information is likely to change, or when I’m in the process of confirming additional information, I will note just that. Also, if information is still in flux, the “Register Now” link will be inoperable. You should feel free to call me or drop me an e-mail with any questions you may have.