Lets get creative
Join us on an epic 3 night light painting adventure through Nevada. We will be shooting at the Nelson Ghost Town, a El Dorado dry lake bed and even on the Vegas Strip. You will learn different light painting techniques and tricks. We will supply the models and light painting tools, we just ask you to bring your creativity.
We will start our lessons before it gets dark, anticipating the blue hr and starry night. We will have different sets ups for each student to create their own scene as they learn to perfect their technique.
The Itinerary
Book your flight
Closest Airport is McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas and we recommend your flight arrives before 12 pm so that you can get your luggage and make your way to Boulder City ( 40mins) By 3pm
Hotels
Recommended Hotel for first 2 nights is Best Western Hoover Dam Address: 704 Nevada Hwy, Boulder City, NV 89005 Phone: (702) 826-4300
The last night we will be near Fremont Street. So any hotel near by or The Strat.
Transportation
Everything is relatively close to each other with Las Vegas to Boulder City being the longest at 40mins. If you are looking to ride share with another student let us know and we can see about accommodating you.
LAS VEGAS CAR RENTAL TIPS: We recommend renting from Enterprise, Budget or Sixt rental companies. Also if you have Costco membership they offer great car rental deals from their website.
Another tip is if you have the time and don’t mind being inconvenienced, use a rental company not at the airport. Yes it will be more of a hassle that will include an extra uber/lyft ride but I have saved a $100 by going to the Enterprise on W.Sahara road that is 12 mins away from the airport.
Meals
We will be eating an early dinner together so we recommend picking up your favorite snacks and drinks for those late night munchies. There are supermarkets in Las Vegas or Boulder city. Here are some grocery store options that are near the airport:
- Smith’s: 8108 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas
- Whole Foods: 6689 Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas
- Albertsons: 1008 Nevada Hwy, Boulder City, NV 89005
Gear Guide
- Digital Camera Body (DSLR or mirrorless is fine, (smartphones are welcome too)
- Wide angle (12-24, 16-35 etc) - great for wide sweeping landscapes and nightscapes
- Medium telephoto (24-70, 24-105) - great for all around photography landscape to portrait to moderate close up and detail shots
- Telephoto - (70mm and beyond) - great for compressing the landscape and tighter compositions
- Sturdy tripod with ballhead & tripod plate
- Extra batteries
- Memory cards
- Wireless Remote shutter release
For Light Painting
- A Headlamp
- Flashlights
- Light painting tools (optional)
- Will send out a DIY tool kit list upon sign up
Additional Items
Image Editing
- A Laptop with Adobe Lightroom CLASSIC. You can download a free trial for 30 days Click here.
- External Hard drive or enough space on your laptop for images taken on the trip
- A small extension cord for your laptop
Clothing
- Base layers/long underwear
- Hat & gloves
- Hand warmers
- Bathing suit ( hotel has a pool)
Payment,
$1450 (on Sale from $1950)
What this includes:
- Professional Light Painting photographer
- In the field instruction on mastering light painting skills
- Light Painting tools to try out
- Models
- Classroom session including Lightroom & Photoshop techniques and image critiques
What is not included
- Airfare to/from Las Vegas
- Transportation to/from hotel
- Hotel accommodation
- Meals
Cancellation Policy
In the event of a cancellation made more than 60 days before the workshop commences, we will refund the deposit, deducting a processing fee of $100. However, for cancellations received within 60 days of the workshop start date, the entire tuition amount will be retained, and no refund will be issued.
Questions?
We're here to help answer any questions you may have and ensure you have an amazing experience. Feel free to reach out to either of us anytime you wish.