Wild Winter Coast
Brookings, Oregon
[DATES] | 5 Days / 4 Nights | Only 8 Spots
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Join me for an unforgettable winter photography workshop on the wild southern Oregon coast! Based in Brookings, we'll photograph towering sea stacks, hidden coves, natural arches, crashing storm waves and misty old-growth redwoods.
Winter is when this coast is at its most dramatic: storm swells, moody skies, empty beaches, and low tides that fall in the afternoon, right when the light is best. We stay in the same hotel all four nights, and every location is within an hour's drive.
Workshop Highlights
- Photograph the Samuel H. Boardman Scenic Corridor: Secret Beach, Natural Bridges, Arch Rock, Whaleshead Beach and Indian Sands.
- A sunrise and a sunset every day, each at a different location.
- Foggy light beams in the giant redwoods of Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park.
- Long-exposure seascapes, wave action, lighthouses and an introduction to night seascapes.
- Beginning to intermediate landscape techniques: composition, light, filters and some post-processing.
- One-on-one coaching in a small group. Only 8 spots available!
My workshops are always low-key, friendly and totally encouraging! Feel completely comfortable asking any question, big or small. This is a great way to learn some new photography skills or practice some old ones.
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Itinerary
Subject to change due to weather, tides and swell. Each evening we choose the best spot for the next day's light.
Day 1: Arrival & Harris Beach Sunset
The workshop starts about 2pm at [HOTEL] in Brookings, our home base for the week.
Arrival and introductions
Winter seascape basics: shutter speeds for wave motion, filters, tripod technique on wet sand, and ocean safety
Sunset and blue hour at Harris Beach State Park
Welcome dinner
Day 2: Boardman Corridor — Arches, Bridges & Secret Beach
Sunrise at Lone Ranch Beach
Breakfast
House Rock, Whaleshead Beach, Natural Bridges and Arch Rock viewpoints
Midday break and editing session
Sunset at Secret Beach, timed to the low tide (headlamps for the hike out!)
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Day 3: Redwoods & Battery Point Lighthouse
Sunrise at Chetco Point in Brookings
Breakfast
Fog and light beams in Stout Grove and along Howland Hill Road
Lunch and image review in Crescent City
Sunset at Battery Point Lighthouse
Day 4: Indian Sands, Pistol River & Cape Sebastian
Sunrise at Indian Sands
Breakfast
China Beach and Thunder Rock Cove
Afternoon editing session and image review
Pistol River and Myers Creek sea stacks
Sunset at Cape Sebastian
Nighttime seascape photography if skies are clear!
Day 5: Final Day
Final sunrise at Harris Beach or Whaleshead Beach
Breakfast
Sharing our favorite images, final discussions, and hotel check-out by 11am
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What's Included
- Guided photography sessions at sunrise and sunset each day
- Hands-on coaching, teaching and help
- Post-processing instruction and image critique (if you choose to participate) during and after the workshop via Zoom
- Transportation during the workshop: [TRANSPORTATION DETAILS]
What's NOT Included
- Lodging: you book your own room at [HOTEL] in Brookings for the nights of [DATES]. Booking details are sent after you register.
- Transportation to and from Brookings. Nearest airports: Crescent City, CA (about 35 minutes) or Medford, OR (about 2.5–3 hours).
- Food and drink (we'll do a pre-workshop Zoom call to talk about food and make a plan!)
- Photography gear
What to Bring
- DSLR or mirrorless camera with a variety of lenses (wide-angle and telephoto recommended)
- Sturdy tripod and remote release
- Circular polarizer and 6-stop and 10-stop neutral density filters (encouraged but not required)
- Rain cover, extra batteries and charger, multiple memory cards, lens cloths
- Headlamp
- Waterproof boots, rain jacket and pants, warm layers and gloves
- Computer for processing images
A full gear list is sent after you sign up.
Who Should Attend?
Photographers of all skill levels who want to improve their landscape and seascape photography on one of the most dramatic coastlines in the U.S. You should be comfortable walking short, steep, muddy trails (like the trail to Secret Beach) and on wet, uneven beaches.
I am bonded and insured while I am leading workshops!
Workshop Price: $[PRICE] per person
Lodging and meals not included.
Reserve with a $[DEPOSIT] non-refundable deposit, or pay in full when you register.
The $[BALANCE] balance is due [BALANCE DUE DATE] (90 days before the workshop).
Payment & Cancellation
- Deposit: $[DEPOSIT], non-refundable. If I can fill your spot, it is refunded minus a $100 administrative fee. You may also transfer it once to another 2027 Lisa Mize Photography workshop, or to a friend who takes your place.
- Balance: due [BALANCE DUE DATE]. Fully refundable if you cancel before that date. On or after it, non-refundable unless I can fill your spot (refunded minus a $100 administrative fee).
- If I cancel (emergency, unsafe weather or travel, low enrollment), all workshop payments are refunded in full. I'm not responsible for airfare, lodging or car rentals.
- Travel, medical and camera-gear insurance are strongly recommended.
The full participation agreement is in the registration form.
Register Today!
Spaces are limited to keep it personal. Secure your spot for an inspiring winter on the Oregon coast!
Questions? Contact Lisa Mize · 425-512-6225 · [email protected]