Copyright by Lynne Pomeranz
In this workshop Lynne and Tony will lead you on a Southwestern photographic adventure that includes Wild Horses, Bison, a Historic Ghost Town, and other Wildlife, all set in a variety of breathtaking landscapes. They will share their tips for capturing the action of free-roaming horses in the wild and in natural settings, and the techniques that Tony used for his well-known Hooves and Dust series. In addition, Tony will present an overview / refresher of image capture, post-processing, color management, and output. Included are two intensive post-production sessions in which Tony will guide you through the use of Lightroom, step by step, to help you realize the full potential of your photographs. It is recommended that each participant bring their personal notebook computer (MAC or WIN) and install Adobe Photoshop Lightroom (a free fully functional 30-day trial may be used).
Copyright by Tony Bonanno
About the photographers:
Tony Bonanno is an internationally renowned fine art and professional photographer who has worked extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe, the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Africa, and Australia. His diverse subjects have ranged from the President and First Lady of the United States to indigenous peoples and their cultures, to capturing the beauty and rhythms of running horses in his acclaimed “Hooves & Dust” series. Tony shares an in-depth knowledge of the natural and cultural landscapes acquired during his 18 years as a professional photographer in New Mexico, and previously as the National Park Service’s Chief Ranger for the Southwest United States.
www.hoovesanddust.com
Copyright by Tony Bonanno
Lynne Pomeranz is an award-winning fine art and freelance photographer whose work has been widely exhibited throughout the West. These days she is best known for her images of wild horses and as author of Among Wild Horses: A Portrait of The Pryor Mountain Mustangs. This is her fourth season leading wild horse photography workshops in which she shares her intimate knowledge of wild horses and how to best approach and photograph them.
www.lynnepomeranz.com
Copyright by Lynne Pomeranz
Locations:
Wild Horses of Placitas
The wild horses of Placitas roam the rolling foothills of the Sandia Mountains. Their close proximity to civilization provides incredible opportunity to accompany them on their daily rituals. Sage dotted mesas under the famous New Mexico sky make a dramatic backdrop for these beautiful bands of paints, grays, blacks and bay. Trailing the spirited stallions and their harems is a unique experience.
All photos in the slideshow, above, are copyright by Lynne Pomeranz
Copyright by Lynne Pomeranz
Cimarron Sky-Dog Reserve
Cimarron Sky-Dog Reserve’s summer location is on 420 acres of rolling grassland and forest in Watrous, NM. Their goals include providing “a wild land reserve for displaced, un-adoptable and rejected wild horses whose only other alternatives would be a lifetime of confinement or perhaps even slaughter.” There are amazing views from the mesa top and a lush valley with rain-fed ponds where the mustangs come to drink and swim. The ranch and surrounding areas also provide habitat to herds of elk, antelope, coyotes and mountain lions.
www.cimarronskydog.com
Copyright by Jackie Flemming
Wind River Ranch
A gorgeous 4500-acre ranch where the plains meet the mountains near Watrous, New Mexico. The mission of Wind River Ranch is to conserve the wild landscapes through ecological restoration, research, and education. This is a truly wonderful resource for photographing bison, antelope, a historic ghost town, the Mora River, and incredible vistas.
www.windriverranch.org
All the photos in the slideshow, above, are copyright by Tony Bonanno
Copyright by Tony Bonanno
Schedule
September 16
1pm - Meet at the Holiday Inn Express in Bernalillo for introductory presentation
Wild Horses of Placitas - afternoon/early evening photo session
September 17
Wild Horses of Placitas - early morning photo session
Travel to Las Vegas, NM for hotel check-in
Cimarron Sky-Dog Reserve - afternoon/early evening photo session
September 18
Wind River Ranch - early morning and late afternoon/early evening photo sessions
Post-processing session will take place in between photo sessions.
Copyright by Lynne Pomeranz
September 19
Cimarron Sky-Dog Reserve - early morning photo session
Intensive post-processing session
Workshop ends at 3pm
Workshop Fee: $1500 + $105.00 NM tax
$400.00 nonrefundable deposit required at registration
Balance due by August 15
Enrollment is limited to ten participants
Does not including meals, lodging, or transportation (carpooling will be encouraged on location).
Lodging will be in Bernalillo and Las Vegas, NM. Details will be sent in the registration packet.
For a Registration Packet email lynne@lynnepomeranz.com or tony@bonannophoto.com
Copyright by Tony Bonanno
