NEW! for 2008 and 2009 - Personalized Location Photography Workshops - On Your Schedule

You choose the location, season and schedule and I will create a stimulating, personalized photography workshop tailored to your wishes.  I have a few general suggestions below where we might find the special balance for seeking photographic experiences of unique depth and enjoyment.

Example locations:

• Escalante slot canyons formed in South-central Utah by narrow cracks in the domed sandstone slopes feeding the Escalante River.

• The Green River Lakes region of the Wind River Mountains of North-central Wyoming where wilderness, high Rocky Mountain peaks form the head waters of the Green River.

• Photographing great trees holds a special place in my photographic experience.  Be it in the high remote reaches of Eastern Nevada's Snake Range where wonderful ancient Bristlecone Pines cling to a Spartan life, or the primeval coastal forests of northern California, where the immense Coast Redwoods tower, the trees draw me.  The greatness of such subjects and the wonderful diversity of all that surrounds them makes for a timeless photographic adventure.

• Perhaps the greatest landmark in the country, Grand Canyon National Park hold within its bounds canyons and cliffs of such immensity as to defy photographic rendering.  Challenges and opportunities for both exploration and image making reach an almost overwhelming scale in this amazingly divers and beautiful part of Northern Arizona.

• Butler Wash in Southeastern Utah where many remote ancient rock art panels and ruins remain seldom visited or photographed.

• North Fork in South-central Utah where numerous slot canyons slice into the sandstone walls.

• Challenges of environment & lighting often make the Great Sand Dunes of South-central Colorado one of the most intriguing desert-scapes to explore photographically.

• Coyote Buttes on the west end of the Vermillion Cliffs in Northern Arizona defy description of the swirling layers of sandstone.

• Making photographs of iconic scenes brings special opportunities for creative photographic points of view as with the immense waterfalls of the Yellowstone River in the eminently popular Yellowstone National Park.

• Northern Arizona slot canyons in narrow cracks in the domed sandstone slopes feeding the Colorado River, Lake Powell and the Paria River.

• Season can make a great contribution to photographic out comes in many locations, non more than in Grand Teton or Zion National Park.  Here each time of year brings unique opportunities of special photographic note.

• In every expansive location, opportunities for unique close-up or macro-photography with views open especially creative approaches, requiring only patients and vision to render in a photographic sense.

• One of my personal passions remains seeking and photographing wildflowers in the field.  Often, I have pursued especially rare or endangered species.  This quest sometimes takes years to complete an image as nature has a schedule we can only guess at.

• Ancient rock art follows paths seldom trodden today as in Chaco Canyon of North-western New Mexico where ancient people created one of the most advanced cultures and stunning remnants in the West.

• Then there is Nine Mile Canyon where thousands of ancient rock art panels were created on the sandstone cliffs, many with seemingly vivid stories to tell.

After we determine your interests, preferred location and length of your personalized workshop, I will be able to provide a full description and cost information for your review before finalizing your workshop details.  I can also provide details on available accommodations, access information and other relevant travel details.

With your confirmed registration I will send  a comprehensive information packet which will include workshop, travel and accommodation details.

Contact me  today with the Online Information Request form for details on your workshop preference.  I look forward to sharing a stimulating and challenging personally tailored workshop with you.

About the Instructor
As a life-long westerner, Marv Poulson has photographed extensively throughout the 11 western states during his four decade photographic career. His intimate knowledge of the nature, natural light, western seasons, and locations gives Marv rare photographic instincts. His award-winning images have gained recognition in a variety of local and national publications, with many images held in both private and corporate collections nation-wide. Marv’s affable nature, love for the outdoors and passion for photography translate into easy-going interaction between with every participant and a sincere interest in providing a positive, fun and educational experience for all involved.

I enjoy teaching the art of photography rather than just the nuts and bolts of the craft. But I'm especially interested in helping students develop their own style, their own way of expressing their emotional response to the subject on location in spectacular, exhilarating settings.  Gaining confidence and proficiently in expressing personal response requires understanding and familiarity with your equipment and photographic image making.

In all of my workshops, intimate color landscape and special subject photography emphasize exploration in a close instructional field setting.  I especially like to work one-on-one to minimize distractions and optimal personal interaction in a relaxed setting.

Each participant may choose a flexible course of study both in time and instructional involvement. The free exchange of information and ideas are important throughout each workshop.

We can work with Digital techniques or Film - including view camera technique if you wish.  Together, you will be able to practice and develop new skills and vision in the natural realm.

Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks

The dramatic ancient rock art 'Hunting Panel' Nine Mile Canyon, Utah

Slot canyons of Northern Arizona, Escalante region of Utah, and more.

Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks and vicinity in Wyoming

Contact me with your questions, ideas and interests to begin developing a personal photographic workshop with Marv Poulson, Natural Image Photographer & Naturalist.  To contact Marv, Click Here. 

Zion National Park - The Great White Throne in Autumn

Arches and Canyonlands National Parks

A lone ancient Bristlecone Pine tree in the
Mount Moriah Wilderness, Eastern Nevada

Oxbow Bend on the Snake River in Autumn,
Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

The 'Super Nova' Panel from
Chaco Culture National Historic Park, New Mexico

Desert Cactus from the Colorado Plateau
region of Utah, Colorado, Arizona and
New Mexico

Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah