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Mountain Streams & Flowers Photography Experience in Asheville, NC

Asheville Photo Tours • 41 Forest Gate Dr • Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

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Learn how to capture up-close images during a half or full-day photo tour from Asheville, NC, led by an award-winning nature photographer. There’s nowhere better to improve your photography skills than in Asheville, North Carolina. The Blue Ridge Mountains have many different types of plants and mountain streams just waiting to be captured through your lens.

up to 8 hrs 1 or more people

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Visit the best spots in the Blue Ridge Mountains area for closeup and intimate nature images!
Includes hands-on coaching and instruction.
Bring a macro, or close-up lens, a tripod, or other type of camera support.
Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and able to handle short (under one mile) hikes with your camera gear.
Not wheelchair accessible.

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Visit the best spots in the Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountains area for exploring macro photography with award-winning nature and fine art photographer Chris or Bonnie Allen. Get in close for intimate nature images and receive hands-on instruction to help you hone your photography skills and make better photos.

The Blue Ridge Mountains are home to many species of colorful wildflowers, ferns, trees and other beautiful botanicals. Learn how to make closeup / macro portraits and intimate scenes that capture the mood and spirit of the plants and their habitat.

Start times may vary depending on the season, weather patterns and sunrise/sunset times. Asheville Photo tours will notify participants of meeting times and locations upon registration.

It is strongly recommended that you bring a macro or closeup lens, extension tubes, closeup diopter, and / or lens such as Lensbaby; and a tripod or other type of camera support.

Topics covered will include:

Aperture for sharp or moody images
Avoiding distractions
Maximizing shapes
Composition
Using diffusers & reflectors
Isolating your subject
Personality & gesture

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Mountain Streams & Flowers Photography Experience Reviews

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Kentoncgreen

"Online Critique Sessions"

Reviewed October 17, 2021

One thing that most of us amateur photographers never get is feedback from professional photographers. The feedback we do get is often from friends or family that likely have less skill than we do. I have been attending monthly online critique sessions with with Chris and Bonnie Allen, and wow, what a difference it has made in my work! I have stopped making consistent mistakes, opened new ways of seeing, and significantly improved my editing skills. In the online Zoom calls with a few photographers, Bonnie, and Chris, the friendly group reviews about 5 photos from each photographer. The focus is on the positive attributes of each image, which is rewarding. Then there is discussion on how the image might be made even stronger or made stronger. Often Chris will take your image into Adobe Lightroom and make those edits online so you can see the improvement. If you really want to kick start your photography, these critiques are "must do" and are very reasonably priced. What are you waiting for???

TylerPhotoGirl

"Online Critique Session"

Reviewed February 08, 2021

“The 1 ½ hour online Zoom critique sessions offered by Chris and Bonnie are excellent. Besides getting the needed “pats on the back” for my photos, they also offered me their years of experience as professional photographers in critiquing and even doing some online Lightroom editing to show me how to take a pretty good photograph and make it an outstanding one. But the best part? I’m getting all this for only $15 a session!” – Linda Davidson, Tyler, TX

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Mountain Streams & Flowers Photography Experience is located at Asheville Photo Tours • 41 Forest Gate Dr • Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain Streams & Flowers Photography Experience

What is a photo tour?

Photo tours are half-day or full-day, hands on photography excursions led by Bonnie or Chris Allen. You will visit the best spots for stunning photography depending on weather and seasonal conditions. Your guide will provide individualized and group instruction based on skill level and interests.

Where does the tour meet?

You will drive your own car and meet with your guide(s) at a predetermined location. You will be notified of the meeting location in the week prior to your tour date.

Who should attend?

Tours are intended for photographers of all levels from beginner to advanced who want to explore the beauty of the Asheville and Blue Ridge area.

Are children allowed?

Please no children or pets. Adolescents who have a camera and a strong interest in photography are welcome to join the tour.

Are there any physical restrictions?

Participants should be in reasonable physical condition and able to handle short (under one mile) hikes with your camera gear.

Is hiking involved?

Most stops will be along the roadside. In some cases, a short hike of less than a mile may be required to get to the best spot.

What should I bring?

Bring your camera along with your manual (if you still have it) and be sure to bring adequate water and snacks. You are also encouraged to bring a macro, or closeup lens, extension tubes, closeup diopter, and/or lens such as Lensbaby; and a tripod or other type of camera support.