Equine Photographers Network Workshop Schedule
Please Note: The schedule is subject to change, please check back for updates.

Workshops are led by Scott Trees and Carien Schippers with assistance and equipment from Mark Kettenhofen from Nikon. View Mark's video from the 2011 Workshop and Horse Drive below.

Nikon gear will be available for participants to try at the workshop sessions along with technical support. Participants should bring their own cameras and notebook computers. Please email us if you have questions.

Sombrero Photo Workshop
Check-in - Sunday, April 29
Check in between 6:00 - 7:00 PM at the Hampton Inn for your registration packet and schedule of events and directions to the ranch. Snacks will be available while you have the chance to meet up with old friends and make new ones!

Sombrero Ranch Shoot - Monday & Tuesday, April 30 & May 1
We will spend two full days at Sombrero Ranch with exclusive access to a group of cowboys and cowgirls and a large herd of horses. We will be able to set up shoots and photograph the cowboys as they go about their work. Scott Trees will lead various sessions at the ranch. Photo ops and set ups will include roping, herd drives, water crossings, work in the corrals, portraits, detail shoots, extreme action and lighting. Lunch and Dinner included.

Class Sessions, Trail Ride, Sand Wash Wild Horses
Wednesday, May 2
Explore the nearby Sandwash Wild Horse Range in the morning, come back in time for some special classes at the Hampton Inn, to be announced!

By special invitation photographers may go for a two hour trail ride with the cowboys and wranglers on Wednesday afternoon at Sombrero Ranch. This is the perfect opportunity to see some of the vast back country surrounding the ranch from horseback!

GUEST PRESENTER: Two Photoshop Sessions with Sherron Sheppard
Hampton Inn Meeting Room, Craig, Colorado
Session 1, Wednesday May 2nd, afternoon: Maximizing the Hidden Potential in Your Images
Session 2, Thursday May 3rd, morning: Taking it to the Next Level
More details . . .

Thursday, May 3rd, afternoon
Portfolio reviews

Thursday, May 3rd, evening
Evening photo reviews with the Sombrero crew!

Staying for the Horse Drive? More details . . .

Cost Details

• Video Workshop: $895
• Photo Workshop (includes Photoshop Sessions): $1295
• Photoshop Sessions (without Photo Workshop Registration): $75 each or $150 both
• Trail Ride: $75
• Horse Drive: $995

The Workshops and Drive can make a great gift. Just select "Gift" on the registration form and we will send either you or the recipient a personalized gift certificate along with a 2012 calendar featuring photos from last year's Horse Drive to add to their excitement every month.

REGISTRATION FORM

Space is limited. Advance deposits are encouraged to reserve your spot. Registration and payment in full must be received by April 24, 2012.

If you would like to take advantage of this event and are not yet a member please click here for information on joining the Network.


Lodging
The workshop includes all meals, snacks and drinks during activity days. Lodging is on your own.

You are responsible for making your own hotel reservation. Our home base will be the Hampton Inn in Craig. EPNet has negotiated a special event rate. Single rooms are $99, double rooms are $109, suites and studios are $120. Breakfast and wireless will be available for all guests. EPNet has reserved a block of rooms that will be held until April 24th or the block is sold out. Use "Equine Photographers Group" when making arrangements to receive the special rate or follow the EPNet link to make reservations for your specific dates on line.

Transportation & Directions
The closest airport is Yampa Valley Regional Airport (use airport code "HDN"). It is the only commercial service airport serving all of Northwest Colorado - some travel sites call it Steamboat Springs or Hayden Airport.

The airport is located approximately 20 minutes from Craig. Information on ground transportation.

Once you arrive in Craig, you will be able to share rides to the events with other members. Transportation will be provided during the Drive event.

What to Bring:
• Camera and film or digital media, a variety of lenses from wide to telephoto is recommended.
• Spare batteries
• Photos/Portfolio for review
• Laptop to review your work
• Rain Gear and comfortable walking shoes, be prepared for rugged terrain and extremes of weather - snow is possible

What do past participants say?

"Not having done much in the equine photography world before, I was very intrigued when I first learned of EPN's Sombrero Ranch Workshop and the Horse Drive. After reading the background and doing a little research, my expectations were fairly high on being able to be amongst horses, real ranch hands and in an exciting photo shooting environment. And, I hoped that I might even be able to catch sight of some of the wild Mustang horses that roam the open federal lands in Northeastern Colorado and Southwestern Wyoming. I've been on numerous photography workshops, and they sometimes don't measure up to my standards, either for the setting, shooting opportunities, instruction, schedule or facilities. That sure wasn't the case here! This far exceeded even my best expectations. I cannot think of anything more in the way of shooting, action and of course, wonderful animals in such an authentic Western setting that I could have asked for." Jim Smith, Bend, Oregon

"I have to say this was truly the BEST workshop EVER! Thank you EPNet for this amazing opportunity/workshop. I cannot believe how many photo opportunities we were presented. The Models/Wranglers at Sombrero were awesome. A handsome bunch. And the horses, so many horses. It was a really cool experience, I will never forget. " Heather Swan, Ontario, Canada