15th Annual Black Hills Photo Shootout. A weekend of photography, socialization, and fun!
Keynote Speaker: Erik Kuna with Special Guest Instructor: Rammy K.
Schedule of Events
Sunday Morning Sessions
Part 2: Compositing Session. In this Part 2 session, you will dive into Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to seamlessly combine your images into a striking finished piece. Prerequisites: A good working knowledge of Lightroom and photoshop.
9:00am - Noon.
Enhancing Your Landscape Images with Purpose and Precision. Join award-winning photographer, Rammy K. for a focused post-production session designed to help you bring out the full potential of your images from the "Waterfalls of Spearfish Canyon" experience. In this follow-up session, we'll dive into the digital darkroom and explore how thoughtful editing can elevate your landscape work - from subtle adjustments to more artistic interpretations.
6:15 - 9:15am.
Experience the sweeping beauty and quiet strength of prairie life in this session that celebrates the spirit of the American homesteader. Set against endless skies and wide-open landscapes, models in period attire bring to life scenes of resilience, simplicity, and connection to the land. From sunlit fields to the solitude of a distant cabin, each moment offers a chance to capture the poetry of everyday life on the frontier. Let the vastness of the prairie and the stories it holds inspire your creative vision. This session highlights scale, solitude, and visual drama. Image by: Kendra Koske.
6:00 - 9:00am.
Step into the moody charm of Deadwood just before the world wakes up. We'll begin this session while the lights are still on and the sky turns from deep indigo to soft periwinkle. The town's storied facades, vintage neon, and quiet streets offer an unmatched atmosphere. From the gentle glow of gas lamps to reflections on rain-worn boardwalks, deadwood is full of character just waiting to be captured. If you've ever wanted your photos to feel like history - this is it.
Sunday Afternoon Sessions
Led by Tomas Alvarez.
Estimated session time: 4:00 - 7:00pm.
Join me for an easy-access waterfall tour in the heart of Spearfish Canyon. We'll visit a couple of falls near the parking areas. This session is about embracing motion and using filters to create that dreamy, ribboned look. Whether you're new to long exposure or ready to fine-tune your waterfall shots, this is a can't-miss chance to work with some of the Hills' most iconic flows. Image: Chad Coppess.
Led by Jay Grammond.
Estimated session time: Noon - 3:00pm.
Historic Churches Of The Black Hills. Step back in time with your camera during this exploration of historic church buildings in the area. Capture the history, charm, and architectural beauty of the area's historical church communities. This session highlights unique architecture, stained glass, and the stories behind some of these landmarks. Perfect for those photographers who love history, character, and timeless settings. Image: Tony Grossenburg.
Led by Rebecca DeWitt.
Maybe you are attending the "Golden Hour at the Ranch - Video session" and want to now learn to edit that beautiful golden hour footage you captured, or maybe you have other videos you have filmed but have no idea where to begin with editing. This session is for you! Rebecca will go over the basics of cutting footage together, coloring, and story as we edit our videos together in this hands-on workshop.
Led by Mackenzie Scheff.
Estimated session time: 4:15 - 7:15pm.
Framing the West Create stunning portraits of cowboys and cowgirls with their trusty steeds during golden hour with the beautiful backdrop of the Black Hills at a local ranch. Experience the cowboys and cowgirls, after a long day of work, as they gather around the tent, relax, and play their guitars.
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