Best Photo Workshops and Tours

Cost: $785.00 ($200 deposit due at registration, balance due on Aug 25, 2015) Class size limited to 10! Winding mountain roads, aspen filled valleys, the towering San Juan Mountains, crystal clear lakes and stunning artists light overwhelm the senses in the Ridgway/Telluride/Ouray area in the fall.

Crested Butte Wildflower Photo Workshop with Englewood Camera! Dan Ballard Photography July 11, 2015 - July 13, 2015 Cost: $725.00 ($200 deposit due at registration, balance due on June 11, 2015) For more information, please contact Dan Ballard @ 719 469-0608 or dan@danballardphoto.com Class size limited to 12 Crested Butte Colorado is one of the most amazing areas in the country.

Moab (Arches and Canyonlands National Park) Oct 15, 2015 - Oct 18, 2015 Cost: $785.00 ($200 deposit due at registration, balance due on Sept. 15, 2015) For more information, please contact Dan Ballard @ 719 469-0608 or dan@danballardphoto.com Moab's unique combination of small resort town hospitality, beautiful red rock scenery, two national parks, and the cool waters of the Colorado River has made it one of the most sought after destinations in the southwest.

Photography and Yoga Women's Retreat with Dan Ballard and Karen Voepel. Escape to the tranquil Ojo Caliente Spa and Mineral Springs in New Mexico for three glorious nights. Ojo is the only hot springs in the world with four different types of mineral waters, revitalizing those who soak in any of the eleven different pools ranging from 80 to 109 degrees.

Raised in Maine, Brenton Hamilton is an educator and a working studio artist living in Rockland, Maine. Hamilton's earliest years were growing up on the Maine coast on Clapboard island near Falmouth, Maine.

Jacob Hessler is a fine-art photographer specializing in large-scale modern landscapes. His work has been described as introspective, nostalgic, meditative and spiritual. Jacob's keen eye and use of scale connects viewers with thevastness of the human experience. His images feel expansive and serene, with a whispering tension between the familiar and the deeply mysterious.

In July 2015, the Mentor Series travels to Iceland as we set out to capture the unique and beguiling imagery of the Land of Fire and Ice. Nikon professional photographers Mark Alberhasky and Layne Kennedy will provide hands-on instruction in maximizing the use of natural light in this arctic location, where the sky fades seamlessly from sunset into sunrise during the summer months.

Join the Mentor Series and Nikon professional photographers Reed Hoffmann and David Tejada on a breathtaking photography workshop in India. With a vast architectural and artistic history, majestic vistas, and culturally rich communities, India is truly a transformative photography destination.

Yellowstone, America's first national park, established in 1872, is a place of vast and wild beauty, best enjoyed when dressed in autumn colors. Over 2.2 million acres in size, the park is alive with gurgling mudpots, hissing fumaroles, hot springs, waterfalls, and deep canyons created by thousands of years of erosion.

Capture portraits of cowboys and the rolling hills landscape at the Equestrian Ranch * Photograph undisturbed forests, rugged cliffs, mysterious gorges and the largest waterfall in Hocking Hills State Park * Learn to enhance your technique as we capture kayakers along Buckeye Lake Join the Mentor Series, June 5-7, 2015,

Known for its undeniable European charm as well as its welcoming atmosphere, Quebec is a historic treasure where you can discover unparalleled photography opportunities. On September 25-27, 2015, the Mentor Series, along with Nikon professional photographers Reed Hoffmann and Deanne Fitzmaurice, is traveling to Canada to explore the many wonderful facets of Quebec.

Discover the majestic beauty of stunning red rock country inSedonaby joining the Mentor Series on this adventurous excursion. With Nikon professional photographers Reed Hoffmann and Wolfgang Kaehler on the trek you will enhance your photo skills and visual creativity all while being surrounded by this gorgeous Arizona landscape.

Spanning the border between North Carolina and Tennessee lies the national treasure that is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. With ageless mountains, diverse wildlife, and endless greenery, the park provides limitless distinctive photographic opportunities. Joining this Mentor Series excursion are Nikon professional photographers Wolfgang Kaehler and Layne Kennedy, who will each provide an incomparable, hands-on learning experience that will enhance anyone's photography skills.

Experience the remarkable beauty of southeastern Alaska on a voyage into a land of mist-shrouded fjords, tidewater glaciers, and islands teeming with wildlife with some of our finest photographers. Sailing aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird or the National Geographic Sea Lion, search for orcas and humpback whales, kayak around dramatic icebergs, spend a full day in Glacier Bay National Park, and learn about Alaska's rich Native American heritage.

Belize is graced with more than 180 miles of coast, thick rain forest, and Maya ruins; and beneath its Caribbean waters lies one of the most extensive barrier reef systems in the world. Set out by kayak from our base at Half Moon Caye to explore mangrove islands and white-sand beaches, and snorkel in turquoise waters amid an astonishing diversity of marine life.

With age-old temples perched on cliffs and hilltops, yak-herders' villages nestled in lush valleys, and a constant backdrop of breathtaking Himalayan peaks,Bhutan is effortlessly photogenic. Exploring this hard-to-reach country on foot affords unparalleled photographic opportunities, whether you're taking portraits of herders you meet in the meadows, documenting daily life during lunch at a family farm, or framing a temple-studded vista from a high mountain pass.

Set out into the mountains of Bhutan to shoot images of exquisite temples, timeless farming villages, and the towering Himalaya. Capture scenes from a lively market or crimson-robed monks against a backdrop of whitewashed dzongs. Hike into forests where wild moss creates an otherworldly atmosphere, and photograph breathtaking panoramas of snow-clad peaks.

Set sail aboard the magnificent four-masted Sea Cloud, and explore the lush islands and vibrant cultures of the Lesser Antilles. Hike in the mountainous rain forests of Dominica, explore an active volcanic crater in Saint Lucia, and glide on a catamaran in the idyllic Grenadines.

China's combination of epic monuments, natural beauty, and striking modern architecture make it a magical photographic destination. In Beijing, set out to photograph the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, and historic neighborhoods. Frame close-ups of Xi'an's terra-cotta warriors from the site's VIP platform.

The Pacific coast of Costa Rica and Panama presents a rich array of photographic opportunities: lush jungles fringe white-sand beaches, pristine islands dot turquoise seas, and birds and tropical plants come in a dazzling spectrum of species and colors.

Between its ancient wonders and its vibrant ethnic traditions, Ethiopia presents a rare chance for photographers to document fascinating cultures barely touched by the centuries. In the Omo River Valley, meet and photograph diverse peoples who distinguish themselves with elaborate body paint, scarification, and lip plates.

Join a team of top National Geographic photographers in one of the planet's most photogenic places for an in-depth exploration over two weeks. Whether you're a published pro or a rookie looking to build a portfolio, you'll learn new shooting skills in the field and editing and gear tips during on-board sessions.

Scattered like gems across the Aegean, the Cyclades are among the most beautiful islands in the world. Take to the seas and the trails with National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson, and hone your photo skills while exploring these mythical isles.

From steaming volcanoes and lava-sculpted landscapes to lush jungles and endless beaches, Hawaii is a fantastic destination for families. Explore beautiful Maui on a variety of excursions, spotting humpback whales and winding along the famed Hana Highway. Then venture to the Big Island, home to the geologic wonders of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.

Join geneticist, anthropologist, and National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Spencer Wells on an extraordinary private jet expedition, venturing off the beaten path to discover the enduring legacies of legendary civilizations that have shaped our shared human history. Following a specially crafted itinerary we developed with Spencer, explore sacred sites, ancient cities, and astonishing cultural treasures from Uzbekistan and Mongolia to Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Ethiopia, and beyond.