Have you wondered about storm chasing? Wanted to go but haven't had anyone to go with? Wanted photographs of the truly awesome thunderstorms that grace the High Plains each Spring and Summer?
We've planned this trip to maximize chances of fantastic thunderstorms. We'll go in search of the supercells that grace our country each spring when moist air from the Gulf of Mexico collides with air spilling down from the northern plains.
Obviously we can't control the weather so our itinerary must be flexible. And, if the night skies are clear, we'll go out to dark locations for astrophotography.
We'll also keep the itinerary flexible so we maximize the photographic opportunities, while keeping everyone safe. (Unlike most storm chasing tours, this one is about good photographs, not adrenaline rushes. Being inside a tornado is not photogenic!)
Photographers of all skill levels are welcome, including those who utilize smartphone cameras. The tour is limited to six participants and will have two professional guides, Jake Werth and Kent Winchester from the Albuquerque Photographers' Gallery. Included in the costs are the guides, teaching, photo reviews, workshop transportation, and lodging.
Learn & Photograph with Passion
>Work in different lighting conditions with short/long exposure and aperture.
>Learn about night photography techniques on the dark and beautiful high plains,
>Handling equipment with care on location, especially tripods.
>Assistance with camera settings, the basics of composition, guide and help in general.
>Hands-on lessons that can take your photography skills to the next level.
>Review and constructive criticism/feedback of the images taken during the day.
>Workflow in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
>Discussions on various topics while we travel(qualities of light and how to manage it, when and how to use various kinds of filters, crafting panoramic photographs, and why we photograph magnificent, even awesome storms.
Itinerary
The exact itinerary will be kept flexible to account for the weather and current conditions. We'll use weather forecasts, radars, and the latest NOAA weather sites and our guides' extensive weather expertise and experience to pick the best spots. The itinerary below is an example of what you can expect.
1st Day - We will meet in Albuquerque, load our gear in the van, and head east to the high plains and storms. We'll follow the storms, which means we'll spend the nights in motels/hotels (included in the price) in the community closest to where we end the photographic day. (After sunset.)
2nd - 3rd Day - Depending on how late we've been up the night before and how far we need to drive to the next day's storms we'll have a leisurely breakfast before departing. We plan this adventure to arrive at the best spots at the best times of the day.
4th Day - We head back for Albuquerque, arriving in time for evening flights.
Facts -Storm Chasing Workshop 2025
Dates:tba
4 Days
Number of guests: 6
Number of instructors: 2
Included
Transportation each day
Lodging
Teaching
Not included
Travel to and from the workshop destination (Albuquerque, NM)
Meals
Beverages
Travel insurance
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We've planned this trip to maximize chances of fantastic thunderstorms. We'll go in search of the supercells that grace our country each spring when moist air from the Gulf of Mexico collides with air spilling down from the northern plains.
Obviously we can't control the weather so our itinerary must be flexible. And, if the night skies are clear, we'll go out to dark locations for astrophotography.
We'll also keep the itinerary flexible so we maximize the photographic opportunities, while keeping everyone safe. (Unlike most storm chasing tours, this one is about good photographs, not adrenaline rushes. Being inside a tornado is not photogenic!)
Photographers of all skill levels are welcome, including those who utilize smartphone cameras. The tour is limited to six participants and will have two professional guides, Jake Werth and Kent Winchester from the Albuquerque Photographers' Gallery. Included in the costs are the guides, teaching, photo reviews, workshop transportation, and lodging.
Learn & Photograph with Passion
>Work in different lighting conditions with short/long exposure and aperture.
>Learn about night photography techniques on the dark and beautiful high plains,
>Handling equipment with care on location, especially tripods.
>Assistance with camera settings, the basics of composition, guide and help in general.
>Hands-on lessons that can take your photography skills to the next level.
>Review and constructive criticism/feedback of the images taken during the day.
>Workflow in Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop
>Discussions on various topics while we travel(qualities of light and how to manage it, when and how to use various kinds of filters, crafting panoramic photographs, and why we photograph magnificent, even awesome storms.
Itinerary
The exact itinerary will be kept flexible to account for the weather and current conditions. We'll use weather forecasts, radars, and the latest NOAA weather sites and our guides' extensive weather expertise and experience to pick the best spots. The itinerary below is an example of what you can expect.
1st Day - We will meet in Albuquerque, load our gear in the van, and head east to the high plains and storms. We'll follow the storms, which means we'll spend the nights in motels/hotels (included in the price) in the community closest to where we end the photographic day. (After sunset.)
2nd - 3rd Day - Depending on how late we've been up the night before and how far we need to drive to the next day's storms we'll have a leisurely breakfast before departing. We plan this adventure to arrive at the best spots at the best times of the day.
4th Day - We head back for Albuquerque, arriving in time for evening flights.
Facts -Storm Chasing Workshop 2025
Dates:tba
4 Days
Number of guests: 6
Number of instructors: 2
Included
Transportation each day
Lodging
Teaching
Not included
Travel to and from the workshop destination (Albuquerque, NM)
Meals
Beverages
Travel insurance
SIGN UP HERE