Experience and capture the beautiful vistas and scenery at The Young Living Lavender Farm in Mona Utah with Landscape Photographer Ryan Smith.
The rugged landscape of central Utah contrasts with the serene, fragrant lavender fields and features over 1,400 acres of fragrant herbs including Lavender, Hyssop, Clary Sage, Peppermint, and Golden Rod. In addition to the private and exclusive access to the Lavender fields, you can enjoy views of a serene reservoir, the horse stables and coral amid the pristine natural beauty and fresh mountain air!
Beginners to Advanced, this Photography Tour will be adaptable to all as this it has been carefully designed for photographers of all skill levels beginner to pro.
Ryan will share hands on photography techniques in the field including camera settings and composition ideas. We will have exclusive access to the private areas of the fields, which are not open to the public. The bright and fragrant rows of lavender are showcased with 360° panoramic views with endless composition opportunities in every direction with the beautiful LaSalle Mountains up close to the east or the reservoir to the west. Each session will offer the attendees the opportunity for both evening and morning light.
* We have chosen the dates of this event based on historical data on peak and ideal times for Lavender Blooms and possible Clary Sage. Lavender blooms can vary by intensity and location within the farm and are not guaranteed. Mid July is the typical bloom but can change year to year.
Testimonials
"You guys have gone above and beyond the expectations I had for the workshop !! If anyone out there plans to entertain the thought of doing a workshop, they should consider doing one first with you guys! You both are truly ICONS OF THE SOUTHWEST !! In addition the group as a whole was a bunch of truly gifted and talented photographers with varied photographic backgrounds. You guys catered to and addressed the needs of everyone contributing to the amazing success of capturing some AMAZING imagery!!”
-Robert Faucett ( Icons of the Southwest Ryan Smith and Jerry Patterson )
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"Thank you so much for an amazing workshop. It is the best workshop I have been on. Jerry and Ryan, you were great and bent over backwards for each of us. The group of people just all clicked so well. The lighting of the arch was done so well and reflects in the great pictures I got of the Milky Way and the Arch. It was such a great pleasure to meet you and see the kind of caring instructors you were with the people in the workshops. Just such a fun and successful workshop for myself. Thank you so much Jerry and Ryan."
-Sherry Bell ( Icons of the Southwest Ryan Smith and Jerry Patterson )
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"My husband and I were one of the lucky ones to be in Kauai with Ryan. Kauai is a photographers dream and Ryan added to that beauty. At times you just stand in awe and forget what you know. Ryan is your confidence from helping you hike down to Queens Bath to calling out his settings to check your own. If you haven’t gone with Ryan I would highly recommend it. He is a gem and I’m proud to call him friend!"
- Debbie Brissey ( Icon Photo Tours - Kauai Adventure Workshop )
"I signed up for the workshop because I saw friend's photography take on a whole new look once she went on tour with him. He really put the wow factor in their photography !!!"
-Bobby Dean Smith ( Kauai Adventure Workshop )
Workshop Dates
SEGMENT 1 - July 17th 4pm - 8 pm (morning of July 18th 6-8 am included )
SEGMENT 2 - July 18th 4pm - 8 pm ( morning of July 19th 6-8 am included )
Meet and Greet ( location details will be provided upon resitration )
Segment 1 Tuesday July 17th 3:30 pm
Segment 2 Wednesday July 18th 3:30pm
- Provide agenda, safety and farm regulations.
- Q&A
What is included?
- Exclusive private acess to 1400 plus acres and farm. We will go where the public is not allowed for private views and acess to the Lavender Fields
- We will cover as many locations inside the private fields and farm as possible including posible sunrise, sunset captures.
- On site basic instruction surounding apropriate camera settings and composition suggestions for photographing the various areas
- In-camera photo reviews and camera setting adjustments where necessary
Cost of the workshop
- Current workshop cost t is $299 for each segment
- Spouses and other guests are welcome to attend but must be as registered paid workshop attendees per our permits (We have had many tag along spouses really enjoy the trip who prior to hadn’t had much experience with photography.)
What is not included in the cost
- Participant’s meals, including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks, are the responsibility of each participant.
- Flight, Hotel, Gas, and other off-workshop activity events are the responsibility of each participant.
- Transportation to and from the airport, hotel, or other location is the responsibility of the participants.
What should I bring for this photo workshop?
- Camera gear including Camera Body, Lens, Tripod, and any prefered filters.
- Snacks or drinks to stay hydrated while walking the farm.
- Sun Block, insect repellant
What additional photography equipment should I bring to enhance my photos?
I suggest workshop participants to bring 1 - 2 Camera bodies, tripod,and bring avauilable lenses including wide angle lenses as well as telephoto lenses.
Wide angle range from 11-24, 16-35
Mid Range 24-105
Prime 35mm , 50 mm, 85 mm prime
Telephoto 70-200, 150-600
Any additional workshop requirements I should be aware of?
During our meet and greet before the workshop begins, per farm requirements, each participant must sign a release form which relieves the farm and the workshop guide from any responsibility for any accidents and injuries incurred during the workshop. Every safety precaution will be taken to ensure no one is injured in any way during the workshop.
This form must be signed. Failure to do so will disqualify one from participating in the workshop with full forfeiture of the paid workshop fee and in this case one should not plan to participate in this workshop.
When the workshop guides meets with all participants, each one will need to confirm that he/she is in good physical condition for walking during the workshop. If one has a medical condition, that participant must notify the workshop instructor of that medical condition.
Im flying in, where should I fly into?
The closest major airport is Salt Lake City International Airport
Where should I stay if I wish to stay the night for the Sunrise opportunity?
Nephi Utah is the closest City to the Lavender Farm with accommodations. A group rate discount has been negotiated with the Best Western Nephi.
Call 435-623-0624 before July 2 2018 and indicate you are reserving a room with "Icon Photo Tours"
Hotel costs are the responsibility of the participants.
Safety during the workshop
We will be walking short distances along trails so please do not wander off from the group so that workshop instructors do not lose contact with anyone.
Additional Questions? Send me an e-mail or text!
Email: Ryan@lifescapeswest.com
Facebook: fb www.facebook.com/lifescapeswest
Personal cell: 801-360-3546
Ryan Smith
733 King St
Suite 280
Layton Utah 84041
If you have any additional questions, please do not hesitate to call or send me an email.
Thanks for your interest in our workshop. I look forward to seeing you there!
Ryan
