CAPTURE North Carolina

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Tuition

• General Registration: $445/photographer
• Visit the CAPTURE Overall Details page for more details on what is included with tuition
• Housing is not included with tuition

Attendance

• Maximum attendance: 8 photographers
• Minimum attendance: 4 photographers
  Workshop will be canceled or postponed if minimum attendance is not reached
• Current spots available: 8 photographers

Destinations

From deep-forest waterfalls to vast overlooks along the Blue Ridge Parkway, there are countless natural wonders to experience and capture. Potential locations could include Lake Logan, Devil’s Courthouse, Wildcat Falls, Steestachee Bald Overlook, Courthouse Falls, Black Balsam Knob, and Bubbling Spring Branch Cascades.

Transportation

Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Cold Mountain Retreat. However, airport runs to and from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) early Wednesday afternoon and Sunday afternoon may be available upon prearranged agreement. To check for availability or make a request, please contact James at [email protected] or 203-721-0363.

Lodging

Lodging is available at the Cold Mountain Retreat for Wednesday through Saturday nights. We’ll enjoy the private, wooded setting of a 6 year old home with unobstructed, breathtaking views of the mountains. Sleeping arrangements for guys and girls will be strictly separated. Depending on the number of attendees, cost will be between $45 and $75 per night for however many nights you decided to stay. Payment will be collected at time of arrival.

Meals

Wholesome, home-cooked meals will be provided for the majority of the workshop. Some meals may be taken at local restaurants near shooting destinations.

Clothing

Bring clothing for cool temperatures. Average October temperatures in the North Carolina highlands are High 69, Low 46 and it is quite probable that it may dip below freezing. We will be out before sunrise each morning which is the coldest part of the day, so please dress accordingly. Make sure to bring stuff to keep you and your gear dry in the field in case it rains. Visit the CAPTURE Overall Details page for more details on what to bring.

More Details

• Visit the CAPTURE Overall Details page for more detailed information regarding specific topics covered, generic schedule of each day, required items to bring, limitations on age and physical conditions, exactly what to bring, and everything that is and is not included with your tuition.
• Anyone is welcome to stay Saturday night if it fits better into their travel schedule. Typical nightly fee applies.
• Join us for a makeshift church service at the Cold Mountain Retreat before making a final departure before noon.
• Spread the word by downloading this PDF brochure summarizing  the details specific to CAPTURE North Carolina.

Questions?

Don’t hesitation to drop questions on the Workshops Q&A forum! To contact James directly, visit the Contact page or call (203) 721-03631.