Wine Country in Fall

Photograph Napa & Sonoma’s Vineyards & Backroads in Early Fall

Saturday, November 1st · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Limited to 5 participants

Western Sonoma County is a place of contrasts—rolling vineyards, oak woodlands, redwood groves, and dramatic coastlines all within reach. In early November, the first wave of fall color sweeps through the valleys and hillsides, with green, yellow, and orange starting to show among the vines.

This workshop focuses on photographing vineyards and the surrounding countryside, including wineries, barns, and quiet backroads. We’ll concentrate on a single region to maximize photo time and minimize driving. With changing light and unpredictable weather, you’ll have the chance to capture both mood and color in the landscape.

What You’ll Learn

✔ How to expose for high-contrast fall light using histograms and filters

✔ Settings and strategies for moody, overcast days or glowing sunlight

✔ Techniques to improve sharpness, composition, and depth

✔ How to evoke atmosphere and a sense of place in your images

✔ Tips for discovering fresh perspectives in familiar landscapes

Workshop Details

📍 Meet-Up: Begin at Lance’s studio in Petaluma (carpooling available), or meet en route

📍 Location Focus: Vineyards, wineries, farm buildings, woods, hills, and wetlands in western Sonoma

📅 Date: Saturday, November 1st

⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

💰 Cost: $150

👟 Fitness Level: Easy – minimal walking; most locations near vehicles

🚻 Facilities: Available every 1–2 hours

☕ Midday Stop: Short break for snacks and drinks

Included:

✅ Personalized instruction throughout the workshop

✅ A post-workshop map of all photo locations

✅ Optional carpooling from Petaluma

Not Included:

❌ Meals or snacks (bring your own)

❌ Transportation (except carpooling)

Experience the quiet charm of Sonoma’s western wine country at the turning of the seasons—when vines glow, clouds drift, and every road leads to something beautiful.

🔗 Reserve your spot today—space is limited to just 5 participants.