Landscape & Astrophotography Workshops with Chris Ewen Crosby
Join a dynamic group workshop designed to inspire your creativity and accelerate your photographic skills. Chris’s group workshops cover a broad range of photographic instruction, combining solid fundamentals with cutting-edge techniques. With an emphasis on fun and creative freedom, Chris guides you to discover your unique vision and capture meaningful, striking images.
Seascape & Long Exposure Masterclass - 1 Spot Open!
Aug 22, 2026 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers
Stop fighting the ocean and learn to command it. Master changing coastal tides, advanced ND filter math, and wave-timing techniques to transform chaotic whitewater into striking, long-exposure fine art with personalized, small-group instruction. Includes a mid-week live prep presentation + an in-field sunset masterclass.
Vincent Thomas Bridge Masterclass 2026 - 1 Spot Open!
September 25th, 2026 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers
Leave the guesswork behind and experience a rare "Equilibrium" exposure as a massive moon rises directly through the steel span of the iconic Vincent Thomas Bridge. Break free from trial-and-error night photography and adapt in real-time by mastering the precise, fleeting window where the ambient twilight perfectly balances the brilliant luminosity of the moon. Learn to execute spot-on celestial alignments, manage extreme dynamic range, and capture compressed long-exposure light trails with focused, small-group field instruction.
Includes prime-time on-site shooting + hands-on coaching on moon-tracking mechanics and exposure logistics.
Fine-Art Landscape Editing: Lightroom Classic Foundations – Samy’s Camera Los Angeles
October 17th, 2026 From 1:30pm - 5:30pm | Strictly Limited to 10 Photographers
Many photographers know how to capture a clean exposure in the field but struggle to translate that RAW file into an impactful, gallery-ready fine-art landscape. This focused 4-hour intensive goes far beyond basic slider overviews to teach you a professional, step-by-step editing workflow designed to maximize Adobe Lightroom Classic to its absolute mathematical limits.
Discover how to master localized light shaping, precise color separation, and advanced selection techniques. You will learn how to read your histogram for hidden dynamic range, control high-contrast scenes, and create incredible depth and dimension that guides the viewer’s eye through the frame, all while keeping your images looking clean, polished, and natural.
*Note: This class is organized and facilitated by Samy’s Camera
Yosemite Autumn Masterclass 2026
Oct 23–26, 2026 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers (ONLY 3 SPOTS REMAIN!)
Skip the crowded corporate tour buses and experience Yosemite Valley the way it was meant to be photographed. Dynamically chase peak autumn colors, golden black oaks, and dramatic clearing valley storms with personalized, small-group field instruction.
Includes 4 days on-site + a 3-hour recorded post-processing masterclass.
Death Valley Masterclass 2026
Nov 13–16, 2026 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers
Leave the crowded commercial photo tours behind and experience the raw, stark beauty of Death Valley. Break free from rigid group schedules and adapt in real-time by dynamically tracking the shifting shadows of the sand dunes, geometric salt flats, and fleeting desert light at its absolute peak with focused, small-group field instruction.
Includes 4 days on-site + a 3-hour recorded post-processing masterclass.
Death Valley Masterclass February 2027
Feb 4–8, 2027 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers
Experience the raw, stark beauty of Death Valley during the prime early-spring window. Capitalize on crisp desert air, dramatic low-angle light, pristine sand dune textures, and dark-sky astrophotography as the Milky Way core returns to the horizon—all with dedicated, small-group field instruction.
Includes 4 days on-site + a 3-hour recorded post-processing masterclass.
Death Valley Masterclass March 2027
Mar 6–9, 2027 | Strictly Limited to 6 Photographers
Capture Death Valley as spring unfolds across the desert floor. Target pristine sand dune textures, vast geometric salt flats, and rich low-angle light during the day, then turn your lens upward for dark-sky astrophotography as the early Milky Way core arches over the horizon.
Includes 4 days on-site + a 3-hour recorded post-processing masterclass.
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Can’t Make These Workshop Dates Work? Design a Custom Photography Expedition
High-end learning shouldn't be restricted by a calendar. If you want to dive deep into a specific technique—like advanced night sky tracking or intense post-processing—on your own schedule, Chris offers bespoke 1-on-1 and private small group instruction. Get dedicated, undivided attention on the terrain of your choice.
Why Join an In-Field Photography Workshop?
The Power of the Cohort: There is an undeniable creative energy when a small group of driven photographers clicks together. You’ll brainstorm compositions, share perspectives, and push each other’s creative boundaries in real-time.
Tailored Masterclass Coaching: With a strict cap on group sizes, you get the best of both worlds—the camaraderie of a team, alongside dedicated, one-on-one field instruction from Chris to solve your specific technical hurdles.
End-to-End Field Mastery: We don't just stop when the sun sets. These sessions bridge the gap between pulling raw data in the field and bringing your creative vision to life in post-processing.
What to Expect on an Expedition
Dynamic Field Execution: No rigid, bus-tour schedules. We read the weather, track the light, and pivot in real-time to ensure you are in the exact right spot for prime conditions.
All Skill Levels, Individual Scaling: Whether you are just learning to navigate manual mode or you’re a seasoned shooter mastering complex exposure blending, the instruction is scaled dynamically to your personal ceiling.
Built-In Networking: You’ll walk away from the weekend not just with incredible portfolio images, but with a renewed network of passionate, lifelong photography peers.
Designed Around the Light & Astronomical Data
Chasing the Ephemeral: Our itineraries aren't arbitrary. Every date is meticulously planned months in advance around precise astronomical data, moon phases, tide charts, and seasonal foliage peaks.
The Hidden American West: From the rugged coastline of Southern California to the dramatic vistas of the Western States, you will be guided through locations Chris has scouted and shot for years, skipping the tourist traps to find unique compositions.
Photography Expeditions & Booking Logistics
Streamlined Registration: Securing your spot is seamless. Browse the calendar above, select your expedition, and place your deposit or purchase to lock in your seat instantly.
Independent & Hosted Sessions: Chris leads both independent flagship workshops and select expeditions hosted in partnership with premier third-party educational institutions. (For hosted events, registration and payment will be securely completed through the partner's portal via the links).
Have Questions? Every landscape requires different preparation. If you want to talk gear, fitness requirements, or logistics before booking, reach out directly to Chris.
