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Dinétah : Black and White Landscape

Landscape photography is formed by the point of view of the photographer. This workshop is designed to assist the photographer wishing to advance and refine their connection to the black and white landscape. The character of the landscape helps define the people who inhabit it and a sense of place that differentiates one region from another.  As you travel across Dinétah with Carlan, you will have the rare opportunity to slow down and take the time necessary to connect with this vast, ancient region’s compelling spirit, resulting in more powerful images.

One-on-One Approach

I believe that photography is not just about equipment but about capturing moments, telling stories, but most importantly working from your heart.  My approach is one-on-one.  Each workshop is tailored to your needs, ensuring that together we meet your learning goals at your personal pace.  Daily photographs will be created and discussed. 

~ Carlan

Location

The five-day workshop is located in Farmington, NM. doorway to Dinétah.  The workshop will be based out of the classic Casa Blanca Inn.  Lesser known unique and remote areas across Dinétah are explored by Jeep.  Workshop begins with a dinner, followed by three field location days, concluding with breakfast on the fifth day.

Creative

Technical

Creative

~ Connecting Soul to Subject

~ Understanding Light

~ Seeing in Grayscale

~ Composition Within The Frame

~ Line - Shape - Form 

~ Visual Sequence

~ Breaking Rules

~ Timing


Tool Kit

Technical

Creative

~  Cameras

~ Lenses

~ ND Filters

~ Action Cameras

~ Computer

~ Software 

~ LightRoom

Technical

Technical

Technical

~ Photo Check List

~ Perspective

~ Depth of Field

~ Scale 

~ Exposure

~ Lighting

~ Digital Workflow 

~ Editing

~ Plan - Execute - Adjust

~ Creating the Fine Print

Schedule

2026 Available Dates

Schedule

  • Day 1 : Check-In / Meet at Casa Blanca 4PM / Dinner 5:30PM.


  • Day 2 : Breakfast 7:30AM /  8AM Tech review / depart for shooting location / lunch in field / return 3PM for image review / 5:30PM dinner on your own.


  • Day 3 : Breakfast 7:30AM / 8AM depart for shooting location / lunch in field / return 3PM / Image review / 5:30 PM dinner on your own.


  • Day 4 : Breakfast 7:30AM /  8AM Tech review / depart for shooting location / lunch in field / return 3PM for image review / 5:30PM dinner.


  • Day 5 : Breakfast 7:30AM /  8AM Tech review / 11AM check out.



Details

2026 Available Dates

Schedule

The five-day personal workshop is offered as a 50l(c)3 tax deductible suggested donation to  

 

Naamehnay Project, Inc.


Suggested donation $4200.00


Workshop includes breakfast, lunches, smacks and two dinners.


Transportation to Farmington, NM. and lodging at the 

Casa Blanca Inn not included.


Suggested airport : Albuquerque, NM.

 

Dinétah : Black and White Landscape

  

A Zoom session prior to workshop date will be scheduled to discuss your goals and create your personal workshop.

Contact Carlan to begin your personal Journey across Dinétah

2026 Available Dates

2026 Available Dates

2026 Available Dates

 


Spring


All dates filled


Fall


 September 7 - 11, 2026


 September 21 - 25, 2026


 


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