Natural Light Still Life Photography Workshop
March 7 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Still life is a genre of photography that can be done no matter the weather. It allows the photographer to have control over the light, the subject, and the story being told.
Join photographer Ginnie Lodge for an intimate, hands-on workshop exploring the art of still life photography using natural light. Working in the cozy, heated lower level of the Crow’s Nest barn—transformed into a studio for the day—you’ll learn how to arrange, light, and capture striking still life compositions using objects gathered from the preserve.
Ginnie will demonstrate her process using both a mirrorless camera and simple techniques, showing how to achieve rich, Old Masters-style images through focal point control, photo stacking, and thoughtful editing. While participants are encouraged to bring an SLR or mirrorless camera and tripod, the workshop is accessible to those using only a smartphone.
With limited space, each participant will receive individual guidance as they create their own still life photographs. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your creative approach, this inspiring three-hour session offers a unique chance to develop your skills and experiment with natural light photography.
Please note: The inclement weather date is Saturday, March 14.
About the instructor: Ginnie Lodge is a local multi-genre photographer who delights in experimenting and creating with her camera… out in nature, or on her kitchen counter. With a lifelong career as a teacher, she enjoys bringing out the best in others with whom she explores the craft of photography. You can see some of her work at www.ginnielodge.com.
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about the property
Crow’s Nest’s forests are filled with oak, hickory, tuliptree, black gum, beech, and maple trees. The preserve’s meadows feature native grasses and wildflowers, while the tradition of Chester County farming continues in areas dedicated to agriculture.
Crow’s Nest is part of Hopewell Big Woods, a vast, unbroken forest about 114 square miles—almost the size of the City of Philadelphia. Just next door, you’ll find French Creek State Park and Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, making Crow’s Nest part of one of the largest areas of protected land in the region.
parking
Crow’s Nest Preserve has one gravel parking lot with 20 spaces.
visitor hours
Daily, dawn to dusk.
more preserve informationbefore you go
- Please bring your own equipment with you (SLR or mirrorless camera/tripod is recommended but not required).
- Meet in the lower level of the barn where we will gather for the workshop.
- Materials collected from the preserve will be provided for your use. If you have something you’d like to bring from home to add to your masterpiece, you are welcome to.
- Please note: The inclement weather date is Saturday, March 14.
Registration is required to reserve your spot. Your online registration signifies acceptance of our terms and conditions (read in full below). Questions? Please contact us.
- $40- Natural Lands member ticket
- $45- non-member ticket
- $65- event ticket and a year-long membership to Natural Lands
- $22 – ACCESS Cardholder ticket – limited number available.
Thanks to our sponsors:
Shreiner Tree Care
Event Terms and Conditions
Cancellation
Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or low registration. In that case, we will make every effort to update our website and contact registrants. Note that we cannot offer refunds of paid registrations or ticket purchases, but rest assured that your donation will help us in our work to save open space, care for nature, and connect people to the outdoors.
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Photography Policy
Attendance at Natural Lands programs and events constitutes consent to be photographed for use in print and electronic media. Images will not be identified using full names without written approval from the individual. Please notify Natural Lands staff if you would prefer that your photo not be used.
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