A small black and white bird perched on a moss-covered branch against a blurred green background.

Northern PA Songbirds

Session 1: May 18-20th (1 spot remaining)

Session 2: May 20th-22nd (1 spot remaining)

Group size: 2 + instructor

Cost: $1,800 (includes food and lodging)

Discover the Art of Songbird Photography
This wildlife photography workshop offers the perfect blend of seclusion, expert instruction, and unparalleled access to some of the most beautiful parts of rural Pennsylvania. Whether you’re an experienced photographer or a passionate nature enthusiast, this is your chance to develop your skills and connect with nature in one of the least disturbed and most scenic regions of the United States. This immersive experience is crafted for photographers eager to capture the untamed beauty of birds, with a special emphasis on breeding warblers in their pristine habitats.

During this unique experience, you will:

  • Photograph Breeding Warblers: Northern Pennsylvania is home to a rich diversity of warblers during their breeding season. You’ll be eye-level for many of these encounters with some of our most beautiful wood warblers.

  • Experience True Privacy and Seclusion: This experience features lodging at a private farmhouse located on 100 acres of private land. Wake up to the sounds of birds every morning and sit on the porch, and relax in between sessions. This setting allows for intimate wildlife encounters and uninterrupted photography sessions in nature's most serene corners.

  • Receive Expert Instruction: As I lead this workshop,  you’ll receive personalized guidance on capturing stunning wildlife shots. Learn advanced techniques for photographing birds in their natural settings, perfecting your compositions, and working with varying light conditions in remote environments.

Travel, food, lodging:

  • Transportation to the location is not included, upon arrival the small group will usually travel together

  • Accommodations at an Air BnB style house with private bedrooms

  • Not only does Scott provide an amazing experience with birds, he also cooks a late breakfast (after the morning session) and an early dinner (before the evening session).  All other food is the responsibility of the attendee.

Species:

  • This workshop will focus on songbirds with over 10 species of warblers usually seen or photographed. 

Physical activity:

  • This workshop is not physically strenuous.

Gear:

  • DSRL or mirrorless camera with 300-600mm lens and optional shorter lens for landscape or wide-angle images.

  • Appropriate attire for hiking as well as waterproof clothing. 

  • Appropriate storage for images captured.  I recommend a total of 1-2TB of storage potential and a backup storage device and/or laptop if possible.

Waivers must be signed a week before the workshop

Cost: $1,800 ($500 deposit to hold a spot, balance 30 days before the workshop). Over 60 days notice, refundable as credit toward any future workshops.  Non-refundable deposit within 60 days of the workshop date.

To book this workshop:
Click the “Book Me” button at the top of this page, or email skeysimages@gmail.com

You can also fill out the “Workshop Inquiry” form on this page and indicate “Northern PA Workshop.”

“In person, he is a just as much of a genuinely nice guy and excellent teacher as you’d expect based on his YouTube channel”

“Scott had previously scouted all of the locations over the recent years, so he knew what species to expect based on scouting, along with his in-depth knowledge of each species behavior patterns and habitats.”

- Mark T.

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