Summer Photo Workshop Tour

July 20-August 13, 2026

July 20-23: Mt. Airy, MD a

July 24-25: Philadelphia, PA

July 26-28: Jim Thorpe, PA

July 29-31: New York City (Brooklyn/Coney Island)

Aug 1-3: Coastal Rhode Island

Aug 4-6: Boston, MA

Aug 7-8: Portland, ME

Aug 9: Boston, MA

Aug 10-11: New York City (Brooklyn/Coney Island)

Aug 12-13: Philadelphia, PA

MY DIAGNOSIS and WORKSHOP FRAMEWORK

During a free consultation call, we discuss your short and long term goals as a photographer. Then we identify how we can use South Florida to achieve them. Then I build you a highly personalized photo workshop proposal from scratch. The call and proposal is free.

ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR:

"Imagine Indiana Jones with a camera and a mini camper, half world-changing photographer and half adventurer." -The Free Times (Columbia, SC)

As a photojournalist based in Columbia, South Carolina, I’ve covered the Palmetto State since 1997. In 1983, Princess Diana read to my classmates and me when I was living in Alice Springs, Australia.

A 2001 grad from the University of South Carolina, I’ve photographed thousands of assignments and tackled more than a hundred personal projects. In 2021, one of my photos was published in Time Magazine’s “Best Photos of the Year” and my photographs have been exhibited at The Columbia Museum of Art on multiple occasions. I’ve self published three photo books and more than a dozen photo zines. During the months of January and February I snowbird in Florida. My folks live near Daytona.

Photography has been an integral part of my life and career for nearly 30 years and I love sharing these types of experiences with others.

Before becoming a full-time photographer, I tended bar at a historic indie music venue for more than a decade. Before the music club, I was an assistant manager at a record store and an on-air DJ at WUSC 90.FM. Music has played a very significant role in my life and most of my friends are probably musicians.

I like the outdoors, rivers and boats. My everyday driver is a micro camper-van.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT PHOTO WORKSHOPS in Rhode Island

1. Do I need to be a professional photographer to attend?

No. Because it’s a private and personalized workshop, you can be anywhere in your journey with photography.

2. What kind of photography will we focus on?

Documentary photography that aligns with your personal interests.

3. What gear should I bring?

Camera gear, computer, phone, weather appropriate clothing.

4. Will we be walking a lot?

If you want an active experience, I can provide that. If you don’t want to or can’t — I’ve got a million ideas that don’t require much physical activity.

5. Do you give feedback or critique?

Yes.

6. Can you help me with a personal project or photo zine?

Yes.

7. Can I choose my own dates?

Yes. But dates and workshops are limited.

8. Are travel, lodging, or meals included?

No

9. Can two people attend together?

Yes, please inquire further.

10. What happens during the discovery call?

We figure out where your interests and curiosities intersect with the workshop location so I can plan an experience that you can’t get anywhere else.

11. Can I focus on a specific subject, project or theme?

Yes. I would encourage this.

12. Can you help me get access to people or places to photograph?

Yes. I’ll walk you through my process and help connect you when appropriate.

13. Do you help with editing and sequencing after the workshop?

Yes. We can spend part of the workshop reviewing and sequencing your images so you leave with a cohesive body of work, not just a folder of files.

14. Do you offer any student discounts or scholarships?

Yes. 20% to students who prove recent enrollment

15. What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Cancellation: Full refund if workshop is at least 90 days in advance. Full refund within 15 days of booking, provided workshop is at least 30 days in advance. 75% refund provided workshop is 30 days in advance. 50% with 15 days notice. 25% refund with 7 days notice.

Rescheduling: No fee if more than 45 days in advance. 10% fee with 30 days notice. 30% fee with 15 days notice. 50% fee with 5 days notice. Less than 5 days, 75% fee.

16. Do I need to be in good shape or active to do this?

No. We will cater the personal workshop to your interests and abilities.

17. How much does a private photography workshop in Miami cost?"

Photo workshops in Rhode Island start at $850 a day.

Photos by workshop instructor Sean Rayford

I also offer online portfolio reviews