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Travel Workshop Austria: Salzburg and the Alps
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Travel Workshop Austria: Salzburg and the Alps
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Travel Workshop Austria: Salzburg and the Alps


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June 17–26, 2019

Led by
Limited to 12 participants
Fee: $2,800 (single room supplement: $550)
Deposit: $500 with balance due April 15, 2019
Reserve Your Spot

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Experience beautiful Austria from a native’s perspective! Join us for StrudelmediaLIVE’s first Travel Photography Workshop Austria! Anja Hitzenberger will lead the group, starting out in her hometown, the baroque city of Salzburg. We'll then travel to a small, traditional mountain village in the Austrian Alps.

About the Workshop

  • Tell stories in new surroundings
  • Learn new ways of photographic seeing
  • Compare the difference between a baroque city and a small mountain village
  • Photograph people and ancient locales
  • The workshop will feature a good amount of walking in the city and country
  • Experience wonderful Austrian cuisine
  • Simple Austrian-style bed and breakfast accomodations
  • Great opportunity for our online students to meet in person — but this workshop is open to anyone!

Salzburg

The workshop will start on June 17 in Anja’s hometown, Salzburg, where you will get to photograph some of Anja’s favorite places in and around the center of town. We’ll explore small, medieval streets — the same streets Mozart walked — as well as baroque parks and architecture, and a traditional farmers market. We’ll ride a funicular up to the Festung — an 11th-century fortress overlooking the city from high above, which offers impressive views. You’ll have the opportunity to visit museums, take walks along the river Salzach, or work on your own project. And of course you will also get to enjoy traditional Austrian cuisine and we’ll get to taste delicious Austrian pastries in some of the elegant, old cafés in town.

A Village in the Alps

After three days in Salzburg, we travel by train to Rauris — a small, rustic village high in the Alps that dates from the 12th century. We’ll begin by photographing and exploring the village, which has a population of just 3,000 and is at an elevation of 3,000ft/950m. We'll make a day-trip into the mountains, walking along beautiful wooded paths and visit simple mountain huts for refreshment and rest (very easy hiking, but bring good walking shoes). During our stay, we’ll visit an exhibition of local photographers — all students of Anja's from workshops she has taught in Rauris.

We’re really fortunate to have the chance to experience a unique natural event that takes place once a year — a festival where the local horses battle to decide which one is the “boss” who will lead the herd up the mountainside for the summer. Workshop participants would be encouraged to not just photograph the horse fights, but rather tell a story about the people and the activity that surrounds this large cultural event.

There will be an opportunity to take a one-day trip to Zell am See, a neighboring lake village, to explore and photograph the town and enjoy a mountain-lake boat ride.

Vienna Option

Our workshop ends June 26, but if you'd like, you could travel by train with Anja to Vienna that day and experience that fabulous city on your own. Anja can recommend hotels, restaurants and more. Vienna is a stunning, cosmopolitan city that is at the crossroads of Europe.

Photography

Workshop participants are encouraged to study the differences between Salzburg and the mountain villages and to not focus only on famous and touristic monuments. This can be a great opportunity to work on compositional ideas and personal storytelling. If you’re interested in working on a project, we can discuss ideas before the trip begins. We will have two group critiques, one in Salzburg and one in Rauris, but Anja will of course always be available to answer photography questions and to guide each student individually. There will also be time for you to explore on your own if you like.

What's Included

  • Photography storytelling and composition coaching
  • Group and individual feedback sessions
  • Photo exploration of a variety of city and country surroundings
  • 9 nights double-occupancy accommodation in a simple Austrian-style bed & breakfast (breakfast included). Single room supplement: $550
  • Local public transportation
  • Roundtrip train transportation from Salzburg to the Alps
  • Entry fees to selected museums
  • Group presentation on the last evening
  • An optional photography consultation before the trip by phone or video-conference

Before the trip, you will receive details regarding schedule, what to bring, and how to prepare.

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to/from airports
  • Lunch and dinner are not included, but Anja will select local restaurants and taverns for those who would like to eat together

Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy

  • To reserve a spot in the workshop, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required. If you cancel 90 days or more before the beginning of the workshop, your payment, minus the deposit, will be refunded. If you cancel less than 90 days before the workshop, there will be no refund. Cancellations must be sent by email.
  • Payment in full is due by April 15, 2019.
  • Travel insurance is recommended.
  • 9 nights accommodation with breakfast (double occupancy in a bed & breakfast) is included in the fee. The bed & breakfast locations have stairs and no elevator.
  • You are responsible to book and pay for your own travel to and from Austria. Please book your flight so that you arrive in Salzburg no later than 3pm on June 17, 2019.
  • All registrations are accepted in the order received. Early registration is strongly recommended since space is limited.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the entire trip.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the workshop for under-enrollment. If the workshop is canceled before departure, you will be refunded the full amount of the workshop, including the deposit.
  • If you leave the workshop after it has started for any reason, you will not receive any refund.

Anja Hitzenberger LLC shall not be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, and any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government, or by acts of nature, strikes, fire, flood, war, terrorism, sickness, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Anja Hitzenberger LLC and its designated tour leaders for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any participant on any photo workshop. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrants, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants. You have assumed the responsibility to select an activity appropriate to your physical abilities and interests. You are personally responsible for being in sufficiently good health to undertake the activity.

 

Salzburg banner photo at top © Edward Ratliff
Horses photo © TVB Rauris / Nicole Wandinger
All other photos © Anja Hitzenberger

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Photo Retreat in Santa Fe and the High Desert


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October 16–20, 2024

Led by
Limited to 12 participants
Fee: $2,200
Deposit: $500 with balance due April 15, 2019
Reserve Your Spot

Anja Hitzenberger and Santa Fe resident Kai McBride lead this small group, starting in Santa Fe and making photographic daytrips by van through stunning High Desert scenery and quirky small towns. Cap off your photo retreat experience with an online group critique session two weeks after the trip.

Anja and Kai are creating an opportunity for photographers to immerse themselves in a focused and creative environment — enhance your skills, find inspiration, and connect with like-minded individuals. We chose Santa Fe for the scenic and inspiring location, the rejuvenating atmosphere of the High Desert, and to take advantage of Kai’s deep and esoteric local knowledge of the area. During the retreat you'll have the chance to capture unique captivating images while being accompanied by two experienced instructors to help spark new directions in your work.

In addition taking pictures, we'll also visit a variety of local artist spaces and galleries to take advantage of Santa Fe's unique and diverse cultural offerings.

About the Retreat

  • Tell stories in new surroundings
  • Learn new ways of photographic seeing
  • Absorb the surroundings, recharge your creative energy, and reflect on your photographic journey
  • Photograph natural landscapes, historic sites, eclectic architecture, and culturally rich destinations
  • The retreat will feature a good amount of walking in the city and country
  • Free time to explore Santa Fe
  • Online critique session
  • Great opportunity for our online students to meet in person — but this workshop is open to anyone!

Sante Fe

Santa Fe — known locally as “The City Different” — will act as our inspiring home base for the retreat. Artists have flocked to Santa Fe, New Mexico, drawn by the city's vibrant and unique artistic community, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking natural surroundings. The city's distinctive adobe architecture, diverse landscapes, and a blend of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures create a melting pot of artistic influences. The annual Santa Fe Indian Market, numerous art galleries, and a thriving local arts scene contribute to the city's reputation as a hub for creativity. During the five-day retreat we will walk the narrow adobe-lined streets, visit photography institutions and local artist spaces, photograph in areas only known to locals, and still have time each evening for exploring Santa Fe at your own pace. On arrival day, we'll all meet together in the early evening for dinner.

The High Desert

The High Desert of New Mexico is renowned for its stunning scenery, including unique rock formations, expansive vistas, and a sense of tranquility that has attracted artists and nature enthusiasts. The area around Santa Fe that we will be traveling to is over a mile above sea level, an elevation that often results in clear skies and abundant sunlight. The play of light and shadow over the rugged terrain enhances textures and shapes, creating dynamic and visually appealing scenes. When Kai first started visiting New Mexico he expected the desert to be the perfect location for a black and white photographer, but over the past six years he has come to appreciate that the High Desert often features a rich palette of colors, including the reds, oranges, and browns of rock formations, contrasting with the blue skies and greenery of hardy desert plants. This color diversity adds vibrancy to photographs.

In addition to the natural beauty of the surroundings, we will be photographing in some small and quirky towns with distinctive southwestern architecture, historic structures, and eclectic artistic embellishments. With Spanish-era gravestones, old coal mining artifacts, and the former Santa Fe Chief railway infrastructure, there are a variety of compelling man-made details to photograph.

In keeping with our notion of a retreat, the vast and open spaces of the High Desert create a sense of solitude and tranquility and your photographs can convey these feelings of serenity and isolation.

Photography

This retreat can be a great opportunity to work on compositional ideas and storytelling. If you’re interested in working on a project, we can discuss ideas before the trip begins. Anja and Kai will of course be available to answer photography questions and to guide each student individually. There will also be time for you to explore on your own if you like.

Growth: Perfect for those looking to improve on their basics or for more advanced photographers who are seeking a creative recharge, this retreat provides an immersive and enriching experience in a supportive and inspiring environment. Going beyond technical skills you might gain in a workshop or class, the retreat will offer a broader perspective on photography, increased confidence in your creative direction, and a renewed passion for the art form.

Feedback: After you return home and have a chance to reflect on the photographs you made, we will gather online for a show-and-tell and constructive group critique with Anja and Kai.

What's Included

  • Photo exploration of a variety of city and landscape surroundings
  • Photo walks through the historic, iconic downtown of Santa Fe
  • Photography storytelling and composition coaching
  • Daytrips by van to Plaza Blanca, Madrid, and many other locations such as churches, visits to local galleries and cultural spaces.
  • Transportation by van to daytrip locations.
  • Entry fees.
  • Online group critique session two weeks after the retreat.
Once you have registered, you’ll receive details regarding schedule, a list of recommended hotels, what to bring, how to prepare and, of course, transportation tips: for example, it's generally much cheaper to fly into Albuquerque and take a shuttle bus to Santa Fe, than to fly into Santa Fe directly!

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to/from airports
  • Accommodations are not provided, but we’ll email you several hotel suggestions
  • Meals are not included, but Kai will select local restaurants for those who would like to eat together.

Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy

  • To reserve a spot in the workshop, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required. If you cancel 90 days or more before the beginning of the workshop, your payment, minus the deposit, will be refunded. If you cancel less than 90 days before the workshop, there will be no refund. Cancellations must be sent by email.
  • Payment in full is due by August 1, 2024.
  • Travel insurance is recommended.
  • You are responsible to book and pay for your own travel to and from Santa Fe. Please book your flight so that you arrive in Santa Fe the afternoon of October 16, 2024 — we'll meet for dinner together at 6pm.
  • All registrations are accepted in the order received. Early registration is strongly recommended since space is limited.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the entire trip.
  • Partners are welcome to join us in the evenings, but only workshop participants can travel with us during the day.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the workshop for under-enrollment. If the workshop is canceled before departure, you will be refunded the full amount of the workshop, including the deposit.
  • If you leave the workshop after it has started for any reason, you will not receive any refund.
  • Itinerary is subject to change.

Anja Hitzenberger LLC shall not be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, and any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government, or by acts of nature, strikes, fire, flood, war, terrorism, sickness, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Anja Hitzenberger LLC and its designated tour leaders for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any participant on any photo workshop. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants. You have assumed the responsibility to select an activity appropriate to your physical abilities and interests. You are personally responsible for being in sufficiently good health to undertake the activity.

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Photo Retreat in Santa Fe and the High Desert


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October 16–20, 2024

Led by
Limited to 12 participants
Fee: $2,200
Deposit: $500 with balance due April 15, 2019
Sold Out

Anja Hitzenberger and Santa Fe resident Kai McBride lead this small group, starting in Santa Fe and making photographic daytrips by van through stunning High Desert scenery and quirky small towns. Cap off your photo retreat experience with an online group critique session two weeks after the trip.

Anja and Kai are creating an opportunity for photographers to immerse themselves in a focused and creative environment — enhance your skills, find inspiration, and connect with like-minded individuals. We chose Santa Fe for the scenic and inspiring location, the rejuvenating atmosphere of the High Desert, and to take advantage of Kai’s deep and esoteric local knowledge of the area. During the retreat you'll have the chance to capture unique captivating images while being accompanied by two experienced instructors to help spark new directions in your work.

In addition taking pictures, we'll also visit a variety of local artist spaces and galleries to take advantage of Santa Fe's unique and diverse cultural offerings.

About the Retreat

  • Tell stories in new surroundings
  • Learn new ways of photographic seeing
  • Absorb the surroundings, recharge your creative energy, and reflect on your photographic journey
  • Photograph natural landscapes, historic sites, eclectic architecture, and culturally rich destinations
  • The retreat will feature a good amount of walking in the city and country
  • Free time to explore Santa Fe
  • Online critique session
  • Great opportunity for our online students to meet in person — but this workshop is open to anyone!

Sante Fe

Santa Fe — known locally as “The City Different” — will act as our inspiring home base for the retreat. Artists have flocked to Santa Fe, New Mexico, drawn by the city's vibrant and unique artistic community, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking natural surroundings. The city's distinctive adobe architecture, diverse landscapes, and a blend of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures create a melting pot of artistic influences. The annual Santa Fe Indian Market, numerous art galleries, and a thriving local arts scene contribute to the city's reputation as a hub for creativity. During the five-day retreat we will walk the narrow adobe-lined streets, visit photography institutions and local artist spaces, photograph in areas only known to locals, and still have time each evening for exploring Santa Fe at your own pace. On arrival day, we'll all meet together in the early evening for dinner.

The High Desert

The High Desert of New Mexico is renowned for its stunning scenery, including unique rock formations, expansive vistas, and a sense of tranquility that has attracted artists and nature enthusiasts. The area around Santa Fe that we will be traveling to is over a mile above sea level, an elevation that often results in clear skies and abundant sunlight. The play of light and shadow over the rugged terrain enhances textures and shapes, creating dynamic and visually appealing scenes. When Kai first started visiting New Mexico he expected the desert to be the perfect location for a black and white photographer, but over the past six years he has come to appreciate that the High Desert often features a rich palette of colors, including the reds, oranges, and browns of rock formations, contrasting with the blue skies and greenery of hardy desert plants. This color diversity adds vibrancy to photographs.

In addition to the natural beauty of the surroundings, we will be photographing in some small and quirky towns with distinctive southwestern architecture, historic structures, and eclectic artistic embellishments. With Spanish-era gravestones, old coal mining artifacts, and the former Santa Fe Chief railway infrastructure, there are a variety of compelling man-made details to photograph.

In keeping with our notion of a retreat, the vast and open spaces of the High Desert create a sense of solitude and tranquility and your photographs can convey these feelings of serenity and isolation.

Photography

This retreat can be a great opportunity to work on compositional ideas and storytelling. If you’re interested in working on a project, we can discuss ideas before the trip begins. Anja and Kai will of course be available to answer photography questions and to guide each student individually. There will also be time for you to explore on your own if you like.

Growth: Perfect for those looking to improve on their basics or for more advanced photographers who are seeking a creative recharge, this retreat provides an immersive and enriching experience in a supportive and inspiring environment. Going beyond technical skills you might gain in a workshop or class, the retreat will offer a broader perspective on photography, increased confidence in your creative direction, and a renewed passion for the art form.

Feedback: After you return home and have a chance to reflect on the photographs you made, we will gather online for a show-and-tell and constructive group critique with Anja and Kai.

What's Included

  • Photo exploration of a variety of city and landscape surroundings
  • Photo walks through the historic, iconic downtown of Santa Fe
  • Photography storytelling and composition coaching
  • Daytrips by van to Plaza Blanca, Madrid, and other locations such as churches, visits to local galleries and cultural spaces.
  • Transportation by van to daytrip locations.
  • Entry fees.
  • Online group critique session two weeks after the retreat.
Once you have registered, you’ll receive details regarding schedule, a list of recommended hotels, what to bring, how to prepare and, of course, transportation tips: for example, it's generally much cheaper to fly into Albuquerque and take a shuttle bus to Santa Fe, than to fly into Santa Fe directly!

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to/from airports
  • Accommodations are not provided, but we’ll email you several hotel suggestions
  • Meals are not included, but Kai will select local restaurants for those who would like to eat together.

Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy

  • Travel insurance is recommended. The fee for this retreat is non-refundable.
  • You are responsible to book and pay for your own travel to and from Santa Fe. Please book your flight so that you arrive in Santa Fe the afternoon of October 16, 2024 — we'll meet for dinner together at 6pm.
  • All registrations are accepted in the order received. Early registration is strongly recommended since space is limited.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the entire trip.
  • Partners are welcome to join us in the evenings, but only workshop participants can travel with us during the day.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the workshop for under-enrollment. If the workshop is canceled before departure, you will be refunded the full amount of the workshop, including the deposit.
  • If you leave the workshop after it has started for any reason, you will not receive any refund.
  • Itinerary is subject to change.

Anja Hitzenberger LLC shall not be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, and any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government, or by acts of nature, strikes, fire, flood, war, terrorism, sickness, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Anja Hitzenberger LLC and its designated tour leaders for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any participant on any photo workshop. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants. You have assumed the responsibility to select an activity appropriate to your physical abilities and interests. You are personally responsible for being in sufficiently good health to undertake the activity.

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Payment


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October 16–20, 2024

Led by
Limited to 12 participants
Fee: $2,200
Deposit: $500 $1,950 with balance due April 15, 2019
Reserve Your Spot

Anja Hitzenberger and Santa Fe resident Kai McBride lead this small group, starting in Santa Fe and making photographic daytrips by van through stunning High Desert scenery and quirky small towns. Cap off your photo retreat experience with an online group critique session two weeks after the trip.

Anja and Kai are creating an opportunity for photographers to immerse themselves in a focused and creative environment — enhance your skills, find inspiration, and connect with like-minded individuals. We chose Santa Fe for the scenic and inspiring location, the rejuvenating atmosphere of the High Desert, and to take advantage of Kai’s deep and esoteric local knowledge of the area. During the retreat you'll have the chance to capture unique captivating images while being accompanied by two experienced instructors to help spark new directions in your work.

In addition taking pictures, we'll also visit a variety of local artist spaces and galleries to take advantage of Santa Fe's unique and diverse cultural offerings.

About the Retreat

  • Tell stories in new surroundings
  • Learn new ways of photographic seeing
  • Absorb the surroundings, recharge your creative energy, and reflect on your photographic journey
  • Photograph natural landscapes, historic sites, eclectic architecture, and culturally rich destinations
  • The retreat will feature a good amount of walking in the city and country
  • Free time to explore Santa Fe
  • Online critique session
  • Great opportunity for our online students to meet in person — but this workshop is open to anyone!

Sante Fe

Santa Fe — known locally as “The City Different” — will act as our inspiring home base for the retreat. Artists have flocked to Santa Fe, New Mexico, drawn by the city's vibrant and unique artistic community, rich cultural heritage, and breathtaking natural surroundings. The city's distinctive adobe architecture, diverse landscapes, and a blend of Native American, Hispanic, and Anglo cultures create a melting pot of artistic influences. The annual Santa Fe Indian Market, numerous art galleries, and a thriving local arts scene contribute to the city's reputation as a hub for creativity. During the five-day retreat we will walk the narrow adobe-lined streets, visit photography institutions and local artist spaces, photograph in areas only known to locals, and still have time each evening for exploring Santa Fe at your own pace. On arrival day, we'll all meet together in the early evening for dinner.

The High Desert

The High Desert of New Mexico is renowned for its stunning scenery, including unique rock formations, expansive vistas, and a sense of tranquility that has attracted artists and nature enthusiasts. The area around Santa Fe that we will be traveling to is over a mile above sea level, an elevation that often results in clear skies and abundant sunlight. The play of light and shadow over the rugged terrain enhances textures and shapes, creating dynamic and visually appealing scenes. When Kai first started visiting New Mexico he expected the desert to be the perfect location for a black and white photographer, but over the past six years he has come to appreciate that the High Desert often features a rich palette of colors, including the reds, oranges, and browns of rock formations, contrasting with the blue skies and greenery of hardy desert plants. This color diversity adds vibrancy to photographs.

In addition to the natural beauty of the surroundings, we will be photographing in some small and quirky towns with distinctive southwestern architecture, historic structures, and eclectic artistic embellishments. With Spanish-era gravestones, old coal mining artifacts, and the former Santa Fe Chief railway infrastructure, there are a variety of compelling man-made details to photograph.

In keeping with our notion of a retreat, the vast and open spaces of the High Desert create a sense of solitude and tranquility and your photographs can convey these feelings of serenity and isolation.

Photography

This retreat can be a great opportunity to work on compositional ideas and storytelling. If you’re interested in working on a project, we can discuss ideas before the trip begins. Anja and Kai will of course be available to answer photography questions and to guide each student individually. There will also be time for you to explore on your own if you like.

Growth: Perfect for those looking to improve on their basics or for more advanced photographers who are seeking a creative recharge, this retreat provides an immersive and enriching experience in a supportive and inspiring environment. Going beyond technical skills you might gain in a workshop or class, the retreat will offer a broader perspective on photography, increased confidence in your creative direction, and a renewed passion for the art form.

Feedback: After you return home and have a chance to reflect on the photographs you made, we will gather online for a show-and-tell and constructive group critique with Anja and Kai.

What's Included

  • Photo exploration of a variety of city and landscape surroundings
  • Photo walks through the historic, iconic downtown of Santa Fe
  • Photography storytelling and composition coaching
  • Daytrips by van to Plaza Blanca, Madrid, and many other locations such as churches, visits to local galleries and cultural spaces.
  • Transportation by van to daytrip locations.
  • Entry fees.
  • Online group critique session two weeks after the retreat.
Once you have registered, you’ll receive details regarding schedule, a list of recommended hotels, what to bring, how to prepare and, of course, transportation tips: for example, it's generally much cheaper to fly into Albuquerque and take a shuttle bus to Santa Fe, than to fly into Santa Fe directly!

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to/from airports
  • Accommodations are not provided, but we’ll email you several hotel suggestions
  • Meals are not included, but Kai will select local restaurants for those who would like to eat together.

Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy

  • To reserve a spot in the workshop, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required. If you cancel 90 days or more before the beginning of the workshop, your payment, minus the deposit, will be refunded. If you cancel less than 90 days before the workshop, there will be no refund. Cancellations must be sent by email.
  • Payment in full is due by August 1, 2024.
  • Travel insurance is recommended.
  • You are responsible to book and pay for your own travel to and from Santa Fe. Please book your flight so that you arrive in Santa Fe the afternoon of October 16, 2024 — we'll meet for dinner together at 6pm.
  • All registrations are accepted in the order received. Early registration is strongly recommended since space is limited.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the entire trip.
  • Partners are welcome to join us in the evenings, but only workshop participants can travel with us during the day.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the workshop for under-enrollment. If the workshop is canceled before departure, you will be refunded the full amount of the workshop, including the deposit.
  • If you leave the workshop after it has started for any reason, you will not receive any refund.
  • Itinerary is subject to change.

Anja Hitzenberger LLC shall not be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, and any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government, or by acts of nature, strikes, fire, flood, war, terrorism, sickness, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Anja Hitzenberger LLC and its designated tour leaders for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any participant on any photo workshop. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants. You have assumed the responsibility to select an activity appropriate to your physical abilities and interests. You are personally responsible for being in sufficiently good health to undertake the activity.

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Photo Retreat in Rockland, Maine


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September 23–27, 2026

Led by
Limited to 12 participants
Fee: $2200
Deposit: $ $1980 with balance due April 15, 2019
Reserve Your Spot

Join Anja Hitzenberger on a small-group photo retreat in beautiful Rockland, Maine, along with Rockland local and photographer Shawn Buterbaugh.

Photographers, painters, and writers have been drawn to Rockland for generations, where lobster boats unload their catch steps away from art galleries, and the light off Penobscot Bay shifts from crystalline morning clarity to golden harbor glow by evening. You'll be able to photograph timeworn docks and granite shores, explore hidden alleys and abandoned grain silos, work with a master printer and show work you just created in a special one-night exhibition and reception with the community, and leave with two beautiful prints of your work. We'll visit a nearby island by ferry, visit local artist spaces and galleries, eat amazing food, and immerse ourselves in a creative community.

Rockland is a small town — about a 2-hour drive from Portland, Maine, or a 90-minute flight from New York City — and we'll be walking to our destinations, so bring comfortable shoes.

Before the retreat we'll meet for an online pre-meeting on Zoom — and two weeks after the photo retreat, we'll reconnect with an online group critique sessionThis is a great opportunity to immerse yourself in a focused and creative environment — enhance your skills, find inspiration, and connect with like-minded individuals.

On this retreat you'll...

  • Recharge your creative energy, and reflect on your photographic journey
  • Photograph working boatyards, the weathered architecture of the town, natural landscapes, historic sites, and more
  • Explore and photograph a nearby island on a ferry excursion
  • Work with a master printer on images you create — to be shown in a final exhibition
  • Tell stories in new surroundings
  • Have time on your own to explore Rockland
  • Enjoy a traditional Maine lobster bake
  • Have the opportunity to relax at James Beard–recognized restaurants and craft breweries in between taking pictures

This is a great opportunity for our online students to meet up in person — but this workshop is open to anyone!

Rockland: Maine's Art Capital Meets Working Waterfront

Known as the Art Capital of Maine, walkable Rockland offers photographers a rare combination of world-class cultural institutions and gritty maritime authenticity. A walk to the harbor at dawn and you'll see boats heading out — by afternoon, you might find yourself in the Farnsworth Art Museum, the Center for Maine Contemporary Art (CMCA), or one of the town's many shops, galleries, restaurants, and cafes. In the compact downtown you'll be wandering alongside old brick facades, while the South End reveals a more industrial character: working boatyards, abandoned grain silos, and a museum celebrating the local maritime heritage. This is a place where commercial fishermen and contemporary artists share the same streets.

Explore Vinalhaven Island by Ferry

A short ferry ride takes us to Vinalhaven, Maine's largest year-round island — a slice of authentic old Maine with quiet roads winding past stone walls and weathered barns, protected coves, working wharves, and a timelessness that looks much as it did decades ago. It is also the home of the artist Robert Indiana (1928–2018) who spent the last 40 years of his life in the "Star of Hope," a former 19th-century Odd Fellows Hall that he transformed into a combined home, studio, and personal museum. Now in disrepair and closed to the public (as well as tied up in lengthy litigation), we'll have special and rare access to photograph inside the building in his living space.

Also on the island, in the small village of Carver's Harbor, you'll see a fascinating working wharf. Roads beyond town lead to abandoned granite quarries, old cemeteries, coastal landscapes, and views across Penobscot Bay. This is a working fishing community, not a tourist destination.

Work with a Master Printer + Exhibition

A special part of this retreat is that you’ll work with a local master printer on images you’ve just created. He'll make a presentation on the myriad types of paper available now (ranging from delicate Japanese papers to heavyweight cotton rags to glossy surfaces), and how to find the perfect paper for your specific images. We’ll also discuss how best to prepare files for printing. He'll print two images of your choice that you’ll be able to take home with you — and also show in the one-night exhibition (with reception) that we've organized for you to share your new work with each other and the local arts community.

Anja will meet with each student individually, helping you select and adjust your images to prepare for the printing session and exhibition.

Backyard Lobster Bake

We'll gather for a traditional Maine lobster bake — fresh-caught lobster, steamers, corn, and all the fixings as the light softens and the day winds down, all included in the retreat.

Photography

Support: This retreat can be a great opportunity to work on compositional ideas and storytelling. If you’re interested in working on a project, we can discuss ideas before the trip begins. Anja will have specific assignments ready at each location for those who would like individual guidance, and there will also be time for you to explore on your own if you like.

Growth: Perfect for those looking to improve on their basics or for more advanced photographers who are seeking a creative recharge, this retreat provides an immersive and enriching experience in a supportive and inspiring environment. This retreat will offer a broad perspective on photography, and lead you to increased confidence in your creative direction, and a renewed passion for the art form.

Feedback: After you return home and have a chance to reflect on the photographs you made, we'll gather online for a show-and-tell and constructive group critique with Anja.

What's Included

  • Pre-meeting on Zoom for all participants to prepare for the retreat and ask questions.
  • Photo exploration of the town and waterfront.
  • Visit by ferry to the island of Vinalhaven.
  • Photography storytelling and composition coaching.
  • Working with a master printer to create two prints that you'll take home with you.
  • One-night group exhibition with reception.
  • Traditional Maine lobster bake!
  • Entry fees on our group outings.
  • Online group critique session two weeks after the retreat.
Once you have registered, you’ll receive details regarding schedule, a list of recommended hotels, what to bring, how to prepare and, of course, transportation tips.

What's Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Transportation to/from airports
  • Accommodations are not provided, but we’ll provide several hotel suggestions
  • Meals — except the lobster bake — are not included, but we'll provide a list of excellent local restaurants.

Terms & Conditions / Cancellation Policy

  • To reserve a spot in the workshop, a non-refundable deposit of $500 is required. If you cancel 90 days or more before the beginning of the workshop, your payment, minus the deposit, will be refunded. If you cancel less than 90 days before the workshop, there will be no refund. Cancellation requests must be sent by email.
  • Payment in full is due by June 20, 2026.
  • Travel insurance is recommended. The fee for this retreat is non-refundable.
  • You are responsible to book and pay for your own travel to and from Rockland. Please book your flight so that you arrive in Rockland the afternoon of Wednesday, September 23, 2026 — we'll meet for dinner together at 6pm. The retreat ends on Sunday, September 27, with the exhibition in the afternoon; you might plan to depart the next day, Monday.
  • All registrations are accepted in the order received. Early registration is strongly recommended since space is limited.
  • Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian for the entire trip.
  • Partners are welcome to join us in the evenings, but only workshop participants can be with us during the day.
  • We reserve the right to cancel the workshop for under-enrollment. If the workshop is canceled before departure, you will be refunded the full amount of the workshop, including the deposit.
  • If you leave the workshop after it has started for any reason, you will not receive any refund.
  • Itinerary is subject to change.
Anja Hitzenberger LLC shall not be held responsible for any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, and any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government, or by acts of nature, strikes, fire, flood, war, terrorism, sickness, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against Anja Hitzenberger LLC and its designated tour leaders for any such loss, damage, injury, or death. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept or remove any participant on any photo workshop. Anja Hitzenberger LLC reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant, or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of participants. You have assumed the responsibility to select an activity appropriate to your physical abilities and interests. You are personally responsible for being in sufficiently good health to undertake the activity.