Explore. Create. Connect.
Photography Workshops & Expeditions
Join me, Andrew Hertel, for immersive photography experiences that go beyond the frame, from the deserts of Death Valley to the remote peaks of Kyrgyzstan and the hidden coastlines of San Diego. My workshops are designed for photographers who want to deepen their craft, reconnect with nature, and find their own visual voice.
More Than Just a Workshop
Every workshop I lead is built around the idea that photography is as much about experience as it is about technique. Whether we’re walking across quiet dunes before sunrise, hiking into a mountain valley, or learning to read light along the coast, the focus is always on slowing down, connecting to the landscape, and creating from a place of intention.
While my fine art work is rooted in black and white, my workshops are open to photographers of all styles and experience levels. You’ll learn to see light, composition, and emotion in a new way, and leave with more than just great photographs.
Upcoming Workshops
Death Valley Workshop
December 11–14, 2025 (Sold Out) 2026 Dates coming soon
Discover the raw beauty of Death Valley through an immersive, small-group workshop focused on light, texture, and creative exploration. From vast dunes to remote canyons, we’ll work for our images—not from the parking lot.
Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour
July 10–20, 2026 (Two Spaces Remaining)
A once-in-a-lifetime photography journey through the mountains and valleys of Central Asia. Experience one of the few places where the nomadic lifestyle remains, and photograph breathtaking landscapes, yurt camps, and eagle hunters.
Utah Wilderness Workshop
May 1-7 2026 (with Hunter Page & Seth Hammel)
Join me and two of my closest friends for a backcountry photography experience in Utah’s most remote and awe-inspiring landscapes. Expect rugged beauty, creative growth, and real adventure.
Utah Fall Colors Workshop
September 27-30, 2026 (with Hunter Page)
Experience the beauty of southern Utah during peak autumn color. I’ll be joining photographer and wilderness guide Hunter Page for an intimate, small-group workshop designed for those who want to explore and create in one of the most striking regions of the American West.
We’ll chase light through mountain valleys and golden aspen forests, explore remote canyons, and immerse ourselves in the rhythm of the desert as it transforms for fall. My role in the field is focused on helping participants slow down, connect with the landscape, and find meaning in simplicity—turning each moment into a creative opportunity.
Private San Diego Workshops & Tours
Year-Round
Personalized one-on-one sessions along the coast or in the nearby mountains and deserts. Perfect for travelers or locals who want to explore, learn, and create in one of California’s most diverse regions.
Yosemite Winter Workshop
Details Coming Soon
This winter workshop in Yosemite National Park is centered on slowing down and working deeply within a familiar landscape under uncommon conditions. Winter transforms Yosemite into a quieter, more introspective place—one where snowfall, fog, and shifting light simplify the scene and invite a different way of seeing. Rather than chasing iconic viewpoints, we’ll focus on personal interpretation, subtle compositions, and responding to what the park offers in the moment. Time in the field will be balanced with image review and post-processing, creating space to reflect on both the experience and the photographs that come from it. Full details will be shared as the workshop takes shape.
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