Group Workshop
Stacy Park is designated an “Urban Night Sky Place” by DarkSky International (one of our available Charitable Organizations for our 5% donation).
The park offers relatively dark skies, considering its proximity to the city. It’s a great, convenient location for beginners or experienced astrophotographers to practice and test out new gear/techniques.
This is an excellent Workshop to learn and practice astrophotography in the field with an experienced photographer.
$79 / person
3+ Hours
Dates & Times:
Duration:
Price:
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This workshop is specifically timed throughout the year to coincide with the best position of the Milky Way and the phase of the moon.
Start times vary throughout the year.
Location:
Stacy Park
9750 Old Bonhomme Rd, Olivette, MO 63132
How It Works:
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Small groups (max 5 guests) allow us to keep light to a minimum and provide tailored instruction to each participant
Let us know any specific goals, a little about your photographic style, and what gear you plan to bring through our form during checkout.
Rent any gear that you may be missing or would like to try
Arrive at the meeting Location at least 15 minutes early
Your guide will provide instructions during a brief introduction, and the group will begin setting up.
Please note the times and weather. This workshop can get cold, even in warmer times of the year.
What You Should Bring:
Required:
Camera (with Manual Mode)
“Point and Shoot” or “Bridge” Cameras are NOT recommended for this workshop.
Lenses
We can support lenses of any size. However, we suggest a lens between 14-24mm, with an aperture of f/2.8 or faster. Higher apertures can work, and you may desire longer focal lengths (only suggested if you’ve done Astro before).
If you’re unsure whether you have an adequate lens, please reach out to us, and we’ll guide you through the process.
2x - Fully charged batteries
Memory Card
Camera Support (Quality Tripod)
Appropriate Clothing for the Workshop
Breathable clothing with layers for temperature control is best.
Optional:
Camera Bag
Camera Straps
Insect Repellent
What We Provide:
One or more experienced photographers will guide you and assist with photography.
Your guide will assist with photography in the field (including but not limited to camera settings, composition, focus, exposure, etc.).
Red-light Headlamp
Water & Snacks
Refunds, Cancellations, & Rescheduling:
The standard Refunds, Cancellations, and Rescheduling Policy applies.
Private Workshop
Experience the same great Workshop but with one-on-one guidance.
Benefits of Private Workshops:
Additional time - We will arrive on location earlier to have more time to set up and discuss composition & focusing.
It’s all about you! Tailored locations throughout the park, angles, etc., based solely on your preferences.
Instruction and guidance are specific to your photography style, goals, gear, and preferred setup.
Distances from the subject are based on your focal lengths, not the group. This can sometimes be tricky in group astrophotography if there are differences in focal lengths. Wide-angle lenses have more opportunity to have someone else (or their gear) in frame.
There’s a greater opportunity for teaching time in the field.
We can be more agile and get to different locations/angles without a larger group.
$349 (up to 2 people)
4+ Hours
Duration:
Price:
$79 / additional person (max of 5 in a group)
NOTE: Benefits for a Private Workshop with more than 2 people change. Now it’s more about having one group that can decide together.
Dates & Times:
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Dates are the same as group workshops, though the times are different. Private Workshops start earlier.
Gear can be one of the most expensive aspects of photography.
While there are less expensive options, a professional wildlife setup can cost $20,000 - $40,000. Often, it’s ideal to rent what you need for the time you need it.
If you’re taking a trip, want to try out a new piece of gear before buying it, or have a shot that requires a specific item, take a look at our rentals.
Individual Items
Kits
Packaged “Kits” for particular applications and/or budgets. Save up to 20% off by bundling.
Policies
Rentals are available in 24-hour increments
If you're not joining a Tour / Workshop, please contact us to arrange pickup. (Additional charges may apply.)
If the item is damaged, lost, or stolen, renter will pay $500 deductible or replacement cost of item(s), whichever is less. (For large rentals, the $500 deductible may be held in advance.)
Need help figuring out this new gear?
Enroll in a Private Instruction session, and we’ll cover it in detail.