Nature's Eye Photography Workshop

Nature's Eye Photography Workshop

This workshop, led by photographer Bob Phalen, will teach you the fundamentals of how your camera operates and how to understand the information it provides. Whether you use a film or digital camera, the workshop will equip you with the technical know-how to produce beautiful images that will make you smile.

In this immersive workshop, Bob offers photography instruction for various interests, including capturing better photos of family and understanding wildlife techniques. His teaching approach utilizes the Missouri Conservationist magazine as a practical guide. Participants will also receive simplified supplementary materials to aid their learning. This instruction aims to make photography skills accessible and understandable for all participants.

Wear comfortable clothing, as this is an outdoor class. Tickets will be refunded in the event of cancellation. Please note that pets are not permitted for our farm's safety.

A Little About the Instructor:

Bob Phelan got his first camera as a Boy Scout, and 60+ years later, he's still at it/going strong. He's the admin for the Rolla-based Ozarks Shutter Junkies, a Facebook photography mentoring group, worked as a DOD civilian photographer in Germany some 40 years ago, Taught photography at Rolla Technical Center and Missouri S&T, and photography remains a big part of his job at S&T.He likes wildlife photography, highschool and college sports, studio portraiture, and whatever else he finds in his travels.

Photography is the ultimate life therapyHis teaching approach is to build your confidence in yourself and your ability to tell your own visual story. How to capture what YOU see, your way. The camera is simply the tool by which you do that, even if it's the camera in your phone.

What’s included in your ticket?

• Valuable hands-on photography information
• Informational handouts to take home
• Lavender-inspired snacks and beverage

Parking

Parking is in a designated area of the field. Signage will guide you to designated spaces. We have added a small parking lot adjacent to the picnic patio. Our gift shop is ADA accessible.

Gift Shop on Site

You'll find a curated selection of lavender-inspired products available in our gift shop for purchase. Our products are always available online at LavenderRhapsody.com

Cancellation/Refund Policy

In the event of severe weather, you can reschedule your visit.

For the Safety and Enjoyment of Everyone

• Dress for the occasion as you will be walking on rocky roads and grassy uneven field surfaces. Comfortable shoes and sunscreen are highly recommended. We also suggest wearing insect repellent and a sun hat.
• We have many pollinators working in the field during bloom time. If you have bee or other severe seasonal allergies, please take personal precautions.
• No smoking, vaping, or use of tobacco is allowed during your visit.
• Although we love dogs, you will have to leave them at home. Our farm is a working farm and residence, to protect our lavender plants, fields, and landscaping, we do not allow pets or other animals. Please contact us in advance if you have a service animal.
• We kindly ask that you “leave no trace” and carry out anything you bring in. Thank you!

Photography

As you explore the rows of lavender, we hope you take some memorable photos. Personal cell phone photography during your visit is always welcome. Photos can be taken when we are open during the U-Pick. If you capture a photo you adore and share on social media, we would love it if you would tag us @LavenderRhapsody!

Professional photographers, receiving payment for work, please contact us at to inquire about scheduling a photo shoot in the lavender fields. A site fee applies. We are not able to accommodate photographers during our U-Pick hours.

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