# Event Details - **Event Name**: 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 08 Jan, 2027 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 10 Jan, 2027 at 12:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event Description**: Master the Art of Nature Photography in Southern California’s Most Stunning Desert Landscapes Description: Join award-winning photographer Paulette Donnellon for an immersive weekend of breathtaking landscapes, golden hour shots, and hands-on instruction in southern California’s most scenic desert locations. Date/Time: 3:00 p.m. Friday, January 8 - 12:00 p.m. Sunday, January 10, 2027 Location: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Sonny Bono National Wildlife Refuge Cost: ABF Member: $765 (Join for just $35 and get the Member rate!) Non-Member: $900 Registration: https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=54b9c512-1101-44bb-aaad-60627e3915d2&envId=p-Of6JnJ-NDU-Ys4lsF7CG9w&zone=usa What to Expect: Sunset photography session in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (Friday evening) Sunrise shoot in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park (Saturday morning) Saturday and Sunday morning photo workshop at Sonny Bono National Wildlife Refuge Expert guidance on camera settings, composition, and editing Who Should Attend: Photographers of all levels—beginner to advanced Nature and wildlife lovers looking to sharpen their photography skills Anyone looking to learn from an award-winning nature photographer What Previous Attendees Are Saying about Paulette’s Workshops: “…loved the location, the instructor, so knowledgeable and so talented! So passionate about the area and her photography! Paulette is a treasure!” “I was able to see the beauty of the desert in a new way. Plus, with Paulette’s help, I was able to capture the magic in photographs.” “Paulette was very generous about sharing her expertise. Her suggestions for compositions in the field and her immediate feedback onsite were terrific. I appreciated her sharing post processing techniques as well. It was stunning to see the amazing range of color and beauty in the desert. I look forward to attending more workshops in the future. Thank you for an amazing day.” What to Bring: Your preferred camera and equipment (can even be a phone camera) Sturdy closed-toe shoes Long pants Layers Sun protection Water & snacks What’s Included: Happy hour drinks and charcuterie at Friday night’s sunset photography session Light breakfast Saturday and Sunday Lunch on Saturday What’s Not Included: Other meals Lodging (we recommend staying in Borrego Springs Friday evening and in Brawley Saturday evening for close proximity to field locations) Cancellation Policy: Please see our FAQs page to read our cancellation policy. About the Instructor: Paulette Donnellon is an award-winning nature and wildlife photographer whose image of an Eastern Collared Lizard is featured on the 2024 America the Beautiful National Park Pass. When she isn’t out in nature taking photos, she is employed by LEGO® Education and has served as a trustee for eight years for the San Diego County Board of Education and as an Executive Board member of Anza-Borrego Foundation. Paulette served nine years in the U.S. Army and was deployed during Desert Storm. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the flora, fauna and landscape features of Anza-Borrego. You can check out her photos on Instagram at @photogpaulette. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/borrego-springs/3-day-nature-photography-workshop-with-paulette-donnellon/200030423729003 - **Event Categories**: workshops, art, photography - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 15 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Borrego Springs - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - **lat**: 33.2580210147 - **long**: -116.40654315472 - **full address**: Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, 200 Palm Canyon Dr,Borrego, California, Borrego Springs, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d9c833ff52d193bee67c16e3c0f16868eafe2397d4af5a4d87f4e99e7a675e08-rimg-w1200-h675-dc587878-gmir?v=1787061265 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon being held? - **A:** 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon takes place on Fri, 08 Jan, 2027 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 10 Jan, 2027 at 12:00 pm at Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, 200 Palm Canyon Dr,Borrego, California, Borrego Springs, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon ? - **A:** 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon is organized by Anza-Borrego Foundation. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 3-Day Nature Photography Workshop with Paulette Donnellon is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Borrego Springs, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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