Join us for a short three-hour tour, a day trip or spend days with us!
We limit attendance to five or six photographers per workshop leader so that everyone can get individual attention.
We plan our tours so that every level of photographer will learn, have lots of fun and leave with amazing images!
We specialize in workshops in Florida and Women-Only Trips.
December 2018
3 Day Mt Dora Ladies Photography Retreat
Have fun, travel and improve your photography!
Mt Dora is an adorable town, filled with Victorian style houses, a chain of lakes and many antique and specialty stores. This year we want to go at Christmastime to experience the town all lit up! Mt Dora takes this holiday very seriously!
January 2019
Free Photowalk Lovers Key Park
Join Joe Fitzpatrick as he leads a free Photowalk on the beautiful beaches of Fort Myers at Lovers Key State Park. Photographers are welcomed and encouraged to attend the event in order to gain knowledge about various photography tips and techniques. For years, Lovers Key was accessible only by boat and it was said that only lovers traveled to the island to enjoy its remote and solitary beach. Today, it is one of four barrier islands that make up this state…
Find out more »Miami Photo Adventure Day Trip
Pack your camera and join us in Miami for a unique photo adventure. Capture the color and variety of graffiti taken to the level of high art.
Find out more »Everglades 4 Day Photo Adventure
In Everglades the wildlife is everywhere. Birds, the Everglades is host to 350 species, as well as the ever present alligators will provide you with unique photo opportunities.
You will capture spectacular images of all this and more when you join Understand Photography in the Everglades for a 4 day photography workshop.
February 2019
Havana & Vinales, Cuba Ladies Photo Tour
7 day Ladies Only Havana and Vinales Cuba trip planned for February 2-9, 2019.
Workshop includes landscape and cityscape photography, street photography, off camera lighting with models, including a dancer in Havana and a farmer in Vinales, horseback riding, classic car rides and more. We'll go during tobacco harvesting time in Vinales so we'll get awesome images of the tobacco farming, farmers, etc.
Wakodahatchee Wetlands & Butterfly World Transportation included
Join Understand Photography on a photo trip to learn photography techniques, enabling you to overcome exposure, lighting and compositional challenges. With guidance you will learn to control the complex features of your camera.
Find out more »Free Photowalk Fort Myers Car Cruise-In
Join Joe Fitzpatrick as he leads a free Photowalk in Downtown Fort Myers during the famous Car Cruise-In. You will have the opportunity to view unique cars from all over Southwest Florida. Photographers are welcomed and encouraged to attend the event in order to gain knowledge about various photography tips and techniques. From classic to cool, downtown streets are lined with the sight of these show cars on the fourth Sunday of the month from 12 noon – 4 pm. Music,…
Find out more »April 2019
4 Day St Augustine Photo Adventure
Experienced workshop leader and mentor Joe Fitzpatrick will guide you to his favorite locations at the time of day when the light is right. At each location Joe will share his techniques, enabling you to overcome exposure, lighting and compositional challenges.
Find out more »May 2019
Florida’s Forgotten Coast 5 day Workshop
Join Joe Fitzpatrick on a trip to Old Florida in the Florida panhandle. Our base is the adorable town of Apalachicola, home of Tupelo honey and oysters!
Find out more »June 2019
Women’s Photography Weekend Naples Florida
Join professional photographer Peggy Farren for a women’s photography weekend. This weekend is designed for beginner to intermediate photographers. Enjoy while learning photography and go home with fabulous images!
Find out more »For other photography events please see our full schedule
Essential Preparation Tips for Travel Photography
This free report will help you choose the right cameras, lenses and accessories for your travels. You'll need different equipment depending on where you are going, your finances, and the weight of the gear. We'll show you how to determine the best equipment for your needs. Also included is a comprehensive list on what you'll need, some things you may not have heard before but you'll be so glad we let you know!