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Larsmont Cottages on Lake SuperiorTwo Harbors, MN, United States
 
 

3-Day Milky Way Photography Workshop

By Odyssey Resorts (other events)

Fri, Aug 29 2025 6:00 PM CDT Sun, Aug 31 2025 11:00 AM CDT
 
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Join us on Minnesota’s North Shore, home to some of the darkest skies, for a hands-on Milky Way photography workshop during the new moon.

3-Day Workshop Schedule:

August 29, 6 – 10 PM: Meet & Greet + Night Photography Basics. Learn camera settings and techniques, then head to the shoreline for hands-on practice.

August 30, 5 PM – Midnight: Field Session. Capture a Lake Superior sunset, prep for night shots, and photograph the Milky Way’s galactic core.

August 31, 9 – 11 AM: Editing Session. Edit and share your best shots. Open presentation on night sky photography from 10–11 AM.

Small group editing session, conference room access, coffee & snacks included.

Who is this class for? All experience levels are welcome. A digital camera is required.

Recommended Gear:
DSLR/Mirrorless Camera
Wide-angle lens (f/3 or lower)
Tripod
Laptop with editing software (Lightroom/Photoshop recommended)

Topics Covered:
✔ Night photography settings & composition
✔ Scouting & locating the Milky Way
✔ Focusing in low light & low-level lighting techniques

Weather Plan: If skies are cloudy, we’ll practice low-level lighting. If storms roll in, we’ll try to capture lightning!