Chasing Ozark Waterfalls Photo Retreat (May 16-18, 2025)

Price range: $300.00 through $1,399.00

Join me for an exhilarating weekend of waterfall photography in the heart of the Ozarks May 16th-18th, 2025!

Pricing Details:

  • Deposit: A $300 deposit can be made today to save your spot!
  • Full Tuition: Total cost of the workshop is $1399 **(Only payment option as of 4/30/25)**

Chasing Ozark Waterfalls Photo Retreat is the perfect getaway for photographers looking to refine their skills, explore stunning landscapes, and connect with like minded individuals.

Retreat Highlights:

Waterfall Exploration: Visit 9 breathtaking waterfalls, each offering unique photographic opportunities. Capture the beauty and power of these natural wonders while honing your skills.

Long Exposure Techniques: Learn the art of long exposure photography to create dreamy, silky-smooth waterfall images. Our expert instructors will guide you through the best settings and techniques.

Ozarks Adventure: Immerse yourself in the scenic Ozarks region, known for its lush forests, rugged landscapes, and picturesque views. This retreat offers a perfect blend of adventure and photography.

Editing Course: Enhance your post-processing skills with an in-depth editing course. Learn how to bring out the best in your waterfall photos using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.  You will also receive a copy of my HDR Glow Preset.

Guided Hikes: Enjoy guided hikes to each waterfall location, ensuring you get the best vantage points and insights into the area’s natural beauty.

Camaraderie: Share the experience with fellow photographers, building friendships and exchanging tips and ideas in a supportive community.

What’s Included:

Lodging: Comfortable accommodations for the entire weekend at Harmony Mountain Retreat.
Meals: All meals provided, including restaurant and lodge prepared, to fuel your adventures.
Expert Instruction: Personalized guidance, both in-field and during editing sessions.

This retreat is ideal for photographers of all levels who are passionate about nature and eager to improve their waterfall photography. Whether you’re looking to enhance your long exposure techniques or simply enjoy a weekend surrounded by stunning landscapes and like-minded individuals, this retreat promises an unforgettable experience.

Spaces are limited to ensure personalized attention, so book your spot today and get ready to chase waterfalls in the beautiful Ozarks. I can’t wait to capture these magical moments with you!

Over 20+ hours of photography guided services!

You will learn:

  • Shooting in manual mode
  • Choosing the right aperture for the scene
  • Finding the best composition
  • Long Exposure Techniques on waterfalls
  • Focus Stacking
  • HDR Bracketing

You will also gain access to my private Workshops Facebook group and I will supply you with instructions on how to do basic edits as well as merge HDR and process focus stacking on your captures in both Lightroom and Photoshop. A print voucher to Steam Art & Graphics will also be given to you, good for a 12×18 print of your favorite capture at the workshop!

Some hiking will be required.

Lodging and all meals are included.

Transportation is not included.  We will be exploring the Richland Wilderness Area and the Buffalo National River Area.

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Description

Equipment Needed for Chasing Ozark Waterfalls Photo Retreat:

  • DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
  • Wide Angle Lens (ex: 16-35mm; 17-40mm)
  • Portrait Lens (ex: 24-70mm; 50mm prime)
  • Telephoto Lens (ex: 70-200mm; 150-600mm; 500mm prime)
  • Polarizer Filters
  • ND Filter to fit Wide Angle Lens
  • Tripod
  • Memory Cards
  • Extra Batteries
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Rain Gear for Camera and Bag
  • Raincoat
  • Appropriate Footwear
  • Hiking Clothes and Warm Layers

Itinerary

Friday: 

  • 3 PM Check In at Lodge and unpack
  • 4 PM Waterfall Hike – 2 miles round trip
  • 7 PM Dinner (provided- please let me know of any dietary restrictions or needs)

Saturday:

  • 5:30 AM Sunrise over a waterfall with Continental Breakfast (provided on site)
  • 7 AM Hike to 2 waterfalls – 2 miles round trip
  • Lunch Break (picnic provided on site)
  • 12 PM Hike to 2 waterfalls – 2 miles round trip
  • 4 PM Editing Course at Lodge
  • 8 PM Dinner (provided) Jasper Pizza Company

Sunday:

  • 5:30 AM Sunrise at Overlook
  • 7 AM Breakfast at Ozark Cafe (provided)
  • 9 AM Hike to waterfall – 0.2 miles round trip
  • 11 AM Lunch at BOC (provided)
  • 12:30 Hike to waterfall – 2.25 miles round trip
  • 4 PM Hike to waterfall – 1.5 miles round trip

THIS WORKSHOP DOES REQUIRE HIKING – EACH HIKE IS RATED AS EASY/FAMILY FRIENDLY WITH UNDER 300 FEET OF ELEVATION GAIN

SPACE IS LIMITED  FOR TEACHING PURPOSES AND TO KEEP COMPOSITIONS UNCLUTTERED.

ALL SKILL LEVELS WELCOME.

PLEASE SEE THE REFUND POLICY HERE

To schedule a complimentary One on One Q&A Session, please complete the form below.

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Rod Harris
July 20, 2026
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Excellent location and very thorough training. Highly recommend taken a course from Brennen!
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Kerry Wilson
June 8, 2026
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Brennen Nicole's Dreamscapes workshop at White Sands National Park was an amazing experience. She took us to the perfect locations that she had scouted ahead of the workshop, and provided each participant personal attention to ensure everyone came home with an incredible image. The editing portion of the workshop was just as incredible as the photography. She is a very knowledgeable and patient instructor and helped each one of us at our own level to edit the images we captured in the field. Highly recommend!
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jeff baker
May 28, 2026
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Had a great time with Brennen on the Galaxies Of The Gods workshop. I learned a lot in the field on composition and in the editing class. Brennen is a great teacher with patience and is very knowledgeable with a great personality. You can tell she loves teaching and helping people learn milky way photography. I 'm looking forward to another workshop in Oct and highly recommend Brennen to anyone interested in learning landscape or milky way photography. I will definitely being going on more workshops in the future!!
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Rocky Trail
May 23, 2026
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Great locations and plenty of help from the instructor.
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Akbar Khan
May 18, 2026
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Brennen’s workshops are amazing. Perfectly planned. I’ve come bdvk with some great images. More importantly have learnt lifelong photography and editing skills.
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Mike Creagh
May 17, 2026
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Very professional workshop but also personable. I recommend her workshops and look forward to attending a new one soon.
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Lauri Cawthon
February 23, 2026
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The workshop was magnificent~! Her timing and instructions (verbal, written, and in person) make it easy to follow along and she leaves plenty of time for questions and problems with equipment. I had a such a relaxing but exhaustive 3 day weekend! Up at 3:30am to catch the first rising of the Milky Way... Homemade breakfast with more food than we could eat! Every detail well thought out for so many memories and a great experience! Thanks you, Brennen.
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Don Cox
December 12, 2025
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Attended the Columbia River Gorge workshop with Brennen Nicole Photography. Brennen is prepared, patient and fun all the while presenting wonderful photographic opportunities. Can't recommend her workshops enough!
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Amanda Wilson
October 17, 2025
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I got to experience the San Juan color tour with Brennen this fall. It was a dream trip. I learned so much from Brennen and she brought us to the most beautiful places. I can’t believe that I took some of the photos I’ve collected from this trip. I highly recommend Brennen- she’s professional, fun, encouraging, and down to earth. I’ll definitely be looking for more opportunities in the future with her!
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Linda Henderson
September 28, 2025
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Brennen is an excellent workshop leader. She works hard to make experienced to beginner photographers comfortable and strives to give any level photographer new skills. I am a fairly experienced photographer and she taught me some great new techniques. I took her fall Colorado tour in September 2025. The workshop was well organized and filled with many opportunities for photography experiences. I highly recommend her workshop and tours.

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