What I like most about Nick’s workshops – They are comfortable learning environments.  Nick sets the tone so that everyone, no matter their expertise, learns how to improve their skills with only constructive critiques. I was so nervous when I arrived since I was not a professional photographer and felt I was probably in over my head.  I was so wrong. The moment I first met Nick and some of the other attendees, I immediately felt at ease and knew I was where I should be.  Nick proved to be very patient, explained things where I could understand them, and was always available to answer questions.  The other attendees, well, they were awesome.  From the professionals to those like me, everyone was willing to share their knowledge and their friendship.  The workshops are extremely well organized so that we make the most of our time. Spouses feel included and actually enjoy the experience. Finally, the workshops are like taking a vacation but no one minds that you stop and take lots and lots of photographs!! 

An incredible experience that is definitely a highlight of my photography learning experience!  Nick’s hands-on approach and help along with all of my fellow photographers made this a truly unique experience.

I  guess you could say I’m addicted to the Nick Kelsh experience – I have been to 5 Nick Kelsh Photography Workshops!    Nick is not only a great teacher and a gifted photographer, he makes learning fun.  He will take you out at dawn, at dusk, or any time in between to chase beautiful light and capture stunning photographs.  His energy is endless and his sense of humor will make you feel comfortable and entertained. So don’t hesitate … treat your self to a Nick Kelsh workshop.  You will be so happy you did!

I haven’t done any other workshops like this but I do think the personal time with Nick is what people go for. Also the other attendees are a great bonus! I hadn’t thought about what they would add to my experience, such as talking with them about photography, its technical aspects and also about self reflection on my photography. It was a great add on for me and a must in my personal journey in photography. I learned as much in these impromptu moments as in the planned sessions!

Although I have many interests and have never aspired to being a professional photographer, I’ve found joy in taking pictures wherever I go. My weekend in the Catskills with Nick and my other new friends was a game-changer! Not only did I learn crucial camera and editing skills (locked in by an entire glorious weekend of practice), but I started daring to try new things and I began to view the visual world around me with a greater sense of wonder. There is a marked difference in my photos from the fall of 2016 on. I wish I could attend more of these workshops for the fun of it and for the dedicated time to photography, but anyone who is considering going should know that one may be all you need to flip a switch and help you improve tremendously!

Nick Kelsh, totally from the heart, the (country) photography weekend workshop was really perfect for me… exactly what I needed and what I expected.  I was honored to be there, and would love to do it again.  Thank you so much for taking the time to top off our weekend with all that discussion and analysis in the post-workshop webinar session. It was the perfect way to review all the great times we had and the things we learned, along with tons of editing advice. It was fabulous, you are fabulous, Anne is fabulous. Thank you so much for everything. I am aching to do it all again. And I hope you (and ALL my new photographer-friends!) will come to Boston one of these days soon. I want more!!!”   🙂  ♥  🙂  ♥  🙂

Wow, Nick! Thanks for the incredible weekend! I was the newbie of the weekend, having just discovered your teachings a few months before the workshop. I still hadn’t had time to finish a single class. But fate intervened. With two weeks notice, I discovered an extremely rare open weekend in our family schedule. No easy feat with four young children. I took a chance and dove headfirst into an amazing experience. I was definitely the least experienced photographer for the weekend. And walked away with skills I will use the rest of my life. And friends.  I’m forever grateful to be a part of the first weekend workshop. Thanks from the bottom of my heart. I’m no longer just a mom who likes to take pictures. I’m a photographer!”

I went to my first workshop just wanting to have fun with other photographers, enjoy a chance to play with my camera, and figure out a few difficulties I had technically. I got that and so much more. When Nick says it will re-energize your passion and build your confidence, it is NO EXAGGERATION!!!!! And it is loads of fun to boot!!!!  A workshop with Nick is not only a learning experience, but one where we laughed and shared our love for photography while building friendships in the process! I get emotional every time I look at the photos. Trying to find the words to capture the experience and explain it to friends and family … “awesome” and “amazing” and “wonderful” repeated over and over and over is pretty much what I’ve come up with so far. I think this is a case where I’ll have to let my photos speak for themselves! Nick and his wife Anne are as kind and fun as they seem online…even more so in person, I do believe! One of the attendees described it as a “once in a lifetime experience that I hope happens more than just once”— a perfect description of how I feel! 

 It was an amazing experience, I made great friends, and my photography improved tremendously!

I was so nervous when I arrived since I was not a professional photographer and felt I was probably in over my head.  I was so wrong. The moment I first met Nick and some of the other attendees, I immediately felt at ease and knew I was where I should be.  Nick proved to be very patient, explained things where I could understand them, and was always available to answer questions. The other attendees, well, they were awesome.  From the professionals to those like me, everyone was willing to share their knowledge and their friendship. 

What an amazing time we had. Nick is so generous to spend time with each of us as needed, and it is so fantastic to get help from him in person. Anne shared a meal with us each day, and it was especially fun to see Alexander and Teddy one night too. [Terryl Hicks does an amazing job to plan and organize these workshops. What a treat to get to meet her, too.]  If you have not been to one of these workshops, I strongly encourage you to budget so you can save up – both the cost and the time – to have an experience like this. What a privilege for me to get to spend a week with Nick!