Private Lessons

By the hour - $100/hour

Four Hour class $400

  • 3 hours classroom

  • 1-hour Photo Safari for Landscape and Wildlife Scenes

  • or adjust the above to your desires

Six-hour class $600 + Free Rental ($300 value)

  • 4.5 hours of classroom instruction

  • 1.5 hours Photo Safari for Landscape and Wildlife Scenes

  • or adjust the above to your desires

  • Flagship Nikon camera and glass for Wildlife and Landscape photography, pro-tripod, Ball head / Gimbal head.

Learning Objectives

  • I will assess your skill level and prepare a custom syllabus for you.

  • I will pick you up or meet you in Park City. The local library often works.

  • I will teach you the foundational principles of Photography

  • I will train you on your specific camera, its controls, and menus.

  • I will teach you both the Technical and Artistic aspects of Photography.

  • I will lecture during transportation to and from our selected shooting area.

  • I will provide water, soft drinks, power bars, and munchies.

  • I will share my favorite local landscape and wildlife locations.

  • I will show you how to critique your images, both technically and artistically.

  • I will show you examples of images that have won awards in competitions and what judges are looking for.

I would love to teach you the foundational skills to improve your photography, whether it's using an iPhone to capture moments with your family, documenting your vacations, or creating finished artwork for your home. You'll learn to move beyond Automatic mode and explore the creative possibilities of Manual Mode. In my class, you will gain an understanding of key camera settings for technical excellence and artistic effect. I will also teach you how to select the right lens for different subjects or scenes. I can help you advance your understanding of wildlife behavior and show you how to capture those rare, once-in-a-lifetime shots. Learning to find and photograph landscape subjects in beautiful light is crucial for impactful images. As a lifelong student of the visual arts, I am passionate about constantly improving my photographic skills, and I would love to help jump-start or super charge your journey. I strive to create a laid-back and enjoyable learning environment with no pressure, and I offer a full money-back guarantee if you are not completely satisfied!

Customer Reviews

February 29th 2024

Hi David,

 I had a great time exploring the Park City vicinity with you to get some photos of the local predatory birds and to learn how I could improve my camera skills when taking wildlife photographs, especially when using the longer lenses (like my Canon 400mm lens). The tips I learned from you in our half day session regarding the camera settings, use of the histogram, note taking and accessories to enhance the photos were invaluable. The only thing I regret is that I used your Nikon mirrorless camera and 800mm lens – now I’m spoiled and looking to upgrade my gear!

 Attached is a photo of a spot breasted oriole that I took this weekend in my South Florida neighborhood close to sunset using the 400mm lens and utilizing your instruction.  When I saw the result, I definitely improved using this lens – thank you, David, for the education and wonderful experience!

 Best regards,

 Cathy XXXXXXX

Pompano Beach, Florida

Lisa XXXX, Park City, Utah

March 16th, 2024

I spent the most amazing day yesterday with David Winegar, our local award-winning photographer. Found a deal on Nextdoor for an old (2016) Nikon D7200 camera and bought it. As a novice, and this being a very complicated camera, I contacted David to see if he would offer a one-on-one session in order to learn it. He was extremely responsive, on time, and prepared with an individual tutorial for me.

We covered photography in general and nearly all functions and capabilities of my new (old) camera. Our session ended with a drive to shoot both landscape and wildlife photographs.

David is kind, passionate, professional, and experienced. The knowledge I gained over the 5+ hours has jumpstarted me into a new retirement hobby.  I look forward to testing out my newly found skills next month in both England and Norway.

Five+ Stars for David! Highly recommend you connect with him for any class, from novice to advanced. He literally knows it all! Price was fair, and he offered discounts along with great tips for local framing, equipment, and such. I even learned some of his “secret” places for viewing/photographing wildlife :)

Search for David's photos on ND and DM him if interested. Big art show at the Yarrow Hotel next week, 22 - 23 March. See you there, neighbors!

https://www.parkcityphotography.net/

June 13th 2024

3 Hours at the Park City Library and 1 hour afield.