Join professional outdoor photographer and Sony ambassador Scott Kranz for a 3.5-day photography workshop in North Cascades National Park—a place Scott calls his favorite on Earth. Known for his 50 PEAKS and WA100 projects, Scott has spent years exploring and documenting this rugged landscape and is eager to share its beauty and stories with you.
This immersive workshop includes strenuous hiking as part of a two-night backpacking trip into the backcountry, currently scheduled and permitted for Sahale Glacier Camp, one of the region’s finest backpacking destinations. We’ll capture epic mountain landscapes, intimate natural details, and wildlife encounters, all while experiencing some of the park’s most stunning viewpoints.
What you’ll learn: choosing and packing essential camera gear; mastering exposure settings and camera techniques; creating compelling compositions of big and small scenes in this world-class park and mountain range; learning Scott’s complete creative process—from concept to final edit; and much more.
Workshop details:
Dates and Start/End Times: Thursday, September 25 (afternoon) – Sunday, September 28, 2025 (end of day)
Group Size: Limited to three (3) participants for personalized instruction
Accommodations: One night car camping in Marblemount and two nights backpacking in the backcountry
Pre-Workshop Connection: Scott will connect with each participant beforehand to learn about your background, goals, and aspirations. You’ll also receive a detailed welcome packet with the full itinerary and packing list.
Important consideration: This workshop requires excellent physical fitness. Expect to hike 10 miles round trip, gaining 4,000 feet in elevation at a pace of 2 miles per hour, while carrying camera gear and an overnight pack. (The currently scheduled and permitted trip details can be found here.) The routes often includes steep and exposed terrain, so comfort and confidence in these conditions are essential.
DATE: September 25-28, 2025
GROUP SIZE: up to 3
COST: $1599 USD
DIFFICULTY: Strenuous Backpacking
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About your instructor:
Scott Kranz
Scott Kranz is a Minnesota-bred, Seattle-based photographer, filmmaker, and educator. When he moved from the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest in 2013, he couldn’t have imagined how the mountains there would forever change his life. He just knew their natural beauty held an undeniable power, and that his life’s work would soon become visual storytelling in the outdoor spaces where we work and play. Since then, Scott has become an industry leader, partnering with the world’s leading outdoor brands while shooting on all seven continents.
What is included?
All workshop photo education in the field over 3.5 workshop days.
Reservations for campground site and backcountry overnight permits.
Guided shooting for in-the-field photography in North Cascades National Park.
Trail snacks, water, coffee, and tea.
Certified NOLS Wilderness First Responder and LNT Trainer on site.
The requisite Commercial Use Authorization for North Cascades National Park.
What is NOT included?
Transportation to, from, and during the workshop.
Dinner, breakfast and lunches.
Any accommodations before or after workshop, such as the nights of Wednesday, September 24, or Sunday, September 28.
All travel insurance and gear insurance (highly recommended).
What to expect:
Scott will keep the itinerary flexible, adapting to weather, light, and conditions to ensure the best possible photography opportunities. Each day, we’ll let the elements guide our plans, maximizing your chances to capture both sweeping mountain landscapes and intricate natural details in this world-class park. Conditions permitting, expect long, immersive days—starting early for sunrise shoots and continuing through sunset to take full advantage of the golden hours.
This workshop includes one night of car camping and two nights in the backcountry as part of a backpacking trip. While our exact destination may shift due to factors like wildfires or road closures, we’re pleased to have secured backcountry permits for Sahale Glacier Camp—one of the most stunning high-alpine locations in the North Cascades.
Participants should be prepared for strenuous hiking and backpacking, covering 10+ miles round trip with approximately 4,000 feet of elevation gain. You’ll need to be comfortable carrying a loaded pack over consecutive days on maintained backcountry trails, including sections of steep and exposed terrain. To ensure a safe and successful experience for all, we may reach out in advance to discuss fitness and hiking experience.
