Cabezon Cinematic
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Cabezon Peak New Mexico
April 23, 2026
Cabezon Peak Cinematic
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Cabezon Peak, New Mexico
April 24, 2026
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Shiprock Cinematic
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Shiprock New Mexico
May 8, 2026
Red Mesa Cinematic
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Red Mesa, Arizona
May 9, 2026
Cabezon Peak
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Cabezon Peak, New Mexico
October 17, 2026
The Story: This on location photoshoot will be based on a story about Native Americans trading with Mexicans and Cowboys. Productive moments of exchanging goods which might turn into an all out gun battle action scene! Mexicans, cowboys, Navajo, Apache, Blackfoot, and Indigenous Mexicans all creating a unique glimpse into what it may have looked like in the old West.
The Models: 6-10 models will be present and dressed in traditional Native clothing and late 1800s southwestern cowboy and Mexican attire. Horses, Gun props, canvas tents, and other gear will be available to be used in the scene.
The Location: Cabezon Peak is a perfect example of the rugged terrain of the Southwest. Located on the Navajo Reservation about 45 mins. northwest of Albuquerque, it stands high above its surrounding grassy hills. A historical location that carries many stories of trading among the early groups of rugged New Mexico. Easily accessible with clear roads and good cell reception.
The Time: First event of the day will be scheduled at 8 am in Rio Rancho at a photography studio where we will take shots of various models. This will run to 10 am. Followed by a lunch break. The second studio shoot will begin at 12 pm and run until 2 pm in Albuquerque. Afterwards we will drive to location where the evening shooting hours is scheduled for 3p.m. to nightfall which would be around 7 p.m. A more detailed itinerary will be available the week before the retreat.
The Results: What you can expect during this afternoon is access to models, your own moments of private shooting, your own areas of shooting as you can take models to different spots within the general area of production. There will be a loose and general flow of schedule to carry on the story line but will be punctuated with moments of creativity and exploration.
This unique full day event is priced at $2,800. Payment plan of half deposit is available if needed. Remaining deposit is required next week on Monday. If payment plan is chosen, there will be a 25 percent nonrefundable fee in case of cancelation.
Submit email indicating your interest of participation and you will receive an email with invoice for purchase.
There will only be 4 spots available for this one of a kind photography experience. Available for 48 hrs.
If you have any questions please send me an email, thanks!
Canyon De Chelly
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Navajo Reservation
Canyon De Chelly, Arizona
November 21 and November 28, 2026 (Same retreat, two available dates to choose from)
The Story: This on location photoshoot will be based on a story of a Navajo family on horseback making their way up the ancient canyon maze. A serene and peaceful environment with gentle winds rushing along the top of the canyon rim. Talking and laughing, the families voices are carried throughout the echoing red and orange walls.
The Models: 6-10 models will be present and dressed in traditional Navajo clothing and late 1800s southwestern attire. Horses, Gun props, umbrellas, saddle bags and other gear will be available to be used in the scene. Possibility of more.
The Location: Canyon De Chelly is one of the most sacred and iconic locations not only in the southwest but throughout the country. An ancient canyon system that narrows into high overhanging cliffs the further you make your way up the canyon floor.
The Time: First event of the day will be scheduled at 9am at the entrance of the canyon focusing on up close shots of various models. This will run to 12pm. Followed by a lunch break. The second half of the day begins with a meetup at 1 p.m then we will drive further up into the canyon where we will meet the models on horseback. Shooting hours for this second half is scheduled for 1 p.m. to nightfall which would be around 6 p.m. A more detailed itinerary will be available the week before the retreat.
The Results: What you can expect during this afternoon is access to models, your own moments of private shooting, your own areas of shooting as you can take models to different spots within the general area of production. There will be a loose and general flow of schedule to carry on the story line but will be punctuated with moments of creativity and exploration.
This unique full day event is priced at $3,800. Payment plan of half deposit is available if needed. Remaining deposit is required next week on Monday. If payment plan is chosen, there will be a 25 percent nonrefundable fee in case of cancelation.
Submit email indicating your interest of participation and you will receive an email with invoice for purchase.
There will only be 4 spots available for this one of a kind photography experience. Choose below which date you would like to reserve. Available for 48 hrs.
If you have any questions please send me an email.
Blackfoot Reservation
Photography Retreat
Photography, videography, painting, and story telling on the Blackfoot Reservation
