Waterfalls of Spearfish Canyon

The Falls of Spearfish Canyon

Outdoor Workshop

Spearfish Canyon’s majestic Roughlock, Spearfish and Bridal Veil waterfalls offer the opportunity to shoot misty flowing photographs with rugged, rocky backdrops.

We will shoot two of the three of the major waterfalls in Spearfish Canyon, working on composition, depth of field and appropriate shutter speeds for moving water. The first shoot will be Spearfish Falls, the second will be Roughlock Falls although the order could be reversed depending on lighting conditions. Advanced techniques such as HDR, Hyper Focal Focusing, Stitching as well as Focus Stacking techniques will be covered.

Photographers Notes

Meeting Point.

Faculty Parking lot near Meier Hall, Black Hills State University. The drive will start from BHSU and go up Spearfish Canyon. Parking is limited is some areas and car pooling is encouraged.

Things to know.

There is moderate hiking involved in areas that might be wet and slippery. Spearfish Falls requires a short steep hike along a maintained trail. Roughlock Falls is a short hike on wood decking with several steps in places.

What to bring.

Wide lenses will be great for the falls. There will be possibilities for any lens in your bag. A tripod will be beneficial. Roughlock and Spearfish falls have plenty of room for tripods.

Leader: Les Voorhis

When:

Saturday, October 1st

6am to 9am

3:30pm to 6:30pm

Shooting location:

Spearfish Canyon

Roughlock Falls

Meeting point:

Black Hills State University

Faculty Parking Lot

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