From Passion to Project: Designing and Delivering Your Photography Body of Work
From Passion to Project:
Designing and Delivering Your Photography Body of Work
Boothbay Harbor Maine
October 17, 18 & 19, 2025
$875.00 per person ($400 Deposit Required)
Includes 2 nights room accommodations at Captain Sawyers Bed & Breakfast, Botanical Garden Passes. (Does not include lunch & dinners, travel insurance, and transportation.)
Open to Beginners & Intermediates
A body of work is more than great shots, it’s your creative fingerprint, a visual autobiography that shows not just what you see, but how you see. This workshop will push you beyond dabbling into intentional creation, helping you shape a portfolio that reflects your vision, commitment, and growth as an artist. Step in ready to expand your eye, suspend judgment, and discover the throughline of your creative voice.
If you’re ready to take your photography seriously, join us on a journey of self-discovery, realization, and artistic actualization. You will explore your creative style to fire a passion that will motivate you and drive your ambition to passionately commit to a long term project. Clearing your mind of preconceived concepts and suspending judgement bias to allow the process to invite you to expand your photography eye to see things differently.
Workshop Overview
As photographers, checking the weather is one of the first things we do when planning a shoot, especially with weather conditions in Maine are always subject to change. We will continually check and update the itinerary based uponthe forecasts. Therefore, the following agenda may be changed to accommodate the best conditions to capture the night sky.
Friday, October 17:
3:00: Check in
4:00: Introductions, Agenda Overview 7 Discussions
5:00 Pending Weather - Walking Photo Tour of Boothbay Harbor
5:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
Saturday, October 18:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00: Breakfast
9:00-11:00: Modules 1-3
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-4:00 Depart for Botanical Gardens
5:45 Golden Hour Sunset Walking Tour
6:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
8:30 End of Day Decompress – Bring Your Own Beverage
Sunday, October 19:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Module 4-6
1:00 Final Review
3:00 Check-out and Departure
Workshop Goals
Discover and define your photographic passion or theme
Learn how to plan, storyboard, and execute a cohesive visual story
Explore publishing and showcasing options: calendars, books, and gallery exhibits
Gain insights on branding, storytelling, and marketing your work
Workshop Modules
Module 1: Discover Your Passion with Purpose
Finding yourpassion: Nature? Portraiture? Photomentary?
How emotion, memory, and curiosity fuel creative projects
Module 2: Storyboarding & Planning Your Shoots
Storyboarding techniques: linear, thematic, seasonal
Organizing a series by tone, narrative arc, or visual motifs
Module 3: Shooting with Intention
Module 4: Editing & Curating Your Work
Selecting images: emotional impact, narrative strength
Basic editing for consistency
Module 5: Creating the Final Product
Module 6: Marketing & Sharing Your Work
Promoting and presenting the project professionally
Using Instagram, email lists, and events to build buzz
Instructors:
David Mazur & Susan Demers Weigold bring a rare combination of technical mastery, artistic vision, and professional coaching to this immersive workshop. Together, they offer a 360° approach to developing your photography body of work, from honing your creative voice to curating and presenting a cohesive portfolio.
David, is a seasoned college professor and certified performance coach who specializes in experiential, hands-on learning. His approach empowers photographers to push past their comfort zones, master their tools, and build the discipline needed to deliver high-quality projects.
Susan, an accomplished fine art photographer, creative branding expert, and Getty/iStock contributor, is known for helping creatives turn vision into impact. She blends intuitive artistry with real-world strategy, guiding photographers to craft stories through their images and present their work with confidence and clarity.
David and Susan combine their complementary strengths. David’s expertise in skill development and project execution with Susan’s mastery of storytelling and visual branding will help participants design, refine, and deliver a portfolio that stands out.
What You’ll Need:
Laptop
Layers to wear, especially at night (base layer, windproof layer).
Comfortable shoes
Mirrorless or DSLR camera.
Sturdy tripod and a remote shutter
Any or all of the following recommended lenses
Wide-angle lens 14-24 mm.
Medium zoom lens 24-70 mm.
Telephoto lens, 70-200 mm lens.
Macro lens 50 / 100mm Instructors
Workshop Accommodations
Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast
(Included in Workshop Fee)
Enjoy 3 days & 2 nights nestled in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and casual comfort for workshop participants. Just steps from the waterfront, this historic inn provides beautifully appointed rooms, harbor-view porches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects Maine’s maritime heritage. After a full day of shooting, curating, and refining your portfolio, you can unwind with a glass of wine on the porch, stroll the harbor, or enjoy the vibrant dining scene just outside the door. Captain Sawyer’s is more than a place to stay, it’s part of the creative inspiration, offering the sights, textures, and light that make Boothbay such a captivating backdrop for photographers.
Be sure to make your reservation by emailing info@seacoastphotographyschool.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
A non-refundable deposit of $400.00 USD is required for registration. Final payment is due 30 days before the workshop's start. Deposits are non-refundable upon payment, except if your spot can be filled. A 50% credit of the deposit fee will apply to future workshops
FOR ALL CANCELLATIONS YOU MUST EMAIL US AT INFO@SEACOASTPHOTOGRPAPHYSCHOOL.COM
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Questions:
Please email info@seacoastphotographyschool.com.
From Passion to Project:
Designing and Delivering Your Photography Body of Work
Boothbay Harbor Maine
October 17, 18 & 19, 2025
$875.00 per person ($400 Deposit Required)
Includes 2 nights room accommodations at Captain Sawyers Bed & Breakfast, Botanical Garden Passes. (Does not include lunch & dinners, travel insurance, and transportation.)
Open to Beginners & Intermediates
A body of work is more than great shots, it’s your creative fingerprint, a visual autobiography that shows not just what you see, but how you see. This workshop will push you beyond dabbling into intentional creation, helping you shape a portfolio that reflects your vision, commitment, and growth as an artist. Step in ready to expand your eye, suspend judgment, and discover the throughline of your creative voice.
If you’re ready to take your photography seriously, join us on a journey of self-discovery, realization, and artistic actualization. You will explore your creative style to fire a passion that will motivate you and drive your ambition to passionately commit to a long term project. Clearing your mind of preconceived concepts and suspending judgement bias to allow the process to invite you to expand your photography eye to see things differently.
Workshop Overview
As photographers, checking the weather is one of the first things we do when planning a shoot, especially with weather conditions in Maine are always subject to change. We will continually check and update the itinerary based uponthe forecasts. Therefore, the following agenda may be changed to accommodate the best conditions to capture the night sky.
Friday, October 17:
3:00: Check in
4:00: Introductions, Agenda Overview 7 Discussions
5:00 Pending Weather - Walking Photo Tour of Boothbay Harbor
5:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
Saturday, October 18:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00: Breakfast
9:00-11:00: Modules 1-3
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-4:00 Depart for Botanical Gardens
5:45 Golden Hour Sunset Walking Tour
6:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
8:30 End of Day Decompress – Bring Your Own Beverage
Sunday, October 19:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Module 4-6
1:00 Final Review
3:00 Check-out and Departure
Workshop Goals
Discover and define your photographic passion or theme
Learn how to plan, storyboard, and execute a cohesive visual story
Explore publishing and showcasing options: calendars, books, and gallery exhibits
Gain insights on branding, storytelling, and marketing your work
Workshop Modules
Module 1: Discover Your Passion with Purpose
Finding yourpassion: Nature? Portraiture? Photomentary?
How emotion, memory, and curiosity fuel creative projects
Module 2: Storyboarding & Planning Your Shoots
Storyboarding techniques: linear, thematic, seasonal
Organizing a series by tone, narrative arc, or visual motifs
Module 3: Shooting with Intention
Module 4: Editing & Curating Your Work
Selecting images: emotional impact, narrative strength
Basic editing for consistency
Module 5: Creating the Final Product
Module 6: Marketing & Sharing Your Work
Promoting and presenting the project professionally
Using Instagram, email lists, and events to build buzz
Instructors:
David Mazur & Susan Demers Weigold bring a rare combination of technical mastery, artistic vision, and professional coaching to this immersive workshop. Together, they offer a 360° approach to developing your photography body of work, from honing your creative voice to curating and presenting a cohesive portfolio.
David, is a seasoned college professor and certified performance coach who specializes in experiential, hands-on learning. His approach empowers photographers to push past their comfort zones, master their tools, and build the discipline needed to deliver high-quality projects.
Susan, an accomplished fine art photographer, creative branding expert, and Getty/iStock contributor, is known for helping creatives turn vision into impact. She blends intuitive artistry with real-world strategy, guiding photographers to craft stories through their images and present their work with confidence and clarity.
David and Susan combine their complementary strengths. David’s expertise in skill development and project execution with Susan’s mastery of storytelling and visual branding will help participants design, refine, and deliver a portfolio that stands out.
What You’ll Need:
Laptop
Layers to wear, especially at night (base layer, windproof layer).
Comfortable shoes
Mirrorless or DSLR camera.
Sturdy tripod and a remote shutter
Any or all of the following recommended lenses
Wide-angle lens 14-24 mm.
Medium zoom lens 24-70 mm.
Telephoto lens, 70-200 mm lens.
Macro lens 50 / 100mm Instructors
Workshop Accommodations
Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast
(Included in Workshop Fee)
Enjoy 3 days & 2 nights nestled in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and casual comfort for workshop participants. Just steps from the waterfront, this historic inn provides beautifully appointed rooms, harbor-view porches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects Maine’s maritime heritage. After a full day of shooting, curating, and refining your portfolio, you can unwind with a glass of wine on the porch, stroll the harbor, or enjoy the vibrant dining scene just outside the door. Captain Sawyer’s is more than a place to stay, it’s part of the creative inspiration, offering the sights, textures, and light that make Boothbay such a captivating backdrop for photographers.
Be sure to make your reservation by emailing info@seacoastphotographyschool.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
A non-refundable deposit of $400.00 USD is required for registration. Final payment is due 30 days before the workshop's start. Deposits are non-refundable upon payment, except if your spot can be filled. A 50% credit of the deposit fee will apply to future workshops
FOR ALL CANCELLATIONS YOU MUST EMAIL US AT INFO@SEACOASTPHOTOGRPAPHYSCHOOL.COM
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Questions:
Please email info@seacoastphotographyschool.com.
From Passion to Project:
Designing and Delivering Your Photography Body of Work
Boothbay Harbor Maine
October 17, 18 & 19, 2025
$875.00 per person ($400 Deposit Required)
Includes 2 nights room accommodations at Captain Sawyers Bed & Breakfast, Botanical Garden Passes. (Does not include lunch & dinners, travel insurance, and transportation.)
Open to Beginners & Intermediates
A body of work is more than great shots, it’s your creative fingerprint, a visual autobiography that shows not just what you see, but how you see. This workshop will push you beyond dabbling into intentional creation, helping you shape a portfolio that reflects your vision, commitment, and growth as an artist. Step in ready to expand your eye, suspend judgment, and discover the throughline of your creative voice.
If you’re ready to take your photography seriously, join us on a journey of self-discovery, realization, and artistic actualization. You will explore your creative style to fire a passion that will motivate you and drive your ambition to passionately commit to a long term project. Clearing your mind of preconceived concepts and suspending judgement bias to allow the process to invite you to expand your photography eye to see things differently.
Workshop Overview
As photographers, checking the weather is one of the first things we do when planning a shoot, especially with weather conditions in Maine are always subject to change. We will continually check and update the itinerary based uponthe forecasts. Therefore, the following agenda may be changed to accommodate the best conditions to capture the night sky.
Friday, October 17:
3:00: Check in
4:00: Introductions, Agenda Overview 7 Discussions
5:00 Pending Weather - Walking Photo Tour of Boothbay Harbor
5:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
Saturday, October 18:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00: Breakfast
9:00-11:00: Modules 1-3
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-4:00 Depart for Botanical Gardens
5:45 Golden Hour Sunset Walking Tour
6:30 Group Dinner or On Your Own
8:30 End of Day Decompress – Bring Your Own Beverage
Sunday, October 19:
6:30 (Optional) Yoga on Deck or Walking Sunrise Shoot
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Module 4-6
1:00 Final Review
3:00 Check-out and Departure
Workshop Goals
Discover and define your photographic passion or theme
Learn how to plan, storyboard, and execute a cohesive visual story
Explore publishing and showcasing options: calendars, books, and gallery exhibits
Gain insights on branding, storytelling, and marketing your work
Workshop Modules
Module 1: Discover Your Passion with Purpose
Finding yourpassion: Nature? Portraiture? Photomentary?
How emotion, memory, and curiosity fuel creative projects
Module 2: Storyboarding & Planning Your Shoots
Storyboarding techniques: linear, thematic, seasonal
Organizing a series by tone, narrative arc, or visual motifs
Module 3: Shooting with Intention
Module 4: Editing & Curating Your Work
Selecting images: emotional impact, narrative strength
Basic editing for consistency
Module 5: Creating the Final Product
Module 6: Marketing & Sharing Your Work
Promoting and presenting the project professionally
Using Instagram, email lists, and events to build buzz
Instructors:
David Mazur & Susan Demers Weigold bring a rare combination of technical mastery, artistic vision, and professional coaching to this immersive workshop. Together, they offer a 360° approach to developing your photography body of work, from honing your creative voice to curating and presenting a cohesive portfolio.
David, is a seasoned college professor and certified performance coach who specializes in experiential, hands-on learning. His approach empowers photographers to push past their comfort zones, master their tools, and build the discipline needed to deliver high-quality projects.
Susan, an accomplished fine art photographer, creative branding expert, and Getty/iStock contributor, is known for helping creatives turn vision into impact. She blends intuitive artistry with real-world strategy, guiding photographers to craft stories through their images and present their work with confidence and clarity.
David and Susan combine their complementary strengths. David’s expertise in skill development and project execution with Susan’s mastery of storytelling and visual branding will help participants design, refine, and deliver a portfolio that stands out.
What You’ll Need:
Laptop
Layers to wear, especially at night (base layer, windproof layer).
Comfortable shoes
Mirrorless or DSLR camera.
Sturdy tripod and a remote shutter
Any or all of the following recommended lenses
Wide-angle lens 14-24 mm.
Medium zoom lens 24-70 mm.
Telephoto lens, 70-200 mm lens.
Macro lens 50 / 100mm Instructors
Workshop Accommodations
Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast
(Included in Workshop Fee)
Enjoy 3 days & 2 nights nestled in the heart of Boothbay Harbor, Captain Sawyer’s Bed & Breakfast offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and casual comfort for workshop participants. Just steps from the waterfront, this historic inn provides beautifully appointed rooms, harbor-view porches, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects Maine’s maritime heritage. After a full day of shooting, curating, and refining your portfolio, you can unwind with a glass of wine on the porch, stroll the harbor, or enjoy the vibrant dining scene just outside the door. Captain Sawyer’s is more than a place to stay, it’s part of the creative inspiration, offering the sights, textures, and light that make Boothbay such a captivating backdrop for photographers.
Be sure to make your reservation by emailing info@seacoastphotographyschool.
Cancellation and Refund Policy:
A non-refundable deposit of $400.00 USD is required for registration. Final payment is due 30 days before the workshop's start. Deposits are non-refundable upon payment, except if your spot can be filled. A 50% credit of the deposit fee will apply to future workshops
FOR ALL CANCELLATIONS YOU MUST EMAIL US AT INFO@SEACOASTPHOTOGRPAPHYSCHOOL.COM
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
Questions:
Please email info@seacoastphotographyschool.com.