Bandon, Oregon is home to the most dramatic range of weather beaten sea stacks on the west coast. This display of towering rock formations remind us of the power of water and time, and provides photographers with incredible vistas to capture. We will stay just steps from the beach, and will explore and photograph Bandon, and the surrounding coastline for sunrises, sunsets, waves, piers and lighthouses during this favorite workshop!
Dates: August 23-27, 2026
Instructors: Jennifer King
Cost: $2800 USD
Experience: Beginner*, Intermediate & Advanced
Fitness Level: Easy to Moderate (see details below)
*Beginners must have a good working knowledge of their camera and settings
Three airports service the area:
EUG Eugene, OR Int’l Airport, 2.5 hours
MFR Rogue Valley OR Airport, 3 hours
PDX Portland International Airport, 5 hours
Walking along the beaches in Oregon are considered easy. Bandon sits on a cliff overlooking the beach. There are 3 areas to enter the beach with stairs. You must be able to go up and down these tall staircases and cary your equipment.
Download the Oregon equipment list.
Please review our Cancellation & Refund Policy prior to registration as there are non-refundable and non-transferrable fees associated with each workshop.
Social with local fare
At Bandon Beach plus nearby coastal locations and state parks
Professional instruction and guiding throughout workshop
During the week
On hand during field sessions
Held during the workshop for a better learning experience
Fun, Adventure & Friendship is built into every workshop between instructors and participants
To Oregon
We will provide you with a link to the recommended hotel in Bandon Beach after registration
Transportation is not included in the workshop though most people choose to ride share to photo locations
While meals are not included in the workshop fee, we like to dine as a group to discuss the day’s events and be on hand for any questions
Please read our full Cancellation and Refund Policy prior to registration
Housekeeping gratuity $2-3 per day
Meet & Greet 7:00pm Bandon Beach, Oregon
We begin the day at Bandon Beach, just a short walk from our hotel. Photograph early morning light on the sea stacks, then head to Bandon for coffee and breakfast. We will explore and photograph coastal locations in the afternoon and finish with a sunset behind the dramatic sea stacks of Bandon Beach.
Another morning at one of the 3 most photographic spots on Bandon Beach, followed by our trek to one of Bandon’s excellent cafés. Tidal pools, seascapes and sunset photography at nearby beaches.
We will start the day with a sunrise at nearby Lighthouse, and spend time working on long exposure photography with waves before heading into Bandon for our favorite part of the day, breakfast. Sunset along one of the incredible seascapes of Bandon.
Our final morning at the beach, and a short walk from our hotel. Of course, we will go to breakfast!
Jennifer King Photography Workshops conducts photo workshops in the US and in over a dozen countries. Our team has a 14-year success story in the industry driven by word of mouth, and over 95% repeat photographers. We know your time and money is valuable, so we create each trip to be more than just photography, it’s your getaway!
Every trip is crafted to deliver serious creativity in a relaxed, enjoyable setting, complete with great stays, fantastic local restaurants, and plenty of space for everyone to shine. Expect moments of inspiration…and the occasional burst of spontaneous laughter.
