Join National Geographic Photographer
Peter Essick
along with noted photographer Jessica Hines
on
Dewees Island, South Carolina
October 12, 13, 14, 15
for shooting, critiquing, boating,
and hanging out talking photography
What is Dewees Island?
Dewees Island is a private island off the coast of Charleston. Dewees is part of a chain of barrier islands in South Carolina that stretch from Georgetown to Beaufort. The island is about three miles long, and lies between Capers Island and the Isle of Palms. There are only residences on the island, no commerce is allowed. Please download the Dewees Island app for more information.
Who Lives on Dewees Island?
A very small community of avid naturalists and environmentally conscious people who decided that living in a sensitive barrier island demanded attention to the original vegetation and inhabitants. The island has only 150 homesites, no paved roads, and very strict building codes, that demand a small footprint and very little clearing of natural vegetation. All the houses are nestled in the island forests. They don’t encroach on the three miles of beachfront, and that creates spectacular views. When you walk on the beach, you feel like you are on a deserted island.
What will I find on Dewees Island?
First and foremost, Dewees is a nature preserve. You will find shorebirds, turtles, white-tail deer, and racoons. You will also find quiet. Bring your books, and your pen. It’s a lovely place to write, read, and reflect.
Who is Peter Essick?
Recently named one of the 40 most influential nature photographers in the world by
Outdoor Photography Magazine, Essick has traveled extensively over the last two decades making photographs that move beyond mere documentation to reveal in careful compositions the human impact of development as well as the enduring power of the land. Essick has photographed stories on many environmental issues including climate change, high-tech trash, nuclear waste and freshwater.
Essick has been a frequent contributor to National Geographic Magazine for 25 years. He has a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Southern California and a master’s degree in photojournalism from the University of Missouri. Essick has won many journalistic awards and his photographs have been exhibited in the United States and in Europe. He lives in Stone Mountain, GA with his wife, Jackie and his son, Jalen.
www.peteressick.com
Who is Jessica Hines?
Artist and storyteller Jessica Hines uses the camera’s inherent quality as a recording device to explore illusion and to suggest truths that underlie the visible world. At the core of Hines’ work lies an inquisitive nature inspired by personal memory, experience and the unconscious mind. Hines began to cultivate her creative disposition early in life and her love of the arts led her to attend Washington University in St. Louis, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Continuing to pursue her interests, she studied photography at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where she received a Master of Fine Arts degree. Hines most recently won 1st Place in the Kuala Lumpur International PhotoAwards, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 1st Place in NEXT: New Photographic Visions, Castell Photography Gallery, curated by Elizabeth Avedon, Asheville, North Carolina, Humanitarian Documentary Grant in the WPGA Annual, Pollux Awards, juried by Philip Brookman, Chief Curator and Head of Research at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington DC .Hines lives near a swamp she photographs regularly in Southeast Georgia.
www.jessicahines.com
Agenda and What’s Included
Ferry passes for 4 days
Thursday
Welcome Lunch at the Huyler House on Dewees
12-2
Shooting in the afternoon with Peter and Jessica
2-5
Cocktail hour presentation by Jessica
5-6
Dinner at the Clubhouse
6-7
After-dinner presentation by Peter
7-8
Friday
Morning Shooting on the Island
Lunch at the Huyler House
12-2
Shooting on the island
2-4
Boat Ride/Shoot for 1/2 the class on the Reilly’s 40′ Schooner
4-6
Other half of class will shoot on the island
or have critiques
4-6
Happy Hour at the Huyler House
5-6
Dinner on your own
6-
Saturday
Sunrise Shoot and Breakfast on Dewees
at the home of Judy Fairchild (address to come)
5am til 8
Shooting on the island
8-12
Lunch at the Clubhouse12-2
Shooting on the island
2-4
Boat Ride/Shoot for 1/2 the class on the Reilly’s 40′ Schooner
4-6
Other half of class will shoot on the island
or have critiques
4-6
Dinner at the Huyler House
6-
Sunday
Breakfast and last-minute Q&A
8-11
NOTE: We will attempt to stick to this agenda as closely as possible. However, some students may choose to do other things and that’s fine. Please just let us know if you’re deviating off schedule so we won’t worry. Thank you.
What isn’t included:
Travel expense from your home to the Dewees Ferry at Isle of Palms dock
Housing on Dewees (please contact Judy Fairchild at 843-259-1713 for info on house rentals – and if you would like to share a house be sure to let her know!
Friday dinner
Total $950 per person
Spouses and partners are invited to join us for meals and boat rides for a companion rate of $300
Click Here for Photographer only rate of $950
Click Here for Companion only rate of $300
Click Here for Photographer + Companion rate of $1250
If you would prefer to pay be check please email nancy@sxsemagazine.com. Thank you!
