American Photo Treks LLC

05/10/2026

What a Morning this was - The way morning light shows the depth of formations in Hanksville is incredible.

There is still one spot remaining for the workshop on Thursday. I can also loan a drone if you don't have one yet. The weather forecast looks very promising.

The link to sign up is in the comments

04/28/2026

The area that just keeps giving - The bentonite hills are beautiful any time you see them. But, they really come alive at sunset. Warm sun spotlights look amazing from the air.

We still have a couple spots left for our drone photography workshop in Hanksville starting on May 14th. Investment includes single-occupancy lodging and we do all the driving. The link for details is in the comments.

04/01/2026

Join American Photo Treks for a small group adventure through Utah's high desert.

Sign up here: https://www.americanphototreks.com/hanksville-may-14-17-2026

The area around Hanksville Utah is a magical journey to another world. The landscape and light offer the most unique photo opportunities we’ve ever experienced. It is also one of the very best places in the US for DRONE photography!

02/12/2026

The area around Hanksville Utah is a magical journey to another world. The landscape and light offer the most unique photo opportunities we’ve ever experienced. It is also one of the very best places in the US for DRONE photography!

Sign up here: https://www.americanphototreks.com/hanksville-may-14-17-2026

Join PPA Master Photographers Dave Soldano and Ken Childress on this unique trip in some of Utah’s most unique and magical landscapes.

This year American Photo Treks is offering a special, small-group adventure to this photographic wonderland. There is only room for six participants. That's two instructors to help you capture the best possible images. We are familiar with Sony, Canon and Nikon camera systems and DJI drone systems.

01/03/2026

Yosemite in Winter!!! - We still have a few spots left for our small group photo adventure in Yosemite National Park - February 18 - 22, 2026.

If you got a new camera for Christmas, this is your chance to put it to good use by capturing the most amazing landscapes in America at the most magical time of year.

Lodging and all transportation are included (including transportation to and from the airport).

Reserve your spot here: https://www.americanphototreks.com/yosemite-in-winter-feb-18-22-2026

11/15/2025

The Horsetail Falls, or Firefall Event, in Yosemite has really gained in popularity over the last 10 years or so. Refresh Quest produced a documentation on the event that has just gone live on YouTube.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ue6SG8htykc

This is an excellent expose on the event and shows some of the views you can get if the conditions are right for it to occur. Rumor has it that a Colorado photographer makes an appearance in the show.

If you want to experience this for yourself, American Photo Treks LLC has a workshop planned for February 2026 to help you capture this event. Lodging has already been secured, so all you have to do is signup.

https://www.americanphototreks.com/yosemite-in-winter-feb-18-22-2026

Experience the magic of Yosemite NP in winter with the help of American Photo Treks expert-led photo workshops. Let our team get you to the most amazing locations at just the right moment.

09/08/2025

Hanksville is a drone and photo paradise. We still have a few spots left for our upcoming SMALL GROUP workshops in October.

Bonus! If you ae a PPA member, you get an education credit for the workshop!

Join us in Hanksville, Utah for a hands-on photo & drone workshop in surreal desert landscapes.

📅 Oct 16–19, 2025 - 1 spot has opened up!

Oct 19–22, 2025 🎯- Few spots left!

Your investment is only $1595.00 which INCLUDES LODGING and transportation during the workshop.

https://www.americanphototreks.com/

Small group. Big inspiration. 👉 Book now before they sells out!

American Photo Treks offers expert-led, small group, photography workshops in Colorado and the western United States. Workshops include Colorado fall colors, horses in winter and Utah photo and drone workshops.

07/23/2025

Hanksville is AMAZING! The landscape is beautiful and unique. If you like photo competitions, just review the galleries of landscape winners that come from Hanksville.

This October, APY has TWO workshop dates:
October 16-19, 2025 (1 spot left) and, just announced:
October 19-22, 2025 (6 spots)

https://www.americanphototreks.com/

Also, if you have been looking for a great place to use your drone, Hanksville is perfect for drone photography. Ken and I are both licensed and experienced drone operators who will provide detailed instruction to ensure you capture great photos from the perspective only a drone can give.

This is a small-group workshop, only 6 guests. The price for the workshop is only $1595 (which includes single occupancy lodging!)

The terrain around Hanksville can be rough, but don't worry, APT will do all the driving. Finally, APT is fully permitted to conduct workshops in this area. We hope you can join us.

Sign up via our new APT Website: https://www.americanphototreks.com/

06/26/2025

The area around Dallas Divide/Mt. Sneffels/Ridgway is arguably the most beautiful fall color location in the United States. The combination of beautiful fall foliage with towering European style crag peaks is a site to behold. We invite you to experience and capture this grand nature’s spectacle with the crew at American Photo Treks.

We specialize in SMALL GROUP (6) affordable photo workshops designed to get you to the best spots at the best times to get the best possible photo.

Learn more here: https://www.americanphototreks.com/copy-of-hanksville-october-2025

04/10/2025

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Two Colorado Springs-based photographers led Team USA to victory at the World Photographic Cup held in Quito, Ecuador,