SMALL-GROUP PHOTO WORKSHOPS & TOURS

Photograph Extraordinary Places, With a Pro at Your Side

Small-group photography workshops and tours in extraordinary places, from America's national parks to Norway, the Faroe Islands and Mongolia. Led by Matt Suess: 35+ years behind the camera, OM SYSTEM Global Ambassador, and guiding photographers in the field since 2012.

Explore the 2026–2027 workshops below ↓

35+

YEARS AS A
PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER

2012

LEADING WORKSHOPS
& TOURS SINCE

6–9

PHOTOGRAPHERS MAX
ON MOST WORKSHOPS

~60%

OF CLIENTS COME
BACK FOR ANOTHER
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OM SYSTEM
Global Ambassador

NiSi Filters
Ambassador

National Park Service
Authorized Permittee
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WHERE I'VE LED WORKSHOPS & TOURS

Norway  ·  Faroe Islands  ·  Mongolia  ·  Italy  ·  Canada  ·  Grand Teton  ·  Zion  ·  Bryce Canyon  ·  Capitol Reef  ·  Arches & Canyonlands  ·  Badlands  ·  Santa Fe  ·  Colorado's San Juan Mountains

WHY PHOTOGRAPHERS TRAVEL WITH ME

You'll Know Exactly Who's Teaching You, and Your Photos Come First

My workshops aren't about lecturing. They're about working alongside you in the field, sharing the techniques and artistic approach I've developed over 35+ years behind the camera, from my photojournalism roots to my work today as an OM SYSTEM Global Ambassador.

 

Whether you're new to photography or already selling prints, I'll meet you exactly where you are in your journey.

  • Truly small groups. Most workshops are capped at 6 to 9 photographers, so you get real one-on-one time every day
  • No mystery instructors. I lead every workshop personally, sometimes alongside trusted co-instructors
  • Your photos before mine. I'm beside you in the field, not off chasing my own shots
  • Field instruction plus editing sessions and group critiques, so you grow on both ends

2026

Upcoming Workshops

NOV 29 – DEC 4, 2026

Winter Magic & Wildlife in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · All cameras

Experience the magic of a Teton winter in early December, when bull moose still carry their antlers and 7,500 elk gather at the National Elk Refuge. Equal time on winter wildlife and landscapes, including environmental portraits, telephoto landscapes, minimalism and high-key techniques.

 

Includes 5 nights in your own private cabin with breakfast.

3 spots left

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2027

The 2027 Season

Small groups, extraordinary places, and personal instruction from the moment we arrive until the last frame.

FEB 5 – 9, 2027

The Winter Magic of Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

With Matt Suess  ·  Small group · All cameras

Winter sunrises and sunsets over Bryce Canyon's snow-dusted hoodoos, plus a night sky session or two.

4 spots left

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OM SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE

APR 6 – 10, 2027

Arches & Canyonlands National Parks Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, Utah

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · OM SYSTEM

Master the early-season Milky Way beneath the arches and canyons of southern Utah.

4 spots left

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OM SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE

JUN 4 – 8, 2027

Grand Teton National Park Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, Wyoming

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · OM SYSTEM

My most popular night sky workshop. It sells out every year.

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OM SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE

JUN 29 – JUL 3, 2027

Grand Teton National Park Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, Wyoming

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · OM SYSTEM

The Milky Way rising over the Teton Range, in a small group of OM SYSTEM photographers.

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JUL 3 – 7, 2027

Grand Teton National Park Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, Wyoming

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · All cameras

The same sell-out night sky workshop, open to photographers using any camera system.

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OM SYSTEM EXCLUSIVE

JUL 29 – AUG 2, 2027

Badlands National Park Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, South Dakota

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · OM SYSTEM

The Milky Way over Badlands National Park, a certified International Dark Sky Park.

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AUG 2 – 6, 2027

Badlands National Park Milky Way & Night Sky Photography Workshop, South Dakota

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · All cameras

Dark skies and dramatic badlands, open to photographers using any camera system.

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SEP 13 – 17, 2027

Mastering Black & White Photography in Badlands National Park, South Dakota

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 8 · All cameras

Learn to see in black and white in one of the most dramatic landscapes in the West.

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SEP 23 – 27, 2027

Teton Gold & Wildlife: Fall Photography Workshop in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

With Matt Suess & Jim Nix  ·  Group of 9 · All cameras

Golden aspens, the Teton Range and elk in the rut: equal parts fall landscape and wildlife.

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SEP 30 – OCT 4, 2027

San Juan Gold: Fall Color Photography Workshop in Ouray, Colorado

With Matt Suess & Jim Nix  ·  Group of 9 · All cameras

Aspen-covered hillsides glowing beneath the San Juan peaks around historic Ouray.

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NOV 29 – DEC 3, 2027

Winter Magic & Wildlife in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

With Matt Suess  ·  Group of 6 · All cameras

Bull moose, thousands of elk and snow-covered peaks in the quiet of a Teton December.

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CAN'T MAKE THESE DATES?

Be the first to know about new workshops

New dates and destinations go to my email list first. You can also ask about one-on-one mentoring.

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IN THEIR WORDS

What Past Clients Say

“

Matt is the best instructor I've had for any creative activity, but especially photography. He is patient in explaining things, and really helps you focus on the areas that YOU want to develop.

Emily L.

Workshop client

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He is extremely knowledgeable and communicates well both in the artistry and technical realms. Knows the places, the cameras, and how to make photos that are really creative.

Ramona B.

Workshop client

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I think the way you handled the workshop was as near perfect as any student could ask for.

Harley M.

Fall Grand Teton workshop client
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