Perseids Meteor Shower Night Sky Photography Workshop – Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park • Near Front Royal, VA

Photograph the Perseids meteor shower during this special night sky photography workshop in Shenandoah National Park near Front Royal, Virginia.

Join landscape photographer Scott Turnmeyer for a small-group Perseids meteor shower photography workshop in the mountains near Front Royal, Virginia. This outdoor field session is designed to help you capture meteors, stars, and night landscapes during one of the most popular meteor showers of the year.

The Perseids are one of the strongest and most reliable meteor showers visible in the Northern Hemisphere. During this workshop you will learn how to set up your camera for long exposures, focus in low light, and use the correct settings to capture meteors as they streak across the sky.

This special event workshop may include photographing:

• Meteor showers
• Stars and night landscapes
• Long-exposure night photography
• Proper focusing in low light
• ISO, shutter speed, and aperture for night sky photography

This workshop focuses on night photography only.
Additional workshops include Sunset, Sunrise, and Waterfalls, and can be combined for automatic savings.

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We’ll meet after dark at a scenic location in Shenandoah National Park to learn how to photograph the night sky using manual settings, long exposures, and proper focusing techniques. You’ll learn how to balance ISO, shutter speed, and aperture to capture sharp stars, detailed landscapes, and dramatic night scenes.

This workshop also covers how to focus in low light, reduce noise, compose strong images in dark conditions, and adjust settings based on sky conditions. Scott will provide individual guidance throughout the session so you understand exactly what settings to use and why.

Location Details

To ensure the best possible conditions, the exact meetup location will be selected based on weather, cloud cover, and sky visibility. The workshop will take place in Shenandoah National Park as near as possible to Front Royal, VA or the Thornton Gap Entrance.

This workshop is offered on select dates.
Choose your preferred date when registering.

Participants will receive a detailed email 24–48 hours prior to the event with:

• Exact meetup location
• Parking instructions
• Weather considerations
• Recommended gear and clothing

Each participant will receive individualized guidance throughout the session.

This is an outdoor workshop and will proceed in most weather conditions unless safety is a concern.

Please note: If this workshop is inside Shenandoah National Park then park admission will be the responsibility of the registrant upon entry.

Who This Class Is For

Photographers with DSLR or mirrorless cameras that offer manual control
Hobby photographers ready to move beyond automatic modes
Anyone who understands the basics of photography but wants to learn night photography

This class is not recommended for phone-only photographers.

What to Bring

Scott recommends bringing the following:

• A camera with manual mode capability
• Tripod (required for night photography)
• Wide angle lens recommended (but not required)
• Remote shutter release (recommended)
• Charged battery(ies) and memory card(s)
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Warm clothing — temperatures at elevation can be much cooler at night
• Notebook or notes app (optional)

Workshop Details

Length: Approximately 2 hours
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner to Intermediate
Format: In-person, small group
Time: After dark (exact time varies by date and season)

Seats: Limited for individual attention

A signed liability waiver will be required to participate

Participants should be comfortable standing and walking short distances in low-light conditions.

You can save when registering for multiple photography classes or workshops.
Discounts are applied automatically when more than one session is selected.