Creative Gateways Photo Retreat & Workshop
Gateway, Colorado
Upcoming Workshops:
April 1-4, 2027
Available
Retreat Leaders
 Beth Buelow and Meredith Fontana
A 100% refundable deposit secures your spot!
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Join retreat leaders and pro photographers Beth Buelow and Meredith Fontana and a small group of creative explorers for an energizing photography experience that’s part retreat, part workshop. Our themes: curiosity, play, pushing boundaries, and challenging norms. We’ll balance our time between conversations around creativity and discovering your individual voice, with going out in the field to put what you learn into practice. Image reviews, creative prompts, and practice with seeing something in everything are on the agenda.
Photographic Focus
- Nonliteral and abstract
- Small scenes
- Intimate Landscapes
Details:
The small town of Gateway, Colorado is our homebase for exploration of red-walled canyons, raging rivers, and spectacular scenery. We’ll be staying at Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa, renowned for being one of Colorado’s finest luxury resorts.
The all-inclusive retreat package means you won’t have to think about anything but your photography. Our focus will be on self-expression, creating personally meaningful images, trying unconventional techniques, and cultivating a mindset of freedom and play.
You’ll have a creatively enriching, rejuvenating experience that will light a fire within you and get you excited about making art.
Space is limited to 10 photographers. Reserve your spot now to guarantee you’re one of them!
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Trip Type: Luxury lodging, Gateway Canyons Resort & Spa, renowned for being one of Colorado’s finest luxury resorts. |
Difficulty Level: 2/5Â (Details) |
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Solitude Level: 3/5 |
Group Size: 10Â participants |
| Trip Length: 4Â days |
Nearest Airport: Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) |
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Space is limited — reserve your place today with a 100% refundable deposit. It’s the easiest way to lock in your spot now while keeping your plans flexible.
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Why Choose Nature Photography Workshops?
Sign up for any in-person workshop and get a full year’s membership to the Nature Photography Collective absolutely free. That’s a $177 value, on us!
Access to Over 200 Online Photography CoursesÂ
- 188+ class lessons.
- 45+ hours of course content.
- Get access to all new speaker series the morning following each live session!
- Special download sheets on workflow, editing, presets and more.
- 12 different courses on topics from creativity, post processing, and the elements of photography.Â
- Access to new book summaries as posted.
- New courses released regularly. Â
- Bonus eBooks on Composition, Light, and Technique: Vision/Processing.Â
- Special access to classes and events available only to yearly members.
- Preferred access to in-field workshops before anyone else!
Live Preparation Zoom CallÂ
Meet with your instructor before the workshop. Receive personalized instruction and have a chance to have your questions answered.Â
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Live Editing Zoom CallÂ
Upon returning home from your workshop, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate remotely with your instructor on photo editing techniques.
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Meet Your Retreat Leaders
Beth Buelow is a Michigan-based artist, coach, and educator specializing in abstract and minimalist photography. Beth's creative philosophy is simple: If you’re not amazed, you’re not paying attention. Her work doesn’t fit into one genre or subject, as she aims to reflect the incredible world around us. Inspired by Walt Whitman’s words, "I am large, I contain multitudes," Beth's photography explores themes of calm, order, mystery, balance, and experimentation. These elements may seem at odds, but they reflect her playful approach to creativity.
Her podcast, “Pixels,” features conversations with leading photographers, exploring the heart and art of photography. Beth is the author of “The Introvert Entrepreneur: Amplify Your Strengths and Create Success on Your Own Terms.”
She’s been coaching since 2008 and is a Professional Certified Coach, recognized by the International Coaching Federation. She is a sought-after presenter on abstract photography and creativity. Beth created and facilitates the Nature Photography Collective Creativity Mastermind Groups. You can learn more about Beth and her work at her website.
Meredith Fontana is a Denver-based landscape photographer, educator, and founder of Nature Photography Academy. Drawing on her experiences from a career in paleontology and outdoor adventure, Meredith brings a unique perspective to the art of landscape photography. Her focus for the past 4 years has been on capturing the beauty of Colorado's diverse, hard-to-reach wilderness areas and promoting their protection.
Meredith's passion for teaching landscape photography stems from a desire to inspire others to explore their creativity and deepen their connection with nature. Through engaging workshops and educational content, she has helped over 1,400 nature and landscape photographers improve their skills, harness their unique perspectives, and cultivate a greater appreciation for the environment. You can learn more about Meredith and her work at her website.
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