Workshop: Silver City, Idaho
June 27 – 29

Hotel reservations are now based upon availability.
Participants will need to make their own reservations by contacting the Idaho Hotel at idahohotel@historicsilvercityidaho.com prior to Memorial Day
(or call 208-583-4104 after Memorial Day) with the balance for the
workshop due to IPW ($102 per person).

Instructor: Mike Shipman

This workshop location is a journey back in time. Silver City, nestled in the mountains of southwest Idaho at 6,200 ft. elevation, is one of the most accurately preserved “ghost towns” in the United States. The area supported a silver and gold mining boom in the 1800s and at the peak, Silver City had a population of around 2,500 with 75 businesses, 300 homes, and 12 ore processing plants. Silver City was also the County Seat and, in 1874, had the first telegraph and daily newspaper in the Idaho Territory. In the 1890s, the city had electricity.

About 75 original structures, dating back to the 1860s, still remain in Silver City, providing real insight and experience into life in the area during the early history of Idaho and the west. The Idaho Hotel, originally built in 1863 in Ruby City, a mile away, was moved to Silver City in 1866 after Ruby City lost the County Seat to Silver City. The hotel was closed in 1942, but reopened in 1972. The hotel is preserved as much as it was during its prime.

During this workshop, Mike will cover topics such as composition, exploring your subject, understanding vision and perception, off-camera flash, and filter use. Digital and film photographers and all skill levels welcome.

Accommodations and meals are available at the Idaho Hotel, or a camping option can be selected. Camping is available free at a primitive BLM campground in town or at various locations in the area (no potable water) on a first-come, first served basis.

Driving directions and map, release form, and other materials will be sent to you when you register.

Itinerary:

Friday, June 27: Arrive in Silver City. We will meet at 6pm for an evening session. You’re welcome to arrive anytime during the day.
Saturday, June 28: Early morning session before breakfast. Sessions all day.
Sunday, June 29: Early morning session before breakfast, sessions until 4pm when workshop ends. Depart for home.

Workshop fee:

Idaho Hotel option:
Hotel reservations are now based upon availability. Participants will need to make their own reservations by contacting the Idaho Hotel at idahohotel@historicsilvercityidaho.com prior to Memorial Day (or call 208-583-4104 after Memorial Day) with the balance for the
workshop due to IPW ($102 per person).

$102 per person, IPW member
$130 per person, non IPW member

Included in workshop fee:
Instruction by professional photographer Mike Shipman
Lodging at the historic Idaho Hotel (hotel option)

Not included:
Meals
Transportation to and from Silver City
Trip insurance
Additional fees (optional, if needed) for access to privately owned buildings and/or property


If you have any questions, contact Mike Shipman 208.466.9340