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Charly Savely is shifting the wildlife photography industry with her artful approach that creates a connection between the animal and the viewer. Her globally recognized style has landed her client work with FOUR PAWS International, REI, Burts Bees, Marmot, and a spot on the SONY Alpha Collective team.

In this workshop, expand beyond adventure photography into advanced shooting techniques, gear, safety, and tactical editing for wildlife. Join Charly for hands-on field lessons in Katmai National Park in Alaska to photograph bears during peak season.

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How to become a better negotiator
Tactics to find motivation
Pushing past self imposed limitations
In-depth exploration of goal setting
Exercises to map backwards from the destination
Daily routines and systems for success
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Ep.
1
Meet Charly
Ep.
2
The Gear Episode
Ep.
3
Researching Locations, Trip Planning & Conservation
Ep.
4
My Approach To Shooting In The Field
Ep.
5
Safety
Ep.
6
Photographing Brown Bears: Day 1
Ep.
7
Photographing Brown Bears: Day 2
Ep.
8
Finding Your Style
Ep.
9
Editing Pt. 1
Ep.
10
Editing Pt. 2
Ep.
11
Editing Pt. 3
Ep.
12
Workshop Recap
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Charly Savely

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Charly Savely is shifting the wildlife photography industry with her artful approach that creates a connection between the animal and the viewer. Her globally recognized style has landed her client work with FOUR PAWS International, REI, Burts Bees, Marmot, and a spot on the SONY Alpha Collective team.

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The Wildlife Photography Workshop
Charly Savely is shifting the wildlife photography industry with her artful approach that creates a connection between the animal and the viewer. Her globally recognized style has landed her client work with FOUR PAWS International, REI, Burts Bees, Marmot, and a spot on the SONY Alpha Collective team.
In this workshop, expand beyond adventure photography into advanced shooting techniques, gear, safety, and tactical editing for wildlife. Join Charly for hands-on field lessons in Katmai National Park in Alaska to photograph bears during peak season.
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  • Key Shooting Techniques: Lens Choice, Framing for Impact, Handheld vs. Tripod Settings
  • How Art Influences Composition And Style
  • Where to Find Wildlife and Safety Approaches
  • Gear Recs for Shooting in Cold Conditions
  • Strategic Choices in Editing for Emotion
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The Gear Episode

Charly Savely
Charly was born & raised in Bristol, England, but has lived the majority of her life on the West Coast of the USA. She currently resides in the beautiful state of Alaska, in the small city of Anchorage. She is a full-time freelance Professional Photographer, who combines her thirst for adventure with her love for photography to capture unique personal experiences.
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Kinda bummed
Ryan Sheldon
Before I say anything more, I just gotta say that I am a big fan of Charly's work and respect all that she has accomplished. However, if I am being honest, I just really didn't get much out of this workshop. It was much more of a photography 101 and highly basic Lightroom editing. Also, there were a few mistakes in some of the basic camera settings terminology, as well as in Lightroom. And please don't think I am trying to nit-pick with that, but I am just simply saying that for $149 (and that was on sale) I expected a pro level workshop, and that's just not what this is. A fantastic beginner course that highlights a specific artist's editing style and approach, but that's about where I would leave it. Finally, it was quite short for the cost - definitely watchable in a few hour sitting. That would've been fine had the content been more fulfilling. Again, I mean no disrespect, as Charley has made a name for herself far beyond my dreams... and I have nothing but respect for that. But, it just fell way short of my expectations.
Entertaining and I learned something, but not worth the money for me.
Dr. Eickhoff
Not to be critical about Charly Savely: it's not a bad workshop, but I feel it is totally mis-priced. I found it interesting to hear about Charly Savely, her development and how she managed to become who she is. I found the part about Wildlife Photography specifically rather thin, but it picked up a few interesting tips about editing pictures. Overall, I think it was worth watching the workshop. However, for 149$ including all rebates, I think one could barely justify the price. Had I paid the sticker price of 300$, I'd be really disappointed for what you get out of this. I have bought courses from photographers like David Yarrow, Elia Locardi or Jimmy Chin in the past and they have way more things to talk about or to teach (in depth and scope) for that price or less.
Super fun and informative!
Joy Sheehan
This was a really fun and informative workshop for anyone hoping to learn more about wildlife photography and editing! I got the most value from the editing sections. I've been editing my own shots in Lightroom and Photoshop for quite a few years now and still walked away with brand new tools and techniques I didn't even know existed in these programs! My boyfriend was also a park ranger at Katmai this past season and knew the guide and pilot featured haha So it was even more cool to see the park from Charly's eyes.
Kinda bummed
Ryan Sheldon
Before I say anything more, I just gotta say that I am a big fan of Charly's work and respect all that she has accomplished. However, if I am being honest, I just really didn't get much out of this workshop. It was much more of a photography 101 and highly basic Lightroom editing. Also, there were a few mistakes in some of the basic camera settings terminology, as well as in Lightroom. And please don't think I am trying to nit-pick with that, but I am just simply saying that for $149 (and that was on sale) I expected a pro level workshop, and that's just not what this is. A fantastic beginner course that highlights a specific artist's editing style and approach, but that's about where I would leave it. Finally, it was quite short for the cost - definitely watchable in a few hour sitting. That would've been fine had the content been more fulfilling. Again, I mean no disrespect, as Charley has made a name for herself far beyond my dreams... and I have nothing but respect for that. But, it just fell way short of my expectations.
Entertaining and I learned something, but not worth the money for me.
Dr. Eickhoff
Not to be critical about Charly Savely: it's not a bad workshop, but I feel it is totally mis-priced. I found it interesting to hear about Charly Savely, her development and how she managed to become who she is. I found the part about Wildlife Photography specifically rather thin, but it picked up a few interesting tips about editing pictures. Overall, I think it was worth watching the workshop. However, for 149$ including all rebates, I think one could barely justify the price. Had I paid the sticker price of 300$, I'd be really disappointed for what you get out of this. I have bought courses from photographers like David Yarrow, Elia Locardi or Jimmy Chin in the past and they have way more things to talk about or to teach (in depth and scope) for that price or less.
Super fun and informative!
Joy Sheehan
This was a really fun and informative workshop for anyone hoping to learn more about wildlife photography and editing! I got the most value from the editing sections. I've been editing my own shots in Lightroom and Photoshop for quite a few years now and still walked away with brand new tools and techniques I didn't even know existed in these programs! My boyfriend was also a park ranger at Katmai this past season and knew the guide and pilot featured haha So it was even more cool to see the park from Charly's eyes.
Loved it!
Caitlyn Houck
I've been searching for this exact workshop since I returned from Alaska in October. I've also recently taken up hunting/tracking and I find animal behavior completely fascinating. This was a great motivator to take my photography to the next level. Thanks so much Charly! The conservation section was a nice added bonus to the course. (Hooray no pebble mine!)
Brilliant and inspiring workshop
Sarah Mackey
This workshop was absolutely fantastic. I feel so lucky to have gotten an inside look at Charly's process and how she's developed her style. The videos following her on the photoshoot in Alaska are absolutely breathtaking, they gave me chills. The workshop was filled with so many great tips on how to be a mindful wildlife photographer as well, which is really important for our planet. After having finished this workshop, I definitely feel inspired.
No Rules In Photography
Justin Kibbel
Charly has become one of my favorite wildlife photographers due to the emotion she depicts in her photos. This class was a very helpful guide in settling an internal debate I've been having in regards to realism vs emotion in my editing process. It helped cement the idea that rules are made to be broken and while realism and following guidelines may be what some photographers are seeking, there's just as much merit in doing what looks good to you and finding your unique style. I also appreciated the focus on importance of conservation in wildlife photography and respecting the world and animals you are shooting. We are a visitor in their world and often people forget that. If you are just getting started in photography or find yourself stuck in a rut, this workshop is a great resource. Charly showcases her go to gear, planning, safety, conservation, and gives a look into her editing process.

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In Search of the Wild

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The Wildlife Photography Workshop

Exclusive To This Workshop

  • The never heard before story of Alex
  • An debut interview with his parents about his upbringing
  • The story of how his career really started
  • A very personal field day where Alex photographs his dad in his farm : so you can see the approach and get better at photographing your loved ones, making intimate portraits.
  • An interview with alpine photographer Ben Tibbets on determination and motivation
  • A printable book with workshop summary and exercises for growth

Workshop Curriculum

17:39

1

Meet Charly

From growing up in Bristol, England to her new home in Anchorage, Alaska – she has lived a life of adventure. Hear how art has shaped her process and how hard work has gotten her to where she is today. Charly also shares about how she wants to empower other females in the photography industry to own their voice.

17:42

2

The Gear Episode

Get an in-depth look at the gear Charly uses in the field. Everything from the toe warmers she swears by, to the bags she uses, and - of course - the telephoto lenses she prefers. Plus as a Sony Collective Member, she is familiar with much of their line.

18:22

3

Researching Locations, Trip Planning & Conservation

Charly breaks down her approach to planning trips and finding new locations to shoot. She shares how important it is to develop a relationship with certain places over time and how that ties into the need to protect them.

9:51

4

My Approach To Shooting In The Field

Learn how Charly prepares before going into the field to shoot wildlife. She discusses how she finds guides, learns about animal behavior, and creates a mental checklist of what to look for in the field.

10:00

5

Safety

No photograph is worth your life. Charly explains important things to keep in mind when shooting wildlife so that both you and the animals stay safe. She shares a bonus story where a wolf almost had the best of her.

9:13

6

Photographing Brown Bears: Day 1

Follow Charly and the Wildist crew into the field via sea-plane to find and photograph brown bears fishing for salmon. We venture deep into the Alaskan backcountry and get up close and personal with these magnificent animals.

4:35

7

Photographing Brown Bears: Day 2

Building on the success of the previous shoot, we venture back into the unknown. With a full day of seasonal elements (hello, rain downpour). Charly discusses her approaches and what she looks for in a composition while shooting wild animals.

15:20

8

Finding Your Style

Personal style is growing more important everyday as the industry becomes more saturated. Charly breaks down how she found her own personal style, and things to keep in mind as you discover your own voice and visual aesthetic.

24:08

9

Editing Pt. 1

Watch Charly edit as she breaks down her process of highlighting certain colors, using composition to create power, and remove ticks from the leopard to reduce visual clutter.

21:06

10

Editing Pt. 2

Charly edits a macro photo of a horse's eye. She discusses gradient fades and how to use the sharpen tool selectively to create a dreamy minimalistic feel.

24:12

11

Editing Pt. 3

Charly edits one of her favorite photos from the field shoots and demonstrates how to remove elements, adjust fur color, and overall color temperature of a photo.

1:00

12

Workshop Recap

Congrats! You've finished the workshop. Charly recaps her biggest takeaways, and offers a few hints on useful next steps in your photography career.

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  • Stylistic editing techniques

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