Bodie Ghost Town/
Hwy 395 Workshop
For the past three years, I've led a Fall Photography workshop to the Eastern Sierra. I lead one workshop annually with a team of two assistants who have been with me for 6 years. I am dedicated to making sure all participants get the best opportunity for good photography.
One of the highlights is exclusive access to Bodie State Historic Park for an visit inside many of the buildings that are closed to the general public and get access to Bodie from 6PM - AM for night photography.
We offer classroom time, Night Photography instruction and beautiful locations to photograph. In October 2024, we were excited to visit the Eastern Sierras during leaf peeping season and were rewarded with some eye popping colors. We will be back there in time for Fall Colors in 2026.
We always visit the Wild Horses of the Montgomery Pass Herd which many attendees feel is the icing on the cake.
I plan to offer this Workshop again October 3-7th, 2026. Maximum is 10 participants
The fee for the workshop is $1200.00 which includes all permits, fees and insurance to get into Bodie State Historic Park.
The fee does not include lodging, food, transportation or personal insurance.
Since there are only 10 spaces, we require a $350.00 deposit upon registration to hold
your place.
50% due April 1, 2026
Balance is due August 1, 2026
Refunds: The Bodie Foundation will not give us a refund of fees paid but hopefully we’ll
have others interested if you must cancel.
100% until July 1, 2026 50% until August 1 No refund after August 1, 2026
I accept Venmo, Apple Pay and Check
Send me a message if you're interested in attending. Ktriolo@gmail.com
Some reviews of past participants:
Suzanne 2025
The “Bodie trip” is so much more than just Bodie itself — it’s the night sky at Mono Lake, fall color in the mountains, wild horses, and unforgettable early-morning and nighttime skies at Bodie. Kathy organizes everything extremely well and keeps participants informed every step of the way. I’ve loved every trip to Bodie with Kathy.
Grace 2025
Kathy's workshop is jam-packed with amazing opportunities to shoot a variety of subjects in the beautiful Eastern Sierra, from the enchanting ghost town of Bodie to wildlife, landscapes and the Milky Way. I was challenged to push past my own photographic comfort zone and try things that I don't usually do (hello, night photography), with so much encouragement and support. The classroom component is also very helpful for those photographers who, like me, need some coaching and education on how to edit photos in Lightroom. Whether you're an advanced photographer or just starting out, I think this workshop is a great way to learn, grow, and have fun!" --Grace F., Grass Valley, CA
Janet and Chuck G. 2025
"My husband and I took Kathy's photography workshop to Bodie, and it exceeded every expectation. We got to photograph inside historic buildings not normally open to the public, which alone would have been amazing—but then we also stayed after the park closed for sunset and Milky Way shots.
The experience didn't stop there. We spent time at Mono Lake capturing sunrise, sunset, and Milky Way photography, which was completely new to both of us. We learned so much throughout the workshop, but the highlight was photographing wild mustang horses. That was absolutely the best part.
The instruction was excellent, everything was well organized, and the whole experience was filled with fun moments I still dream about. I'm already excited to go again and can't recommend this workshop enough to anyone interested in photography.” -Chuck and Janet G
Mike S - 2025
Even though I’ve photographed Bodie a number of times over the years, my Bodie visit with Kathy and Bill’s workshop was special. The opportunity to actually go inside and photograph the interiors of some of these historic structures was a unique experience, as was being able to wander around Bodie outside of the normal visiting hours. As an added bonus, we spent time at Mono Lake, photographed wild horses, had some classroom and free time and got to soak in the beautiful Eastern Sierra.
Ruth - 2024
The “Bodie Trip” was an incredible experience! As an amateur photographer, I truly valued the chance to explore and photograph such numerous and amazing locations. The trip was thoughtfully planned and well-organized, making the most of our time.
Kathy and her two assistants were great, each bringing their unique photography styles and teaching approaches. I appreciated their balance of hands-on guidance when needed, while also giving us plenty of space to explore and create at our own pace. The camaraderie among the group made the experience even more enjoyable.
My favorites? Time at at Bodie - inside and outside the buildings with just our group and the absolute thrill of experiencing the wild horses in their natural habitat! I can’t wait to join Kathy and her team on future trips!
Darby and Clark 2024
When we booked our workshop with Kathy last October, I expected it would be fun and well run, but I never expected how special it would be!
The unprecedented access to Bodie State Park, both before and after hours, was epic! The Night Photography tutelage was more than helpful and the support from Kathy and her team was warm, welcoming and knowledgeable.
All that would have been enough to consider it a great workshop. Then add Nevada’s, rare and majestic wild horses! Hundreds of them! It was one of those moments in my life that will stand out forever. The mountains in the background, and the horses in their natural environment, made for a very special adventure.
I consider it to be one of the best workshops I’ve ever attended!
