Fine Art on the Salt Flats
A private one day workshop/tour with fine art model Bella Fernandez and Ben Horton
On the vast salt flats of the Utah desert, the landscape becomes a living studio—where light reflects endlessly, form meets horizon, and simplicity turns powerful. For generations, photographers have been drawn to this place, captivated by the purity of its light and the striking contrast between the stark, crystalline salt and the softness of the human form.
Join Ben Horton and muse Bella Fernandez for an intimate fine-art photography workshop that explores the balance between technical mastery, emotional storytelling, and artistic vision.
Overview
Limited to two photographers, this one-day experience is designed for artists who want to explore how light, collaboration, and vision can create emotion captured through the art of photography.
Together, we’ll plan and execute a complete creative concept—from inspiration and collaboration to the final edit. The workshop includes guided pre-production sessions, a hands-on shoot on location, and a post-production editing class.
Date: May 16, 2025
Location: Utah Salt Flats (exact site chosen based on participants)
Price: $1,250 per person
Optional Upgrade: Private Solo Workshop — $2,000 total
Workflow
Pre-Workshop: Creative Development (Online, Two Sessions)
Session 1 — Orientation & Vision
Meet Ben and Bella, outline creative goals, and discuss artistic direction.
Learn how to communicate effectively and build comfort with your subject.
Assignment: gather 5–10 reference images that represent your desired tone, lighting, and aesthetic.
Session 2 — Inspiration & Concept Sharing
Present your inspiration boards and ideas.
Bella joins to offer perspective and help shape the visual narrative.
Finalize location, wardrobe, and creative direction based on the group’s vision.
On-Location Workshop (Half-Day, May 16)
Create fine art in one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth.
You’ll learn how to:
Read and shape natural light in a reflective environment
Build trust and flow between photographer and model
Evoke emotion and authenticity through body language
Compose with intention and clarity
Adapt to light, weather, and creative challenges
This is a collaborative experience focused on artistry, communication, and presence.
Post-Workshop: Editing & Workflow (Online)
Selecting your strongest and most emotionally resonant images
Fine-art toning, color grading, and subtle retouching
Building consistency and cohesion across a series
Preparing images for print, exhibition, or publication
Optional Upgrade
Private Solo Experience — $2,000 Total
A one-on-one workshop with Ben and Bella is designed for photographers who want a fully personalized experience.
This option offers a full-day shoot, individual creative focus, and direct guidance from Ben throughout every stage—from concept to final image.
How to Apply
Because of the intimate and collaborative nature of this workshop, space is extremely limited.
To apply, please include:
Your name and contact information
A link to your portfolio or Instagram
A brief note on what you hope to gain from the experience
Selected participants will be invited to a short introduction call before final confirmation.
“A photograph is not made in the camera but on either side of it.”
— Edward Steichen