Ruins

In by Angela ShetzerJuly 12, 2017

Ruins Pictures

You’ll find many captivating pieces of the past in our ruins photo gallery. From Anasazi cliff dwellings in the American Southwest to the temples of ancient Greece, from sod churches in Iceland to tumbledown structures from the Old West, these pictures of ruins capture a wide range of feelings and experiences. Whether you’re looking for a photo that’s mysterious, melancholy, or just beautiful, an image from our ruins gallery is guaranteed to fit the bill.

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House On Fire Anasazi RuinThe house on fire Anasazi ruin outside of Blanding Utah.

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Colorado Photography The Crystal MillFeatured here in this Colorado photography shoot is The Crystal Mill. Known by locals and well versed photographers for its dramatic presence. With mountains close by, the Crystal River falls into a serene pool, as this old structure miraculously and perilously stands atop the rocks. From our Fall Colors Photo Workshop from the air.

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Newspaper Rock HieroglyphicsThe CanyonLands National Park in Utah is home to the Newspaper Rock that is covered in hieroglyphics.

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Ruins was last modified: May 27th, 2022 by Angela Shetzer

Best vacation I ever had!!! The grizzly photo workshop was like a dream.

“There’s plenty of time out in the field to get great and unforgettable photos. Matt will sacrifice getting his photos to ensure that everyone in the group is paying attention to the elements, ISO, aperture, etc. His attention to detail and professionalism make this a first class workshop.

Thanks, Matt. I’m looking forward to your other workshops.”

-Maureen from San Diego
Grizzly Bear Photography Workshop

We really enjoyed our time with you at the Haines workshop!

So much to be impressed by: the quality of your instruction, both as it related to the use of our equipment to produce optimum in-camera images as well as the post processing workflow guidance, your knowledge of the area and eagle behavior and, of course, the amazing beauty of our surroundings.

But beyond that, it was the more subtle aspects of your work that really made for a special trip: your constant focus on us as your customers, the care you take to go the extra mile in scouting out uniquely special places and the relationships you maintain with the local community that pay big dividends for you and your customers!

I would highly recommend this workshop and you, as a workshop leader, to anyone!

-Chris from California
Bald Eagle Photography Workshop

They are meticulously organized, running smoothly from beginning to end.

I recently returned from Shetzers Iceland Photographic Workshop. It was a great introduction to Iceland and I came home with photos that I am very pleased with. This was not my first Shetzers workshop—I attended the Hummingbird Workshop in Ecuador and the Bald Eagle Workshop in Alaska, both very enjoyable and productive. I have already signed up for South Texas Birds and Stars in February. Other workshops offered by Shetzers feature grizzly bears (Alaska), birds and nature (Costa Rica) and fall colors (Colorado). I have attended many photographic workshops over the years but, for me, Shetzers are the best. They are meticulously organized, running smoothly from beginning to end. The number of participants is small, typically 4-6. The cost is very reasonable, especially considering that accommodation, meals and transportation during the workshop are included. The workshops are open to photographers of all levels. Matt is a highly accomplished photographer (see his web site). He has extensive knowledge of a wide range of photographic techniques and equipment that he is more than willing to share. He takes participants to some great photographic locations but does not push any particular approach, instead encouraging individuals to explore the possibilities themselves. However he is always nearby, ready to help and advise. Of course Matt cannot control the weather but he makes good use of “downtime” to give informal talks on technique. This is also a good opportunity for participants to show their new photos. I am very enthusiastic about Shetzers workshops and recommend them highly without reservation.

– Ian from San Francisco
Iceland Photography Workshop

Once you take a photo workshop with Matt Shetzer — it will not be your last!

When Matt offered a photographic workshop to do Landscapes in Iceland, we just had to go. It was our first trip out of the country and we knew that it would be an incredible trip with Matt handling the Photo Workshop when we got there. We already knew one of the other gentlemen going to Iceland, since we had attended a Bald Eagle Photo Workshop (2015) with Richard and was looking forward to meeting Ian (see his review). The Iceland trip was unbelievably wonderful and Matt made the entire workshop smooth, educational and easy to concentrate on just taking beautiful pictures. Matt listens to each person’s “wish list” as to what type/or kind of photos they always wanted to capture, then he goes above and beyond to try to make it happen. Matt does extensive research on every trip to take you to the locations and times to get the best shots. He is there with his experience to help you should you need it. Matt keeps each workshop more fun and informational than the previous ones (which is hard to do!). We are looking forward to attending the Bald Eagle Photo Workshop in Haines, AK for 2018 (our 3rd workshop) and expect to get even greater Bald Eagle/”Swans”(insider joke, “sorry had to do it Matt “) shots than before. Once you take a photo workshop with Matt Shetzer — it will not be your last!

-Barry and Paula from Colorado
Iceland Photography Workshop

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