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Sand & Shutter: Bridal Portraits Wedding Photography Workshop

March 6th, 2024, is a day etched in our memories for all the right reasons. Adjacent to the WPPI 2024 conference, we gathered at the awe-inspiring Boulder City Dry Lake Bed to create something truly magical: "Sand & Shutter – The Art of Bridal Portraits in Motion" wedding photography workshop.


Against a backdrop that looked like another world, we were able to capture the beauty, elegance, and grace of bridal portraits—while embracing the movement of the desert winds.


The unique setting of the dry lake bed, with its endless horizon and expansive, sun-kissed space, offered the perfect canvas for photographers to push creative boundaries. And with an incredible lineup of models, there was no shortage of inspiration.

A group of photographers and models pose for a group photo on a desert landscape. Two women in vibrant yellow and green gowns stand out. Mountains and clear blue sky in the background.
"Sand & Shutter – The Art of Bridal Portraits in Motion" Photography Workshop Group Photo

A Day of Creativity and Collaboration

Photographers arrived on-site, fully prepared to dive into a day of shooting, creativity, and collaboration. With cameras at the ready and the models poised to bring each vision to life, the day began with excitement in the air.


The models for this shoot were nothing short of remarkable:

  • Lemmy

  • Rachel

  • Roxy

  • Jessica

  • Reanna


Each model embodied the elegance and ethereal nature of bridal portraits, while adding their own flair to the shots. Their ability to work with the natural elements of the desert—whether it was capturing flowing fabric in the wind or evoking emotion through movement—gave every photographer an opportunity to create something breathtaking during this wedding photography workshop.

Woman in a white dress holds a sheer fabric above her head against a mountain backdrop. Clear sky, relaxed expression, sunny day.
Our beautiful model Jess modeling bridal attire at our Sand & Shutter: The Art of Bridal Portraits in Motion Wedding Photography Workshop in Las Vegas.

Wedding Photography Workshop - The Flow of the Day

We started bright and early, with photographers arriving at 9:00 a.m., eager to get their cameras clicking. After a quick introduction and overview of the wedding photography workshop, it was time to dive in.


By 9:15 a.m., the desert scene came to life with a flurry of creativity, as models posed in the open expanse, allowing photographers to experiment with light, motion, and composition. The stunning venue and the talent of our models turned every click of the shutter into something extraordinary.


As the day progressed, photographers took advantage of multiple looks from the models, shooting through the golden light of the morning and capturing everything from soft, romantic portraits to bold, dramatic shots against the desert sky.


The shoot wrapped up at 12:00pm, everyone gathered for a group photo and some final words from our sponsors. It was a fulfilling day of collaboration, creativity, and artistic exploration.



Sponsors Who Made the Magic Happen

We couldn’t have created this desert magic without the support of our fantastic sponsors:

  • Nanlite USA – Elevating every shot with exceptional lighting gear.

  • Cheetah Stand – Supplying the versatile equipment that helped us capture the motion in our portraits.

  • Baby Dream Backdrops – Providing ethereal backdrops that enhanced the desert's natural beauty.

  • Jupio – Powering the shoot with their reliable batteries in the remote location.

  • Kayla Douglas Bridal – Featuring stunning bridal gowns that flowed beautifully in the desert breeze.

  • Korrina Art Flying Dresses – Adding dramatic flair with their gorgeous flying dresses that brought a sense of motion and grace to the shots.


Bride poses in white dress against draped Baby Dream Backdrop in sunny desert setting. Soft lighting from studio light. Calm and serene mood.
Bridal model Rachel posing against a Baby Dream Backdrop and lit by Nanlite USA gear.
Model in flowing yellow dress poses confidently in desert, man holding the fabric. Bright sky and mountains in background. Energetic mood.
Model posing in a flying dress by designer Korrina

Thank You & See You at WPPI 2025

A huge thank you to everyone who participated—the photographers, models, and event team—and of course, our sponsors, for their incredible support. It was a day filled with creative exploration, and we’re beyond excited to see the stunning photos captured in the desert!


We’ll be back for WPPI 2025 with even more exciting shootouts and creative opportunities. Stay tuned for updates, and we can’t wait to create more magic together next year!


Photo Credit: Bliss by JKPeters Photography



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Jennifer Peters - Curiosity Refresh Workshop

I’m Jennifer Peters, a photographer based in Calgary, Alberta. Through JKPeters Photography and Curiosity Refresh Workshops, I offer diverse photography workshops and shootouts that help photographers grow their skills and creativity. My focus is on inspiring collaboration and artistic exploration for all levels.

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