Harbor History Museum to Offer Nature Photography Workshop

Information provided by the Harbor History Museum.

The will be hosting a Nature Photography Workshop, where students can learn how to capture wildlife and nature in their photographs, this Saturday, June 9. Students will spend the afternoon honing their photography skills with noted wildlife photographer Maria Barnowl.

The Harbor History Museum’s current exhibit, , showcases large-format photographs of renowned photographer Jini Dellaccio. Many of Dellaccio’s photographs depict her subjects in nature, or feature nature itself as the sole subject. Tasman Sea, Australia, 1958 is a powerful shot of an enormous wave in the middle of a sea, while Ilon Brown, Gig Harbor, 1966 depicts a woman amongst vivid green leaves in the woods.

“Maria is an incredible photographer and we are incredibly excited she will be sharing her knowledge with us. This will be a unique experience for our guests, as they get to step into Jini Dellaccio’s shoes for a day and live the world of photography, taking the exhibit to another level,” said Sue Loiland, Executive Director.

Barnowl has degrees in Psychology and Zoology, with a focus on animal behavior. Her abiding love of animals and the environment has led her to work as a wildlife rescue-and-rehabilitator, veterinary assistant, geologic surveyor, wetland steward, and photographer. Barnowl strives to share her passion for our beautiful planet through her photographs.

When: Saturday, June 9, at 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

RSVP: Reserve a spot before the 9th to the Harbor History Museum at 253-858-6722 or by stopping in.

Cost: $10 for Museum Members; $25 for non-members.

The workshop can hold only 12 participants ages 12 and up. All skill levels are welcome, just bring your own camera (preferably with a variety of lenses; tripod suggested).