Get the family together and grab your camera! Join photographers all across the world on Oct. 7 for a free event—the annual Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk. We will be photographing and exploring Fort Wilkins in Copper Harbor. Following the 2-hour photo walk, participants are welcome to gather at a local restaurant (still TBD) to discuss the day, share pictures and stories, and to network/socialize with other photographers.
Participants should register in advance at https://worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/copper-harbor-and-fort-wilkins-historic-state-park/. All photography skill levels and camera types are welcome.
The Copper Harbor and Fort Wilkins State Historic Park Photo Walk will be led by local outdoor photographer, Tom Oliver. Information about Tom and his photography can be found at teoliver.com and on Instagram: @theupwell.
SCOTT KELBY’S WORLDWIDE PHOTO WALK—2023!
Scott Kelby announces the official date of his Annual Worldwide Photo Walk, the world’s largest Photo Walk. The event is happening Oct. 7 in thousands of cities all over the world. The Scott Kelby Worldwide Photo Walk, dubbed the world’s largest global and social photography event, has grown immensely in size and popularity since the inaugural walk in 2007.
The concept of a Photo Walk is simple. Photo Walks are created by Walk Leaders in cities all over the world. Walkers meet up at a pre-designated location to spend a few hours socializing, capturing images, and sharing with like-minded people. At the end of the Photo Walk, most groups convene at local restaurants or taverns to share their images and experiences over food.
In addition to the event, photo walkers will be able to upload their favorite picture to our popular Photo Walk contest for a chance to win prizes from industry related sponsors. We will have 1 walker grand prize winner, 1 leader grand prize winner, and 10 finalists to be selected by Scott Kelby himself. Prizes have not been officially announced yet but could contain a camera, software licenses and membership, up to $750 worth of industry gift cards, camera bags & more!
This isn’t just a walk—this is a walk with a cause. While the event is completely free and you are under absolutely no obligation to donate, the event does support The Springs of Hope Kenya Orphanage, an organization that feeds, houses, educates, and empowers young orphans so that they can grow up to not just survive, but succeed. Scott is asking that each person who participates donates to help make a difference in theses children’s lives. Every dollar counts.
You can donate here: https://worldwidephotowalk.com/donate/
Regardless of whether you donate or not pre-registration is required, and will allow you to enter the contest after the event. Head on over to worldwidephotowalk.com, find a city near you, and complete the free sign up form! Additionally, participants can connect socially before, during, and after the event using the hashtag #WWPW2023 on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
ABOUT SCOTT KELBY & KELBYONE
Scott Kelby is a photographer, educator, and the Owner & CEO of Kelbyone. Formerly The National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) and KelbyTraining.com, KelbyOne is now the leading resource for online creative & photography education worldwide.
ABOUT THE COPPER HARBOR AND FORT WILKINS STATE HISTORIC PARK PHOTOWALK
Join us for a picturesque adventure, photographing and exploring Fort Wilkins, a restored 1844 army military outpost, which includes a quarter-mile of rocky Lake Superior shoreline with views of the Copper Harbor lighthouse, hiking trails along Lake Fanny Hooe, and a quarter-mile of sandy beach on Lake Manganese. This location offers many photo opportunities including historic buildings, autumn northwoods and Lake Superior landscapes, mountain biking, natural resources, and wildlife.
Following the walk, participants are welcome to gather at a local restaurant (either Lake Effect Bar and Grill or The Mariner North - TBD) to discuss the day and to network/socialize with other photographers.
Participants should register for the Copper Harbor and Fort Wilkins State Historic Park Photowalk at https://worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/copper-harbor-and-fort-wilkins-historic-state-park/.
The Copper Harbor and Fort Wilkins State Historic Park Photowalk will be led by local outdoor photographer, Tom Oliver. Information about Tom and his photography can be found at teoliver.com and on Instagram: @theupwell.