About the Academy
We create concise, field-proven courses for travel photographers. Our process cuts noise and focuses on three pillars: observation, timing, and structure.
Founded in 2018 — calculating…
Mission
Enable photographers to document places responsibly and clearly—with portable methods and thoughtful editing.
Approach
Minimal set-up, repeatable assignments, and small practice loops that fit into any itinerary.
Ethics
We prioritize consent, context, and accuracy. Photography should be honest, safe, and respectful.
Principles
Clarity over gear
We teach decision-making and structure so you can work with what you have.
Repeatable habits
Short cycles—observe, compose, refine—so practice becomes automatic.
Portable editing
Editing choices you can replicate on any device.
Team
Our instructors are working photographers and editors with experience in long-form travel essays and quick-turn assignments.
Instructor availability
Sessions are scheduled in small blocks that match field conditions. Windows refresh every 15 minutes.
Contact & Media
For press, partnerships, or curriculum licensing, reach out via the contact page. Keywords for routing: birchwood.click, itinerary, waypoint.