Guests and staff will gather in the Saloon for an early breakfast before our first sunrise photography session.

All 20 guests will photograph together, capturing silhouettes of the wagon and horseback riders against the rising sun. The wagon and riders will travel back and forth along the ridgeline, similar to our sunset session the previous evening.

• Clear separation between the wagon, horses, and riders is essential. When subjects overlap, their silhouettes blend into one large black shape.
• Watch the spacing from the photographers’ viewpoint and help guests capture compositions where each subject is clearly defined.
• Lisa will direct adjustments to spacing, positioning, and speed using her bullhorn or radio.
• Jesse will determine the safest riding pattern and turnaround points.
• Photo staff should spread out among guests to help with exposure, focus, camera settings, and composition.
• Announce upcoming action whenever possible so guests have time to prepare.
• Keep guests in the designated photography area and clear of the riding route.

• Lisa’s bullhorn.
• Radios for Lisa and Jesse.
• Chairs and stools for guests who need them.
• Lights to see photography area before sunrise.

Guests will photograph the wagon and horseback riders with the mountains in the background. We will begin with passes in both directions along the short section of road marked in green on the map. The riders will then move to the open area circled in purple, where Lisa will direct additional action and arrangements against the mountain backdrop.

• Staff should spread out among guests to help with camera settings, focus, exposure, and composition.
• Prepare guests for passes in both directions so they can anticipate the action.
• Lisa will coordinate with Jesse on the action, spacing, and positioning of the wagon and riders.
• When we move to the open area, help guests reposition and move chairs and stools for those who need them.
• Keep guests in the designated photography area and clear of the wagon and riding routes.
• Be ready to finish shooting at 8:15 AM.

• Lisa’s bullhorn.
• Radios for Lisa and Jesse.
• Chairs and stools for guests who need them.

Lisa will lead a presentation preparing guests for the four photography stations scheduled from 12:00–4:00 PM. She will explain the techniques and creative choices they will practice at each station.

• Tombstone Alley Walk: Photograph a cowboy walking and posing with a horse in the alley between Fly’s Photo Studio and the Sheriff’s Office. Use the historic buildings to frame classic Western portraits.
• Photography Studio Silhouette: Create strong, recognizable silhouettes of a cowboy posed in the doorway of Fly’s Photo Studio. Pay attention to exposure, pose, and the outline of the hat and clothing.
• Low Key in Bank: Use controlled lighting to create dark, moody portraits inside the Bank, illuminating selected parts of the model’s face and clothing while keeping much of the scene in shadow.
• Cowboy Portrait: Explore depth of field, subject placement, and background selection to create cinematic Western portraits.
• Photo staff should be familiar with the techniques Lisa presents so instruction remains consistent during the afternoon stations.
• Be available to help guests with questions and camera settings as needed.

• Lisa’s computer connected to the presentation display and tested before the session.
• Lisa’s presentation clicker, ready and tested.
• Seating for guests and staff.

• Help guests understand the afternoon station rotations and where their group will begin.
• Help clear tables and collect trash after lunch.
• Finish by 11:50 AM so you have time to get to your assigned station before shooting begins at noon.