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In a sea of golf events, golf tournaments, and golf parties, it is difficult to create something that truly stands out as unique. Having seen just about every type of event that golf can imagine, I have the fortunate perspective to justify when something is truly special in the game of golf. The Golfography is that type of experience.
The uniqueness of The Golfography became apparent to us after the initial experience at Ram’s Hill. With every participant involved in the event raving about the event, word spread quickly across the inter-webs and we knew that we had to recreate the magic and bring it to golf courses across the country.
Next up on the docket to receive the Golfography treatment is the critically acclaimed Indian Wells Golf Resort in Palm Springs California. On March 28th and 29th, Indian Wells will open its doors and a team of eager golfers and photographers will descend onto this world class golf canvas. The date for the experience is perfectly situated right between Coachella and the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament. Palm Springs is in full swing and 36 holes of outstanding golf over 2 days await those that join The Golfography crew.
You don’t have to be any sort of official photographer to join The Golfography. The only real requirement is a passion for golf and the desire to enjoy a good time. If you like to golf party, consider this your official invitation.
The Indian Wells Golfography Experience
36 holes of golf at 2 courses ranked in the Top 25 "Best Municipal Courses in the United States" by Golfweek Magazine.
Complimentary breakfast, lunch and dinner in at the award winning Vue Restaurant
Landscape / Sunset / Sunrise Photography Instruction
Training on Optimal Camera settings and Setup, including lens selection
Swag from today’s hottest golf and photography brands
A wicked awesome good time
A close golf experience with some of golf’s best people.
Even though it’s safe to say that you are going to make your admission fee back in swag alone, we decided to sweeten the pot with a special guest appearance. The Golfography has one of golf’s finest photographers joining us in Ollie Neglerio. Ollie is the lead content creator at Taylor Made Golf and perhaps the most knowledgable guy that I know when it comes to photography equipment. He also photographs Rors and Tiger on the reg.
UPDATE: New special guest appearance from Instagram superstar Katie Kearney. Not only is Katie one of golf’s greatest beauties, but she has also been appointed the position of Chief Fun Officer. If at any point, you aren’t having the time of your life, just consult with Katie and she will sort things out.
Between Katie, Ollie, Channing, myself, and the Indian Wells Golf Resort, we have you covered with customized photography instruction, top notch golf, and good times. If you don’t leave this event as a better photographer with a fantastic experience, The Golfography will gladly refund your investment.
Check in is at 6:30am on Saturday the 28th. Just click the link to register and we will see you there. This event is going to be one to remember.
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The Golfography Experience
When Channing Benjamin called me and told me that he had an idea, I was all ears. Pro tip: When Channing has an idea, it’s usually a good idea and you should listen. This idea was particularly grand. I eagerly ate up Channing’s words as he laid out his plans for the Inaugural Channing Benjamin Golfography Experience.
The Golfography Experience was Channing’s mission to share his passion for photography and golf with the world in a meaningful way. While sharing photography on social media has a part in growing the game of golf, Channing was looking to share his photography secrets and actually teach others how to create world class images. He wasn’t just planning a photography workshop, but a golf photography experience with brands, collaborators, and like minded individuals.
Channing invited both myself and Matt Cardis of Golf In Your State to join the party and do what we could to enhance the experience. We were Gung-Ho on the idea. We made a poster, gathered up some of our favorite golf brands, and booked some tee times at Ram’s Hill Golf Club. The Golfography was born.
Even though I have boiled this experience down to the 4 bullet points below, I could write 25 bullets on what the experience actually entailed.
18 holes of golf at Ram’s Hill Golf Club in Borregos Springs, CA
A complimentary lite breakfast and lunch
Landscape / Sunset / Sunrise Photography Instruction
Training on Optimal Camera settings and Setup, including lens selection
From the moment that the participants started to arrive, I knew that this experience was going to be special. A camaraderie immediately emerged amongst everyone. Our common bond of golf photography had united us all and the passion flowed freely. Since our group wasn’t large, we got to spend time with each other and learn about everyone’s journey through the world of golf photography.
Ram’s Hill turned out to be the perfect venue for a photography event. With stunning mountains in the backdrop and no homes to spoil the view, Ram’s Hill shines even on an overcast day. Our crew took advantage and got creative from behind the lens.
Matt Cardis spouts some photography wisdom during the lunch session
Channing kicks off the event with a rousing and inspirational speech
The brands that joined in on the Inaugural experience played a huge part in making the event successful. With a powerful lineup of event hosts, all of the participants left with their hands full of some of the coolest golf gear in the game.
Medterra Golf - The #1 CBD brand in golf
Malbon Golf - A lifestyle brand inspired by the game of golf. It’s golf stuff for extremely cool people.
Taylor Made Golf - One of the biggest names in golf
Foredagolf - Golf video and photography experts
Garrett Leight - All things California, Classic, and Vision
Lie and Loft - Golf is home… the art of connecting golf and home.
Links & Kings - A golf and lifestyle brand. Headcovers fit for a king.
Worldwide Golf Shops - The hottest retail goods in golf.
“That’s the shot. I am not perfect and neither is my golf swing.” - Response from Channing Benjamin upon seeing this photo
Rather than a monologue on the event, I felt it was appropriate to put the event into the words of the people that were there.
“This will be a day I won't soon forget.” - Epic Golf Shot
“Even with light-challenged skies, everyone had a great time with clubs, cameras and drones (so many drones)” - Golf Getaways
“One of the best times we’ve had in golf!” - Foredagolf
“We’re all in this together trying to make golf stronger and excite golfers about the places the game is capable of taking us. - Darin Brunch
“This was my first time playing golf outside of the midwest. It was an incredible weekend that ended way too soon.” - Parker Golf Photography
“An experience that I can pour my heart into. It’s not just photography. It’s life lessons. It’s comradery. It’s respect. It’s fun.” - Golf in Your State
“I am just here for the pizza.” - Patrick Koenig
“It was so much fun hosting a bunch of golf nuts who just happen to love photography.” - Channing Benjamin
After our lunch break we headed back out on the course to play some more golf. However, this time we took on Ram’s Hill Golf Club with a twist. We played that back nine as a 10some. Yes that is right, there were 10 of us golfing our balls and a dozen or so of us taking pictures. It was mad wild golf fun.
The shear amount of imagery that we compiled at this event was significant and it took quite some time to go through all of the images but the image below on the right resonates with me the strongest. The reason for the resonation doesn’t lie solely with the image or the rainbow, but it lies with the people and the story told in the caption. The video from Foredagolf on the left, captures the mood perfectly.
With the exposure and success of the first event, the second event is already in the planning stages. Send me a message on the contact tab below if you are interested in being a part of the upcoming “Golfography” Experiences.