Mycena's Mushroom Photography Course starts tomorrow!
If you’ve always wanted to become a mushroom photographer, or simply just sharpen your existing skills, then we created this brand new course for you. And it starts TOMORROW evening, Wednesday June 4th at 5pm PST / 8pm EST!!
Capture the Magic of Mushrooms—Master Fungal Photography with Mycena!
Are you fascinated by the hidden beauty of mushrooms and eager to capture them in stunning detail? Whether you’re a nature lover, science enthusiast, or aspiring artist, the Mycena Mushroom Photography Course is your gateway to photographing fungi like a pro—no matter your skill level or camera gear!
What Makes This Course Unique?
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Live, Interactive Sessions: Join us every Wednesday in June (and July 2nd!) for hands-on, live instruction—or watch the replays anytime!
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All Skill Levels Welcome: Perfect for beginners and experienced photographers alike. Whether you’re using a smartphone, DSLR, mirrorless camera, or even a microscope, we’ll help you get the most out of your equipment.
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Comprehensive Curriculum: From gear essentials and cell phone tips to advanced lighting, composition, focus stacking, and post-processing, you’ll learn every step needed to create breathtaking, scientifically valuable mushroom photos.
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Personalized Feedback: Get 1:1 support and photo critiques from expert mycologists Alan Rockefeller and Mandie Quark, ensuring you grow with every shot.
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Private Community: Connect with fellow fungi photographers, share your work, and get inspired in our exclusive online community.
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Lifetime Access: Revisit lessons and stay up-to-date with new techniques—your enrollment never expires!
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Why Learn Mushroom Photography?
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Document Rare Species: Create a professional photo library that impresses both scientists and art lovers.
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Capture Intricate Details: Learn to photograph even the tiniest fungi with clarity and precision.
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Share Your Passion: Showcase your images on social media, iNaturalist, or in print—and contribute to the global understanding of fungal diversity.
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Have Fun with us Online: The content of this class is our favorite - and we are super excited to meet with you every week and help elevate your photos.
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Costa Rica Cloud Forest Foray in Monteverde CR - Join us July 20-26th
We’re thrilled (and grateful!) to announce that our first Costa Rica foray sold out in record time! If you missed your chance, we have exciting news: we’ve just opened a brand new event in the heart of Monteverde’s legendary cloud forest—this July 20–26!
Why Monteverde?
Monteverde is a world-renowned biodiversity hotspot, home to rare and endemic species, lush highland rainforests, and a staggering array of fungi. This is your invitation to join Alan Rockefeller, Mandie Quark, and a team of expert naturalists for an immersive week of adventure, discovery, and community.
What’s Included?
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Day & Night Guided Hikes: Explore misty trails and vibrant ecosystems, searching for rare fungi, birds, and mammals
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Expert-Led Workshops: Learn from mycologists and local guides
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All-Inclusive Stay: Enjoy authentic Costa Rican meals and comfortable accommodations at the EstaciĂłn BiolĂłgica Monteverde, a working research station surrounded by breathtaking mountain views
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Unique Activities: Experience birdwatching tours, zip-lining through the rainforest canopy, and hands-on biodiversity research
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Community Connection: Meet fellow nature lovers and build lasting friendships in a supportive, fun atmosphere
Why July?
It’s the rainy season—when Monteverde is at its most lush and alive! Expect vibrant fungi, crystal-clear streams, and a symphony of wild sounds.
Ready to join us?
Spots are limited and our last event sold out fast!
Get all the details & reserve your place now:
Mycena's Upcoming Tour Schedule
July 3-26th: Costa Rica, join us!
July 31st- August 2nd: New Mexico Club Event
August 3rd: Southwest Funga Fest in Arizona
August 8-9th: Colorado Springs forays and talks for Pikes Peak Mycological Society
August 10-17th: Telluride Mushroom Festival - join our Wednesday workshop!! https://tellurideinstitute.org/passes-telluride-mushroom-festival
August 18th: Alan speaks in Denver for PPMS
August 20th: Foray with Wild Fungal Trust in Denver
August 21st: Donor Dinner with Wild Fungal Trust in Denver
August 23-24th: Classes with Lucky Ranch in Longmont, CO
September 4-7th: Ohio Mushroom Festival
September 11-14th: NAMA Foray in Vermont
We hope to see you this year on our Summer Tour! We will have UV lights with us and few copies of Paul Stamet’s new book featuring Alan’s photography (see below)
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