THE
SECRET
MISSOULA, MONTANA
We’re ready for you.
We want nothing more than for you to show up as yourself in your photography and in your life. We are excited to see what YOU bring to the table, and we’re standing by, ready to help you when you show up for your dreams.
The Secret Sauce
Most photographers are taught everything except what makes an image work.
Settings. Gear. Techniques. Presets.
All of it useful. None of it complete.
Because the photographs that stop you, the ones that feel finished, the ones that stay with you, are built on something else.
A recipe.
Not written down.
Not shared openly.
But consistent.
The same underlying structure. The same decisions. The same sense of what belongs and what doesn’t.
You’ve seen it.
Images that feel inevitable.
Nothing missing. Nothing extra.
They just work.
That is not luck.
It’s not talent.
It’s knowing the secret recipe.
This is the part that rarely gets taught. The part that sits behind the work. The part people circle for years, trying to figure out why some images land and others don’t.
We’re not circling it.
We’re going straight to it.
No techniques to memorize.
No gear to rely on.
No distractions.
Just the recipe itself.
You’ll start to recognize what needs to happen inside the frame. What to include. What to remove. When it’s done.
You stop guessing.
You stop hoping.
You start building.
Missoula will be our backdrop, but the secret applies anywhere, anytime.
Any subject. Any style. Any camera.
This is how you make photographs that sing.
Not sometimes. Every time.
And once you know it, you’ll never forget it.
It’s been hiding in plain sight. Now we’re ready to let you in on it.
The Secret
Tina Sunderland
“Tony’s clear, patient, and engaging approach to teaching is a rare gift. His passion for both photography and education made each day genuinely inspiring. Under his guidance, I developed greater creative confidence.”
“Tony creates an inspiring environment to explore, experiment, and take your photography further than you thought possible.”
Carla Yetter
THE SECRET
Missoula, Montana
August 16th-21st 2026 / $3,700
You can too.
In the realm of photography, there are photographers, there are teachers, and then there is Tony—a remarkable blend of both. He intimately understands the intricacies of the craft, walking you through its highs and lows. He’s helped thousands of students discover their talents and succeed as photographers. Let Tony guide you where you need to go.
The A’s to your Q’s
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Our daily schedule is designed to maximize great light and photographic opportunities. We usually begin with a morning photo session on location, followed by a break for you to have a meal or work on your images. After that, we'll have a critique session, followed by an evening shoot. You'll have time to enjoy a leisurely dinner before getting some rest for the day ahead. Our schedule strikes a balance between keeping you busy and allowing enough downtime to rest your creative muscles.
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We want you to be able to choose the experience that resonates with you based on your preferences and budget, We will let you know where we will be staying and critiquing so you can select the same hotel or one nearby.
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Tuition covers six days of amazing hand-selected locations (for the utmost in photogenic beauty, of course) and daily critiques. It covers belly laughs, new friendships, top-notch instruction, and help one-on-one with Tony while photographing. And in Italy, one round of gelato.
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During our workshop, most of your time will be dedicated to on-location photography, critiques, and editing. There won't be much downtime for leisurely activities or relaxation with your partner as you would on a typical vacation.
If your partner is the independent and easygoing type who can entertain themselves throughout the day, purchasing an extra plane ticket for them might be a good idea. They can explore the local area or engage in their own activities while you focus on the workshop.
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So we strongly recommend getting travel insurance; it's always better to be safe than sorry. Check out our Terms of Service link below for details and recommendations.
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PB is for photographers who want to take amazing photographs, and we take this very seriously. Time spent on students' computer issues undermines the workshop experience for other participants, and we're just not cool with that. Please ensure all of your technology is up to date and in excellent working order before attending.
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A working laptop (with plenty of storage and a long-lasting battery and charger cable) with the LATEST version of Lightroom, your camera (in tip-top shape), and any lenses you love and that bring you joy, and some extra cards and batteries, and maybe some sunscreen (reef-safe of course!).