Port Renfrew photography
workshop
Instructor: Matt Shannon
2023 2x Best in Class and 3x Gold Winner 
Instructor: Dave Hutchison
2020 PPOC Best in Class Fine Art Winner |
Where: Port Renfrew and surrounding area
Date: October 17-20th, 2024
Who : For Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Photographers. Limited to 8 participants ONLY Cost: $1,884.75 Cdn (roughly 1,372 US) + 5% GST Based on shared accommodations. Included:
Whats Not Included:
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Testimonials about Matt ShannonMatt is an incredible photographer and a great teacher. He knows his craft and loves to share his knowledge with others. His love of the outdoors is contagious and shows in his landscape compositions. I’ve attended two workshops Matt has put on and have enjoyed both coming away with new skills and knowledge. The one on one post processing sessions with Matt were a great opportunity to talk about my compositions and learn more advance techniques in Lightroom and Photoshop. I plan to attend future workshops Matt puts on and highly recommend them to other photographers wanting to improve their knowledge and skills. I recently went on a photography workshop with Matt and found him to be very personable, patient and a great instructor. I'd recommend anyone to take a class with him. |
Workshop Details
Welcome to our 4-DAY "Wild Renfrew Workshop Weekend" located around the beautiful Port Renfrew area.
During this workshop we will explore whatever naturally comes our way in nature. That being said, we will explore areas in nature photography such as:
* MACRO
* SEASCAPES
* FORESTSCAPES
* LONG LENSES for LANDSCAPES
* INTENTIONAL CAMERA MOVEMENT (ICM's)
* STOCK and LIFESTYLE
* DRONE / AERIAL DEMONSTRATIONS
Please bring your CAMERA MANUAL if you are unsure where to change settings on your camera!
Topics Covered
Topics covered within those genres of nature photography are as follows (but not limited to):
- Exposure triangle (shutter speed, ISO, aperture)
- Aperture priority vs manual
- Customizing camera settings vs what comes out of the box
- In camera sharpening (off it goes)
- Tripod use (vibration reduction, etc.)
- Exposure delay vs timer vs mirror up
- Exposure compensation
- Exposure triangle (shutter speed, ISO, aperture)
- Aperture priority vs manual
- Customizing camera settings vs what comes out of the box
- In camera sharpening (off it goes)
- Tripod use (vibration reduction, etc.)
- Exposure delay vs timer vs mirror up
- Exposure compensation
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Hiking details:
A general physical fitness is required with light to medium amounts of walking / light hiking (no mountains to cross). Port Renfrew is full or short to medium length hikes and is well suited to this type of photography with ample subject matter to explore & create images. Our furthest stretch is roughly 4-5km hike. Lodging Details: Angler's Retreat -Please email me if you have any questions: [email protected] -Date: October 17-20th, 2024 -1:00pm (13:00 PST) Oct 17th ending @ 3:00pm (17:00 PST) Oct 20th. -Angler's Retreat in Port Renfrew Meeting location 1st day and end location Last Day: - 1:00pm (13:00 PST) Oct 17th at Shirley's Delicious (Map Link HERE) -From here we will photograph at a few locations on our way to Angler's Retreat. -End location will be at Stoked Wood Fired Pizzeria & Market (Map Link HERE) Or again at Shirley's Delicious around 1:00pm for lunch with the option to continue photographing with Dave and Matt Shannon until 3:00pm at nearby locations. What IS included: - photography instruction - instructors from two experienced photographers that specialize in nature, commercial and aerial photography - demo LEE Photography filters (and step up rings) - demo FLM Canada tripods - F-Stop Gear backpack discount code for registered participants - 4x4 shuttle to Eden Grove and Big Lonely Doug What is NOT included: - Transportation to and from Port Renfrew and while in Port Renfrew (about 1-1/2 hrs drive from Victoria). - Your personal items and camera gear - Meals. There is a local corner market and a few local restaurants. The lodge does come equipped with a full kitchen. What to BRING: - camera body (preferably a camera that is a DSLR or mirrorless where all settings can be changed manually) - memory cards (depending on the size you have) - wide angle lens such as 14-30mm (or close to it) - mid range zoom such as 24-70mm or 24-105/120mm - telephoto zoom such as a 70-200 mm, 100-400 mm, 200-500 mm, etc. (for landscapes) - 105mm macro lens if you have one - lens filters (bring what you have but DO NOT buy anything for the workshop. You will learn what to get at the workshop itself) - drone (please review Canadian drone laws with Transport Canada so you know where you can fly based on the license you have) - camera bag (at least water resistant) - camera rain cover - lens clothes - water bottle - rain pants - rain jacket - warm jacket / heavy sweater - hiking boots - rain cap or hat that is waterproof - tripod (a big bonus to get tack sharp images) - pen and small note pad for camera bag Payment & Cancellation Policy: - price $1,995 Cdn (1495 US) + 5% GST - workshop is held rain or shine - no refunds for inclement weather - liability waiver must be signed prior to workshop - no refunds for the workshop unless we are able to fill your spot, then a refund is given less a $150 + GST admin fee. There are no refunds given for any other reason. Trip cancellation insurance is recommended for your workshop fee. Please call our insurance representative if you wish to insure you workshop fee.
- full refund given if both Dave & I are not able to provide the workshop (i.e. we are sick or injured) |
