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Instructor: Matt Shannon
Owner of Trek West Adventure Photography 
Instructor: Dave Hutchison
2020 PPOC Best in Class Fine Art Winner |
Where: Mary Vine Falls, Sooke, BC (& Sandcut Falls, Shirley, BC)
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Workshop Details
Event is rain or shine.
Welcome to our Half-day "The Secrets to Waterfall Photography" workshop, "The Art of Seeing what you Can't See" at Mary Vine Falls and Sandcut Beach / Falls (both near Sooke, BC).
Our goal with this workshop is to open your creative spirit to create amazing waterfall images right here at home on the Island and at an affordable price. We will also guide you through the technical workflow on how to create those beautiful images you want to create.
Welcome to our Half-day "The Secrets to Waterfall Photography" workshop, "The Art of Seeing what you Can't See" at Mary Vine Falls and Sandcut Beach / Falls (both near Sooke, BC).
Our goal with this workshop is to open your creative spirit to create amazing waterfall images right here at home on the Island and at an affordable price. We will also guide you through the technical workflow on how to create those beautiful images you want to create.
Topics Covered- learn the "Art of Seeing what you Can't See"
- technical workflow to create captivating waterfall imagery - how to compose waterfall shots based on water movement / direction, speed, debris in water, etc. - how to properly use filters to slow the shutter speed to create just the "right" effect - how and when to create composite images (exposure blending) with long exposure photography |
Face Masks & Hand Cleaning Supplies IncludedFace masks and hand cleaning supplies are included with the workshop fee if you desire. Due to COVID requirements, if you have been sick in the last 14 days or have been with anyone that has been sick or in quarantine for the last 14 days, please do not attend the workshop. A credit will be issued less a $35 + GST admin fee.
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Zoom Session30-45 minute Zoom session for each individual participant for post processing techniques on 1 image you took during the workshop. This can be scheduled with Matt or Dave for an additional cost of $49 + GST.
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Hiking details:
An average physical fitness is required for walking 2 km for the afternoon to Mary Vine Falls. Sandcut Falls is literally a few hundred meters and that is the long way. If you have mobility concerns please contact myself directly for clarification. What IS included: - photography instruction - bottled water (if you forget yours) - demo Breakthrough Photography filters and step up rings What is NOT included: - transportation to and from Sooke and Shirley, BC (about a 30-45 minute drive from Victoria) - medical insurance (mandatory if you reside outside of BC, Canada) - your personal items and camera gear What to BRING: - camera body (full frame preferred but not essential) - 1 memory card - wide angle lens such as 14-30mm (or close to it) - mid range zoom such as 24-70mm or 24-105/120mm - lens filters (polarizers, and dark polarizers are my favs - bring whatever you have) - camera bag (at least water resistant) - camera rain cover - lens clothes (can be misty on the coast) - water bottle - rain pants - rain jacket - light sweater - hiking boots (waterproof if you like to stand in the ocean when photographing) - rain cap or hat that is waterproof - tripod (ESSENTIAL for waterfalls) - pen and small note pad for camera bag Payment & Cancellation Policy: - $199 + 5% GST due at time of booking - workshop is held rain or shine - liability waiver must be signed prior to workshop - no refunds, unless we decide to cancel the workshop for personal unforeseen reasons then a 100% refund is given (i.e.myself or Matt is sick or injured) - if workshop is cancelled due to weather, COVID, you can reschedule for no additional charge. If a refund is requested, a $35 + GST admin fee is applied to your refund. - payment accepted by PayPal, e-transfer (Canada only) to Matt@mattshannonphotography.com - (e transfer amount is $208.95 including GST) |
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