GROUP OF 5
4 NIGHTS
SELECTED LOCATIONS
MENTORING WORKSHOP
WORKSHOP TRANSPORTATION
ACCOMODATION INCLUDED
EDIT CLASS
INTRODUCTION
This four day trip of a lifetime offers you the chance to embed yourself into the natural heart of Abu Dhabi, the Liwa Desert in five star luxary. With the advantage of a professional photographer on hand, first, we will explore the tranquil sand dunes and singular photogenic trees that scatter the surreal desert landscape. The carefully selected hidden locations offer multiple composition opportunities in order to help diversify your portfolio. We will all stay in a glamorous 5 star desert retreat, giving us perfect access to the desert beyond!
OVERVIEW
Day 1 (25th Nov) Flight to Abu Dhabi arriving before 14.00 on the 25th November, this will then allow you the time to settle into your hotel room before we head out for the first sunset shoot. In 4x4's, we head off the beaten track to a select number of locations with small dunes.
Day 2 (26th Nov) We will rise early for the trip of a lifetime into the desert for a memorable sunrise. We'll spend three hours exploring the desert dunes and desert plains, we then head back to the hotel for a late breakfast. After breakfast, Anthony will introduce himself through a presentation about his desert work and some tips and tricks. After lunch, we head out in the late afternoon and you will have the opportunity to explore the famous fossilised dunes, we'll then head back to the hotel for an evening meal and maybe a little wine!
Day 3 (27th Nov) The big day! Heading into Liwa's heart, we will be on the road / off road most of the day, from sunrise to mid-afternoon. Breakfast and lunch will be on the go, we then head back to the hotel for a much needed rest. In the evening we will explore the desert during the full moon and capture the dunes bathed in monochrome moonlight!
Day 4 (28th Nov) The last full day will be a mix of morning photography and a edit masterclass in the afternoon where Anthony will take you through an in depth look at editing styles, processing, sharpening techniques are more. We will also have the chance to see some of the photographs you have captured during the trip and edit some of the images using some of the techniques Anthony has shared.
Departure (29th Nov) For those who we are interested, we will have the opportunity to grab one local desert sunrise prior to departure. Depart Abu Dhabi after 12.00 unless your flight is prior.
*Full itinerary, hotel / flight information and meeting point to be provided on confirmed booking.
WORKSHOP FOCUS
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Scene / surroundings selection
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Composition techniques
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Camera settings including histogram, exposure triangle etc
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Depth of field and focus
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Using filters in field
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Reading the light
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Photography presentation by Anthony Lamb
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Editing class workflow, including exposure, hue/saturation, sharpening
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Gradients in Lightroom and Camera RAW
RECOMMENDED GEAR
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Digital SLR or Mirrorless camera with manual adjustment mode (ideally 20 megapixels or more)
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Interchangeable lenses (wide angle and standard zoom)
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Replaceable batteries and memory cards
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Tripod
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Laptop with photoshop or similar
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Filters (ND and Gradient)
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Suitable shoes for treking
FEES
AED 17,600 / $4,795 USD incl. VAT
30% Deposit AED 5,280 / $1,440 USD incl. VAT
GROUP SIZE
5
GENERAL INFORMATION
Four day photo tour with professional photographer Anthony Lamb. Accommodation in a five star hotel, breakfast and transport during the tour is included. Leading photography advice from an acclaimed fine art photographer. Not included in the price are flights to Abu Dhabi, visa, insurance, getting to the meeting point and food other than the above.
Sturdy footwear and suitable clothing is required, as the desert can be quite cold in the early morning. Although the course does not include any difficult hiking routes, a prerequisite for participating in the course is a medium level of physical fitness. We assume no liability in the event of any accident. The course takes place in all weather conditions. The course provider assumes no liability for any damage to the camera or photo equipment or persons during the workshop. Nature and landscape conservation is important, so please take this into account during our excursions.
Includes:
4 day photography workshop, 4 nights in a five star hotel, breakfast and transport during tour hours.
Excludes:
Transport to and from meeting point, other meals not mentioned above, airfare to and from Abu Dhabi, visa, insurance and photography gear.
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PAYMENT & TERMS
Payment Terms:
An initial Deposit of 30% is required to secure your booking.
Final Balance:
Final balance will be requested 3 months prior to the start date. Full payment will be requested, if booking is made within 3 months of workshop / tour start date. We reserve the right to cancel your space if we cannot get in touch with you or your final payment is past the due date.
Cancellation Policy:
As we have to pay for deposits upfront to our third parties (hotels, guides, tutors, classroom spaces etc.) the deposits should be regarded as non-refundable. However, In the event of a cancellation from your side, we will do all we can to provide a refund to you based on any refundable costs and backfills of the space. Please note, all cancellations will incur a AED 1,000 ($275) administrative fee (deducted from any refund) for covering the resources involved in the back-filling process.
Terms & conditions:
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