Iceland Puffin
Iceland Puffin
AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS PHOTO ADVENTURE
Iceland is a bird photographer’s paradise. Although there are only about 75 bird species that breed in the country many of them breed in extraordinary numbers or are species that are difficult to photograph in other places of the world.
This is a unique opportunity to travel and photograph with one of Iceland's most experienced bird photographers in a country that borders the Arctic Circle and receives about 22 hours of daylight at this time of the year. Photography in Iceland during the summer can be hard work and challenging, but great fun and very rewarding. It is an adventure unlike any other!
On this workshop we will be based at Lake Myvatn in the northeast, then on the South coast, the Snaefellsnes Peninsula and finally at Latrabjarg in the West Fjords. This workshop will be about photography and lots of it. Participants and the group leaders will work side by side, sharing their knowledge, vision, philosophy and experience. A small group of participants (max. 8) guarantees a more personal and intimate experience than bigger tours can provide.
PHOTO ITINERARY
On this photo adventure we will focus on the following opportunities:
Waterfowl: Iceland is a spectacular destination for photographing waterfowl. During our first four days at Lake Myvatn we will photograph at least a dozen different species including Barrow's Goldeneye, Long-tailed Duck, Scaup, Tufted Duck, Wigeon, Red-necked Phalarope and Horned Grebe. Also close by the hotel there is a pair of breeding Common Loon (Great Northern Diver) and on Rive Laxa we'll be photographing Harlequin Ducks.
Shorebirds:  The Southern coast of Iceland near Reykjavik is a superb place to see and shoot shorebirds. The species we will likely encounter and shoot at this time of year  include Black- Tailed Godwits, Whimbrels, Golden Plovers and Dunlins.
Snaefellsnes Penninsula:   The Snaefellsnes Peninsula on the Western coast will find us shooting more waterfowl and shorebirds and after a day spent there we'll take a ferry over to the West Fjords and stay for two nights at Latrabjarg, Europe's biggest seabird cliff. Nowhere else in Iceland are Puffins as tame as at Latrabjarg and other seabirds nesting on the cliff include Razorbill, Common Murre (Guillemot), Thick-billed Murre (Brünnich Guillemot), Kittiwake and Fulmar. Other birds we can expect to photograph are Arctic Tern, Black Guillemot, Eider Duck, Whooper Swan, Parasitic Jaeger (Arctic Skua) and many, many more.
Digital Workshops:  During the evenings for those who wish to participate, we will have image review sessions and talk about techniques and what we can expect to see the next day.  In these post processing workshops participants will have ample opportunities to improve skills in Adobe Photoshop.  Guided by David and Glenn, participants can learn how to take their images from straight out-of-the-camera RAW images to stunning final works of art (ready for printing or websites).
On the last evening, we will give out prizes for the top 3 images of the workshop!
KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
On this photo adventure participants will focus on the following learning objectives:
  • Proper exposure settings for all lighting conditions
  • Proper use of flash as fill or ambient lighting
  • How to anticipate and capture action images action images
  • Image workflow and digital processing
  • How to place your subject in the frame and get beautiful backgrounds
 
WHY TRAVEL WITH NATURES PHOTO ADVENTURES?
  • We have 2 professional photographer workshop leaders for more personalized attention – groups can be split into two separate destinations within a workshop and have personalized instruction and guidance.
  • David and Glenn are 2 of the world’s top photographers in bird portrait and flight photography.
  • Our workshops are suited to photographers of ALL levels.  We do everything we can to make sure that each participant gets the absolute most out of the nature photography workshop.
  • We utilize local guides with years of experience in their home areas.
  • We have more experience.  We have been to the places we will take you – not for a week or two – but for months!!  We know where to get the best possible images and can show you how to achieve them. 
  • We are environmentally and socially aware.  When we visit communities around the world we give something back to these places and the people who live there.  We also offer guests the opportunity to offset their carbon footprint made during the trip.
  • At the end of each of our workshops we hold a final nights “banquet” where we share images, stories and give away prizes for best images, most improved, and other categories.
LOGISTICS
This workshop/tour is limited to 8 participants to ensure the best photographic opportunities and instruction possible.
Price:
  • The cost of this photo workshop is U.S. $6,499.00 / person
  • Payment can be made through paypal below or by check or money order.
  • Accommodations are designed to be two persons per room. If you will be traveling alone and would like a private room there will be an additional charge of $1,000.00.
  • We offer a non-photographer discount for nature lovers, spouses or guests: 10%
Prices include:
  • All expert photo instruction
  •  Local guides and drivers.
  • All entrance fees to natural areas visited
  • All accommodations, based on double occupancy
  • All meals inclusive of restaurant staff tips from after breakfast on day 1 to departure day
  • Land transportation during workshop
  • Airport transfers to and from hotels
  • Bottled water for the duration of the workshop
 
Price does not include:
  • International airfare to place of tour origin
  • Any additional nights accommodation outside of the tour dates
  • Additional tips for staff such as guides and camp staff
  • Fees for passport, visas, immunizations and insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Laundry, phone and other items of a personal nature
  • Cost of hospitalization and evacuation if necessary
Suggested Equipment:
It is recommended that each participant bring the following equipment:
  • A digital SLR and a lens of 300mm or greater.
  • A tripod is recommended
  • A wide angle lens
  • A flash
Payment Terms:
A 1,500.00 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space on this tour.  The balance of the payment is due before March 1st, 2010
HOW TO JOIN THIS PHOTO ADVENTURE? WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?

We like to keep our workshops small, so space is extremely limited. Once the workshop seats are full – that’s it…  If this exciting photo adventure sounds like fun to you, then now is the time to register.

Please read our booking policies page


Click on the paypal link to reserve your place or send us an email to register by mail (via check or money order).
If you have any questions before registering, send us an e-mail with any inquiries to:
 
Once you have signed up we will send you specific details re. What to bring and help you arrange any travel details that you need assistance with (e.g. flights, visas). As well we will send our booking and refund policies as well as our standard waiver form.
Please note:
  • Natures Photo Adventures strongly recommends that you purchase travel insurance
  • All funds are quoted in US dollars and subject to exchange rate fluctuation and gas surcharge if we are billed additionally.
  • We will attempt to stay true to this itinerary. However, certain unforeseeable conditions (political, climatic, environmental, cultural, or wildlife migrations) may require changes to the itinerary. We reserve the right to alter any itinerary at any time, if necessary. We will do our absolute best to notify participants of changes as far in advance as possible.
 HOW TO JOIN THIS PHOTO ADVENTURE? WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?
We like to keep our workshops small, so space is extremely limited. Once the workshop seats are full – that’s it…  If this exciting photo adventure sounds like fun to you, then now is the time to register.

Please read our Booking Policies page

Click on the paypal link to reserve your place or send us an email to register by mail (via check or money order). Emails can be sent to: info@naturesphotoadventures.com
 
If you have any questions before registering, send us an e-mail with any inquiries to:
Once you have signed up we will send you specific details re. What to bring and help you arrange any travel details that you need assistance with (e.g. flights, visas). As well we will send our booking and refund policies as well as our standard waiver form.
Please note:
  • Natures Photo Adventures strongly recommends that you purchase travel insurance.
  • We will attempt to stay true to this itinerary. However, certain unforeseeable conditions (political, climatic, environmental, cultural, or wildlife migrations) may require changes to the itinerary. We reserve the right to alter any itinerary at any time, if necessary. We will do our absolute best to notify participants of changes as far in advance as possible.