Botallack Cornwall Landscape Photography Workshop
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Botallack Cornwall Landscape Photography Workshop
About Botallack
Located seven miles north of Land’s End, near the town of St Just. A century ago, Botallack was one of the centres of the mining industry. The iconic Crowns engine houses, perched high above the Atlantic are protected as part of the Cornwall Mining UNESCO World Heritage Site. Botallack and the cliffs between here and Levant feature in the BBC’s latest adaptation of Poldark.
This westernmost region of Cornwall is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, enjoying the same status as National Parks. Enjoy three amazing days exploring rugged towering cliffs, secluded coves and beaches with golden sand, set against spectacular turquoise oceanic waters. Escape the routine.
Connect with your passion for Photography
Open to photographers at all skill levels, with no need for sophisticated equipment.
Enjoy personalised learning, within a select group of up to four participants.
Mentoring with a uniquely constructive spirit, will advance your photography.
Each day you will able to further your practice, receive constructive feedback and answers to your questions. Your facilitator is a skilled communicator, making complex topics, accessible, relevant and fun.
Artists, Poets & Writers continue to seek inspiration along this evocative landscape. During this outdoor experience, you will be expertly guided to breathtaking locations. Excursions along the coast will reveal an unspoilt and timeless landscape.
Your facilitator, Harry Fricker, is well acquainted with the area. He champions sustainable tourism and is respectful of Nature, People & the Environment.
Botallack Cornwall Landscape Photography Workshop
Thanks to you, we support good causes
Diorama Days is delighted to pledge to donate 10% of the profits from this Workshop to The Cornwall AONB Trust.
❖ About
- Photography Workshops, are non-residential and operate year-round
- You can book multiple days & locations
- Also available as Gift Vouchers!
❖ Locations – may include
- Botallack Mine
- Wheal Owles
- Levant Mine
- Cape Cornwall
- Map View
Botallack Cornwall Landscape Photography Workshop
❖ Bespoke Tuition includes
- Hands-On Learning
- Mentoring
- One-To-One
- Ongoing Photography Review
❖ Topics, adjusted to individual requirements, may include;
- Camera settings – Shutter Speeds, Apertures & ISO
- Focusing methods
- Filters
- Visualisation & Planning
- Photographing the Golden Hours
- Astro photography & Painting with light
- Post-processing – Photoshop, Lightroom & Luminar
- Building a Portfolio
❖ Tangible Results
- As the workshop draws to a close, you will notice a marked improvement to your photography
- The takeaway for participants is understanding how to develop their own photographic style
Investment The Landscape Photography Workshops are an investment in your creative capital and wellbeing; which I gladly help you to achieve through my knowledge, skills and energy whilst working with you.
Group tuition*
1 day £150 | 2 days £260 | 3 days £360
* per person, per day, for 2 to 4 participants
One to one tuition
1 day £245 | 2 days £375 | 3 days £475
Most popular options are 2 & 3 day workshops, as they offer continuity learning at preferential rates.
Workshops take place on consecutive days.
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Includes
- Pre-workshop learning resources
- Photography tuition 8 hrs. per day
- Location guidance
- Light refreshments
- One month online support – post-workshop
- Complimentary transport in a Vintage Land Rover Defender
- Collection from your accommodation / hotel
Botallack Cornwall Landscape Photography Workshop
❖ Facilitator
- Harry Fricker MA (Image & Communication Goldsmiths)
❖ Recommended Equipment
Camera, Lens, Tripod , Laptop & Accessories
❖ Equipment Rental
Available from Diorama Days
Camera / Lenses
- Canon 6D full frame DSLR body – £50/day – £300 deposit
- Canon EF 24mm f/1.4 L USM, ø 77mm Prime Lens – £30/day – £300 deposit
- Zeiss 35mm f/1.4 Distagon, ø 72mm, EF Prime – £30/day – £300 deposit
- Zeiss 85mm f/1.4 Planar, ø 72mm, EF Prime – £30/day – £300 deposit
- Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, ø 72mm, Zoom – £20/day – £100 deposit
Accessories
- Manfrotto tripod 055XDB PRO Black – £15/day – £50 deposit
- Manfrotto tripod 190X PRO Black – £15/day – £50 deposit
- Manfrotto monopod 681B Black – £10/day – £50 deposit
- Weston Master IV light meter – £15/day – £100 deposit
- Billingham Hadley small camera bag black – £10/day – £50 deposit
- Fogg Medium camera bag black – £10/day – £50 deposit
- Hoya Circular PL Polarising Filter 72mm & 77mm – £15/day – £30 deposit
- GOBE ND1000 Filter 77mm – £15/day – £30 deposit
- Polaroid intervalometer PLRTC18 3 pin connector Canon – £10/day – £10 deposit
- Wacom Intuos graphics tablet small + stylus/USB cable – £10 /day – £20 deposit
Call for availability
❖ Clothing
- We advise to dress for the weather
- Layered clothing and a waterproof jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes / boots are essential
❖ Fitness Level
Some light to moderate walking on designated pathways and open moorland, nothing strenuous
❖ Not included in the Fee
- Travel to / from the accommodation (except for transport during the workshop)
- Insurance – Participants are advised to arrange suitable cover
- Personal Expenses; Mini Bar, Room Service, Laundry, Gratuities, etc
- Meals & Beverages (apart from those indicated)
❖ COVID-19 update
We ensure a COVID safe experience with measures in place to reduce viral transmission. By adhering to Health & Safety policies we ensure the health and wellbeing of all customers, staff and third parties at all times. Our Photography Workshops, Holidays & Residencies are largely conducted outdoors. The risk of the coronavirus being passed on to others outdoors is considered to be low. We carry out activities consistent with the government guidance. After conducting a comprehensive risk assessment, we proactively implement the following measures:
A. Up to a maximum of 5 people per group; 4 participants : 1 facilitator. B. Adhere to social distancing guidelines. C. Wear a face covering where appropriate. D. Maintain cleanliness & sanitise surfaces. E. Participants are welcome to self-drive, instead of carpooling. F. All attendees are encouraged to take a rapid lateral flow test, before the event, regardless of vaccination status. If in doubt please contact us 07412 848 348
ⓒ Harry Fricker / Diorama Days Limited / dioramadays.uk
ⓒ Harry Fricker / Diorama Days Limited / dioramadays.uk