LIZARD Landscape Photography Holiday Course
Tuesday June 28 2022
Thursday June 30 2022
3 days / 2 nights Bay Hotel Coverack
LIZARD
Landscape Photography Holiday Course
The Lizard Peninsula is undoubtedly one of the most dramatic coastlines in Cornwall. Stunningly beautiful in all seasons, the Lizard remains a source of inspiration for Artists, Writers & Poets. Enjoy three magical days nurturing your Passion for Photography.
Explore tiny fishing villages huddled in coves along the rugged coastline. Experience clean, sandy beaches with crystal aqua waters.
Almost entirely surrounded by Sea, the Peninsula stands apart from the rest of the county. This most Southerly area of the British Isles, remains a bastion of Cornish Life.
The Lizard is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with the same status as National Parks.
Connect With Your Passion For Photography
- Open to photographers at all skill levels
- Learn within a group of up to four participants
- Mentoring with a uniquely constructive spirit
- Complex topics are made accessible, relevant and fun
- No need for sophisticated equipment
During this outdoor experience, you will be expertly guided to breathtaking locations. Excursions along the rugged coast will reveal an unspoilt and timeless landscape.
- Ideal for the solo traveller, with no single supplement
- Great value for two sharing a double ensuite, save £220
Your facilitator, Harry Fricker, is well acquainted with the area. He champions sustainable tourism and is respectful of Nature, People & the Environment. Harry provides outdoor holiday experiences for you to advance your photography and to enjoy, whilst being safe at all times.
LIZARD PENINSULA
Landscape Photography Holiday Course Tour Workshop
Dates
Bay Hotel Lizard 3 days / 2 nights
From Tuesday June 28 2022 12 pm*
To Thursday June 30 2022 5pm*
*Provisional times
Accommodation
You will be sojourning at The Bay Hotel in Coverack, built in 1928 by the Pengelly family, and remained within the family for over 50 years. Following flash floods of 2017, a structural refurbishment and interior redesign was carried out. A fresh vision for the hotel was created, preserving an innate sense of tradition and timelessness with its unique setting and Cornish heritage. Friendly and professional service. Rated Excellent by customers 8.7/10
Coverack is an absolutgely charming fishing village.
Room
Single occupancy double ensuite, with sea view.
Spacious, clean, modern style and design, with a touch of tradition.
Breakfast
Choice of English or Continental included
Facilities
Complimentary WiFi Internet, Flat Screen TV & Car Park.
Bonus
- No single supplement
- £200 discount when two participants share a double ensuite
- Non-participating guests included for a nominal charge
Directions
- The Bay Hotel, Coverack TR12 6TF
- Off the A394 Helston
- Directions
Itinerary
From Coverack we set out to explore the surrounding landscape, making the most of the light and Golden hours. Harry will guide you pre-selected locations with outstanding photographic potential, including; Lizard Point, Kennack Sands, Cadgwith and Kynance Cove, amongst others.
We will schedule active periods, together with downtime to relax and enjoy your own time exploring. The road map below, is a guide to the locations. The itinerary, will be defined closer to the date, depending on weather and choice of optimum locations along this stretch of rugged coast.
❖ 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
*A schedule of daily Photography Workshops & Demonstrations, will take full advantage of locations and the weather.
❖ Tangible Results
- As the holiday 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
- Pre-Workshop Learning Materials
- Photography Tuition
- Location Guidance
- Light Refreshments
- Accommodation
- Breakfast
- One Month Online Support
- Transport in a Vintage Defender 110
Transport
- Participants are welcome to self-drive
- We can arrange transfers, if you use public transport
Please call to discuss your requirements.
07412 848348
LIZARD Landscape Photography Holiday Course
Fee
📷 1 Participant £775
📷 📷 2 Participants £1330*
*A saving of £220. Enter Discount Code 220 at checkout
📌 Secure your place with a 40% deposit. The remainder to be paid in full by May 25 2022
Fully refundable fee if cancelled due to COVID19 / Pandemic Travel Restrictions, before June 19 2022. Alternatively you may rebook or receive a voucher for a future date. We honour all our agreements.
LIZARD Landscape Photography Holiday Course
Pre-Workshop Learning
Your leaning journey starts about ten days before event.
We’ll arrange an online meeting that will allow me to start tailoring your learning experience.
I’d like to know where you are at with your photography, and what you would like to achieve.
After our meeting I will send you a selection of online learning materials.
Not homework, but learning resources to focus the mind.
We want to hit the ground running!
One month free online support is included after the workshop.
Feedback is key to deepen your learning and skills!
Pre-Workshop Learning Materials & Online Support are complimentary bonus items.
Bring Your Partner
You may bring your other half or friend, who will is welcome to join during meals and socialising.
Whilst you are on location, your significant other may like to experience things their own way.
There may be a spa, health & wellness facilities, as well as shopping, arts & culture.
We will gladly advise on activities, locations and itineraries.
There may be a small supplemental charge.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Fitness level
Workshops include light to moderate walking along designated paths and some open moorland.
Nothing strenuous
If you have particular requirements, we will gladly accommodate your request.
Please contact us.
Clothing
- We advise to dress for the weather
- Use layered clothing
- Bring a waterproof jacket
- Wear comfortable walking shoes or boots
Recommended equipment
Please bring your camera, lens, tripod, laptop & accessories.
Cameras with adjustable manual settings are ideal.
Equipment Rental from Diorama Days
We have a range of professional equipment available for rental during the experience.
Enquiries welcome call 07412 848348
Camera / Lenses
- Canon 6D full frame DSLR body – £40/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 50mm f/2.5 Macro ø 52mm, EF Prime £30/day – £100 deposit
- Canon EF 28-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM, ø 72mm, Zoom – £10/day – £100 deposit
Accessories
- Manfrotto tripod 055XDB PRO Black – £10/day – £50 deposit
- Manfrotto tripod 190X PRO Black – £10/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
- Hoya Circular PL Polarising Filters 52mm, 72mm & 77mm – £10/day – £30 deposit
- GOBE ND1000 Filter 77mm – £10/day – £30 deposit
- Polaroid Intervalometer PLRTC18 3 pin connector Canon – £5/day – £10 deposit
- Wacom Intuos Graphics Tablet Small + Stylus/USB cable – £5 /day – £20 deposit
Not included in the fee
Insurance. Participants are advised to arrange suitable cover.
Personal expenses; mini bar, room service, laundry, gratuities, etc.
Travel to / from the accommodation/venue (unless indicated).
Meals & Beverages (unless indicated).
COVID19 update
COVID19 Update The welfare and safety of our team, our guests and our local community remains our highest priority. We are following advice of Public Health England and the government.
