Photography Archaeology Workshop BODMIN MOOR
Saturday 14 May 2022
Photography Archaeology Workshop BODMIN MOOR
This Photography & Archaeology two day workshop on Bodmin Moor, will explore one of Britain’s most complete and best preserved upland prehistoric landscapes.
We will explore monumental stone structures dating from around 4000 BC, built by Neolithic farming communities on Bodmin Moor, and will be considering their significance to the surrounding landscape and the night sky.
The workshop will look the Hurlers triple stone circle and the area around Roughtor, locations that are believed to be built as Sacred & Ceremonial Landscapes and used over millennia.
This day workshop is for up to 12 participants, and requires a minimum of 5 participants in order to be run.
Dates can be arrange upon request for a group of 5 people or more.
All enquiries welcome – call 07412 848 348
Two high calibre professionals will be leading the workshops.
Carolyn Kennett FRAS, historian of astronomy and archaeoastronomer. Her research into prehistoric connections with the night sky has led her to study ancient cultures mostly in the far southwest of the UK in Cornwall. She has written a number of books and articles on the subject including national publications. You will often find her wandering the moors, leading walking groups while talking about ancient connections to the skies above. She is a Dark Sky advocate and a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society.
Harry Fricker MA will lead the Photography on the workshop. An accomplished photography lecturer and a freelance photographer with a passion for the environment.
Open to photographers at all levels, with no need for sophisticated equipment.
Photography Archaeology Workshop BODMIN MOOR
Additional dates
Itinerary
We set out to explore the surrounding landscape to pre-selected locations with outstanding photographic potential, including; Stowe’s Hill, the Cheesewring, the Hurlers and Roughtor amongst others.
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 in this unspoilt landscape.
Date
Saturday, May 14, 2022 9:00 am to 5:00 pm*
*Provisional times
Bespoke Tuition
- Hands-On Learning
- Mentoring
Topics, adjusted to individual requirements, may include;*
- Camera settings – Shutter Speeds, Apertures & ISO
- Focusing methods
- Filters
- Visualisation & Planning
- Photographing the Golden Hours
- Pre-Workshop Learning Resources
- Photography & Archaeology Tuition 8 hrs./day minimum
- Location Guidance
Participants will require to provide their own transport
We encourage carpooling on the day
Please bring a packed lunch and refreshments
Price
📷 1 Participant £100
📌 Secure your place with a 40% deposit. The remainder to be paid in full by May 10 2022
Fully refundable if cancelled due to COVID19 / Pandemic Travel Restrictions. Alternatively you may re-book or receive a voucher for a future date. We honour all our agreements. Terms & Conditions apply.
Photography Archaeology Workshop BODMIN MOOR
Why choose us?
- We have a professional and friendly rapport
- Tap into decades of photography experience, practice and theory, to build your own individual style
- Acquire hands on skills from a professional photographer
- Creative energy, we share our passion for photography and outdoor adventure
- We have done the legwork scouting locations, viewpoints and lighting conditions, for you to relax, enjoy and make your best photographs
- Leave the driving to us, we are your local guide, helping you to explore the landscape
Pre-workshop learning
Your leaning journey starts about ten days before event.
We will meet online, so that I may start tailoring your learning experience.
You can tell me where you are at with your photography, and what you would like to take away from the holiday workshop. It also is a time to ask me any questions.
After the meeting I will provide you with some learning materials in preparation. Not homework, but materials to focus your mind, so that we hit the ground running.
After the photography holiday, enjoy one month free online support. Providing you with excellent opportunity to improve your skills. The pre-workshop learning and the online support are included in the fee, at no additional cost.
We value your investment in learning photography, and are here to help your goals.
Connecting People With Their Passion For Photography
Fitness level
- Some light to moderate walking on open moorland, nothing strenuous
- If in doubt or if you have particular requirements please call us
Clothing
- We advise to dress for the weather
- Use layered clothing
- Bring a waterproof jacket
- Wear comfortable walking shoes or boots
Recommended equipment
- Bring you camera, lens, tripod, laptop & accessories
- Cameras with adjustable 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
- Travel to / from the accommodation venue
- Insurance – participants are advised to arrange suitable cover
- Personal expenses; mini bar, room service, laundry, gratuities, etc
- Meals & Beverages (apart from those indicated)
COVID19 update
- Health & Well Being of participants & staff, are central to our business at all times
- Our Photography experiences are largely conducted outdoors, where viral transmission risk is considered to be low
- We adhere to government regulations and update accordingly
Following a risk assessment, we implement safeguards indicated below
- Up to 5 people per group, 4 Participants : 1 Facilitator
- Adhere to social distancing
- Wear a face covering
- Maintain cleanliness & sanitise surfaces
Participants are welcome to self-drive
Please provide your own face covering, surgical gloves & hand sanitiser
Please contact us if you have any questions 07412 848348
