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Bicycle Gourmet’s 2014 French Photo Course Workshop
Bicycle Gourmet’s 2014 French Photo Course Workshop – Too late to sign up? Well, that depends on what you want to sign up for – dunnit? The good news is that there are still a few spots available. The bad news is just what you’d expect – they’re filling up faster than a politican can kiss a baby.
But there remains a ray of hope if one (or more) of DA BG’s workshops you lusted after is complete. That ray being: cancellations. They can and do happen. For a variety of reasons: Vacation schedule changes. Unexpected deadline at work. Illness. You win the lottery and decide to go a’ snappin’ in Africa with Trey Ratcliffe.($20,000 @person)
And voila! – a spot (or two) opens up. So don’t be depressed,discouraged, dejected or, heaven forbid, downtrodden if your dream French Photo BG Workshop is locked down. Get on the “notify me if someone cancels list.”
This is the best plan o’ action seein’ that availabilities, like the weather be constantly changin.’ For that reason best just to review the whole nine yards of 2014 Photography Workshops in France with the Bicycle Gourmet and put your “John Henry”(or Henrietta) on da dotted line. Then you’ll have the best possible chance of being a happy French Photo Workshop camper.
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Why Take A French Photo Workshop Course in 2014?
Why Take A French Photo Workshop Course in 2014? Well..first of all it can’t help but be a lotta fun right? (and isn’t that one of the best reasons for doing anything?) But beyond that, the other obvious dividend is that you will retrun home with incredible images you would otherwise not have snagged. And , by doing so, you would surely have improved your photography. n’est ce pas?
But another, less obvious benefit of a making 2014 your French Photo Workshop Year, is a Cultural one. To take a great picture, you first have to have great knowledge of the subject.
What profession were most top Wildlife Photographers in before they became top Wildlife photographers? That’s right – Biology. And those that weren’t “bio-savvy” had to get that way. Otherwise they wouldn’t be getting any “animal Kodak Moments.” Getting my drift? Got to know the habits of those marvy wild creatures if you want to snap ’em in their tracks.
Now obviously a direct parallel with France is not really kosher. Landscapes and Lavender don’t roam around too much. Ok – lavender and trees may dance a little in the wind – but those hilltop villages – they won’t be foraging around anytime soon – will they?
But – and here’s the big take-away – the more you know about ’em – the better your images reflecting them will be!
So, before you sign on the dotted line for the Ultimate Photography Course Workshop France 2014, crack a book or two, watch some quality docs, buy a few “been there – done that” DVD’s – get to know your subject(s) prep a “short list” of your top “to snap before I die” photo ops – and we’ll go from there. OK?
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Photography Course Workshop France 2014
Want to improve your photography and Take Better Pictures in a country rich in senic beauty and History while enjoying great food and wine?
Then you’re in the right place! – because for the first time in 3 years Photographer, Film Maker Author Christopher Strong – the “Bicycle Gourmet” (you non-snobby guide to all things French) is offering 4 photo/video workshops for 2014!
Now, before you get too excited please note:
- Transportation for all workshops (except Provence Lavender which is mini-bus) is by BICYCLE. (Provided. You provide the lock) so…DON’T sign up for the cycle photo workshops if you have knee, back or heart problems.
- Non photographic partners are welcome. (There is no “singles supplement.”)
- STRICT LIMIT of 6 participants per workshop to allow the maximum amount of individual attention.
Workshop One: Loire Chateaux and River Villages.
Gliding effortlessly along the cycle paths of Europe’s second largest river you’ll discover the Loire’s picture postcard river villages and the Chateaux of Angers, Saumur, Montsoreau, Chinon, Chambord, Chenonceau. (and more) Experiencing Spring in the Loire you’ll understand instantly why this was the preferred playground of Kings of France.
Dates : May 9-15, 16-22, 23-29
Tuition : $600@person
Workshop Two: Hilltop and Exceptional Villages of Provence.
Our route winds through the majestic Luberon National Park, where you’ll taste the exceptional wine of the village aptly named “Lumiere.”(light) Nearby your jaw will drop at the abundance of photo opps in the Hilltop Villages of Lacoste (Chateau of the Marquis de Sade), Menerbes, Bonnieux and Gordes.
Dates : June 6-12, 13-19, 20-26 September 5-11, 12-18, 19-25
Workshop Three: Provence Lavender.
One of the great spectacles of Nature (and some serious photographic candy) is the emergence each Summer of French Lavender. The color and perfume of this amazing plant is an experience beyond words. But you’ll have the opportunity to try to capture that experience on film as we visit the heart of Lavender country, shooting on the plain of Valensole, Sault, then continuing on through the Gorges du Verdon (France’s “Grand Canyon”)to the faience famed village of Moustier St. Marie.
Dates : June 27-July2, July 4 -10, July 15-21
Tuition : $800@person.
Workshop Four: Rhone Valley Wine and History.
Wine photography opportunites (and wine tasting!) you’ll never find elsewhere as we shoot and taste the famed Rhone wines of Beaumes de Venise, Vacqueyras, Gigondas, Sablet, Seguret to name a few. You’ll explore the Roman ruins in the Historic village of Vaison la Romaine, crossing the ancient bridge built in the Ist century AD.
Dates : July 25-31, August 4-10, 12-18
Tuition : $600@person
FYI
The Program: Day One: arrival/welcome drinks/meal.(on me) Day Two to Five: we shoot. Day Six: Free/Relax/Explore. Day Six pm : Drinks/Bon Voyage meal(on me) Day Seven: you return to your 9 to 5 hell! (jus’ kiddin’!)
Generally we shoot early morning/late afternoon evening, taking a break during the (often) searing heat of the day. Each night we review the day’s shooting.
Accomodation (included) is a mixture of small hotels, guest houses and gites, depending on the particular workshop.
Breakfast/welcome/departure drinks/meals – on me. Lunch/Dinner – on you. As well as transport to and from me.( Whenever possible/desireable we eat together.)
Questions? – treasures@soulmuse21.
TO RESERVE
Paypal 50% of the tuition fee to: treasures@soulmuse21.com indicating the workshop and dates you prefer. We’ll confirm your dates and/or suggest others if they aren’t available, as well as forward complete details.
Final Payment/Cancellations/Refunds
Final payment is due 60 days before the start date. Cancellation 45 days before the start date – full refund. 30 days before – 50% refund. Cancelling after 30 days – No refund.
I look forward to sharing the “Treasures of France” with you!
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