In the previous lesson we learned to create our story of a place by asking What we like, and Why we like it. Now it’s time to turn that story into a photograph. We can do that by asking a third question: How? “How can I exaggerate the elements of my story using my camera?” […]
New Zealand is rich with fascinating patterns and objects that can serve as impactful foregrounds in wide angle compositions. To make the most of these, here are some suggestions: Using this simple framework will allow you to create stunning in-your-face wide angle compositions like these.
New Zealand has two kinds of large wildlife: birds, and aquatic animals. We’ll see birds for sure, and in Mt. Cook and Fiordland it’s very likely that we’ll encounter two of my favorites: the kea (mountain parrot), and the fantail. In terms of sea life there’s an almost 100% chance we’ll see New Zealand fur […]
Travel, Health, and Camera Insurance Travel insurance is REQUIRED for this trip, which will reimburse you if you need to cancel for any reason, including COVID-19. It can also provide medical coverage, lost luggage coverage, and other benefits while abroad, and policies are generally inexpensive. IMG and Travel Guard are reliable companies. IMG Plans Travel […]
Acknowledgement of Risks Please download and sign this form, and bring it with you to the initial meeting. You can also email us a digital signed copy. Image Use During this tour we may take behind the scenes photos and videos of the tour participants. These photos are used to share among the group, as well […]
Don’t fight your gear. Here are settings we see people struggle with over and over on our workshops and tours. Practice changing or accessing these settings before the trip and you will have more success in the field. Know how to quickly adjust your aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Even if you aren’t fully comfortable […]
Just like your heart has four essential chambers, every successful landscape photo is built from four essential parts: This is one of the most important things I can ever teach you. In fact it’s so important I call it the Golden Rule of Landscape Photography. If you have those four things, I guarantee you will […]
Let’s dive into Visual Storytelling. Before we begin, you need to understand that the subject and story is THE MOST IMPORTANT part of any photograph. If you don’t have this you don’t have a photo. And yet, most landscape photographers never consciously think about the story that they want to tell when they are photographing. […]
U.S. citizens do not need a Colombian visa for a tourist or business stay of 90 days or less. Citizens from other countries should check their visa requirements.
Our accommodation on this tour is varied. Here’s where we will be staying in each location: Bogota – luxury 5 star hotel in the nicest neighborhood in the city with easy access to wonderful restaurants and shopping. Mavicure – a rustic guesthouse in the village of El Remanso. Every person has private sleeping quarters with […]
Food The food on this trip is absolutely amazing! All food is included (except alcohol) In the city we will enjoy some of Bogota’s nicest restaurants for our meals. When we are in the jungle in Mavicure we will enjoy delicious meals made by our hosts. Expect fresh fish, tropical fruits, rice, potatoes, and beans. […]
Camera Gear and Other Equipment DSLR or Mirrorless Camera. Lenses from wide to telephoto. We recommend the following lenses or equivalent: Ultra Wide (14-24mm or 16-35mm) Mid Range (24-70mm) Short Telephoto (70-200mm) Optional – Long Telephoto (100-400 or 200-500mm) Sturdy tripod. A drone for Mavicure is highly recommended Extra Memory Cards (we recommend at least […]
At this time of year the weather is typically excellent for photography, with lots of mixed clouds and sun, which means great light. Expect temperatures between 30°F and 70°F (-1°C – 21°C). Also, don’t forget that even though a 50° morning doesn’t sound very cold, it can be downright chilly when you are standing still […]
1) Get Rid of Your Photography Expectations There is arguably nothing more important to having a satisfying photographic experience than shooting from a standpoint of zero expectations. At every location we will be on the lookout for many kinds of scenes and compositions, from grand to intimate. Therefore, not having a fixed idea of what […]
Day Town Date Day Itinerary Day 1 (Arrival)* Bogota 8/22/2024 Thursday Client greet and welcome dinner Day 2 Mavicure 8/23/2024 Friday Fly to Mavi Day 3 Mavicure 8/24/2024 Saturday Mavicure Day 4 Mavicure 8/25/2024 Sunday Mavicure Day 5 Bogota 8/26/2024 Monday Fly home from Mavi Day 6 Bogota 8/27/2024 Tuesday Bogota CIty Tour Day 7 […]
4:15 am – meet for coffee and fruit. 4:30 am – walk 15 – 30 minutes to our shooting location. 5:00 am – arrive on location 30 minutes prior to sunrise and begin exploring and shooting. 5:30 am – sunrise. 7:00 am – wrap up morning shoot, and walk back. 7:30 am – breakfast. Midday […]
Tour Dates August 22, 2024 – First day of the tour. Arrive in Bogota prior to 4 pm. We will pick you up from the airport and transport you to our hotel. However, please don’t purchase your plane tickets to Bogota until we provide the go ahead. September 3rd, 2024 – Last day of the tour. […]
August 22, 2024 – First day of the tour. Arrive in Bogota prior to 4 pm. We will pick you up from the airport and transport you to our hotel. However, please don’t purchase your plane tickets to Bogota until we provide the go ahead.
WhatsApp Group Chat Before the tour please download WhatsApp to your phone. This is how we will communicate and share photos during the trip. Mobile Phones Any factory-unlocked smart phone will work in Colombia. You can buy a local sim card from Claro if you need cell service Otherwise we recommend using Skype or WhatsApp […]
New Zealand has two kinds of large wildlife: birds, and aquatic animals. We’ll see birds for sure, and in Mt. Cook and Fiordland it’s very likely that we’ll encounter two of my favorites: the kea (mountain parrot), and the fantail. In terms of sea life there’s an almost 100% chance we’ll see New Zealand fur […]
Joshua Cripps is a renowned landscape photographer who has garnered worldwide acclaim for his breathtaking images of our planet’s wild places. His photos have been published by the likes of National Geographic, NASA, CNN, BBC, and Nikon Global.
The Mount Whitney Gallery was founded in 2023 by Joshua Cripps as a way to share his passion stunning landscapes of the Sierra Nevada and beyond.
Set at the foot of the breathtaking Sierra with a view of the range’s highest peaks, the gallery features large format, museum-caliber fine art prints of Josh’s signature photographs.
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