PHOTOGRAPHY HOLIDAYS AND COURSES

'AUTUMN PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK' 27 SEPTEMBER – 4 OCTOBER 2010

Would you like to take better pictures but feel that you have just never got to grips with either traditional or digital photography? Would you like to know how your camera really works so that you can be sure that you are getting the best out of it? Have you ever wondered how you might improve your pictures by using editing software, such as Photoshop?

Now you can learn how to do all this and at the same time have a wonderful holiday, as we are offering an 'Autumn Photography Week' on the island of Paxos. Paxos is a beautiful island and, with its pretty villages, stunning scenery and wonderfully clear light, it is hard to imagine a more inspirational location for a photography holiday.

The friendly and informal holiday will be led by Richard Weston, a professional photographer with many years of teaching experience, and it is suitable for photographers of any standard, whether using film or digital medium. You can see examples of Richard's work in the Photography Courses Image Gallery.

Tuition will be based around group sessions on five mornings and one evening during the week, when Richard will help you to discover the joys of what makes a good picture, the basics of digital photography and printing, and also give you the chance to further explore the world of photography through practical exercises. These will be supplemented by informal early evening discussions of the day’s work, when Richard will show you what can be achieved using picture editing software. There will also be plenty of opportunities for individual advice and time either to explore Paxos or simply relax.

The precise content of the course will to a certain extent be guided by the needs of those taking part but a typical course might cover

• How your camera works: the relationship between shutter speeds and the aperture, and using a good exposure to get the best from your photography
• How pictures convey mood and atmosphere and tell a story, through composition, lighting and ‘ideas’
• How digital imaging works and how to get your pictures from your camera to your computer, from pixels to printing, and from pictures to presentation
• How to use digital imaging software to get the most from your pictures
• How to take successful pictures using only that which is available
• How to use long exposure
• Tips and techniques on how to cut bevelled mounts for your pictures or frame them
• How to use software to produce a simple and affective slide show with music of the images you have taken throughout the course

Cost: The 'Autumn Photography Week' costs £675 per person, which includes tuition, accommodation in a shared twin/double room in The Manor House, one of the most famous houses on Paxos which commands wonderful views over Loggos harbour, return transfers between Corfu and Loggos, local transport, lunch on the first and last days and a breakfast hamper. A programme of optional activities including Greek cookery, Greek dancing and walks will be available at additional cost.  

For full details of what is included in the cost and of the accommodation, please see 'Autumn Photography Week Further Information'.

It is also possible for anyone who has their own accommodation or who wishes to be more independent just to join the group tuition sessions and we may also be able to accommodate non-participating partners. Please contact us to discuss your requirements. 

To Book: Please read our Booking Conditions and the Important Information section of this website and then complete and submit an On-Line Booking Form. Our photography holidays and courses are open to people of all ages and abilities aged 18 or over. However, Paxos is a relatively hilly island and we therefore do not feel that they are suitable for anyone with walking difficulties.   

Minimum number of participants: All our holidays, courses and activities require a minimum number of participants in order for them to operate. The minimum number of participants required for the 'Autumn Photography Week' to operate is 8.

Holiday insurance: It is a condition of booking our holidays/courses/activities that you have comprehensive travel insurance that includes cover for the holidays/courses/activities in which you are planning to participate. The cost of insurance is not included in the cost of the 'Autumn Photography Week' but we have arranged a policy which you can buy on-line with Travel & General Insurance Company plc. You must, however, ensure that this policy meets all your requirements before you purchase it. We will ask you for details of your insurance policy before you travel to Greece and before you are allowed to take part in any of our holidays, courses or activities.

Second Holiday/Course Discount: We will give you a discount of £40 if you book any two holidays or courses in Summer 2010.

Further Information: Do have a look round our website and, if you would like further information about any of our holidays and courses or about Paxos more generally, then please do not hesitate to Contact Us.

Expanding our Programme: We are always looking to expand the range of holidays and courses that we offer. If you have a special interest or an activity that you would like to pursue whilst on Paxos or elsewhere in Greece, or a holiday or course that you would like to lead, then we would love to hear from you. 

If you are a group of four or more who wish to book the same holiday or course, please contact us to see if we can offer you a discount.