My On The Verandah Photographic Adventure (and it truly was an adventure) will be in my memory for a long time. Kununurra has been on my “must visit” list for many years, and to combine a tourist experience with the Photography aspect couldn’t have been a better way to achieve my goal.  
​- Judith Williams, Photography Adventure 2015, 2016 & 2018.

2021 ​Kimberley Photography Workshops

COVID-19 has meant a few adjustments therefore pricing and dates for this trip are to be confirmed.

This Kimberley workshop is based at Digger's Rest Station in the east Kimberley, 130 kms from Kununurra. You'll travel the region in comfort, venturing off the beaten track into wilderness areas not open to the public, exploring deep into the landscape, having unique experiences and meeting colourful characters. ​You'll have your own comfortable Bush Hut or Bunkhouse room to retreat to each evening and spend a night camping out to take advantage of the vast night sky. 

What is it?
A 7 day Adventure for photographers of all levels. Bewley Shaylor is a professional photographer, photography teacher and filmmaker. He will help you with camera technique, guide you through digital editing, helping you to get the best out of your camera gear and create stunning images. 

What will you learn?
​Our tutors are experts in their fields with infectious enthusiasm and commitment. The workshops are fun, non-competitive and supportive. Bewley is a patient and understanding instructor who will help you build camera skill by getting you out in the field taking shots, experimenting with your camera to see what it can really do. You'll benefit from Bewley's years of industry experience as he shares tricks of the trade around photo editing, light and composition.  Enjoy five days tuition over numerous locations and via fun activities.

Is this the ideal trip for you?

• You have recently taken up photography and want to learn what your camera can do. 
• You are an intermediate photographer wanting new camera and post-production techniques. 
• You are a confident photographer keen to access unique locations and subject matter off the tourist trail.
• You are an adventurous traveller/occasional photographer looking for an authentic experience
• You are an animal and nature lover, have a good sense of humour and enjoy new places, new people.

What is there to photograph?
Great locations are in easy reach of the station, meaning less time traveling, more time shooting.  Extend your skills and capture the unique imagery of the Kimberley. 

• The Cockburn Range
• The King River valley
• Boab trees!
• Waterlilies, wildlife, birdlife
• Young horses being worked
• Possibility of cattle being moved by stock workers on horse back
• Station worker's portraits
• The night sky / light painting
• Time lapse
• Photo essay
• ​Stunning Kimberley sunsets and sunrises

About your tutor -  Bewley Shaylor
A veteran of three solo exhibitions and several group shows, Bewley combines a love of photographing people within their environment with a passion for light and composition. His images are published in several books and he directed and shot a short film which screened internationally. As chief photographer for FORM Bewley has photographed the Spinifex Hill Mob; the Silo Project; Worn Land; The Core; Dutch cloud-artist Berndnaut Smilde and various street art projects.

Things to Bring -
​On booking, we provide a list of items that Bewley recommends plus a "Kimberley" list of things to bring. For a list of general items, click HERE to go to the FAQ's page.

Maximum group size is 10.

ACCOMMODATION
The two types of accommodation are the Bush Hut and the Bunkhouse room. 

Bush Hut - Bush Huts have a double bed, verandah, mosquito net, ensuite, fan, powerpoint, light, towels and linen.  Perks of a bush hut - peaceful, views, wildlife, authentic Kimberley experience. 

Bunkhouse room - The two bunkhouse rooms are usually shared by two guests each. Each bunkhouse room has a double bed plus one or two single beds, air conditioning, overhead fans, towels, linen. The bunkhouse has a shared bathroom. Perks of the bunkhouse - spacious, air conditioned, large verandahs, close to the homestead.

Tent at Digger's Rest - we have a discounted option of a comfy tent for guests who don't mind roughing it a little and do not want to share.  (Usually only offered when all unshared accommodation is taken.)
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2021 PRICING -
​To be confirmed

​Inclusions

• 6 night's accommodation at Digger's Rest
• All* meals at the station, ​morning and afternoon teas
• Photography tuition by Bewley Shaylor
• Land transfers between Kununurra and the workshop venues
• ​All permits and passes to wilderness areas/parks
• All transport during the workshop
• All itinerary activities are included.

Exclusions

• Flights to and from Kununurra
• Your stopover accommodation, if needed, in Darwin or Kununurra
• Alcohol, softdrinks, extra snacks, unusual dietary ingredients
• Comprehensive Travel insurance - Mandatory..
• Some meals*
• Horse riding conducted by Digger's Rest is available for an extra charge for experienced riders.

​*Some meals are not included due to you being in transit. For example, breakfast and lunch on day 1, plus lunch and dinner on day 7, which will need to be purchased by the guest.

 For a full list of INCLUSIONS and exclusions, click HERE to go to the FAQ's page. 

To Book
A minimum deposit of $500 and a signed Registration Form will confirm your booking. You may pay your balance by instalments.. Call Rachel today 0428 254 529.

Can't make it in 2020, but keen for 2021? Click to Join our mailing list Type "Kimberley Photo" in the comments section and we'll keep you posted.

Interested in bringing your own tutored or untutored photography/creative group in 2021? Please  email to request more information.


Image Gallery - Click year to view trip images.
2014 Photo trip KIMBERLEY  (2 trips)
2015 Photo Trip KIMBERLEY
2016 Photo Trip KIMBERLEY
2017 Photo Trip KIMBERLEY
2018 Photo Trip KIMBERLEY

Tutor, Bewley Shaylor by Lou Gilbert

Photo - Bewley Shaylor

Early session in the field by B.Shaylor.

Bush Hut exterior

Bunkhouse Room B interior

Bunkhouse exterior