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.
- Judith Williams, Photography Adventure 2015, 2016 & 2018.
Kimberley Photography Workshop2019 PHOTOGRAPHY ADVENTURE with Bewley Shaylor
MAY 11 - 17, 2019. Our sincerest apologies - we have had to cancel this trip due to low numbers. (Regards, Rachel, 12/02/2019) 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. This trip is ideal for you if you - 1. Have recently taken up photography and want to learn what you and your camera can do. 2. Are an intermediate photographer wanting to expand camera and post-production techniques. 3. Are a confident photographer keen to tag along and access unique locations off the tourist trail. 4. Are an adventurous traveller/occasional photographer looking for an authentic experience of the Australian outback; 5. Are an animal and nature lover, have a good sense of humour and enjoy seeking out new places and meeting people. What will you be photographing? Great locations are in easy reach of the station, meaning less time traveling, more time shooting. You'll have time to extend your skills and capture the unique imagery of the Kimberley. Things to try while you are here:-
About your tutor - Bewley Shaylor Bewley has been with On The Verandah since the very start when we tentatively ran Kimberley workshops with just two or three people. He is popular with guests because he has a way of making them feel at ease whatever their skill level. 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. Escape the winter - The typical East Kimberley weather in May features an average daytime maximum of 33.5 degrees and average overnight minimum of 20.6 degrees. May is end of the wet season so a shower is possible but becoming less likely, and humidity may be high. The benefits of being here at this time relates to water - more water around means more birds, more greenery, opportunities for reflections etc. Not just Photography - The itinerary includes complimentary welcome champagne, time to fish for barramundi, visit aboriginal art, meet the locals, hike, billabong swim, final night party. (Champagne sunset horse rides are available for experienced riders for an additional charge.) 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 There are two main types of accommodation. Bush Hut - Bush Huts each have one double bed, verandah, mosquito net, ensuite, fan, powerpoint, light, towels and linen. There are four Bush Huts suiting single or couples accommodation. Allocated on a first come, first served basis. Advantages of the bush hut - peaceful, beautiful views, wildlife to wake up to. Stay in a bush hut for an authentic Kimberley experience. We have one SHARED bush hut with two single beds. This hut is best suited to friends or a couple. Bunkhouse room - The two bunkhouse rooms are usually shared by two guests each. Each bunkhouse room has a double bed plus three single beds, air conditioning, overhead fans, towels, linen. The bunkhouse has a shared bathroom. Advantages of the bunkhouse - spacious, air conditioned, large verandahs, close to the homestead. (If you snore please do not book yourself in a shared room.) Note - If you holiday with us, we may have a night camping. All camping gear is supplied by us. The 2019 itinerary does NOT include a night camping. 2019 PRICING - TWIN SHARE DBL & SGL - $3400pp. TWIN SHARE DBL & SGL - with EARLY BIRD DEAL - $3200pp. UNSHARED DBL accommodation - $3650pp. UNSHARED DBL accommodation with EARLY BIRD DEAL - $3450pp. DISCOUNTS 1. Early Bird Deal - We offer a $200 discount per guest if paid in full 120 days before the start of the trip. 2. Non-writing friend discount. We offer 5% off the base price for friends of guests who are non-writers but want to tag along. Your friend will need to add a single supplement of $250 to their price if not sharing a room. 3. Couples discount - 5% off the base price for both guests when they share a Bush Hut. 4. Loyalty Discount - 7.5% off the base price for guests who have joined us before on any On The Verandah trip. (It's 10% off if you joined us in 2018 or earlier.) Discounts are not cumulative. Select the best discount that applies to you and nominate it at the time of booking. Inclusions 6 night's accommodation All *meals at the station, morning and afternoon teas 24/7 tea and coffee Photo tuition over 5 days by Bewley Shaylor Transfers to and from your Kununurra accommodation or the airport All transport during the workshop All activities as per the itinerary. Exclusions Flights to and from Kununurra Alcohol, softdrinks, extra snacks, special dietary ingredients. Travel insurance - strongly recommended. *Some meals are not included (Breakfast and lunch on day 1 and lunch and dinner on day 7 will need to be purchased) Horse riding is available for an extra charge for experienced riders. For a full list of INCLUSIONS and exclusions, click HERE to go to the FAQ's page. To Book A minimum deposit of $500 will confirm your booking. Paying your balance by instalments is welcomed. Call Rachel today 0428 254 529. Can't make it in 2019, but keen for 2020? Click to Join our mailing list Type "Bewley Photo" in the comments section and we'll keep you posted. 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
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