Workshop Details

Planning
Planning shoots, at any time of day or night is an important part of being able to create compelling and purposeful images. We’ll go over weather apps, how to plan for light (or no light), scouting tips, etc.  Since it will be a great time to shoot the Milky Way, a large component of the planning discussion will be about how to find the galaxy and when it is best to photograph it. Techniques for aurora borealis, star trails and light painting can also be covered.

Techniques
For most of the workshop, we will be working on techniques that require or work best with full manual mode. We will go over ISO, white balance, aperture choices, and shutter speeds. Different methods of focusing will be covered for each subject we will be shooting. During the landscape shoots for example, we’ll go over focus stacking, bracketing, long exposures, depth of field, panoramas and more.

Safety &  Leave No Trace
These are very important topics for photographers to be knowledge about in order to preserve the places we love to visit, keep wildlife wild and make sure you stay safe and (mostly) comfortable on your adventures.

Included in the Workshop:

  • In-the-field instruction
  • Classroom sessions (TBD, these may be done online)
  • Virtual meet up after the workshop for image reviews and follow up questions.
Not Included in the workshop:

  • Transportation to and from Waterton National Park
  • Transportation during the workshop
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals
  • Accommodations (If you have any questions about places to stay, I have stayed in almost every location in Waterton, feel free to reach out!)
  • DLSR or mirrorless camera
  • Tripod
  • Remote/Intervalometer/Shutter Release
  • Extra batteries
  • Extra memory cards
  • Laptop
  • Variety of lenses
    • Wide angle, fast lenses are ideal for Milky Way.
    • Long lenses 200mm + are ideal for wildlife.
  • Snacks
  • Hot drinks in a thermos, water
  • Appropriate clothing and layers for the weather
  • Hiking boots, pole, pack, etc.
  • Headlamp
  • Hand/toe warmers
  • Masks
  • Hand Sanitizer (Monika Deviat Photography will also carry this during the workshop)

The workshop plan is tentative and will be adaptive to conditions and weather. Participants should expect this schedule to change.

Day 1:

  • 4pm Meet & Greet
  • Classroom session + camera practice
  • Break
  • Sunset shoot

Day 2:

  • Night Shoot
  • Sunrise shoot + wildlife
  • Break
  • Group dinner for those interested (barring any restrictions)

Day 3:

  • Sunrise shoot
  • Morning shoot – long exposure focus
  • Break
  • Editing session (TDB, may be online)
  • Dinner (group dinner if restrictions allow)
  • Sunset shoot + wildlife

Day 4:

  • Sunrise shoot + wildlife

TBD:

  • Virtual Meet up

By registering for this event you agree that you have read and understand the following.

Registration is non-refundable but is transferrable. If you can find someone to take your spot and buy your ticket from you, this is acceptable. Email monika@monikadeviatphotography.com to confirm a transfer.

Please ensure you can travel and abide by all health and safety travel recommendations for Canada, Alberta and your home location if you are booking a spot. It is your responsibility to ensure you can make the workshop.

A participant may not attend if they have any symptoms of COVID-19, travelling internationally within 14 days of the workshops or have had close contact with a confirmed case and are required to self isolate.

Masks are currently required in public indoor areas in Waterton. Masks may be required during the workshop when a 2 meter distance can not be maintained.

Only in the event that the Parks or the venue is unable to host the workshop (such as a lockdown situation), participants will be given the option to postpone or receive a refund.

Monika Deviat Photography reserves the right to cancel the workshop at any time. The cancellations could occur for a variety of reasons, such as a minimum number of participants is not met, family emergency, unforeseen circumstances impact the worksop, etc. In the event of cancellations that are under the control of Monika Deviat Photography, participants will receive a full refund for the workshop. No compensation would be made to participants for any other associated costs such as, but not limited to, travel, hotels, etc. Participants should have travel insurance.

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This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. You are responsible to research the event and bring the proper gear.

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