Vancouver Photo Workshops proudly presents a five day (four nights) exclusive photography tour, "The Best of Vancouver, Victoria and Tofino" with internationally acclaimed photographer Arthur Meyerson and Marc Koegel.
Join award-winning photographers and experienced instructors Arthur Meyerson and Marc Koegel for this outstanding opportunity to photograph not just one but several of the most beautiful places in the pacific northwest. Take advantedge of the expertise and guidance of 2 instructors at once!
Each year over a million tourists visit Vancouver, Victoria and Tofino, making these areas British Columbia’s premier destinations.
For this exclusive photo tour, we start in Vancouver. We meet at the Vancouver Photo Workshops studio facilities for introductions and an inspirational lecture and presentation by Arthur and Marc. We head out to take pictures at a popular local public market, as well as along the picturesque waterfront and Stanley Park.
Before the end of the day, we board a ferry to travel to Victoria. We spend the next day photographing around the capital of British Columbia (Victoria), choosing subjects ranging from the water's edge to magical flower gardens to historical architecture as well as the local people.
The next day will have us on-route to Tofino and the Clayoquot Sound region, a world UNESCO biosphere reserve. Tofino offers one of the best opportunities to experience BC's pristine wilderness first hand.
Just imagine the infinite number of photographic opportunities! This photo tour is very much focused to provide you with as much time in the field as possible. Expect to take at least twice as many pictures as you think you will!
Take advantage of this great photographic opportunity. As we expect this trip to sell out quickly, act now to avoid disappointment.
Please see below 'what is' and 'what is not' included in the tour price.
Daily Photo Tour Agenda:
- Day 1: Meet in Vancouver. Shoot around town, take ferry to Victoria (pm). Overnight in Victoria
- Day 2: Shoot Victoria and area, overnightin Victoria
- Day 3: in the AM leave for Tofino, overnight in Tofino
- Day 4: Shoot around Tofino area, overnight in Tofino
- Day 5: Leave Tofino at lunch, back to Vancouver by early evening
What is included in the Price:
* All instruction and guidance by Arthur Meyerson and Marc Koegel
* Travel and transportation from Vancouver to Victoria, Tofino and back to Vancouver
* BC Ferries fees, and travel in our luxury vans.
* Local transportation in Vancouver, Victoria and Tofino
* Entrance fees to the Butchard Flower Gardens and Pacific Rim National Park.
* 4 Nights accommodation at 4 star hotels / resorts in Victoria and Tofino (single occupancy)
* One Group Dinner (on last night)
What is NOT included in the Price:
* Travel Insurance, including health and trip cancellation insurance
* Meals and drinks not noted as included in the above itinerary
* Optional tips to guides, local staff etc
* Visas (if necessary)
* Excess baggage charges, airport taxes and other service charges
* Personal items (alcoholic beverages, laundry, film, batteries, etc)
Participants will leave at the end of the workshop with a more dynamic portfolio, a greater awareness of their strengths, new technical skills, and an enhanced sensitivity in capturing the “decisive moment” in color.
Arthur Meyerson is recognized as one of America's finest photographers.
For over 30 years, professional assignments have taken him around the world. His fascination with light, color and the moment continues and has culminated into an impressive body of personal work as well.
American Photo Magazine named him as one of the top photographers in advertising and on three separate occasions, he has been recognized as Adweek’s Southwest Photographer of the Year. He is also included in "The World’s Top Ten Annual Report Photographers" by Communication World.
Besides a listing in Who’s Who, his awards include gold medals from the New York Art Directors Club, the Art Directors Club of Houston, the Dallas Society of Visual Communications, Photo/Design Magazine and the prestigious Stephen Kelly Award for his work on the Nike advertising campaign. Arthur has also been named by Nikon to their "Legends Behind the Lens" website.
Meyerson’s photographs have been collected and exhibited internationally and he has been featured in many publications including Communication Arts, Graphis, Digital Photo Pro, Photo Design, Zoom (France), Rangefinder, Portfolio, Idea (Japan), Novum (Germany), Photoworld (China), Fotodigital (Portugal) and Camera Arts.
A photographer with a strong commitment to his profession, Arthur teaches photography workshops and participates in speaking engagements throughout the U.S. and abroad. He is a member of the Advisory Council for the Santa Fe Center for Photography as well as serving on the Board of Advisors for the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.
Partial client list includes: Coca-Cola, Disney, Nike, Apple, National Geographic, Lanai (Hawaii) Tourism, NFL, Compaq, Russell Athletic, United Airlines, Alfred Dunhill, Shell, Transamerica, Conde Nast, Texas Tourism, Norfolk Southern, American Express, Nikon, Eastman Kodak, Bank of America, Levis and Motorola.
Visit Arthur's website for more information and to see his captivating photography:
Marc Koegel has been internationally recognized for his black and white landscape and architectural long exposure photographs:
Marc has been photographing since his early teens, and teaching since his early twenties.
After graduating with an economics degree, Marc decided to pursue photography full-time and earned a diploma in professional commercial photography. He started tecahing within months of graduation, and opened his own photography school a short year thereafter. Vancouver Photo Workshops was incorporated in 2004, and in those 10 years has grown to be largest family owned photography training facility in all of Canada.
In 2007, Marc was commissioned to put together Canada's first all-digital, fully accredited, full-time photography diploma program. He served as the department head and lead instructor until 2009, but still teaches courses there today.
Since 2006, Marc has been teaching his fine-art long exposure photography techniques to 1000's of students in the traditional classroom setting, and since 2011 he has added an online course that has attracted students from over 26 countries.
Marc's photography has won several international awards including the IPA (International Photo Awards), Spider Awards and PX3 (Prix De La Photographie Paris). Marc's work has also been featured on numerous web sites and photography blogs and recently on the Phase One website.
Few photographers have the combination of photographic as well as educational experience Marc is known for. Years behind the lens and in front of students all add up to valuable experience. Learn with Marc and let his help you to 'achieve your vision'!
Visit Marc's website for more information and to see his beautiful photography:
Level:
Any level photographer is welcome to attend!
Enrollment:
Maximum 12 participants.
Equipment Needed:
Bring your film or digital SLR camera (must have manual controls) and at least 1 lens.
Optional: additional lenses, camera flash, tripod or laptop.
We Provide:
What is included in the Price:
* All instruction and guidance by Arthur Meyerson and Marc Koegel
* Travel and transportation from Vancouver to Victoria, Tofino and back to Vancouver
* BC Ferries fees, and travel in our luxury vans.
* Local transportation in Vancouver, Victoria and Tofino
* Entrance fees to the Butchard Flower Gardens and Pacific Rim National Park.
* 4 Nights accommodation at 4 star hotels / resorts in Victoria and Tofino (single occupancy)
* One Group Dinner (on last night)
Hotels in Vancouver:
Please visit the 'Our City' page for a list of recommended hotels in Vancouver.
If you must withdraw for any reason please be aware of our refund policy as follows:
For our Local Lectures, Seminars, and Workshops valued at or under $100, VPW is unable to provide a cash refund. Transfers are limited to one transfer to either the same event at a later date, or a different event of equal value. VPW requires 48 hours written notice in order to make such a transfer (email notice is acceptable). The event you are transferring to must occur within 6 months of the original event you registered for. A $15 fee will be applied to all transfers.
For our Local Workshops, 1 to 5 days in length and our Local 4 to 10 Week Courses, VPW requires 30 days written notice (before the event start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. (Email notice is acceptable.)
For our Master Photographer Series workshops, 1 to 5 days in length, VPW requires 60 days written notice (before the workshop start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. VPW may retain 15% of fees paid or $150 minimum in processing your refund. If the tuition is less than $500 the minimum fee drops to $75.
For our Photo Tours (both in Canada and abroad), 1 to 10 days in length, VPW requires 60 days written notice (before the event start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. VPW may retain 15% of fees paid or $150 minimum in processing your refund. If the tuition is less than $500 the minimum fee drops to $75.
Transfers (for all events over $100): If you wish to transfer to a different workshop date, VPW requires a minimum of 30 days written (email) notice. All transfers are based on availaibility, and subject to approval by VPW staff. For courses/workshops with tuition above $101, the transfer fee is $35.
Transfer Fees as based on event pricing:
Tuition of $100 and below, the transfer fee is $15
Tuition of $101 and above, the transfer fee is $35
VPW can give no refunds:
If you registered for any event valued at or under $100
If you do not show up for your registered course.
If you register for a course beyond or below your skill or ability level.
Refunds for all events valued at $101 and above (excluding Master Series Workshops):
If a student wishes to cancel their registration for any of VPW's events, and has provided written notice within the appropriate timeframe, a refund less a $50 administration fee will be provided.
Course Cancellation:
Occasionally, we may have to cancel a course due to low enrollment. In this case, we will issue a full refund of all monies paid to VPW up to that time.
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| Class | Dates | Time | Early-Bird Discount Offer: | Start / End Location: | Fee: | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday - Sunday | April 30th - May 4th, 2014 | All Day Photo Tour | The first 3 registrants get $100 discount | VPW Studios, 14 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, BC | $2475 CDN | Click Here to Register |