Note: Only 3 seats left in the 2023 tour
"This Workshop has changed my life - I am a full-time photographer now, and I have not looked back at my old job ever since. Thank you very much for this truly unforgettable experience."
"This Workshop has been the best value I have ever received in a photographic workshop anywhere. Every question was answered right away. The energy of the instructors was contagious and daily critiques incredibly inspirational. I highly recommend this unique workshop experience to everyone."
Join award-winning photographers Walter Luttenberger and Marc Koegel for this outstanding opportunity to photograph one of the most beautiful places in North America.
Marc has been leading this popular photographic tour for the past 15 years and in the process he has collected a wealth of knowledge of the area and its photographic opportunities.
For 2023, Marc is honoured to invite Walter Luttenberger, who will be coming from Germany to teach this workshop with him together!
Photographs above by Walter Luttenberger
Your instructors Walter Luttenberger and Marc Koegel will combine their forces, and their experience, to guide you. Walter has a strong background in architecture and design. He works in both black and white and color. Marc shares Walter's enthusiasm for architecture and design, and works exclusively in black and white.
Both Walter and Marc have in common an excitement for the art and science of photography as well as their desire and enjoyment of teaching and inspiring others.
We hope that our paricipants will enjoy and gain from having both Walter and Marc guide them.
Each year over a million tourists visit the Tofino area making it one of British Columbia’s premier destinations.
Tofino is located on the West Coast of Vancouver Island in the province of British Columbia, Canada. At Tofino's doorstep is the Clayoquot Sound region, a world UNESCO biosphere reserve. This area also boasts one of British Columbia's most prized nature reserves, Pacific Rim National Park. Tofino offers one of the best opportunities to experience BC's pristine wilderness first hand.
Just imagine the infinite number of photographic opportunities! This workshop 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!
Photographs above by Walter Luttenberger
This is an all-inclusive Workshop offering (just pay for your own food):
VPW’s van(s) take you from downtown Vancouver all the way to Tofino. Return trip with BC ferries is included as well.
Once in Tofino, we will stay at Tofino Resort and Marina.
For more information about your accommodation, visit the Tofino Resort And Marina website
We’ll go out shooting each day, and return for daily critiques and optional lectures.
VPW's small group policy will give frequent opportunities for one-on-one instruction.
We will meet in the evenings to go over the events of the day, share our thoughts and get prepared for the next day.
Come and join us for an unforgettable trip to one of North America’s most scenic places!
Meeting Spot:
For this photo tour, we will meet at the YWCA Hotel in donwtown Vancouver (733 Beatty Street) at 8:30am on April 27, 2023. We will be back and conclude the tour on Sunday, April 30, when we will have you back at the YWCA Hotel by about 7:30 to 8pm.
Physical Rating: 2/5
For this photo tour, only short hikes of between 5 and 30 minutes are planned. Elevation gains will be minimal, and most trails are boardwalks with stairs for easy accent / decent. There are some areas where we hike over sand and uneven ground. It is recommended to bring sturdy hiking boots and dress in layers (with the outer shell being waterproof).
Walter Luttenberger:
WALTER LUTTENBERGER, PHOTOGRAPHER
My training as a photographer began in 1989 at the Petek Advertising Photography Studio in Graz. After finishing my apprenticeship, I moved to the then largest studio for advertising photography, Croce & Wir in Graz. There I worked as a photo assistant for 2 years and learned a lot from my talented colleagues.
Through my passion for architecture and design, I began my education in large format photography during my independence in Frankfurt, Germany. This focus on architectural photography led to the founding of my own company Walter Luttenberger Photography after my return to Austria in 1995.
With a focus on architectural, interior and reference photography, I began to build up a clientele among architects, interior designers and companies active in the construction industry.
In addition, I taught young students in the fields of architectural and above all landscape photography at the Academy of Applied Photography. Subsequently, this led to my own workshops for landscape photography from 2014. In 2018, I finally founded the photo trip, for the purpose of organizing up to 14 photo trips and workshops per year. Interested photographers benefit from my many years of experience both as a photographer and as a trainer and workshop leader.
Marc Koegel:
Born in Germany, Marc is well traveled and currently lives and works in Vancouver, B.C. He is a professional commercial and award-winning fine art photographer, educator, writer and director of Vancouver Photo Workshops LTD.
Since 2004, when he founded Vancouver Photo Workshops Ltd, Marc has worked with some of the world’s top photographers including Jay Maisel, Mary Ellen Mark, Arthur Meyerson, Ralph Gibson, Gregory Heisler, Joe McNally, and Freeman Patterson
In 2006, he was commissioned to put together one of North America’s first full-time, fully accredited, professional photography diploma programs focused solely on the latest digital technologies.
Visit Marc's website for more information and to see his beautiful photography:
Level:
Basic photography knowledge required.
Enrollment:
Maximum 10 participants.
Equipment Needed:
Bring your film or digital camera and at least 1 lens.
Optional: additional lenses, camera flash, tripod or laptop.
We Provide:
* All instruction during the tour to Tofino.
* Travel and transportation from downtown Vancouver to Tofino.
* BC Ferries fees, and travel in our tour vans.
* Local transportation in the Tofino area.
* Entrance fees to Pacific Rim National Park.
* 3 Nights accommodation at Tofino Resort and Marina
* Use of our digital lab to download and edit your images.
* Nightly critiques of student images.
What is not included:
* Food and drinks
In order to provide the best photographic tours possible VPW keeps tour sizes limited to 10-12 participants (depending on the tour).
If you must withdraw for any reason please be aware of our refund policy as follows:
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.
Note: Each tour requires a minimum number of participants. Should the trip fail to achieve minimum participation, VPW reserves the right to cancel the tour and refund any deposits received or to apply a small group surcharge to each traveler. All participants will be notified a minimum of 30 days prior to departure of any changes to the advertised itinerary.
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| Tour | Dates | Seats Left: | Group Meeting Place | Tuition | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Day Tour | April 27 - 30, 2023 | YES | YWCA Hotel, 733 Beatty Street, Downtown Vanocuver |
Deposit of $500 to hold seat $2395 CDN total fee |