Water and Forests Phototrip - Cleveland Dam

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Meeting Point:

We will meet in the Cleveland Dam parking lot.

Water and Forests Phototrip - Cleveland Dam

This is a 3 hour phototrip at the Cleveland Dam and surrounding forest in North Vancouver. The word phototrip is short for “photographic daytrip”. This phototrip is an interactive learning opportunity with a limited number of people guaranteeing 1-on-1 tuition. Hands-on photography is an effective method for gaining skills that will advance your photography immediately.

What will you learn on this phototrip?

Long exposures for water; how to soften the look of water How to expose correctly for low light scenes in the forest How to use a neutral density filter for water and landscape images Tips and tricks to improve your composition Using white balance for the scene and using it creatively Using your tripod effectively in the field At the end of this photorip you will have beautiful images of the water and forests. The techniques you will learn on this phototrip will provide valuable insight into taking your photography to the next level.

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Phototrip checklist:

Camera - A DSLR would be preferable, but any camera that has a manual function could be used Tripod Lenses – learn to work with the lenses you have Good walking shoes, toque, gloves, jacket, umbrella, old towel Pen and paper - you may want to take notes. Detailed course notes will be emailed to you after the phototrip. A desire to learn more - photography is about discovery, so come along with the willingness to learn and challenge your thinking Coffee mug
How much does it cost?

This phototrip will cost $ 45.00 per person for 3 hours of tuition; course notes and tea/coffee and cookies

Payment

Paypal Interac e-Transfer (through online banking) Sorry, no checks How many people will be on the phototrip?

The phototrip is limited to 10 people ensuring 1-on-1 tuition

How do I get to the Cleveland Dam?

Cleveland Dam is 20 minutes away from Downtown Vancouver. It is easily accessible by public transit and by car.

Buses: Bus 246 from Downtown Vancouver goes across to the North shore and up Capilano Road. Along Capilano road, you will need to transfer to Bus 236 at Woods Drive, which will take you up to the Cleveland Dam (ask the bus driver where you must get off).

Car: Cleveland Dam is at the top of Capilano Road (on LHS) in North Vancouver, there is free public parking at the dam.

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