TABLE OF CONTENTS
About Raul Touzon Page 4 Photography Workshops With Raul Touzon Page 5 Intermediate Page 7 Advanced Page 7 Landscape Beyond Postcards Page 8
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Visual Story Telling Easter in Antigua, Guatemala
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Day of The Dead in Oaxaca Havana, Cuba
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Iceland
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Istanbul
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National Parks PhotoXperiences
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www.touzonphoto.com
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To be a great photographer, just be free: Free from preconceptions and influences, find your own voice and enjoy the creative process. Never, ever expect to get a great picture out of every situation, just enjoy the moment and the ride. It is not the same to know the path as to walk the path and while in it always be true to the three “P’s”: Passion, Patience, and Perseverance. Eventually they will lead you to the fourth one, Perfection. As for me I prefer to stay on the path rather that achieving perfection.
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PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS Raul Touzon is a Cuban-born documentary and underwater photographer who specializes in making images that convey what he refers to as “The Eternity of a Moment.” RAUL TOUZON is documentary and underwater photographer who specializes in making images that convey what he refers as to “The Eternity of a Moment”. Raul has traveled extensively building a collection of dramatic photographs that have been featured in many publications including: Time Magazine, US News, The New York Times, National Geographic Traveler and the National Geographic Magazine
and teaching his workshops around the world as well as for National Geographic Expeditions. His images are represented by the National Geographic Creative, Getty Images and Corbis. His list of clients includes the US National Park Service, Apple Computers, and the United Nations for which he documented their operations in Sudan.
Raul has printed two landscape books: Visions of my World (2012) and Journeys For over a decade Raul has been a full (2013). Some of the images in these time educator and instructor producing books have been auctioned by Christies. 4
With National Geographic Photographer Raul Touzon
Raul will guide you in creating unique images. We have several photography workshops that will provide you with a learning experience in some of the most unique places.
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Join Raul Touzon, National Geographic Photographer
Intermediate: Learning how
We have several photography workshops We offer photography workshops that support participants of all levels
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Raul is a strong believer in continued education and for your reference, currently teaches three different kinds of workshops:
to use color, light, and composition to create outstanding images. Each day starts by editing and reviewing each other's photographs. Visual lectures and demonstrations cover digital camera settings, accurate metering and exposure, and the rules of composition. Another important component of this workshop is its focus on the artistic use of light, with special emphasis on basic flash techniques. A final lecture on the basics of editing and sequencing your work rounds up the learning experience.
Advanced: This is an intense but
enjoyment-focused workshop to learn how to use flash to photograph nature, people, and everyday life. Students practice fill flash, remote flash operation (single and multiple units), and ways to apply different light sources to produce stunning images. In addition to mastering flash, students learn how to present their work through editing, seqencing, and developing a story. 7
You will learn how to use color, light, and composition to create outstanding images.
Landscape Beyond Postcards: In this workshop students learn how to produce stunning and unique landscapes that will reflect their personal vision of our planet. There is special emphasis on the use of flash to help in the creative process, as well as the production and postproduction of panoramas. Visit our workshop galleries to view images created during our workshops.
In Raul's workshops, each day starts by editing and reviewing each other's photographs. Visual lectures and demonstrations cover digital camera settings, accurate metering and exposure, and the rules of composition. Another important component is the focus on the artistic use of light, with special emphasis on flash techniques. Lectures on basics of editing and sequencing your works rounds up the learning experience.
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Visual Storytelling: Undertaking visual storytelling is one of the most difficult disciplines in photography. Having the ability to shoot 15 or 20 strong and solid pictures of the same theme to illustrate a story requires a specific skill set only a few possess. These few are part of National Geographic, Magnum and other agencies that specialize in this type of photography. The way I would approach a story would be as if I am going to build a house in the wild. I would need to go out and gather as many raw materials as I can find and then use only the ones I need and thereafter build the house the way I like. I would go out and shoot these pictures, go over the images I have collected and tell a story based on what I have. The process of editing and sequencing is even harder and more important. Selecting the right images and placing them in the right order so they flow and tell a story is 50% of the process. I would be able to tell the story in different ways based on the sequence of these images. These workshops are designed to teach students how to select their best images and to sequence them to tell a compelling story about the place they are visiting. Each day photos are analyzed in very much detail and the best ones are selected. As we progress, images are organized/sequenced for a final presentation.
Raul, Thank you again for the opportunity to visit and experience your country, amazing place with so many shortages but exuberant with happiness, beautiful people, great music, food and incredible photographic opportunities, I have never been to a place where people were so helpful and willing to be photographed, it really made our experience very easy, also it was incredibly safe, despite that they saw us carrying all the equipment that was worth more than what they make in a year. It really exceeded my already great expectations about this trip, and finally thanks for your advice and critiques, it makes this experience all around a wonderful and gratifying journey and to return home with new skills and making me to look forward to the next one. Gracias por todo, amigo! Daniel
Thank you Raul for your generosity of time and spirit, it was greatly appreciated Best, Andrea
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EASTER IN ANTIGUA, GUATEMALA
VIEW OUR VIDEO This will be my sixth year running this workshop, which combines classroom sessions, edits and critiques with magnificent shooting opportunities. You can basically shoot round the clock if you so wish, with special access to some events.
One on the most intense and meaningful workshops I teach is Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala APRIL 15 TO APRIL 21, 2014 MARCH 31 TO APRIL 6, 2015
Holy Week in Antigua Guatemala is widely recognized as the most stunning religious celebrations in the world. From the countless brotherhood processions, starting with the Merced children’s on Holy Wednesday to the famous Escuela de Cristo procession on Friday night, the myriad of events is mind blowing. Before each procession, streets are adorned with handcrafted sawdust carpets. This is an extraordinary rewarding experience, which you will never forget, a journey that will connect you with the spirit of the people, art of the culture, and nature of the place.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE SIGN UP NOW We shoot the preparations and processions of the five major Brotherhoods: La Merced, Escuela de Cristo, San Francisco, San Cristobal and San
visual lectures and demonstrations cover no only the storytelling aspects, but the use of the creative process and key techniques to create stunning imagery. With Raul’s guidance, each participant will deFelipe. All these institutions have multiple velop his/her individual story and at the processions during the week, so in reality end it will be featured at the class show. you will be shooting 9 major events. One of my favorite shoots is when the processions cross at night in front of the Cathedral, the smoke, the candles, the floats, what a wonderful combination. This workshop focuses on learning how to effectively convey a compelling story with pictures – from image capture, to editing, and finally to sequencing the photographs in a cohesive way. Highly PACKAGE PRICE: $ 2 395 Includes 6 nights of single accommodations at the Meson de Maria Hotel, three blocks away from the Cathedral, you can basically walk EVERYWHERE in Antigua Guatemala. All breakfasts, two dinners and transportation to and from the Guatemala City airport is also included. Doesn’t include airfare to/from Guatemala. This workshop is limited to 10 participants.
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OAXACA - DAY OF THE DEAD
Join us in capturing the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead, one of Mexico’s most Time-honored holidays
Not only I lived in Mexico for six years, but also I have been photographing Day of the Dead for over ten. Over that period I have experienced the celebrations in the state of Michoacán, Guanajuato and Oaxaca. My last 5-Day’s of Dead I have spent in Oaxaca; as for me is the most stunning and eclectic celebration of them all. In the process I have met many families and made many friends who open their homes and their hearts to us. A good example is the Lavida family; our 4am date at the Atzompa graveyard has become a tradition. We sit down in the middle of this sea of candles, and pay homage to their departed. Last year we had breakfast at their house.
Join us in capturing the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead, one of Mexico’s most time-honored holidays, during the 6th year of this special workshop. Get immersed in parades of costumed children, seas of flickering candles in the graveyards, and the sweet fragrance of ceOCTOBER 28 TO NOVEMBER 4, 2014 mpasúchil, the so-called “flower of the dead.” Photograph the stunning street
VIEW OUR VIDEO VISIT OUR WEBSITE SIGN UP NOW dances of the Etla Valley, the expressively painted faces of young and old, and timeless rituals against the evocative backdrops of graveyards, village homes, and ancient ruins. This is not a tour, this is an intense photography workshop with over 15 shoots and daily lectures, edits and critiques designed not only to make you a better photographer but to also enable you to produce stunning imagery and beautiful memories to take home. We will cover the creative use of camera settings, master composition, off camera flash and edit and sequence, the basic building blocks of visual storytelling. This is a powerful experience full of wonderful and intimate
moments, we will take you to the right places at the right times. This is not only the best value, but also the best team with deep knowledge of the culture and this celebration. Limited to 10 participants
PACKAGE PRICE: $ 2 695 Price includes hotel accommodations for seven nights at the beautiful Hostal de La Noria, two blocks away from the Zocaco, all breakfasts, lunches, and three group dinners plus all transportation for the excursions. Price is per person, SINGLE occupancy. Airport transfers and airfare from/to your home cities are not included. 14
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HAVANA - CUBA, A visual journey with Raul Touzon
VIEW OUR VIDEO There is a theory that anyone can make at least one good picture, but telling a story with multiple images is one of the greatest challenges for any photographer. Havana is a fascinating city where stories appear on every street corner.
February 2015
THIS IS OUR FIFTH TRIP TO HAVANA
Our days are spent exploring the city, living its culture and meeting its gracious people. We travel together in small groups with Raul and our Cuban photographers in the lead to provide hands-on support and advice. This is not a tour, this is a journey of deep immersion in to all the aspects that make this city and this culture great: music, art, food, sports, religion and amazing sights. This is a journey of interaction and exploration of people’s souls, of meeting citizens that have made a difference in their community. With over 10 years of leading international trips, Raul takes you into a visual journey of his country, nothing is left to chance, and there is no better or more
VISIT OUR WEBSITE SIGN UP NOW complete experience than this. This program is part of a cultural exchange sponsored by Cuba Cultural Travel in association with Raul Touzon Photography.
and discover Havana through photography. For the still photographer, Cuba is a dream. From the faded colonial splendor of Havana to picturesque rural landscapes to the people themselves, Cuba presents Cuba Cultural Travel is authorized by the a myriad of colors, themes and moods. United States Treasury Department to operate people-to- people tours in Cuba. These specialized tours are an effort by the Obama administration to foster understanding between the people of the United States and Cuba. These programs are designed in a way that will encourage interaction and shared experiences. Raul Touzon Photography and Fototeca de Cuba bring their expertise to enhance the cultural exchange between America and Cuba and enable our groups to explore
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• $ 3,750 per person in Double • $ 4,150 per person in Single Limited to 14 participants 16
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ICELAND – THE ISLE OF THE VIKINGS
VIEW OUR VIDEO OCTOBER 5 TO OCTOBER 12, 2014
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We will be spending 3 days in Reykjavikas as well as 4 days on the Southern Coast. This country has the most amazing scenery I have ever seen, every corner, every turn is stunning. We will visit stunning waterfalls, glaciers, the beautiful cliffs and rugged Icelandic coast, volcanoes and thermal pools. Every site is and will take your breath away. I have moved this trip to beginning of October to have better weather and more hours of shooting. I have included new places including the Snaefellsness Peninsula and the Jokulsarlon Ice Lagoon. I have also added and extra day and night to the itinerary without increasing the price.
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PACKAGE PRICE: $ 3,495 Includes 8 days/7 nights of accommodation, inland transportation, all breakfasts, and 2 dinners. Excludes airfare to Iceland and transfer from/to airport.
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ISTANBUL
OCTOBER 19 TO OCTOBER 25, 2014 Explore one of the older cities in the world photographing this extraordinary place full of history and amazing cultural sights. The program is designed to experience every aspect that makes this metropolis one of the top photographic destinations in the world. We will stay in the Sultanahmet area walking distance from all the major sites.
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PACKAGE PRICE: $ 3,895 Includes 7 days/6 nights of accommodation, inland transportation, all breakfasts, and 2 dinners. Excludes airfare to Turkey and transfer from/to airport.
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YOSEMITE, MUIR WOODS & POINT REYES, CA JANUARY 24 TO JANUARY 30, 2015 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 6 PRICE: $ 1,895
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP NATIONAL PARKS PHOTOXPERIENCES Almost three years ago I started visiting and scouting some of the best National Parks in the US, devoting a lot of time to develop photographic routes with in each venue that were stunning and accessible. The result is a series of photographic trips based on schedules that will allow people to shoot the best locations with-in each park at the best time of year, with the best light. Every day we go at least twice to photograph, early morning, before the sun is out and afternoon until we get those beautiful star shots. EVERYTHING has been taken in consideration, angle of the sun, phases of the moon etc.…these PhotoXperiences are designed to get THE BEST POSSIBLE PICTURE. Most of the trips will include one on one edit and critique sessions as well tips on how to shoot stunning landscapes.
ZION & BRYCE, UT FEBRUARY 15 TO FEBRUARY 22, 2015 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 7 PRICE: $ 1,695
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The other advantage is the small groups; I never take more than 5 participants to these adventures.
Most of the imagery featured in my book, “Visions of My World” come from these trips Price includes single accommodation, local transportation, and tuition. Not included, airfare, transportation to or from the airport or to the hotel, and food
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DEATH VALLEY & VALLEY OF FIRE, CA, NV APRIL 19 TO APRIL 25, 2015 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 6 PRICE: $ 1,695
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BOSQUE DEL APACHE & WHITE SANDS, NM
YELLOWSTONE & GRAND TETONS, ID, MT, WY
JANUARY 2016 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 6
APRIL 28 TO MAY 5, 2014 MARCH 8 TO MARCH 15, 2015 APRIL 27 TO MAY 4, 2015
PRICE: $ 1,695
NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 7
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PRICE: $ 1,845
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CANYONLAND, ARCHES, MONUMENT VALLEY & ANTELOPE PASS JUNE 27 TO JULY 6, 2014 JUNE 15 TO JUNE 24, 2015 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 9 PRICE: $ 1,995 *Add $ 1,000 for single occupancy
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COAST OF MAINE, ACADIA OCTOBER 12 TO OCTOBER 18, 2015 NUMBER OF NIGHTS: 6 PRICE: $ 1,695
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