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CANADIAN ROCKIES

Canadian Rockies PHOTOGRAPHIC COUNSEL

Photo Tour

Experience One Of the World’s Most Remarkable Landscapes

30 September - 10 October 2019 With Peter Eastway & Tony Hewitt AIPP Grand Masters of Photography

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Weather System, Banff Last trip, we were literally caught in a storm that passed through, but straight after dinner we had the best dessert ever: an amazing light and cloud show over the surrounding peaks. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Five Lakes, Jasper People will look at these colours and ask, ‘Really’? And the answer is YES. The colours along the Icefields Parkway have to be seen to be believed. Photo: Peter Eastway

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Is This The Most Amazing Road In The World?

The Icefields Parkway, Rocky Mountains, Canada. If not, it must be close!

In 2017, Tony Hewitt and Peter Eastway took a

You’ll get in touch with your artistic side!

Phase One Digital Artist Series workshop through

Transportation is via a private, temperature

the Rocky Mountains and the Icefields Parkway

controlled, 24-seat mini bus with a dedicated

with the help of David Gaiz and Photo Nomads

driver. We plan to be up for sunrise and out for

Travel. They were so impressed they vowed to do

sunset whenever possible – and some of the loca-

it again – and you can join them in September/

tions are simply breathtaking!

October 2019.

This will not be a Phase One PODAS workshop,

It’s only a relatively short stretch of road, but

(although we can organise a Phase One outfit for

the Icefields Parkway between Calgary and Jasper

you to use for a nominal fee, just let us know). The

will blow your minds as it weaves in and out of

Canadian Rockies Photo Tour is open for all levels

alpine valleys, surrounded by towering peaks and,

of experience (bring your partners too) and with

who knows, we could get fresh snowfalls and

a maximum of 12 photographers, it’s a very high

some awesome autumn colours!

teacher-to-student ratio with plenty of opportu-

The photo tour includes photography shoots

nity for learning and improving.

every day, but also offered is classroom time (in

There are lots of photo tours around, but how

the middle of the day when the light’s not so

many have two AIPP Grand Masters of Photogra-

good) for post-production and assistance with

phy to lead and instruct you?

the creative side of photography. Not only will

So, don’t miss this great opportunity to double

you take some of the most amazing landscapes of

your enjoyment – an incredible landscape itiner-

your life, you’ll learn how to interpret and process

ary and highly experienced photo tour leaders as

them too.

well.

Canadian Rockies PhotoTour 2019 30 September to 10 October 2019 10 days/10 nights – US$8995.

Bookings by email or phone Kim at kim@betterphotography.com (02) 4388 6851.

Jasper’s Lakes The red trees are actually dying trees, but they make a great contrast to the greens and yellows of a fall landscape. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Floating Rock A long shutter speed lets the flowing river blur around what appears to be a precariously perched rock atop Athabasca Falls. Photo: Peter Eastway.

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Are Dead Trees Cool?

We think so! Medicine Lake had a fire along its banks a few years ago and it created some amazing abstract patterns. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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The Itinerary - US$8995 Day 1 (September 30th, 2019)

Day 5 (October 4th, 2019)

Trip Begins in Calgary

Lake Louise

• Orientation meeting (afternoon / evening)

• Sunrise shooting at Moraine Lake (dependent on

• Conference room with projector and screen for

road being open)

intro presentations

• Larch Valley Hike – from Moraine Lake, hike into

• Dinner at our hotel

area with Larch trees, will take up most of the day. We’ll bring a picnic lunch (dependent on road

Day 2 (October 1st, 2019)

being open)

Calgary to Banff

• Rest/post processing session in evening, more

• Transfer to Banff

shooting is possible in Yoho or at Morant’s Curve.

• Excursion up to the top of Sulphur

• Dinner at the Railway Station historic restaurant

Mountain for photo shoot.

• Lunch in town

Day 6 (October 5th, 2019)

• Sunset shoot at Banff area location

Lake Louise to Saskatchewan Crossing

• Dinner in town

• Sunrise shoot at Bow Lake or Peyto Lake • Breakfast at Num Ti Jah Lodge (the ghost might

Day 3 (October 2nd, 2019)

still be in the window!)

Banff

• Morning shooting at Bow Lake or Peyto Lake

• Sunrise shooting – Vermilion Lakes

• Shooting along the Icefields Parkway

• Morning shooting and hike to Johnston Canyon

• Lunch at the Crossing Resort

• Free time for rest or Banff exploration

• Rest time, informal post processing time, addi-

• Lunch in town

tional shooting along parkway in afternoon

• Afternoon shooting at local Banff locations,

• Dinner at the Crossing Resort

depending on weather opportunities • Dinner in town

Day 7 (October 6th, 2019) Saskatchewan Crossing to Jasper

Day 4 (October 3rd, 2019)

• OPTIONAL/EXTRA COST Early morning helicopter

Banff to Lake Louise

flights out of Cline (weather dependent, could

• Transfer to Lake Louise

also flex to previous afternoon as an additional

• Sunrise shooting at Lake Louise

chance to fly).

• Post-processing session at the hotel

• Drive the Icefield’s Parkway, shooting at leisure

• Included lunch

on the way to Jasper

• Afternoon/sunset shooting in Yoho National Park

• Included picnic lunch along Icefield’s Parkway or

(Emerald Lake, Takkakaw Falls, Natural Bridge)

lunch at Glacier Centre

and/or Morant’s Curve (location where the train

• Evening/sunset shooting on the north end of the

goes by), weather depending.

parkway or around Jasper

• Dinner at the Outpost Pub

• Dinner at Olive in town

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Day 8 (October 7th, 2019) Jasper • Sunrise shoot at Patricia Lake • Post processing session at the hotel • Lunch in town • Afternoon hike and shooting at the Valley of the 5 Lakes (easy walking) • Evening/sunset shooting on North end of parkway – Athabasca Falls • Dinner in town Day 9 (October 8th, 2019) Jasper • Sunrise shoot • Free time to explore Jasper/rest • Post processing session at the hotel • Lunch in town • Afternoon trip to Medicine Lake (dead trees) and Maligne Lake (boat cruise) – The boat cruise is dependent on the weather and boat operator still running cruises this late in the year, but Medicine Lake is always there!

• Dinner at Downstream Day 10 (October 9th, 2019) Jasper to Calgary • Sunrise shoot • Transfer to Calgary via Icefields Parkway – stopping to shoot as we are inspired!

• Lunch in transit (Lake Louise, Banff or other location along drive) • Dinner in Calgary at the Cactus Club • Farewell drinks Day 11 (October 10th, 2019)

Morraine Lake

Farewell

We’re hoping for a little more sunshine this

• Final farewells in the morning before everyone

time at Morraine Lake, but we do love the

heads off

cloudy, moody atmosphere that a storm creates! Photo: Peter Eastway

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Inclusions In keeping with our road trip adventure, accommodation is in comfortable, clean lodgings.

In addition, Photonomads Travel is providing our Photographic Counsel with: • Comfortable Transportation • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners • Park Entrance Fees • Gondola ride up to Sulphur Mountain • Ferry ride on Maligne Lake (season permitting).

We are also arranging a helicopter flight with doors off, but as not everyone is keen about flying, we’re leaving a spot in the itinerary for the flight and it will be available at an additional price, weather and flying conditions permitting.

Departing Storm While you might be praying for sunny weather, we’re actually hoping we get a storm front at some stage during the week to create photo opportunities like this. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Another Clearing Storm A 10x ND filter on a telephoto lens allowed the clouds at sunset to create an interesting swirl. Banff. Photo: Peter Eastway

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Why Do So Many Participants Return?

There are lots of photography tours and photography workshops. Many of these are presented by friends and colleages of Peter and Tony - and there’s no doubt their guests and students have a great time.

But often there is a difference with the photography side.

There is only a small number of highly qualified photographers who are not only sociable and friendly, but have a depth of photography experience and knowledge that separates their tuition from the others. It’s not just about knowing ‘stuff’, it’s about having the real-world experiences, of working in the profession, of exhibiting in the art world, and of being able to communicate and share this knowledge with others.

Obviously we’re not the only presenters who know their stuff.

We work with and recommend Christian Fletcher, Nick Rains, David Oliver, Les Walkling, Michael Coyne, Len Metcalf, Richard White, Mike Langford, Jackie Ranken, Nick Melidonis, Robin Nichols...

And Peter and Tony, of course!

These photographers have a depth of knowledge that becomes immediately apparent when you engage with them. They are not ‘know-it-alls’, but they do know all about it and so they’re able to present the many different and varied views for your consideration. It’s a skill for passing on their skills.

All in a friendly and approachable manner.

And we’re told by the photographers who return with us for their third, fourth and fifth workshops that it makes a huge difference.

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What Level Photographer Do I Need To Be? To get the most out of this workshop, you should be a reasonably experienced photographer. By this we mean you should have a good grasp of your camera controls, understand how to use the histogram, and be interested in the aesthetics of photography.

Naturally, we will help you with all aspects of your photography, but you can learn basic photography on other trips that are less expensive.

What Peter and Tony are offering is an insight into how they think and approach the art of photography, and the program is designed to set you up on your own journey of discovery. Hence, to get the most out of it, you should already be familiar with your camera and basic post-production (Photoshop or Lightroom).

Then you will be ready to take on board the more advanced concepts and approaches that are a part of the art of photography.

5 Lakes There is an easy walking trail around 5 Lakes near Jasper. We allowed a couple of hours last trip but this time, we want to spend much more time exploring this area! Photo: Peter Eastway.

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Peter Eastway G.M. Photog., FNZIPP, Hon FAIPP, HFNZIPP, FAIPP Sydney-based photographer Peter Eastway is a Grand Master of Photography and a two time winner of the AIPP Australian Professional Photographer of the Year. Known best for his landscape and travel photography, he has worked in most areas of the profession and also loves sport, studio still life, portraiture and wildlife.

Peter is the editor and publisher of Better Photography magazine and website, a position that has given him special access to many of the world’s leading photographers over the past 30 years. His ability to communicate both the technical and aesthetic sides of photography makes him a sought after speaker on the international circuit.

Peter was the chairman of the Australian Professional Photography Awards for many years and is still involved in all aspects of photography competitions, both as a judge and an active participant. He judges and speaks internationally on a regular basis.

Peter’s work has been published internationally in photographic magazines (USA, UK, Japan, Germany, Greece, New Zealand and Australia). He was also the author of the Lonely Planet’s Guide to Landscape Photography. His photography has recently featured on the cover of the Lonely Planet’s guide to Australia, in articles in the Qantas inflight magazine, on an Australian postage stamp, and in an Apple television commercial. And he has worked with Phase One researching and promoting its high-end medium format cameras and Capture One raw processing software.

He works with Canon, Nikon, Fujifilm and Phase One camera systems.

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Tony Hewitt G.M. Photog., FNZIPP, FAIPP, Hon. FAIPP Tony is a Grand Master of Photography of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP). He is also an Honorary Fellow of the AIPP and a Fellow of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography.

Tony is the current Chairman of the AIPP Australian Professional Photography Awards (APPA).

Tony’s career highlights feature over 150 state, national and international photography awards. In September 2013, Tony was awarded the prestigious title of Canon AIPP Australian Professional Photographer of the Year, and in the same year received the New Zealand Overseas Photographer of the Year, the Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year and the Western Australian Landscape Photographer of the Year.

Tony was also invited to be a Core Artist at the 2013 Ballarat International Foto Biennali. He was Western Australian Professional Photographer of the Year in 2004 and also in 1994.

Tony Hewitt’s photographic journey has seen him explore the genres of portrait, landscape, wedding and fine art photography. He has exhibited around the world and has judged photography competitions internationally.

With a passion for people, places and pictures, and an instinctive sense of the moment, Tony brings a unique combination of creative skills, award winning photographic vision and simple creativity.

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What is an AIPP Grand Master?

DESIGNATION: G. M. Photog.

cent or higher (a Silver Award), two award points for 90 per cent or higher (a Gold Award). There are

The Grand Master of Photography is awarded by

also Silver with Distinction Awards for scores of

the AIPP and is earned through the Canon AIPP

85-89, and Gold with Distinction for scores of 95-

Australian Professional Photography Awards sys-

100, but these receive the same Award points.

tem. Photographers enter up to four prints each

A member of the AIPP can earn their Associate-

year, which are scored by a panel of five experi-

ship by accumulating five Award points in a four

enced professional photographers.

year period.

An Award point is earned for a score of 80 per

The next step is Master of Photography, requir-

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Medicine Lake Here are some more dead trees, but with a splash of colour that seems to do the trick!

Photo: Peter Eastway.

ing a further 10 Award points in a five year period.

(85 or higher). Given very few photographers earn

Photographers who continue to enter the

more than four Award points each year, it takes

Canon AIPP APP Awards can gain Bars for their

not only a considerable time to earn the Grand

Master of Photography, each Bar requiring an

Master of Photography distinction, but a consis-

extra 10 Award points.

tently high standard of work as well.

However to achieve the status of Grand Master

There are currently around 20 AIPP Grand Mas-

of Photography, at least 65 full Award points are

ters of Photography.

needed, including at least five Gold Awards (90 per cent or higher) and ten Silvers with Distinction

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Equipment For The Workshop Neither Tony nor Peter are equipment snobs! Yes,

Chec k list Here’s an incomplete list of some of the things you may need.

Camera Stu ff • DSLR camera recommended (or medium format if you have it, of course).

they use professional equipment, but that’s their full time job.

• Standard zoom - cover everything • Wide-angles - as wide as you have

So, whether you turn up with the latest DSLR or an older camera you’ve loved for many years, it really doesn’t matter. Our workshops are all about technique and visualisation, so any camera equipment you have will be fine. We will help you get the most out of it! And of course, we’re also happy to give you any equipment advice you might require.

• Telephoto - 300mm is not too long • Macro lens - lots of close-up stuff • Spare camera battery • Battery Charger • Backpack style camera bag • Tripod (with a quick release plate) • Plenty of storage cards for your camera • Polarising filter • Neutral density filters (0.9x, 4.0x optional)

We do recommend you bring everything you think you might need, but not so much you can’t carry it with you. You will be able to leave equipment behind in the hotels or cars if you don’t want to take it on a particular shoot, but note that leaving equipment in the vehicle while we are away has some risk!

• Card reader and cable if necessary • Laptop computer (Mac or PC) • External back-up drives • Photoshop is recommended • Mouse or stylus/tablet •

Clo th in g Stu ff • Hiking boots • Thermal layers • Windproof, rain proof coat • Down coat or similar • Warm hat and gloves • Water bottle • Torch or head torch • Alarm clock (we can’t wait!)

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PRICES AND BOOKINGS

The Canadian Rockies Photo Tour / Photographic Counsel tour, 30 September -10 October 2019, is being arranged through Pt 78 Pty Ltd (Better Photography Magazine) for Peter Eastway and Tony Hewitt by Photo Nomads and David Gaiz.

The itinerary is subject to change to accommodate local conditions and opportunities.

You will also need to add in your own travel to and from Calgary, Canada, and perhaps an additional night’s accommodation at either end of the tour.

PRICE The price is US$8995.

The price is payable as follows: 1. A deposit to reserve your place of AUS $475.

2. Final payment of the balance by 1 July 2019 in US $.

The price includes photographic counsel, all transport between ex-Calgary, all accommodation and all main meals.

Alcohol is not included.

RESERVATIONS: Bookings can be made on the Better Photography website at www.betterphotography.com in the online shop, or you can email Kim Valenti at kim@betterphotography.com, or call her on +612 4388 6851.

This tour is limited to a maximum of twelve (12) persons (plus the tour leaders and photography instructors). Trip spaces will be confirmed in order of receipt and upon payment of deposit.

A mininum of six (6) persons is required for the trip to run.

We reserve the right to cancel your booking if payment is not received when due, wherein the Cancellations and Refunds clauses, shall come into effect.

Over the page we have lengthy terms and conditions provided to us by Photo Nomads. As you will read, Photo Nomads is based in the USA, so please don’t be daunted by the terms and conditions. They are similar in scope to our normal terms, just their presentation is a little more lengthy.

Canadian Rockies PhotoTour 2019 30 September to 10 October 2019 10 days/10 nights – US$8995.

Bookings by email or phone Kim at kim@betterphotography.com (02) 4388 6851.

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RISK RELEASE FORM Canadian Rockies Photo Tour Photographic Counsel operated by Pt78 Pty Ltd (including Eastway, Hewitt, Gaiz, Photo Nomads).

Name: Address:

Telephone:

Mobile:

Email: Next of kin:

Contact number of next of kin:

There may be hazards on this workshop and you must follow the instructions of your workshop leaders. Please let your workshop leaders know immediately if you identify hazards. Pt 78 Pty Ltd reserves the right to withdraw any person who in its opinion is likely to endanger themselves or others. Pt 78 Pty Ltd also reserves the right to cancel the workshop if hazards could compromise the safety of any person. Pt 78 Pty Ltd assumes no responsibility for any personal loss, damage or injury.

Please advise us if you have any physical conditions that may affect your safety or enjoyment of your workshop, e.g. asthma, allergies, heart conditions, epilepsy or pregnancy. If you have any food allergies please give details for catering purposes. We will do our best to cater for your needs.

Please list here:

In signing this document I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above safety terms and risk release. Also that I have read and understood the terms and conditions for the workshop in the workshop brochure.

I assume responsibly for myself and my possessions during the workshop.

(If under 18 signature of guardian/parent.)

Full name: Signature:

Date:

I give Better Photography permission to use photos taken on the workshop that include me and/or use written quotes made or provided by me on the website and in promotional material.

Yes ❏ No ❏ With my prior permission ❏ Pt78 Pty Ltd - Better Photography - ABN 75 003 152 136 PO Box 351, Collaroy Beach NSW 2097, Australia T: 02 4388 6851 F: 02 4388 6852 E: kim@betterphotography.com W: www.betterphotography.com

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS These terms and conditions relate to the photography workshops organised by Pt 78 Pty Ltd [Pt78], ABN 75 003 152 136, trading as Better Photography, and run by Peter Eastway and Tony Hewitt, the workshop leaders.

PHOTONOMAD’S T&C In registering for, or booking one of the Gaiz Travel and Creative, LLC t/a Photo Nomads, being arranged

by Peter Eastway, Tony Hewitt and Pt 78 Pty Ltd (referred to herein as “Photo Nomads”, “we” or “us”) products (i.e. trips, tours, workshops, classes, adventures, or other events) you (referred to herein as “you” or “Client”) are agreeing to accept all of the terms and conditions provided herein. You understand that there are inherent risks associated with your participation with our products, and your registration serves as a release of liability against Photo Nomads, including your assumption of all risks, including but not limited to injury, illness, death, loss, damage to any personal property you bring on our trips.

Responsibilities of Photo Nomads 1. Your reservation On receipt of your deposit, subject to availability and at our discretion, Photo Nomads will reserve your place on your selected trip. A contract is only made between you and us upon your booking being confirmed and accepted by us, and our communication thereof to either you or your booking representative.

2. Price Guarantee Trip prices are based on costs, tariffs, taxes, charges, levies and exchange rates as of May 31, 2018. Should these change, the price of your trip may increase.

If the total price increases by more than 10%, you may cancel, without penalty within 3 days after we notify you of the increase. Except as explained below, we will not increase the price of your trip after we receive your full deposit for your trip. In exchange for this guarantee, no refund will be made if the cost factors described above are reduced. We reserve the right to recover from any increases in cruise line imposed fuel surcharges and in taxes, charges or levies imposed by any government or its agencies.

3. If we cancel or change your trip 3.1 Photo Nomads reserves the right to change or cancel any trip departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control.

3.2 If a cancellation is made any time prior to the

tour departure, Photo Nomads’ only liability will be to refund the passenger the amount it has received for the booking. Photo Nomads will try and re-book the same or a similar trip. Photo Nomads is not liable for any changes, amendment or cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements purchased separately.

3.3 If an alternative trip is not available or acceptable you will be entitled to either a full refund of monies paid by you to us or transfer to another Photo Nomads trip without payment of any transfer fee.

Please note: the departure date constitutes the date indicated on the invoice provided by Photo Nomads.

If you do not join the trip on the day of departure then cancellation fees will be 100%.

3.4 If the change or cancellation is due to force majeure (i.e. circumstances like political unrest, war or threat of war, riots, civil strife, closure of airports or ports, industrial dispute, terrorist activity, natural and nuclear disasters, fire, epidemic or health risk, Acts of God, adverse weather conditions or other similar events beyond Photo Nomads’ control) we will give a full refund of any monies paid to us less reasonable expenses incurred by us in respect of your booking.

3.5 Photo Nomads is not responsible for the costs of any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations or rescheduling of any tour departure.

4. Trip Details and Conditions 4.1 The information in any print materials we distribute is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of going to print but we cannot guarantee that any item or amenity mentioned will be available, especially when we have no direct control over it.

4.2 With respect to Photo Nomads’ photo trips, tours, workshops and classes, Photo Nomads will do our best, at our discretion to select accommodations, activities and transportation to give you good value for your money.

4.3 Photo Nomads constantly strives to improve trip itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary, we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels, activities and transportation. Photo Nomads is not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

4.4 Any special meal requirements will be made on a request basis only. You agree to provide us with adequate advance notice of such requests. Photo Nomads cannot guarantee special meal requests nor will assume any responsibility or liability if client’s special meal requests are not fulfilled.

4.5 Photo Nomads’ will make every attempt to ac-

curately communicate through our website, social media outlets, phone & email communication who the staff members will be on each given workshop, class, tour or trip. Photo Nomads reserves the right to change staff members at our discretion, even after a participant has registered for a trip with specific advertised staff members. If staff members change, no refunds will be given as all of our staff members are thoroughly vetted to ensure each participant on each trip receives the same levels of customer service and instruction.

5. Liability 5.1 Photo Nomads sole responsibility is to take reasonable steps to properly arrange and conduct your trip.

5.2 As a tour operator, Photo Nomads makes arrangements with carriers, hotels, and other independent suppliers to provide you with some or all of the travel services you purchase. These parties are independent suppliers over whom Photo Nomads has no direct control. Unless caused by its own negligence, Photo Nomads is not responsible for and accepts no liability in respect of any claims, losses, damages, costs or expenses arising out of: a) personal injury, sickness, disease, accident or death, however caused, including without limitation, where same results from your conduct on our trips. b) loss or damage to or delay of baggage or other property unless resulting from Photo Nomads’ negligence in which case Photo Nomads’ liability shall be limited to the actual loss but in no event would exceed the total trip cost; c) delays and loss as a result of government action, weather, mechanical terrorism, Acts of God or any other causes beyond Photo Nomads’ direct control.

Photo Nomads cannot be responsible for interruption of air carrier service due to airline default. d) acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise, of suppliers of services or their personnel (including, without limitation, transportation and accommodation services) or of any other person or body unless such a person or body is her authority. In no event is Photo Nomads liable for the acts or omissions of independent third party contractors or of its own employees or agents acting outside the scope of their duties. e) loss of enjoyment, upset, disappointment, distress or frustration whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: i) any matter or topic described in sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) inclusive above.; ii) your failure to obtain the necessary documentation and/or authorizations to travel;

CANADIAN ROCKIES iii) your failure to arrive on time for initial departure or for connections within the tour or to stay within or join your tour at any time after initial departure; iv) your leaving the tour prior to its completion; v) The need for Photo Nomads to change itineraries or substitute accommodations or services, provided that Photo Nomads makes every effort to supply the most comparable services and accommodations available; vi) cancellation of the trip by Photo Nomads provided that a full refund of all monies paid is made to you; vii) many of our activities are action and adventure orientated. Sports and similar activities inherently involve risks of injury greater than those that would be encountered if you were not participating in such, and therefore, by voluntarily taking part in any sports or other such activities, you thereby acknowledge and assume any of the risks inherent therein. In the absence of negligence on our part, neither we nor anyone acting on our behalf accept any responsibility for, and shall not be liable for, any injury, illness, damage, loss, accident, expense, delay or any other

certain disclosures made to us by our employees, that all of our employees enjoy excellent health, we, like other tour operators, are legally unable to confirm this in most, if not all, instances.

irregularity resulting from your participation in any of the activities made available to you; viii) we take every reasonable precaution possible to assure your comfort, safety and enjoyment while you are taking part in a Photo Nomads trip. Photo Nomads’ trips are generally not for those who are frail or those not generally enjoying good health.

A change of climate, food, time and varied cultural habits often affects travelers differently. We therefore recommend that you advise your doctor that you are taking one of our trips and ask if he or she recommends anything for your trip, even for something as seemingly benign as an upset stomach. Since the brands of medication to which you are accustomed may be unavailable in places to which you are traveling, we recommend you bring your own supply of any medication you will require and carry such medication in your hand luggage. Prescription drugs should be carried in the original labeled bottles.

Should you fall ill during your Photo Nomads trip, we will make every reasonable effort to make prompt, sanitary, safe and proper medical care available to you. However, if at anytime or anywhere treatments of any sort are suggested to you that do not meet your needs or expectations, you should not hesitate to contact your own doctor. Also, please note that the same sorts of activities that can expose you to certain types of diseases at home can just as easily expose you to those same diseases abroad. This information is provided only for your convenience and we are not responsible or liable for any damages resulting from your failure to confirm or ascertain

will provide you a third-party authorization form that must be completely filled out and received by Photo Nomads before payment can be received. Deposits and trip payments can be made by personal cheque in certain situations. Contact with the Photo Nomads corporate office (via Better Photography website and Kim Valenti – kim@betterphotography.com) in writing is required for payment by personal check.

6.2 Your trip reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-transferrable, non-refundable deposit that may vary based on trip type or itinerary. In the event that a booking contains more than 1 passenger, a deposit will be required for each passenger on the booking.

health information or medical precaution, if any, for the places which you will be visiting; ix) With you in mind, we have accepted applications from and interviewed numerous potential employees, and then we select only those people whom we believe in our best judgment would be responsible and congenial trip leaders and instructors. Although we firmly believe, based on personal interviews and

be emailed to the passenger at no additional charge or passenger can pay a service fee for expedited shipping costs of physical documents.

7.5 Photo Nomads reserves the right to cancel the booking and apply cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.

7.6 Travel documents will be sent to you approxi-

Your Responsibilities as a Client of Photo Nomads 6. Booking Your Trip 6.1 In order to reserve your vacation, a deposit or the full amount payable if booking is made within 60 days of departure, must be submitted to Photo Nomads (via the Better Photography website and/or the instructions at the beginning of these terms and conditions) by you in respect of that trip. Deposits may vary between different trip types or itineraries.

This payment is in addition to any deposit required by any booking agent you utilize. The deposit is accepted as a first installment of the trip price by Photo Nomads only once the booking has been confirmed in writing by Photo Nomads or your travel agent. If paying by a third-party credit card Photo Nomads

7. Paying The Balance 7.1 The balance of the trip price must be paid by no later than 120 days before your scheduled trip departure date, which shall be by the due date stated on the confirmation issued to you by Photo Nomads.

7.2 If payment isn’t made by the due date, Photo Nomads may assume that you have cancelled and cancellation charges in accordance with the Refund & Cancellation Policy will be levied by Photo Nomads.

7.3 Tickets and other documents for your trip won’t be forwarded until full payment has been received

by Photo Nomads.

7.4 In the case of Late Bookings made within 120 days of your departure, the full cost of the trip will be payable immediately on booking. Documents can

mately 21 days prior to tour departure (providing full payment has been received). However, if travel documents are required the next day or earlier than 21 days prior to departure* (providing full payment has been received) a fee will apply.

Bookings made and/or payments received within 30 days of departure* may incur an additional document delivery fee. Any documents delivered outside of the USA or Australia may incur an additional fee. Actual costs will be advised at the time of booking.

8. If You Cancel 8.1 Notice of cancellation must be made in writing directly to Photo Nomads (or via Kim Valenti - kim@ betterphotography.com).

8.2 The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given after booking is confirmed:

Refund & Cancellation Policy If you wish to cancel a trip that you have registered for, the schedule below shows what refunds, if any, you shall be entitled to due to your cancellation.

However, if a trip, tour, class or workshop has a fee schedule, cancellation and/or refund policy listed on the webpage for that trip then that policy will supersede the standard policy: Cancellation more than 150 days prior to trip departure: Full refund of all monies paid, including your deposit, minus any transaction charges.

Cancellation 121-150 days prior to trip departure: Refund of monies paid, minus your deposit, which may be rolled over to another trip, and minus any transaction fees.

Cancellation 91-121 days prior to trip departure: 50% refund of total trip price, (if full trip price has been paid) minus your deposit, which may be rolled over to another trip, and minus any transaction fees Cancellation 61-90 days prior to trip departure: 25% refund of total trip price, (if full trip price has been paid) minus your deposit, which may be rolled over to another trip, and minus any transaction fees.

Cancellation 60 days or less prior to trip departure: No refunds will be given, deposit may be rolled over to another trip at the discretion of Photo Nomads.

8.3 These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by any booking agent used to register. All cancellation policies are subject to change. Final policy will be confirmed at time of booking.

8.4 Please note that Photo Nomads is not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from the purchased trip.

9. If You Change Your Booking 9.1 If after your booking has been confirmed, you wish to change to an alternative departure date or you wish to change to a different Photo Nomads trip you may do so subject to availability.

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10.1 Please read our website (www.betterphotography.com) carefully for those items not included in the price. No allowance or refund can be made for meals, accommodations, activities, transportation, etc. that you elect not to take, or when certain locations are closed for any reason. Hotel facilities may vary from place to place. Meals may vary in style.

10.2 Photo Nomads’ trips are specifically planned for those interested in engaging in photographic activities during the duration of the trip (although

Photo Nomads does not provide personal devices (such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, or prescription eye glasses) or services of a personal nature (such as pushing a wheelchair, or assistance in eating, toileting, or dressing). A companion capable of providing such assistance must accompany any passenger who requires services of a personal nature.

Photo Nomads does not employ medical personnel.

Any necessary medical attention will be provided by a local facility at the passenger’s expense. Photo Nomads is not responsible or liable for any losses or costs incurred as a result of medical services obtained while on tour, or for the quality of the care or services received.

Passengers should be aware some trips include rough terrain, extensive walking over uneven surfaces, uneven pavement, steps and locations which may not be easily accessible, or accessible by wheelchair. During the trip, Photo Nomads may make arrangements with carriers, hotels and other independent entities over which Photo Nomads has no control. Accommodations on international tours may differ from those in the United States or Aus-

non-photographers are welcome to attend).

Consequently, the facilities, activities, schedules on a Photo Nomads trip are not designed for those not engaging in photographic activities. If you have questions regarding the photographic element of our trips, please discuss with a Photo Nomads representative prior to booking.

10.3 By registering for a trip, you understand and acknowledge that group travel involves compromises to accommodate the diversity of the group.

Photo Nomads will not be responsible for any claims of dissatisfaction by participants due to individual needs not being met in a group environment. You understand that in registering for a trip that you are subjecting yourself to interaction with people who may be different to you in personality, gender, race and ideology, and that you in no way will be entitled to any refunds if you do not get along with other members of the group. Photo Nomads does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability (subject to the requirements of the paragraph below) or any other prohibited class.

10.4 Photo Nomads strives to provide a safe, enjoyable and memorable travel experience for all passengers. Photo Nomads welcomes passengers with special needs or disabilities. However, please note the following: Passengers are required to advise Photo Nomads, in advance, of any physical, medical or other special needs that require accommodation. A special needs

tralia. Photo Nomads cannot guarantee disability access or accommodations for passengers traveling on our trips.

Photo Nomads may, in its sole discretion, decline the booking of any passenger or remove any passenger who cannot comply or refuses to comply with Photo Nomads’ terms and conditions. Photo Nomads is not responsible for any costs incurred in the event a passenger is removed from a tour. Passengers agree not to hold Photo Nomads or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these terms and conditions.

10.5 You are responsible for all travel arrangements and costs to/from the point of commencement/conclusion of the trip 10.6 There may be times when the Photo Nomads trip leaders, instructors or representatives have to make a decision in your best interest or the best interest of the group. You agree to comply with the authority and decisions of the appointed Photo Nomads trip leaders, instructors or representatives and the laws of the country in which you are traveling. If you do not so comply or if, in the Photo Nomads trip leader’s, instructor’s or representative’s opinion, you are not compatible with the general enjoyment and well-being of other members on the trip or the smooth operation of the trip itself, we reserve the right to refuse to let you continue with the trip. Photo Nomads does not tolerate the possession or carriage of illegal or restricted substances (drugs, firearms or other weapons,

your own repatriation and related costs and have no claims against us.

10.6.1 You are responsible for any costs incurred as a result of damage or excess cleaning fees related to your accommodations. You are advised to immediately report any pre-existing damage in your room to hotel staff and/or a Photo Nomads representative as soon as it is discovered.

10.7 Where the passenger occupies a vehicle fitted with a safety belt, neither the operator or service providers, agents or co-operating organizations shall be liable for any illness, injury or death or any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of the accident or incident.

10.8 It is your responsibility to have a valid passport and all visas, permits and certificates required for your selected trip before your departure as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws. Photo Nomads is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of failing to obtain necessary visas. Any costs whatsoever regarding obtaining, replacing or changing visas while on a trip (including accommodations, meals, flight and transfers incurred due to associated delays) are at your own expense.

10.9 Photo Nomads will obtain all necessary permits for passengers on tours in relation to photography requirements in specific locations, unless it is expressly written in our documentation, website or conveyed by a representative of Photo Nomads at the time of booking that the passenger is required to obtain specific permits on their own.

10.10 Should you have a complaint in respect to the trip, you should inform the Photo Nomads representative during the course of the trip and if the matter cannot be resolved after the representative’s best endeavors to do so during the trip, your complaint should be made in writing to Photo Nomads as soon as is reasonably possible after the trip, but within 30 days thereof so your complaint can be investigated. Please see our website for contact information and instructions for sending in complaints.

10.11 You agree that our Photo Nomads trip leaders, instructors or representatives may take photographs and films of you while you are on a trip and that these may be used in any of our brochures or on our website or social media streams, or any advertising or publicity material without obtaining any further consent or payment in respect of such photographs and/ or films

form must be completed prior to final payment.

All guests must ensure they are medically and physically fit for travel. Photo Nomads may impose safety requirements necessary for the safe operation of the trip. Photo Nomads may also exclude an individual from participating in a trip or activity if that individual’s participation poses a direct threat to health or safety.

etc.). Furthermore, you agree that your fellow travelers and any Photo Nomads representatives have the right to travel/work in a safe environment. Any threats to their safety, well-being or inappropriate behavior by you, whether verbal or physical will be taken extremely seriously and may result in the immediate termination of your trip. In either event, you will be responsible for

10.11.1 The agreement arising between the passenger and the Operators under this set of terms and conditions and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of the State of California, County of Los Angeles, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of any dispute between the parties.

10.11.2 If any provision of this contract is

9.2 Photo Nomads reserves the right to charge an administrative fee of up to $100 USD per person for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. A change of trip date or trip itinerary within 90 days or less of trip departure will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply except when the change is to an earlier departure date of equivalent or greater value in which case a $50 USD per person amendment fee is subject to be charged.

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10.11.3 If you are unsuccessful in any legal action instituted against us, you agree to pay all our costs, including but not limited to, attorney fees and court costs.

is in question. Photo Nomads is not responsible and is not liable for any loss of photographic activity time due to unsafe weather circumstances, with the safety of those circumstances being decided solely by the discretion of the representatives of Photo Nomads.

14.4 Refunds and reimbursements due to loss of photographic activity will be at the sole discretion of Photo Nomads and will be issued or denied in accordance with the Refunds policy of Photo Nomads

11. Insurance 11.1 It is highly recommended that you take out comprehensive insurance cover for cancellation, medical expenses, personal accident, personal baggage, money and public liability before embarking on any Photo Nomads trip. Please check that the insurance you purchase covers all of the activities that you are participating in. Some policies exclude certain adventure activities. This should be arranged at the time of payment of the deposit and will, in certain circumstances, cover you against loss of deposit or cancellation fees from the date of confirmation of your booking, as shown in the insurance policy. You also agree to indemnify us against all third-party claims actions, damages and remedies which may be brought against us in respect of your participation in the trip.

12. Illness Or Absenteeism In the event of your withdrawal from a trip after the commencement as a result of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. No refunds will be made for any absence from the tour.

13. What’s Not Included In The Trip Price Airfares, air-related taxes and fees, passport and visa fees, insurance, laundry, phone calls, beverages, meals not detailed in the itinerary, tips to local guides, drivers or activity providers, photography equipment or any items related to the activity of photography, items of a personal nature, excess baggage, and any available optional excursions.

14. Weather Conditions 14.1 Under no circumstances can we be held responsible for snow or weather conditions, nor can any trip be cancelled or amended by you at any time on the basis of snow or any other weather conditions.

14.2 Photographic activities as part of the trip may encounter a wide variety of weather conditions. It is the responsibility of the passenger to be prepared to deal with a wide variety of weather conditions throughout the trip.

14.3 Representatives of Photo Nomads will make all final decisions on whether photographic activities will commence if the weather

15. General Terms and Conditions 15. The Booking Conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between you and Photo Nomads. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by a duty authorized officer or director of Photo Nomads.

15.1 Your contract is with Photo Nomads as the tour operating company. At any time and at our complete discretion we may nominate to you in writing any other company or person to have the benefit of some or all of those provisions of this contract, which we may then specify, as if you had agreed the provisions concerned directly with that company or person in the first place as well as agreeing them with us. We may at our complete discretion assign all or any rights and liabilities arising under or by virtue of this or any other contract with you.

15.2 Transportation companies, airlines, etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances.

We rely on international conventions, national and international law, which may apply to the services provided by us, our suppliers or agents with respect to any clam of any nature brought by you against us as that result of the provision of those services. International conventions which apply may include: Warsaw Convention 1929, (as amended by Hague Protocol & Montreal Protocol) in relation to air travel, or Montreal Convention; the Berne Convention for rail travel; Athens Convention 1974 for carriage by sea; the Geneva Convention for carriage by road & the Paris Convention 1962 for Hotels. We are to be regarded as having all benefit of these conventions on limiting our liability in relation to any claim for death, injury, loss, damage and delay to passengers and luggage. Enrollment in and payment for a trip shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this terms and conditions agreement which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of Photo Nomads.

15.3 Photo Nomads is not a carrier or hotelier nor does it own aircrafts, hotels or any other transportation vehicles or vessels. All bookings with carriers, hoteliers and other service provid-

ers are subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by those carriers, hoteliers, and other service providers. Please note that some of these limit or exclude liability in respect of death, personal injury, delay and loss or damage to baggage. While we cannot accept any responsibility for any loss as a result of such actions or as a result of any act or omission of any such third parties, we will give every reasonable assistance in helping to resolve any reasonable dispute. Please also note that Photo Nomads cannot be held responsible for the failure of any of these parties to provide facilities or services for handicapped clients (see also 5.3 under Trip Details and Conditions).

15.4 Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of any promotional material at the time it goes to print; however, Photo Nomads cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

15.5 The agreement arising between the passenger and Photo Nomads under this set of terms and conditions and the booking made by the passenger shall be governed by the law of The State of California, County of Los Angeles which shall have exclusive jurisdiction in the case of dispute between the parties.

15.6 In the case of computer or human billing error we reserve the right to re-invoice passengers with correct billings.

Prior to commencement of any workshop the Acceptance of Risk Release form is a term of sale.

The Acceptance of Risk release must be agreed to by each participant prior to the commencement of the workshop. No alterations to the Acceptance of Risk Release will be accepted.

If a participant attends a workshop without signing an Acceptance of Risk Release, their attendance confirms their acceptance of all parts of these Terms and Conditions, and the Acceptance of Risk Release.

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Mist on the Water Pre-dawn light show can be absolutely wonderful just outside of Jasper – well, almost anywhere in the Rockies, to be honest – but the reflections here certainly help!

Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Detail Up On High One of our favourite lenses for landscape photography is the telephoto. It allows you to isolate points of interest and strengthen the composition by eliminating unnecessary elements! Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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For more information and bookings, contact Peter Eastway at eastway@betterphotography.com or his assistant Kim Valenti - kim@betterphotography.com