Exploring Remarkable Utah 2020 Photo Tour by Pt 78 Pty Ltd

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PHOTOGRAPHIC COUNSEL

10 - 21 Feb 2020 With Peter Eastway & Tony Hewitt

Exploring Remarkable

Utah

An Unforgettable USA Road Trip Themed to Expand Your Creativity Two Grand Masters/Only Six Students

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Bryce Canyon There are no guarantees with the weather, but if you wondered why we have chosen February to explore Utah, hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the answer. Bryce Canyon under fresh snow and clear skies. We could be lucky this time too! Photo by Peter Eastway.

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Grand Canyon There are no guarantees of fresh snow like this, but any winter snow at all looks spectacular at the Grand Canyon - and weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re travelling in winter! We have allocated a little more time on this photo tour to explore the Canyon in more depth. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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An Exhilarating Road Trip - In A Luxury Van! Bonneville, Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon, Zion, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley. American landscape photographers have been a

And because they are both so epic, we’re

source of inspiration for photographers around

returning to Monument Valley and the Grand Can-

the world, so what better place to explore and

yon, to explore different ways of photographing

expand your understanding of photography than

these masterclass locations. It’s then a short drive

in the American landscape itself.

back into in Las Vegas on 21 February.

And not just any American landscape, but the

It’s 12 days, 11 nights.

most epic, the most iconic American landscapes

The trip will be in a luxury Mercedes van with

of all: Utah!

a driver, leaving Peter and Tony to entertain us on

Join Peter Eastway and Tony Hewitt, two AIPP

the long roads! And equally important, the eight

Grand Masters of Photography, on this special

of us will be discussing photography, expanding

photo tour to some of America’s best photogra-

our understanding, developing new directions.

phy destinations.

This photo tour is guaranteed to turbo charge

This is the fourth time this Photographic Coun-

your photography and is why we have returning

sel has been run in America, but this is a brand

guests every year!

new itinerary focusing on Utah.

The price is US $9995 and there are only 6

We begin by meeting in Salt Lake City (or very

places available (plus Tony and Peter). Two places

nearby) and heading out to the Bonneville salt

have already been pre-booked, so don’t miss out!

flats - not because we want to photograph them

Price includes more or less everything except

from the ground (although we will), but because

airfares to Salt Lake City and from Las Vegas. Alco-

we want to see them from the air! A photography

hol is not included, but we will make sure there’s

flight in a plane over the salt is included.

wine on the evening table before Peter starts talk-

From here we’re going to saunter down to the

ing too much!

south of Utah, visiting iconic locations such as

Take a fresh look at some famous places and do

Capitol Reef, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park.

it in style. But don’t delay - book now!

Explore Remarkable Utah Photographic Counsel 2020 10 to 21 February 2020 12 days/11 nights – US$9995. Bookings by email or phone Kim at kim@betterphotography.com (02) 4388 6851.

New Places In Monument Valley This year we plan to explore some new parts of Monument Valley, while still taking advantage of the View Hotel. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Capitol Reef Area Even in the middle of the day, the light can be remarkable on our drive through the Capitol Reef area. And weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have a chance to photograph the night sky in this remarkably dark part of Planet Earth. Photo by Peter Eastway.

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Grand Canyon Long lenses can work a treat even when your first inclination is to pull out a wide-angle. Photo: Peter Eastway.

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The Itinerary Day 1:10 February 2020 - Salt Lake City to Bonneville You should already be in Salt Lake City or arriving very early. We may have had a meal together the night before. We’ll pick you up at the hotel and take a short drive out to the Bonneville Salt Flats. Naturally our photography will begin as soon as we hit the ground! Day 2: Feb 11 Bonneville Salt Flats Today we will explore the salt flats further, including a one hour aerial flight. As the small plane will only have two photographers at a time, we’ll also be shooting from the ground or doing some classwork! Day 3: Feb 12 To Capitol Reef After a morning shoot to get some early rays, we drive to Capitol Reef. They say it takes five hours, but we usually take a lot longer than that, shooting things along the way. Day 4: Feb 13 Capitol Reef We spend the day exploring Capitol Reef, including a few hidden gems and, weather permitting, we may try some night photography after dinner! Day 5: Feb 14 Hwy 12 on the way to Bryce Canyon Bryce Canyon is only a short 2-3 hour drive away, but we’ll take our time along the remarkable Highway 12, looking for photo opportunities. Day 6: Feb 15 Bryce Canyon We have a full day to explore Bryce Canyon, plus some time for ‘‘image lab’’ (processing our photos with Peter and Tony to help) and classroom time, working our images and discussing photography. Day 7: Feb 16 To Zion After shooting Bryce Canyon at dawn, today we take another short drive over to Zion. This is epic terrain and we’re looking for equally epic landscapes. Day 8: Feb 17 To Monument Valley We’ll be up early for a sunrise shoot at Zion and then there’s plenty of time to get over to Monument Valley for the sunset. Or we might stop at one or two other places along the road instead! Day 9: Feb 18 Monument Valley We’ve taken the iconic Monument Valley sunset shot, so now it’s time to explore some different places we have in mind, both in and nearby Monument Valley. Day 10: Feb 19 To Grand Canyon We’ll shoot Monument Valley again this morning and then it’s a leisurely drive over to the Grand Canyon for a sunset shoot. We may even try some night photography again! Day 11: Feb 20 Grand Canyon We have sunrise and sunset options and in the middle of the day, we’ll take a little time for an image lab session and to review our images, talk about post-production and so on. Day 12: Feb 21 Grand Canyon to Las Vegas Our final shoot will be sunrise at the Grand Canyon, followed by a leisurely breakfast, maybe an hour or two image lab and then it’s into Las Vegas and the end of the photo tour.

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Inclusions In keeping with our road trip adventure, accommodation is in comfortable lodgings - clean and warm! You’ll feel right at home. In addition, Southwest Adventure Tours is providing the Photographic Counsel with: • Comfortable Transportation • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinners • Park Entrance Fees • Flight over Bonneville Salt Flats • Monument Valley guide Tony has also insisted that all tables have a bottle of red wine on them for evening meals as this is conducive to implausible photographic dissertations.

Monument Valley As we stay at the View Hotel, it’s easy to walk outside the hotel and shoot an image like this, either at sunset or by the light of the stars and moon! Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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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.

Road Side Stops Are Great People look for the iconic destinations when choosing a photography tour, and that’s fair enough! But we think some of your best photos will happen at lesser known locations found along the road.

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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 perhaps 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.

Monument Valley Wide-angles or telephotos? Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no right lens for every situation, so we recommend you bring as long and as wide lenses as you have. Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Peter Eastway APP.L G.M. Photog. PB I MNZIPP HFNZIPP Hon FAIPP 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 APP.L G.M. Photog. FNZIPP Hon. FAIPP 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). Tonyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Hewittâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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Grand Canyon Will we see it like this, with hardly any snow? We really donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care because however we find it, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lots to photograph and great images to be found. 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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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. The South West USA Photographic Counsel tour, 10-21 Feb 2020, is being arranged for Peter and Tony by Southwest Adventure Tours, USA. The itinerary is subject to change to accommodate local conditions and opportunities. You will also need to add in your own travel to Salt Lake City and from Las Vegas, USA, and perhaps an additional night’s accommodation at either end of the tour.

PRICE The price is US$9995. The price is payable as follows: 1. A deposit to reserve your place of AUS $375. 2. Final payment of the balance by 10 November 2019 in US $. The price includes photographic counsel, all transport between your Salt Lake City hotel and your Las Vegas hotel, 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 six (6) 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 five (5) 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 clause, listed below, shall come into effect.

CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS Should you wish to cancel your booking, you must advise us in writing (email is fine). We try to have a fair refund policy that works for both you and us: • Deposits are refundable, up to 90 days prior to the event. If you don’t request a refund of your deposit 90 days out or longer, we will assume you wish to come and the balance is payable. • if you are cancelling more than 90 days from the workshop date, we will refund you in full; • if the workshop is not full and, after your cancellation, we still have the minimum number of

bookings to run, we will refund your booking fee in full; • if the workshop is full, and we have turned away other customers, and you are cancelling within 90 days of the workshop date, we won’t refund you unless your place is filled by someone else; • if after you cancel your booking the workshop numbers fall below the minimum number required to run, and you are cancelling within 90 days, we won’t refund you. No part refunds are made for unused portions or services of a workshop.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS The tour is designed to be suitable for people of all ages in good health and moderate fitness. While activities are not strenuous, on some trips we will be hiking on tracks in wilderness areas, including alpine and desert regions, which involve uphill walks and uneven ground under possibly extremely cold conditions. It will be necessary to carry your own camera equipment, extra clothing, food and water for these activities. Should you have any concerns about your own capabilities and/or fitness in relation to a particular trip, please contact us to discuss this before sending your reservation form. You are required to disclose any medical or physical condition that you have which could create a risk for you or any other participants. We assume no responsibility for medical care nor guarantee to meet any special dietary requirements.

LIMITED LIABILITY As we are a small company, we are not in a position to insure your travel arrangements with Southwest Adventure Tours. If Southwest Adventure Tours were unable to provide the services for which you have contracted and paid, Pt78 will not be liable to you for any loss you incur. We strongly suggest you take out travel insurance. In such an unlikely event, we would naturally refund the tuition component of the course. We are not opting out of our responsiblities to you, only those over which we have no control. We are asking you to take the same risk you would were you to book your travel directly with Southwest Adventure Tours.

INSURANCE: Personal insurance is mandatory for all participants and their equipment and personal belongings as no insurance is included in the trip fees.

RESPONSIBILITY The responsibility of Pt78 is strictly limited. As a workshop operator, Pt78 may organise, promote, and sell programs consisting of services that it purchases from various suppliers. Pt78 does not own or operate any of these suppliers and as such is not responsible for any negligent or wilful act or failure or omission of any supplier. By taking part in the workshop, you agree that Pt78 shall not be liable for the above failings. Pt78 cannot accept responsibility for losses or extra expenses caused by, but not limited to, delay or changes in any transportation services, weather, illness, injury, strike, quarantine or other causes. All such losses or expenses will be the sole responsibility of the participant. Pt78 reserves the right to cancel any workshop prior to commencement, whereupon paid funds will be refunded in full, but is not liable for any other trip preparation expenses such as, but not limited to, air ticket penalties, visa fees and medical treatments. Pt78 reserves the right to substitute accommodations (if any) of similar category for those indicated and to make any changes in the itinerary or transport where deemed necessary. Where weather conditions or forces of nature restrict or prohibit workshop activities, it reserves the right to alter the trip program and substitute alternative activities. 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. These Terms and Conditions, and the Acceptance of Risk release, shall be governed in all respects by and interpreted in accordance with the law within New South Wales, Australia. That’s it! Any special requests, please let us know beforehand!

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RISK RELEASE FORM Remarkable Utah Photographic Counsel operated by Pt78 Pty Ltd (Eastway, Hewitt, Southwest Adventure Tours) Name: Address:

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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:

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Monument Valley We’ve done three photo tours to SWUSA in winter and had snow at some stage on all three. That’s why we go in winter. It can be a little cold, but nothing good gloves and a warm jacket can’t fix! Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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Should You Walk On Lakes Ask Peter what he found Tony doing out on the frozen lake a few minutes earlier. Suffice to say you will be in safe hands with one of these fine photograhers! Photo: Tony Hewitt.

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PHOTOGRAPHIC COUNSEL

Exploring Remarkable

Utah

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