Snowdonia: Slate Mines and Waterfalls
2 Day Workshop/Break
This is a great opportunity to work alongside Paul and Brian within the Snowdonian National Park. They offer you a structured, but fun 2 day weekend of photography.There will be time for one to one tuition, along with informal critques. Your Welsh photographic adventure will take place within the towering mountains, breathtaking landscapes and beautiful rivers of Snowdonia.
Locations such as Cwmorthin and Rhosydd will provide once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to take stunning photographs.
We will be based in Bala; an historic town located within the prime regions of Snowdonia. The town itself will provide many opportunities for taking photographs of pure historic wonder. Whilst you learn master photography, you will have the opportunity to use your new talent by taking photographs of:
• The mysterious slate mines and gleaming lakes of Cwmorthin and Rhosydd
• The towering Rhiwargor waterfall. Ferocious waters gushing down the slopes of the Afron Eiddew valley.
• Enchanting winding paths, looming valleys and rugged mountain sides.
• Crystal streams tumbling through hillsides of heather into lakes below, amidst acres of breathtaking scenery.
As well as being able to immortalise these breathtaking scenes with your camera you will learn:
• Expert camera control, allowing you to take crisp, life-like images.
• Creative use of shutter speed and image composition.
• Depth of field judgment
As with all mountainous areas the weather can be a true friend or a cruel enemy. On this trip we recommend walking boots and waterproof clothing. Most digital cameras are only water resistant so we would still recommend rain covers for your camera.
Your tutors will be staying in the hotel with you. So your learning will start over breakfast and continue in the bar after dinner.
| Structure | Hotel | Support | Assessment | Progression | Funding | Qualifications |
Day One: 9am: Introductions and Informal Q & A sessionThe main focus is on composition, including the basics of taking professional quality photographs, visualisation and learning to see.10.30am: Focused Photo ShootsWe will be visiting a number of locations during the day including waterfalls and an abandoned slate quarries. 4.30pm: Informal photographic critqueThis is an informal critique of the images taken during the day. 6.30pm: Drinks in the bar and DinnerDay Two:9am: Informal Q & A sessionThe main focus is on exposure, including depth of field and creative use of shutter speed.10.00am: Focused Photo ShootsWe will be visiting a number of locations during the day including waterfalls, woodlands and valleys. 2.30pm: Informal photographic critqueThis is an informal critique of the images taken during the day.4pm: Final Q & A session and good byesA chance to have your final questions answered.More information here about our teaching ethos
All times and locations are as a guide only, as weather variations, and group & individual requirements will dictate our final programme.
We highly recommend that you read our Policies and FAQ sections prior to booking. You will be booked into an en-suite room on a dinner/B&B tariff in the White Lion Hotel a 4 star hotel. This includes a full Welsh cooked breakfast and a 3 course dinner in the hotel restaurant. We have negotiated special rates for your stay, Single room £75 per night on a dinner B&B tariff, 1 nights required.
Double room £95 per night on a dinner B&B tariff, 1 night required.We will take care of your booking you will just need to pay for your stay on the morning of departure. Please note that to get the most out of this course you will ideally have a bridge camera or a DSLR camera, along with a tripod. While it is possible to use more basic kit for this course you will find yourself limited at times. If you are unsure about the suitability of your equipment please ring Brian to discuss your options.All DMC students have their own personal tutor, helping them with their course work. they can contact their personal tutor by email or phone for all the practical advice they may need.
We also have a
Facebook group where students can interact with other students and share and discuss their images.
We are dedicated to your learning and we really are with you 100% of the way. You will have access to Our online student learning area, where you can access your learning materials. All submissions and feedbacks are completed through this portal.
Assessment on this workshop is informal and is completed during the last session of the day during an informal critique or your work.
Paul and Brian will be on hand throughout the day to work one to one with you and to answer any question you may have.
Our
FaceBook page is a great way to share your images and receive feedback. Following this course you could consider moving on to our First Steps in Digital Photography and Introduction to Photoshop courses. These courses will allow you to build a strong base of master photographer's skills.
This skill base will seamlessly progress you to our specialist courses. For this reason we recommend that all students complete some, if not all of our foundation courses.
There is a chance you could have your course fees paid by a funding body. This will depend on your financial and personal situation, but because our courses are externally accredited and certified by an nationally recognised awarding body you are more likely to have your claim for assistance approved.
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All of our courses, workshops and experience day can be paid with our interest free
Student Account. As you add courses to your basket you will see the student account option. As you proceed through the payment process you can choose to pay with this option. Your first payment will be taken at this stage and you monthly payments will be taken monthly there after.
There are no qualification included with our Masterclasses, although you can upgrade to a accredited photography course. Please refer to Progression for qualification options.
