With
Jennifer Davidson, Eddie Soloway
When
February 4 - 11, 2017
Category
Documentary, Travel, One-of-a-Kind
Package Price
4495.00
$4,495 per person, double occupancy* for seven nights in Cartagena (Allure Chocolat Hotel), single supplement add $550; all breakfasts, one group lunch and two group dinners; instruction and leadership from Jennifer Davidson and Eddie Soloway; two group excursions; and airport shuttle from Cartegena’s Rafael Núñez International Airport to the hotel. Not included: International travel to Cartegena’s Rafael Núñez International Airport; gratuities to hotel and transportation staff; items of a personal nature such as laundry and gifts; and meals not mentioned. *For those requesting double accommodations, we will do our best to pair you with a suitable roommate. Participants will be notified if a roommate is not available, in which case the single supplement must be charged.
Learn more about Cartagena in the insightful article from Town & Country: Inside Cartagena
Are you looking for a photographic jewel the rest of the world is only beginning to discover? Pull out a map and find Colombia. You might be surprised. As North America reaches down through Central America, Colombia is the entry point to South America and shares its shore with the Caribbean Sea, part of a geographic circling of lands blessed with tropical winds, lush forests, and colorful cultures.
Perched along this coastline sits Colombia’s jewel, Cartagena, and this beautiful colonial city serves as our base for the week. A UNESCO World Heritage Site less than three hours from Miami, Cartagena has emerged from a difficult past to transform itself into a dazzling showcase and is the perfect setting for our photographic explorations.
From dawn walks to twilight strolls, we wander the narrow cobblestone streets of the oldest port city in the Americas. The historic walled city, with quaint plazas and colonial architecture, dates back to the 16th century and is always buzzing with cafes, horse-drawn carriages, fruit vendors, artisans, and salsa bars.
Two excursions outside the city give us a broader understanding of rural people in the region and their way of life: the Afro-Colombian village San Basilio de Palenque, recently recognized by UNESCO as a Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity, and a nearby fishing village where old ways prevail in a modern world.
The beautiful Allure Chocolat Hotel in the neighborhood of Getsemaní is our home for the week. In daily photographic sessions with Jennifer and Eddie you polish your skills and learn creative ideas for making fresh photographs of our adventures. The workshop includes group image reviews, one-to-one time with the instructors, and a final celebration show of images from the week.
Join Jennifer and Eddie to discover why Travel + Leisure, Islands Magazine, and Condé Nast Traveler all name Cartegena on their lists of top must-see destinations. Its vibrant people, gourmet fare, and historic charms will lure you in, and the memories and images you create are bound to last a lifetime.
Additional Information
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, Professionals
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW:
This new Santa Fe Photographic Workshops experience is geared toward photographers, as well as their companions interested in embracing the week’s photographic spirit. All participants must be in good physical shape, able to walk for a day, and attend to their own luggage. Above all, it is a requirement that everyone embrace the realities of travel, where lifestyle and cultural differences are celebrated. A laptop, editing software, and knowledge of the digital workflow are required to participate in the image reviews.
SPECIAL NOTES:
The schedule includes organized, full group opportunities and also time for individual exploration. A preparation letter, including recommendations of what to bring, will be sent when the trip is confirmed
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Refer to Package Price description for details on lodging and meals.
PACKAGE PRICE INFO:
$4,495 per person, double occupancy* for seven nights in Cartagena (Allure Chocolat Hotel), single supplement add $550; all breakfasts, one group lunch and two group dinners; instruction and leadership from Jennifer Davidson and Eddie Soloway; two group excursions; and airport shuttle from Cartegena’s Rafael Núñez International Airport to the hotel. Not included: International travel to Cartegena’s Rafael Núñez International Airport; gratuities to hotel and transportation staff; items of a personal nature such as laundry and gifts; and meals not mentioned. *For those requesting double accommodations, we will do our best to pair you with a suitable roommate. Participants will be notified if a roommate is not available, in which case the single supplement must be charged.
Jennifer Davidson is a freelance photographer and photo-educator whose photography captures the pulse of a place and the stories being lived within it. A seasoned and avid traveler, she spends much of her time in the Western United States and Latin America, exploring the wildlife and cultures that make these regions special. Jennifer clearly communicates the technical aspects of photography, and encourages aspiring photographers to dive into their art while expanding their creative boundaries. She has taught with National Geographic Expeditions and travels regularly with Lindblad Expeditions, leading their photography trips around the globe. This is Jennifer’s fifth year teaching at the Workshops. Her website is www.jdavidsonphotography.com.
Eddie Soloway is a photographer, teacher, and storyteller committed to opening our eyes to the natural world. He has taught photography and creativity for leading photographic institutions and schools around the world. As an educator, Eddie has received the Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award from CENTER and been named one of America's best photography workshop teachers by Photo District News.
Eddie is the author of the book, One Thousand Moons, an instructional DVD, A Natural Eye Workshop, an A Natural Eye video series, and SEE THINK DO photo cards. This is his 24rd year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.eddiesoloway.com.
A popular workshop instructor, Eddie is also part of our Mentorship Program »