BHARATPUR BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY

Before the Workshop
We will ask you for:
– some basic information about your equipment
– your photos/portfolio
– your expectations from the workshop
– Whatsapp group of the participants will be formed 1 month prior to the workshop dates so that your learning starts much in advance and you are well prepared for the tour.
Communicating your expectations beforehand will ensure that Sudhir addresses them during individual interactions with you.
During the Workshop
– Sudhir will demonstrate the best way to approach and shoot the subjects and give deeper insights on their behavioural aspects.
– He will introduce the advanced custom function settings of your camera. A firm understanding of these settings will be your first step toward shooting like a pro.
– In the park, he will continually guide you based on the field conditions and subjects.
– Knowledge sharing and image review will continue through the evenings as Sudhir interacts with you with focused inputs to reinforce the day’s learning.
– You will have assignments to complete, giving you ample scope to assimilate and apply all that you have learnt.
After the Workshop
Your pursuit of photography knowledge doesn’t end with the workshop. The SSP Community is your gateway to continued learning and interaction, apart from being the ideal platform to showcase your best images. In addition to image review and critique by Sudhir and his team, you also gain the perfect peer group interaction to grow as a photographer. Theme-based assignments, healthy discussions, candid feedback, equipment reviews and resale are the other great perks of being part of this community.
*The below topics will be covered and the participants will learn how to apply these concepts in wildlife photography.
Fundamental and Advanced Concepts of Photography:
– Manual and advanced autofocus (focusing points, autofocus lock, single or continuous focus, Focusing Sensors, AF cases, Advanced AF settings of camera)
– Manual exposure (ISO, shutter speed, Aperture)- We will use theory of reciprocity to arrive at the combination.
– Metering modes (evaluative, matrix, spot metering) – Practically understand when to use what metering.
– Motion (freezing, blurring and panning) – Creative area of photography
– Understanding exposure – the 18% concept
– Composition (framing) – Create story telling images.
– Elements of design (seeing v/s looking)
– Pre-visualization
– Completing the story
Post-Processing:
During the course of the workshop, you will be taken through the advanced concepts of image processing and the following topics will be covered:
– Working with RAW files
– Levels, curves, contrast, saturation adjustments (All through layers and masking)
– Image sharpening, cloning, dodge and burn
– Noise reduction.
– Saving for web/ printing
During the Field Outing:
During the field outing, your mentor Sudhir Shivaram will help you make memorable images. Inputs provided on the field will enable you make the most of the opportunity.
The teaching and learning will not stop after the workshop. In fact this is just the starting point. You will be part of the SSP community of the SSP website where your learning and interactions with fellow photographers continues.

Day 1

Day 2-3

Day 4

Hotel Sunbird, Bharatpur, Rajasthan

 
Hotel Sunbird is ideally located a stone’s throw away from the Keoladeo Ghana National Park. With well appointed and spotlessly clean rooms, delicious food, and efficient staff, this is the ideal place to put up your feet and relax after a busy day of photography learning.

Workshop Cost:
INR 35,500/- per person, double occupancy
INR 45,500/- per person, single occupancy
Inclusions:
– Exclusive cycle rickshaw for each participant.
– 3 nights / 4 days Accommodation in deluxe A/C Rooms at Hotel Sunbird with all meals.
(this includes packed hot lunch delivered to the park)
– National park entry, camera fees, rickshaw charges, mandatory guide fees etc.
Exclusions:
– Day 1 afternoon park entry fee + Rickshaw charges. This can be paid directly at the park.
– Laundry and any other personal expenses not mentioned under inclusions.
*All costs are ex-Bharatpur. Transportation will be arranged at an added (actual) cost.
**Any other expenses outside of the above will have to be borne by the participants.

Terms and Cancellation Policy:
INR 25,000 is non refundable once the payment is done.
75% of the remaining amount will be refunded if cancellation is done 45 days prior to the workshop start dates.
No refund if cancellation is done between 0-45 days of the event.

Payment Terms:
Full amount to be paid 60 days prior to the workshop starting date.

Please note: The date of written (email) communication of intent to cancel is the date considered for calculation of the cancellation fees.