OVERVIEW:

 

With a little imagination, Cormorant Island, looks like a mini-croissant safeguarded by Vancouver Island to the South and Malcolm Island to the North.  

A ferry crossing from Port McNeill will get you to the village of Alert Bay in a about 45-minutes. At almost 5km long and less than a kilometer wide, this diminutive island is bursting with personality.

A combination of vast ocean vistas, abandoned historic buildings and a Mordor forest provides a kaleidoscope of subject matter for the outdoor photography enthusiast. 

 

PRICE INCLUDES:

 

Professional one-to-one photography instruction by Barry J Brady

Comprehensive course notes

Pre-trip planning and communication

 

PRICE EXCLUDES:

(Participants to arrange their own accommodation, transport and meals)

 

Accommodation (we can chat about suggestions)

Meals 

Flights and car rental (if applicable)

Gas, insurance, extra mileage on car rental

Travel and equipment insurance

 

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:

 

Photographing dramatic landscapes​ and scenery

How to use Neutral Density and graduated Neutral Density filters to enhance the scene

Exploring composition and how to approach setting up a scene

Using colours, shapes and textures to add to your photography skills

Using perspective and context to create impactful images

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WHAT TO EXPECT:

 

Northern Vancouver Island has unpredictable weather, so it’s always good to be prepared for all conditions.  Dry feet are important, remember to wear appropriate footwear.  In case it’s windy, dress in layers.  Bring toques, scarves and gloves.

 

SKILL LEVEL:

 

It would be great if you know how to use your camera on manual mode using settings like ISO, aperture, shutter speed and the light meter in your camera.  But if not, not to worry, the whole point of the trip is to get to know your camera and improve your photography knowledge and skills.  If you want to chat about this give me a call or send me an email. 

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FITNESS LEVEL:

 

We will be driving to each vantage point.  We will be walking short distances to each vantage point.  Some stretches might require walking on mildly uneven terrain and up or down stairs or wooden boardwalks.  

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DON'T FORGET:

 

Camera - DSLR or mirrorless

A selection of lenses - wide angle lenses to medium range zoom lenses

Tripod - sturdy and weather resistant

Cable Release - not essential - optional

ND and ND graduated filters - not essential - optional

Spare batteries or battery packs

Laptop with Adobe Lightroom or Photoshop for image editing