Day 1 (July 16): Guests arrive in Siem Reap, are picked up at the airport and transported to our hotel, the FCC Angkor Hotel. Guest who arrive early are at lesiure until our cocktail reception and welcome dinner where you’ll meet your fellow participants and the tour leaders. A short slide presentation by Karl and Gavin, following dinner will explain our agenda.

Day 2: This morning we’re off to photograph the south gate of Angkor Tom, then to Bayon Temple. At around 10:30am we return to the hotel for lectures and lunch. In the afternoon we turn our attention to Angkor Wat and shoot until the light fades. At 7:30 we have a group dinner.

Day 3: This morning, after breakfast meet with one of the instructors for a critique of your images and to discuss your “personal photo project”. After your critique, four, optional, mid-day presentations provide learning opportunities. This afternoon is spent shooting images for your personal project. Tonight, enjoy a group dinner and an image sharing session. (*mid-day presentations are optional, so if you prefer to rest, relax, do some shopping on your own, feel free to do so)

Day 4: Today you continue working on your personal photo project. After our late breakfast, enjoy four, one hour educational presentations. After the lectures continue working on your personal photo project then we do some afternoon street shooting in Siem Reap, stay in town for dinner, and continue with a night shoot.

Day 5: Today we travel by bus to visit the floating villages on the Tonle Sap, Cambodia’s largest lake. Initially we photograph this amazing area on foot, then board small boats to travel out onto the lake to observe and photograph a floating market. We enjoy lunch at our boatman’s house, then head to Beng Melea temple for our afternoon shoot. We return to Siem Reap after sunset and enjoy dinner at our hotel.

Day 6: Today we return to Bayon Temple and Angkor Wat for a second shoot. This “repeat opportunity” allows you to improve upon your shots from day 1. During the middle of the day today, two optional lectures provide learning opportunities. Late afternoon we visit Artisans d’ Ankgor workshop to photograph local craftspeople. (*mid-day presentations are optional, so if you prefer to rest, relax, do some shopping on your own, feel free to do so)

Day 7: We are up at 5:00 am and travel to Ta Phrom, by 8:30 we’re finished shooting and return to the hotel for breakfast. Today, enjoy four optional photography lectures; two before, and two after lunch. This afternoon we photograph Prea Khan. (*mid-day presentations are optional, so if you prefer to rest, relax, do some shopping on your own, or continue to work on your personal photo project, feel free to do so).

Day 8: Today is your free day to shoot, shop and/or prepare for this evening’s “best of” slideshow, punctuating the mid point of our trip. Your instructors are available all day to assist you with “anything photographic”. Tonight we meet for a delicious dinner, followed by the “best of” slideshow, featuring you and your fellow workshop participants.

Day 9: After a leisurely breakfast we board our private bus for an all day ride to Cambodia’s vibrant capitol city, Phnom Penh. Along the way we witness local Cambodian life, rice fields and even stop in a town where fried tarantula is the local delicacy. After arriving in Phnom Penh we check into the world famous Foreign Correspondent’s Club and/or the FCC’s sister property, the Quay, we then enjoy dinner overlooking the river.

Day 10: This morning we are transported by Tuk Tuk to visit and photograph the infamous S21 prison, (Toeul Sleng) and the Killing Fields at Chong Ek. Participants work on this story, capturing a variety of images and sound files that will then be combined into a multi-media slide show. After lunch Karl Gavin and Marco will lecture on the use of Soundslides software and assist you in creation of yet another personal photo project. This evening we do some street shooting along the riverside, then have dinner at a local restaurant. Those interested in an after-hours night shoot, follow Karl and Gavin to the “heart of darkness”.

Day 11: We rise early to capture images of Phnom Penh “coming to life”. Following breakfast Karl and Gavin discuss our road trip to Battambang”. You can spend the remainder of the day shooting, shopping, resting, or just exploring Cambodia’s capitol city, Phnom Penh.

Day 12: Full day photo assignment: “the story of our trip from Phnom Penh to Battambang (all day journey). Tonight we stay at the La Villa Hotel and or Bamboo resort.

Day 13: Meet with Karl and Gavin for critique, image selection and help putting together your ideas for what you will be shooting tomorrrow. Tonight’s group dinner is at a local Cambodian, restaurant.

Day 14: This morning we board the “Bamboo Train”, and spend a few hours ambling though small villages, and rice fields. In the afternoon we visit and photograph a brick factory, then return to the hotel. This evening is our big farewell dinner and image sharing party.

Day 15: (July 30) Today you are transported back to Siem Reap for your international departures. (2.5 hour ride Battambang to Siem Reap).

Karl Grobl

Karl Grobl is a humanitarian photojournalist specializing in the photographic documentation of relief efforts and development work of NGOs worldwide. His images have appeared in publications such as Newsweek, CNN, Geo, Town and Country magazine and The Chronicle of Philanthropy, but the largest majority of his photos appear in the annual reports, newsletters and communications materials of his humanitarian organization clients. Karl’s non-NGO work is represented by Zuma Press, the premier international editorial picture agency and wire service. His 2005 Haiti photo-story “City of God” was nominated for a World Press Photo Award.

Over the last ten years, Karl has worked for more than 90 different NGOs in over 50 countries including Afghanistan, Sudan, Uganda, Burkina Faso, Ghana, Guinea, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Myanmar, India, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, the Philippines, East Timor, Cuba, and Haiti.

Following the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami Karl spent more than a month embedded with five different non-governmental organizations documenting tsunami relief efforts in India, Sri Lanka and Indonesia. One year later he returned to document the reconstruction. He has covered post conflict peacebuilding efforts in Sri Lanka, Afghanistan and East Timor, HIV/Aids issues in Africa and Asia as well as Human trafficking in Cambodia and the Philippines.

In addition to his rigorous international travel schedule, Karl teaches photography workshops and leads international photography tours. He is a regular lecturer on photography and photojournalism and a long time member of the National Press Photographers Association. Karl is a member of the Advisory Counsel of Focus For Humanity, a non profit organization, who’s mission is to provide financial support, resources and training for professional and amateur photographers wishing to work with NGOs. He also works as a technical consultant for several photographic and photography-related technology companies and was featured in a world wide advertising campaign for SanDisk memory cards.

Gavin Gough

Gavin Gough is an independent, freelance travel photographer. Originally from England, Gavin is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand, from where he travels extensively, working on assignment, on commission, creating stock images, writing and teaching.

He has been commissioned by a variety of NGOs, humanitarian and charitable institutions and has completed commissions for organisations as varied as Sony, Vanity Fair magazine and the Vietnamese Tourist Board.

Gavin produces stock photographs for Getty and Lonely Planet images. His vibrant stock collection includes images from more than forty countries which have been reproduced in hundreds of newspapers, magazines and books and are regularly featured in publications such as National Geographic, Geo, Vogue, The New York Times, The Guardian, and many more. His stock images have appeared on everything from postage stamps to magazine covers and billboards.

Gavin co-founded the popular Bangkok Photo School, where he still teaches photographic theory and practice in the classroom and out on location. When at home in Bangkok, he also offers private workshops to individuals and small groups, offering photographers the opportunity to spend time with a professional photographer in parts of the city seldom seen by visiting tourists.

When time permits, Gavin contributes articles of words and pictures to several photographic and trade publications, relating his travel experiences and offering technical and career advice to enthusiastic photographers around the world. Visit Gavin’s website

Matt Brandon

Matt Brandon is a Malaysia based humanitarian and travel photographer, who collaborates with NGOs to tell their stories and to train their field staff to do the same. Well known as a photographer and international workshop instructor, Matt’s images have been used by clients such as Partner Aid International, NeighborWorks, the BBC, Honda Motor Corporation, and Bombadier Transport Corporation, Asian Geographic and others. His photographic pursuits have taken him to India, Indonesia, Thailand, Maldives, Philippines and Malaysia. Matt also is known for teaching presenters how to present their message in the most effective and memorable way. This makes Matt a great teacher to any workshop or classroom. Matt is also a key member of the International Guild of Visual Peacemakers, he’s on the advisory board for Focus for Humanity and on the design board for Think Tank, a camera bag manufacturer.
Visit Matt’s Website

Marco Ryan

Marco is originally form the UK but moved to live and work in Cairo in 2008. He is a lecturer and author on Digital Media and how businesses need to react to the increasing disruption caused by the web and digital media. He is also a passionate photographer. He founded the popular Cairo Photo School and is the joint owner of the Cairo Photo Studio. His love and passion for travel and humanitarian photography has taken him all around the world, and he has a vast network of Professional photographers, editors and enthusiasts that he regularly keeps in touch with through social media and his blog.
Marco is passionate about helping humanity through photography, and has set up a leading Charitable foundation – Focus for Humanity – to help young photographers establish careers in this demanding field and to work with NGOs. You can find out more from www.focusforhumanity.org. His website can be found at www.marcoryanphotography.com

Dates: July 16-30, 2012

Cost: $6775, based on double occupancy. A single supplement of $675 applies.

Workshop limited to 16 participants.

Cost includes eight nights in Siem Reap and a seven day “assignment trip” with three nights in Phnom Penh and three nights in Battambang, all 14 nights accommodations all breakfasts and dinners, two lunches, all entrance-fees at tourist sites, local English speaking guides, airport transfers and ground transportation (tuk tuks, trains and boat trips).

Cost does not include: international flights, passport & visas fees, travel insurance, vaccinations and medical cover/treatment, and personal expenses such as beverages/snacks, internet access fees, laundry fees etc.

*All prices subject to change without notice, owing to the variable nature of international currency exchange rates and sudden changes in local costs

Deposit and Final Payment

A deposit of $600 per person is required at time of booking. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure.

Cancellation

• On cancellations more than 120 days prior to departure, all monies are refunded less a $275 administrative fee.
• Less than 120 but at least 90 days prior, total deposit amount is forfeited.
• Less than 90 but at least 75 days prior, 50% of trip price is forfeited.
• Less than 75 days prior to departure, 100% is forfeited.

Notification by phone or email is acceptable, but please follow with written notice. In the unlikely event we have to cancel a tour, a full refund will be given.

Responsibility

Jim Cline Photography, and their agents act only in the capacity as agents in all matters pertaining to hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours, and transportation, and are not responsible for any loss, damage, theft, or injury to person or property resulting from a defect in any vehicle, or the actions of any persons who provide services for this tour or for the action or inaction of any third party. Baggage is at the owner’s risk entirely. The tour operator reserves the right to withdraw the tour at any time, to decline any person as a member of the tour for any cause at any time. All prices are based on current rates of exchange and, while every effort will be made to hold them firm, they are subject to change.

Health

It is the responsibility of each tour member to inform the tour operator of any possible health problems or handicaps upon registration. By forwarding a signed reservation form and trip deposit, you certify that you do not knowingly have any physical or other conditions of disability that would create a risk for you or other trip participants. Once a trip has been confirmed, medical circumstances will not be considered as exceptions to our cancellation policy. We assume no responsibility for medical care or for special dietary requirements.

Trip Insurance

To allow for any unexpected contingencies, all participants are strongly urged to purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

Itinerary

While Jim Cline Photography endeavors to make the itinerary as accurate as possible, it should be considered as an approximate schedule of activities rather than a rigid schedule of events. Trip itineraries are subject to revision due to weather, ocean or trail conditions, government restrictions, and other reasons beyond our control. The tour leader has the right to make changes in the published itinerary whenever in his sole judgment conditions warrant, or if he deems it necessary for the comfort or safety of the tour.

Visas:

Health Issues: Health Information on vaccinations and other health precautions, such as safe food and water precautions and insect bite protection, may be obtained from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) hotline for international travelers at 1-877-FYI-TRIP (1-877-394-8747) or via the CDC website. For information about outbreaks of infectious diseases abroad, consult the infectious diseases section of the World Health Organization (WHO) website. The WHO website also contains additional health information for travelers, including detailed country-specific health information.

Weather: It’s going to be warm, it always is, and it’s also likely to rain a bit (that makes for some great photos). In Cambodia there is little seasonal temperature variation, only about 6˚C, but both temperatures and rainfall decline the further inland you travel. Humidity varies quite a bit, averaging between 70% and 80%, but somewhat lower in the Ton Le Sap basin. Cambodia’s climate is tropical. Rain is a possibility at any time from May to November, but the serious rain falls in September and October. The wind that brings the rain reverses during the winter to create a ‘dry’, or more accurately, a drier season from December to April – the only months that are nearly rain-free are January and February. April is the cruelest month in Cambodia, it’s just plain HOT and difficult to do anything. Most locals just sit in hammocks in the shade and wait for May to arrive. By the time July comes around life is bearable, but you are going to sweat, especially during the middle of the day (but this is when we will be in our air-conditioned meeting room, getting photography instruction). If you don’t like the heat, Cambodia is not the place to go, except for Siem Reap during the height of the tourist season in December and January, when the place is over-run with tourists.

Money: Cambodia has two official currencies: the US dollar and the Cambodian Riel Currency exchange rates

ATMs, are everywhere, they dispense US dollars. Credit Cards are widely accepted in hotels and high end shops, Travelers Checks are basically useless, don’t bother bringing them.

Internet Access: Internet cafes are verywhere now, including WiFi at most hotels and some restaruants, and you can even get 3G internet service by purchasing a laptop dongle and a one-month, pre-paid service plan.

Electricity: For complete, detailed information about adapters and converters click here and please see my personal recommendations here

Required equipment: Digital SLR with lenses offering a focal length from wide (24mm or wider) to telephoto (100mm or longer), laptop or netbook computer running image viewing software such as Breeze Browser, Picasa or Photo Mechanic and an image editing program such as Adobe Photoshop, or a combintation software program such as Lightroom. You will also need a demo copy of Soundslides software in order to produce your multimedia project. At the workshop we will give you a discount code to purchase Soundslides if you decide that it’s the right software for you. A basic sound recorder (MP3 or Wav) is also recommended (but not required) which can be used to capture interviews and ambient sounds to use in your multimedia presentations. An iPhone or Android phone is a good option for recording audio too. Additionally we strongly recommend a back-up device such as an external hard drive.

To be ready in case it rains: I suggest getting a few OpTech 18″ RainSleeves: They are a plastic bag type sleeve made to protect an SLR camera with a lens up 7.0″ in diameter and 18″ in length. The sleeve protects the gear from dust and inclement weather. It is designed for hand-held use or tripod application. The Rainsleeve features a unique eyepiece opening that adapts to most camera viewfinders, allowing composition of shots through the camera’s lens, not through the plastic. Camera & lens controls are easily visible and operable through the sleeve. Drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit. They can be purchased online on amazon.com and bhphotovideo.com at less than $10/package of two.

In July the average temperature in Cambodia is 80 degrees (the range is 77 min to 89 max). The afternoon monsoon rains help to cool things off. Across most of the country, the monsoon rains are fairly predictable, usually occurring in the afternoon or at night. The afternoon rains usually last no more than a couple of hours making them fairly easy to plan around, especially if you are visiting the temples or touring.

Of course there are disadvantages to visiting during the rainy season, but personally it is my favorite time of year in Cambodia. There are fewer tourists in the country, the temples are less crowded, prices are lower and the bars and restaurants are all happy to see you. Rainy season also means the temples of Angkor are at their most beautiful and photogenic. The reflecting pools and moats are full, the vegetation is deep green and the wet stone of the temples is at its most colorful. Also of photographic note, the rain-washed air of the wet season is particularly clear as compared to the hazy, smoky skies of the dry season. Outside the cities, the rice paddies are full of water, the jungle is lush and the countryside is picturesque and alive with growing season activity.

To keep your gear dry, I suggest getting a few OpTech 18″ RainSleeves: They are a plastic bag type sleeve made to protect an SLR camera with a lens up 7.0″ in diameter and 18″ in length. The sleeve protects the gear from dust and inclement weather. It is designed for hand-held use or tripod application. The Rainsleeve features a unique eyepiece opening that adapts to most camera viewfinders, allowing composition of shots through the camera’s lens, not through the plastic. Camera & lens controls are easily visible and operable through the sleeve. Drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit. They can be purchased online on amazon.com and bhphotovideo.com at less than $10/package of two.

Remember, this workshop is designed to offer “real-life photojournalism scenarios” and that’s what we will get, rather then the typical, “high tourist season, more comfortable temperature” kind of experience. Yes, we’re gonna’ sweat some days, and we are going to get rained on…and that’s going to make it real, and it’s going to make our pictures far different than the “tourist images” you often see!

~Karl

ANGKOR TESTIMONIALS

“The preparation suggestions were great. I especially liked Karl’s packing tips on his Blog. This was my first photo workshop. I liked the fact that we spent the majority of time in Siem Reap. The stay in Phnom Penh was just about the right length. The visit to Battambang was nice – I’m glad I had a chance to see the Bamboo Train. All the hotels were great. The service at all the properties was exceptional.

Great choices on restaurants. Photo opportunities were great. Again, this was my first photo tour, but I though the locations and timing were excellent. The locations, the times and direction of approach we took minimized the amount of tourists we saw. At first, I was a little disappointed that Ta Prohm was not on the agenda, but as it turned out, Beng Melea was a much better choice – less restored.

Karl was a wonderful group leader. He handled all of the complex logistical issues behind the scenes and allowed the participants to relax and concentrate on their photography. I couldn’t have asked for a better host (or instructor). Karl’s ability to react and adapt to the uncertain environment presented by a developing country was un-matched. His familiarity and ease with the Cambodian people and culture made all of our interactions and activities a real pleasure. I feel I learned a lot from Karl – not only technically, but on the approach and interaction with the people we were photographing. Most of my experience with people photography has been taking pictures of friends and family. It was wonderful being able to observe and learn from Karl during his interactions with the Cambodian people.

Gavin was a real pleasure to work with. What I liked most about him is that he seemed very approachable. His comments were always considerate and complimentary. I enjoyed observing his approach on shoots – especially when we were taking pictures of the Apsara models. I also learned a lot from him about shooting moving objects at 0.15s and about the framing of moving objects.

I really enjoyed having Marco as one of the instructors. I think what I learned most from Marco was how to be more observant. Marco has the ability (similar to many great photographers) of being able to notice things that others may just walk by. He showed me how you can work a subject over and over such that you keep seeing new things that you did not initially notice. Several times, while walking through a monastery with Marco, he would point out unique views or vantage points that I would have passed by. In addition to his wonderful photographic abilities, he had a very amusing dry English humor, which I’m afraid was lost on some of the other participants.

I liked Matt a lot. He was really fun to be around and he had a lot of good comments on our Soundslides presentation. I look forward to seeing him again in some of the future workshops/tours.

It’s hard to name my favorite part, since I enjoyed the whole experience so much. I would have to say that the best part might have been the chemistry between the instructors and participants. I know it’s not something you can plan, but I really felt that the whole group connected. All the instructors worked well with each other and with the students. Meals and activities were enjoyable and I was pleasantly surprised that there were no real personality conflicts (like what you would typically expect when you get 18 people together).

The guides were great. My photography definitely improved. I don’t know if my pictures are any great, but I like them and for me that’s what counts (especially since my income doesn’t depend on my photography!).

I would recommend [the workshop]. I think it was a great way to see Cambodia (in a non-touristy) way. By going off-season and traveling to unique areas, I think I gained a much better appreciation for the country than if I just went on a packaged tour to Angkor Wat.

Overall, it was one of best trips I have been on. The use of the 4 instructors provided 4 unique viewpoints and approaches to photography. This was a great bonus. I haven’t been on other tours, but I can imagine that it is more difficult to get the one-on-one interaction with a single instructor.

I also like the fact that we were tasked with developing a Soundslides presentation. It made it very easy for me when I returned home to friends and family since I already had something prepared. Otherwise I wouldn’t have been able to show them much until I went through all my photos, which could take weeks.
I loved the workshop and will most definitely consider going on another one in the near future.”

Chris Choulos
Rocklin, CA

“At the risk of sucking up to Karl there are not enough superlatives to describe him! As well as being an outstanding photographer and always willing to listen and pass on his knowledge, he was caring, patient and organized. Even though he had the major responsibility for running the workshop he was unruffled (apparently) and was always ready to give of his time.

I very much appreciated the opportunity to dig beneath the surface of Cambodian life by telling the photo stories. I am now more aware of the need to give my photographs greater meaning and hopefully make better images. The friendships and relationships that developed with the other tour participants. The local guides were very good and attentive.

Overall I enjoyed the workshop and as mentioned earlier I thank you and the team for introducing me to the idea of telling photo stories. As a consequence my interest in photography has been rekindled.”

~Darrell Milbourne
Sandy Bay, Tasmania, Australia

“Great Hotels! Really loved the one in Battambang. The places we went to shoot were great – in all locations.

Karl was his typical awesome self –He reviewed some of my images at the end of the workshop – his review was tough but nonetheless very insightful and helpful – and appreciated. Gavin Rocks. Personally, he is a kick to be around. His review in Phnom Penh was insightful and very helpful – especially his Lightroom and editing advice. His classroom teaching style was also terrific – very open and interactive. Marco was good at engaging people while out shooting – this was great. I found his comments very thoughtful, insightful and extremely helpful. During the workshop, he was quite helpful with the technology and helping me with technical stuff related to blogs and websites – much appreciated! The classroom sessions were very valuable and definitely helped us to produce a better story.”

Lisa Brockman
San Diego, CA

“Pre-trip preparation was very informative and thorough. The pace was fine, hectic, but manageable.
The hotels were great, especially FCC Angkor. Service was friendly and efficient wherever we went.
The locations were fantastic. The format of having two people work on one story in the first week, also gave us opportunity to explore different locations and interests.

Karl is the most professional, engaging and caring person I have met. His attention to detail is astounding. His knowledge of local conditions and his rapport with the locals opens a lot of doors, which would not have been possible on a self tour. He makes sure everyone is taken care of and is happy. He readily shares his photographic skills and is a wonderful traveling companion. His energy and enthusiasm is infectious and I cannot recommend him highly enough as a tour/workshop leader.

Gavin is a calm, funny and very knowledgable guy. He has an easy teaching style and his legendary Lightroom skills were easily transferred and he as very generous with his tips and tricks, to make our learning experience very rewarding. Marco added a special dimension to the workshop, the business, networking and branding side was very interesting. He was very accessible and spent quality time with anyone that requested it. He was particularly generous with helping me set up a website and blog, which was really great. Matt is an astute photographer and although he is not everyone’s cup of tea until you get to know him better, he had great vision and advice that he shared. i enjoyed his company and his irreverent outlook on life.

Siem Reap and the time spent with the monks [was one of my favorite parts of the trip]. I also loved getting to know everyone in the group. Everyone in the group had really special characteristics and I feel that i have made lasting friendships.

The local guides were all excellent and very knowledgeable. Excellent [value for the money] especially the immense knowledge of the four instructors, which came at a very reasonable price! My photography improved, especially my out of camera skills on the computer!! I had some special experiences and have good photos to remind me of the special people of Cambodia.

I found the lectures very useful.

I absolutely would recommend [the workshop]. I returned with a feeling of “Zen” that everyone has remarked on and I would recommend the whole trip and Jim Cline tours in particular to everyone that cares to listen!!”

Ayn Brown
Johannesburg, South Africa

”The Quay, is one of the best boutique hotels I have stayed in for its price range – very done!!

FCC was great for location and facilities and food.

[Our guide], Bambu – very helpful and attentive to service
The dinner restaurants were all good – especially considering the number of people and the locations we were in SE Asia.

[Karl has] amazing energy, and even though he was under severe pressure to keep the whole workshop running smoothly (as a first trip) , he did so with great spirit and I do not understand how he keeps so cheery! [The workshop] is a unique opportunity to be immersed into a great location with 4 leading Photojournalists to learn from in a very small group. It is for the serious photographer who wants to go the next level.This type of photographic workshop is a really refreshing answer to the ‘What tour do I go on next?’, by the nature of the workshop to push you to the next level, and that it does so with the most impressive group of very respected leaders guiding along the path to success to ensure you think about what to shoot and how to shoot it to convey compelling stories.”

Andrew Eio
Buckinghamshire, UK

“ A really fantastic trip, got me out of my comfort zone photography-wise and I learned a lot as well as having a great time with new friends. Cambodia was a fantastic place to shoot with sure friendly people and breath-taking sites to visit.

I was happy with amount of places we visited and the time at each location. Super hotels, would recommend them.
Karl [is a] great tour leader, interesting, interested, great advice, always on top of the game. Would very much like to go on another tour with him.

Very much enjoyed Gavin’s company and help, would definitely go on a tour with him again.

I enjoyed my one to one with Matt for my photo critique. Very enjoyable tutor on location and great company.

I have learnt a lot and I think the course is going to keep me in good stead going forwards. It is a barrier that I have to go through and it was the ideal environment to test it.

I absolutely would recommend this trip! Great trip, please keep me informed of others.“

Jasper Dalgliesh
Newbury, UK

“This workshop has gone above and beyond what I had hoped for. Karl Grobl is AMAZING…. I’m sure I don’t need to tell you that, but we were told this is a “workshop” first, and you would never know it. The amount that Karl has packed into such a brief time is about a 1/3 more than I would think possible and I love it. Every lecture, given the time constraints, was precise and understandable. The time we had for shooting, lectures and one-on-one critique was perfect. Gavin and Marco go out of their way to help in any way possible and given the number of participants (and such a terrific group of people!) I find their patience and generosity of sharing their knowledge outstanding and exemplary. Really. We have only three days left and though I need a break desperately (I’m sure they do too!), these three gentlemen certainly make you want to spend more time with them. A truly memorable experience.”

Jenny Krasner
Melville, NY