Photography workshop for alpine landscapes

Focus of the photography workshop

In our photography workshop for alpine landscape photography, we focus on the following areas:

• The specifics of mountain photography
• Dealing with changing and challenging lighting conditions
• Everything you need to know about successful image composition
• Planning in alpine landscape photography (including alpine route planning using the 3x3 filter method)
• Safety and behavior in the alpine environment

Learning goals

• You understand the interplay between aperture, ISO, and exposure time and can confidently apply the exposure triangle.
• You use different shooting techniques in a targeted manner and choose the right method for your image idea.
• You can master even challenging lighting conditions and always find the right settings.
• You know useful photographic tools and use them efficiently for better results.
• You discover exciting nature motifs and learn how to emphasize their expressiveness in your images.
• You play with the stylistic elements of image design and create harmonious, aesthetic image compositions.

Agenda

After meeting and greeting, we hike at a leisurely pace up to our accommodation, an idyllically located SAC hut. During the ascent, we take regular breaks for short theory and practical sessions on important photographic topics.

At the hut, there is the option to store some of your luggage. As the afternoon progresses, we continue our ascent to some of the most beautiful photo locations in the area and deepen our knowledge of alpine landscape photography.

In the early evening hours, we take advantage of the golden sunlight to take impressive pictures of this unique mountain world before heading back to the hut by the light of our headlamps, where a delicious dinner awaits us.

The next morning, we will set off early to visit more unique photo spots so that we can use the rising sun and morning light to complete our portfolio. During the day, we will visit other magical places in the region where we can deepen what we have learned.

Our centrally located area in Central Switzerland offers ideal conditions for the photography workshop. Without overly long approaches, we can reach many beautiful photo spots that offer impressive perspectives of the Swiss mountains.

The exact location and meeting point will be communicated to you after booking.

We spend the night in a cozy SAC mountain hut in a dormitory. The accommodation is simple and functional, and half board with dinner and breakfast is included in the price.

A delicious dinner and a hearty breakfast await you at the hut. You should bring any other food you need with you. You can order a packed lunch for the second day in the hut.

Camera equipment

• SLR camera, system camera, or bridge camera with basic knowledge of how to use it
• Wide-angle lens, standard lens, and optionally a light telephoto lens
• Tripod
• Optional polarizing filter and/or ND filter set

Clothes and shoes

• Functional clothing for hiking
• Rain jacket (and rain pants, depending on the overall weather conditions)
• Hiking boots with good tread
• Backpack with space for your personal gear and camera
• hiking poles

Please keep in mind that even in summer, weather conditions in the mountains can change quickly. You should therefore be equally prepared for sun and clouds, storms and rain.

Food on the go

• Dinner and breakfast are included in the overnight stay.
• At the hut, you have the option of getting a picnic for the second day.
• You are responsible for any other meals.

Misc

• Sun glasses
• Sunscreen
• Headlamp with spare batteries/battery charger
• Cash (usually preferred at huts)

Accomodation

• Sleeping bag
• Dry change of clothes for the hut
• Earplugs, if necessary
• Toiletries

You will receive a detailed packing list in good time before the course begins.

Your own arrival and departure

Any costs for cable cars

Individual drinks and meals during the day

Personal expenses

Cancellation insurance

Insurance is the responsibility of the participants (accident, health, and liability insurance). We recommend REGA membership and cancellation insurance.