Workshop Underwater Model Photography Masterclass 2022 Bali

 

Workshop for underwater model photography in Bali

(Informationen auf Deutsch)

The workshop is suitable for hobby and professional photographers. Diving training is not necessary, but advantageous. Three of the planned nine shootings are only possible with diving training. In these cases, participants without diving training will receive an alternative photo shooting.

There are only 5 places available for participation in the workshop. In addition, a maximum of 2 photographers can only participate in the shootings. (Model Sharing)

Bali inspires with its landscape, its temples and its underwater world. In the sea there are flat places with volcanic rocks and schools of fish, which makes unique pictures and unusual pictures possible. We have epic photo ideas and will implement them with you from 21 to 25 July 2022. We are happy to be able to offer this coaching for the third time.

Corona: If the workshop cannot take place because of Corona, we will refund 100% of the deposit. (ban on leaving the country, entry ban, flight ban, ban on overnight stays etc.).

 

 

 

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What are the goals of the UW Model Photography Workshop?

• We provide a model with underwater experience so that you can learn how to take extraordinary pictures without diving training. No diving equipment is required for these shots.
• We discuss the safe procedure and the special features of planning such an underwater shoot. In the future you will be able to offer your customers a positive and safe experience.
• Photographers without experience in underwater photography will learn how to take extraordinary pictures in the pool and sea.
• For professional photographers, we will also address special target groups (e.g. pregnant women in the water, couples in the water etc. for commercial photo offers).
• Photographers with a diving license (at least 30 dives and the latest medical certificate) can take pictures with the model at the wreck of the USS Liberty and at an underwater temple. Here you can find various corals, fish and ship superstructures. The wreck is very easy to dive. The model is a certified diver and will work without diving equipment. She will be supplied with air and secured by a safety diver.
• We show the complete workflow. On land you learn how to guide a model and we transfer the knowledge for underwater photography. In 5 days in a small group we can respond to everyone individually.

Only the organization, the training and practice with the models in the apron and the protection in the water are feasible as a private person only with high expenditure. We have planned extraordinary photos that are difficult to organize ourselves. Everyone will be able to enrich their portfolio with real jewellery for their own advertising.

 

 

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In which language will the photography workshop be held?

The course will be held in English and German. We expect again an international field of participants.

 

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ITINERARY Underwater Model and fine art nude Workshop

Daily there is a change of theory and practice. The practical part is significantly higher than the theoretical part. There is sufficient time to enable 1:1 supervision. Some few shootings are planned in depths that only a diver can reach. Here we offer both above water and in the pool replacement offers. The procedure may change if the weather forces us to do so.

 

21. to 25. July 2022 | Tulamben on Bali in Indonesia

 

 DAY 1

• Theory:
  • Aesthetics of photographing humans
  • Differences between regular underwater photography and underwater model photography
  • Image composition – perspective, light, geometry and composition
  • Conditions in and underwater / abilities and restrictions
  • How to instruct a model
  • How to shoot in a swimming pool: equipment, process, safety, lights
• Practice:
  • Lingerie / fine art nude photo shooting in the resort garden
  • Fashion photo shooting in the swimming pool (underwater)
  • Photo shooting at a balinese temple
  • Image editing with Lightroom, complex color correction

 

DAY 2

• Theory:
  • Interaction with customers without model experience / how to prepare a model for an underwater photo shooting
  • Safety requirements during an underwater shooting
  • Special target groups (expecting mothers, post wedding, couples, children)
• Practice:
  • Safety: how to rescue someone in a swimming pool
  • Shooting in the swimming pool (underwater)
  • Shooting at a waterfall
  • Image editing with Photoshop: background correction in swimming pool pictures

 

DAY 3

• Theory:
  • Planning and execution of an underwater photo shooting in the ocean with and without dive gear
  • Safety procedures and hazards during underwater shootings with dive gear
  • Environment and physics
• Practice:
  • Fine art nude photo shooting on the beach
  • Underwater shooting with dive gear for scuba certified participants at an underwater temple in 17 meters depth. Alternative for non divers: free shooting with a second model in the swimming pool or inside the resort
  • Underwater shooting in the ocean without dive gear in shallow water for all participants
  • Image editing with Photoshop and Lightroom. Color correction for images taken in more than 10 meters depth. Correction of visible particles and clarity improvement

 

DAY 4

• Practice:
  • Underwater shooting in the ocean at the US Liberty wreck for certified divers at approximately 14 meters depth. Alternative for non divers: free shooting with a second model in the swimming pool or inside the resort
  • Lingerie and fine art nude shooting in a beautiful villa relax bali
  • Image editing

 

 

 DAY 5

• Theory:
  • Marketing and price calculation for commercial underwater photo shootings
  • Questions and answer session
• Practice:
  • Underwater shooting in the ocean for certified divers. Participants can choose between US Liberty, Coral Garden, Underwater Temple, Drop off and other dive sites
  • Participants can chose between shooting underwater or on land for the last shooting.
  • Image editing

 

 

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REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:

Participants are expected to bring the following items:

• Cameras and objectives
• Notebook with Lightroom and Photoshop
• Non divers: ewa-marine camera housing with space for one flash
• Divers: underwater housing for minimum 20 meters depth

Participants without underwater photo equipment can rent an mFT camera in an underwater housing. Additional flashes and lights for the many different light setups are on site and can be used.

 

 

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PRICES Workshop

Workshop only:

• 1.295 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 30th of December 2021
• 1.395 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 31st of March 2022
• 1.495 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 15th of May 2022
• 1.595 € per participant with booking & deposit after the 15th of May 2022

For the reservation we ask for a deposit of 250 €. The workshop starts with 4 participants. The participant can use the photos for commercial self-promotion. Any further commercial marketing of the workshop photos is not permitted. If you wish to use the photos for other purposes, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

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Prices only Model Sharing

Only photoshootings without workshop:

• 895 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 30th of December 2021
• 995 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 31st of March 2022
• 1095 € per participant with booking & deposit before the 15th of May 2022
• 1.195 € per participant with booking & deposit after the 15th of May 2022

 

For the reservation we ask for a deposit of 250 €. The workshop starts with 4 participants. The participant can use the photos for commercial self-promotion. Any further commercial marketing of the workshop photos is not permitted. If you wish to use the photos for other purposes, please do not hesitate to contact us.

 

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INCLUDED IN THE PRICE:

• Training and Instruction one photographer for 5 days (workshop)
• Models
• Shooting locations and transfers
• Dive equipment (wetsuit, mask, snorkel, weight belt, tanks)
• Costs for assistant divers

Not included in the price are flights, other transfers, accommodation, meals or drinks. The payment is made by the Ocean Sun Ressort Tulamben.

If you are looking for luxurious accommodation, you will surely find this in Relax Bali.

 

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INFORMATION ABOUT LOCATION AND ADDITIONAL COSTS:

• Return flights to Bali are available for less then 800€ if book early
• You can book a transfer from the airport to your hotel with your hotel directly. This way the transfer will be a lot cheaper compared to taking a taxi from the airport
• Tulamben is small. Prices for accommodation vary between 10 to 300€ depending on the hotel category. We recommend Ocean Sun Resort (mid class category, approximately 38€ per night, same price for one and two people, large bungalow, including breakfast. Optional beds for children are available)
• Meals are extremely cheap in Bali. Prices for a meal range between 1 to 10€
• You can combine the workshop in Tulamben with a holiday in Bali
• There are three ATMs in Tulamben where you can withdraw money with almost all bank and credit cards. We do not recommend exchanging money in your home country because of the fees nor bringing US Dollar as there is no exchange place in Tulamben
• Indonesia has numerous  volcanoes and sometimes earthquakes can occur. Tulamben is located at the border of the safety zone of the active volcano Agung.

 

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Registration for the underwater model and fine art nude workshop 2019 on Bali

Question? phone: +49 1723613688 or  info@lichtfang-foto.de.

 

 

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