May 17-24, 2008
Photography in Tuscany, Italy

Il Chiostro Tours
www.ilchiostro.com

Capture the lush landscape, the brilliance of the sunsets and the golden earthtones that is Tuscany and take home treasures of personal creation. Interact with the colors and light of the land, the architecture and the gardens. Enhance and develop your photographic talents, surrounded by the silvery color of the olive groves. Wander through the hillside vineyards and experience, through the lens of your camera, the wonder of this magical place.

Olive Tree, Tuscany Italy

In this workshop you will work toward a personal vision to create artistic, meaningful and provocative imagery with digital files or traditional color print film. At the end of the week there will be the option to create Polacolor Image transfers and emulsion lifts from selected digital images or prints. All levels are welcome.

The classroom will serve as the studio for making image transfer prints on paper, cloth and other surfaces. Those who wish to make transfers will be asked to bring Polacolor 669 film (or pay an additional small fee for the film). Some art papers and other surfaces will be supplied or can be found in the area.

Excursions to the nearby cities of Siena and/or Florence to experience the vivid colors of the old cobblestone streets, the incredible antiquity of the buildings and the richness, culture and warmth of the Italian people. Imagine sitting at a cafe watching the world go by and capturing it with your camera!

Greenhouse Boboli, Tuscany Italy

Activities:

• daily photography classes with Anna
• a walking exploration of Siena
• a visit to a local outdoor market to shop and shoot
• an afternoon at a local Chianti vineyard sampling both ambiance and wine
• other shooting excursions to intimate Tuscan hill towns
• full day excursion to Florence (optional)
• a nature walk through the valley

More on the Photography in Tuscany and Additional Workshops >