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Photographing Venice

Photography Seminar with Jack Hubbard
Course Objective
This photo trip to Venice will combine all the basic fundamentals of photography. Our premise will be the same as some of the great photographers, from Ansel Adams to war photographers Larry Burrows and Dirck Halstead: Good photographs are made in the mind of the photographer and in the camera. Most of the work is done when pictures are taken, not by manipulating them later on.

With that goal in mind, we will concentrate on composition, shapes, forms, and understanding the properties of light. Using digital cameras, we will be able to engage our subjects in a new way, and look at our work in progress. We will edit in the camera. We will also be printing our daily efforts, and in some cases, will reshoot some subjects based on improving the initial effort.

Our objective at the end of our week in Venice is to produce an individual album of this beautiful city that reflects how each of us sees it through the eye of our camera. Rather than a collection of snapshots, it will be photographic interpretations of not only how we see our subjects, but their visual and emotional impact on us.

Photo Seminar Leader: Jack Hubbard
Jack Hubbard has been taking photographs for 40 years. He has worked with many formats, from large camera 4 x 5 to 35 mm and now digital and video. He has a strong background in news and news photography, making pictures for United Press International, Newsweek, and the New York Times. He broke the story of Senator Ted Kennedy's accident at Chappaquiddick and his pictures were used worldwide. The photos were also part of a New York Times exhibit at the Museum of Modern Art in New York displaying what the Times called "154 of the most important pictures of the 20th century."

Hubbard has had a long career in television as well, working for the CBS Evening News with Dan Rather, as a founder of southern California's Orange County NewsChannel, and at Entertainment Tonight, before coming to Stanford University as associate director of the News Service.

He continues as a television consultant and independent producer, and as a free-lance photographer. He also shoots and edits video for the daily Stanford Report Online Web page.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1, Nov 8 ~ Travel to Venice
Leave your hometown and fly to Venice, Italy. (Most flights are overnight, arriving on the second day.)

DAY 2, Nov 9 ~ Arrive in Venice
Arrive at the Venice airport (or the train station if you are already traveling in Europe). Meet with the group and Prof. Hubbard at the hotel at 2:30 p.m. After getting together we will walk to the IKONA Photography Workshop for an introduction to the photography seminar and a short lecture on the history of Venice. Following that, we will take a stroll around the town, then enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
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DAY 3, Nov 10 ~
Morning discussion and analysis of public spaces, with the Campos, Rialto Market, and San Marco Square as examples. We will go out in the field and begin to compose shots. In the mid-afternoon we will meet again at the IKONA workshop to discuss our efforts. Dinner at a local restaurant, followed by a concert.
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DAY 4, Nov 11 ~
Today we'll concentrate on close-ups of the texture of Venice, including paint pigments on buildings, old bricks, mosaics, inlaid marble, Gothic architectural details, old fabrics, etc. Lunch on your own. Mid-afternoon meeting with the group at the IKONA workshop for a discussion of the day's work. We will then explore the Cannaregio and Castello districts of Venice, followed by dinner in the Arsenal area.
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DAY 5, Nov 12 ~
Today we enjoy a private boat trip on the north Lagoon, approaching Torcello Island through small canals. (An option is the south Lagoon, which has better wildlife). In Torcello, we will visit the splendid Romanesque church and explore the Lagoon environment. Lunch in a picturesque island inn. In the afternoon it's back to IKONA for a discussion on printing. Dinner at a local restaurant.
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DAY 6, Nov 13 ~
A 45-minute transfer by bus brings us to Maser on the Venice mainland, where our photos can target architectural elements and country landscapes. We will have a guided visit of the Villa Barbaro, with frescoes by Paolo Veronese (1566-68), and architecture by Andrea Palladio (c. 1560). Lunch in a country inn. Return to Venice via Asolo, the domain of the Regina Caterina Cornaro (1454-1510). Dinner on your own.
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DAY 7, Nov 14 ~
Today we will review the photos done the previous day. Lunch on your own. There will be some free time to go back and shoot additional subjects, or visit a glass factory, museums, or to go shopping. In the late afternoon we will return to the IKONA workshop for evaluation of the photos. Dinner in the Giudecca district, followed by some evening shooting.
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DAY 8, Nov 15 ~
Visit San Giorgio Island and the surrounding area. In the afternoon we return to the IKONA workshop for a final evaluation of our week's work. Farewell dinner in a private Venetian home.
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DAY 9, Nov 16 ~ Departure
Transfer to the train terminal or the airport.
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What's Included

What's Included

• tuition for photo seminar
   
• expert leadership
   
• accommodations in Venice hotel
   
• meals as noted (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
   
• airport transfers for those using the group flights
   
• sightseeing as noted in the itinerary
   
• ground transportation
   
• basic medical and evacuation insurance

  What's Not
  International airfare or other transportation to Venice and return; meals not noted in itinerary; insurance other than basic medical and evacuation insurance as noted above (we strongly recommend you purchase the supplementary trip insurance offered by Mountain Travel Sobek, which includes trip cancellation insurance); optional tipping to leader, guides and local staff; excess baggage charges; airport taxes; and items of a personal nature (sodas, alcoholic beverages, laundry, etc.).

  International Airfares
  Airfare is not included in the land cost of our trips. As part of our commitment to total customer service, our team of professional air travel consultants will be happy to assist you with your international air travel plans and tickets once you sign up for the trip. (You may contact our sales staff at sales@mtsobek.com or 1-888-MTSOBEK [687-6235] for a ballpark airfare.)

  Since our goal is to facilitate your flights and save you money, we have negotiated special rates with some of the major air carriers. But you must book early. Space is limited on competitive fares, so be sure to contact us immediately after you sign up. If you are making your own airline reservations please check with our staff before purchasing your tickets. We need to verify your schedule and ensure we have enough participants to operate the trip.

  Tier Pricing
  Adventure travel works best with a small group of people. In order to operate these small groups, our trips are priced according to the number of full-price passengers on the trip. (Mountain Travel Sobek staff, trip doctors, and other discounted travelers are excluded from the count for this purpose.) We initially invoice you at the highest tier level price (the smallest group size we can operate). If the price drops due to an increase in group size, you will be refunded the difference.

  What to Expect

  Expert Leadership
  Expert leadership is the key to an exciting, unforgettable experience. Our trips feature gifted leaders for whom leading trips is a true vocation. Besides showing you wonders you'd never find on your own, they make sure everything runs smoothly and safely without a hitch. They are knowledgeable about all aspects of your trip, and take great pleasure in sharing their insights with you. More than just guides, they positively elevate your experience by being teachers, companions, and the best of friends. You'll be in good hands with them every step of the way. Although trip leader assignments are subject to change, Silvia Giacon is currently schedule to guide this trip. Silvia is a native Italian who lives in Venice. An architect by trade, she lived in Canada for many years, and when given the least amount of time, will find a way to travel. Silvia has led groups through France and Italy for nearly 20 years. She is enthusiastic about leading our tours and we are certain you will enjoy her rich knowledge of Italy's culture and history. You'll be in good hands with her every step of the way.

  Then Leave the Rest to Us
  Before you go, we provide you with extensive pre-departure information, including clothing recommendations, suggested reading lists, and other details.

  Why Mountain Travel Sobek is Your First Choice for Adventure
  Mountain Travel Sobek is the pioneer in active adventure travel. No other adventure travel company can lay claim to that title. We were the first to take Americans trekking in Nepal, raft the wild rivers of Africa, and open up many previously inaccessible corners of the world to curious travelers. We set the standard for adventure travel and have a strong reputation for excellence that we do everything we can to maintain. Since we are the leading adventure company, we have a lot to live up to, so we make sure we provide safe, quality trips and the best customer service to our passengers.

  Note on Itinerary
  Although we will do our very best to adhere to the itinerary schedule as listed, it is subject to change for numerous reasons beyond our control. Please read the Limitations of Liability and Booking Conditions in the four-page Participant Information Form.

  Conditions of Participation
  Your participation on a Mountain Travel Sobek trip is subject to the conditions stated in the four-page Participant Information Form, which includes the Agreement and Release from Liability and the Booking Conditions. We urge you to read this information carefully, and to call us if you have any questions.

  Note on Services
  We often use local suppliers who provide services that may include transportation, equipment, logistic support, and other services (hotels, restaurants, etc.). We do not own or operate these independent suppliers. We work with service providers who share our commitment to safety and quality, and work closely with them to develop itineraries unique to Mountain Travel Sobek.

  

  Photography; Easy touring on foot; Bus and boat rides

  

  7 nights hotels

  

  Nov 08 - Nov 16, 2003

  

  $4690 (8-12 members)
  $5140 (7 members)
  $960 single supplement