Learn & Explore Series Episode 36
"Africa Photography Workshops, What to Expect, and How to Prepare"
Did You Know?
The Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, East Africa, is the oldest ecosystem on Earth, and has remained essentially the same for more than a million years.
Did You Know?
Most deltas are formed where rivers empty into the ocean; however, the Okavanga Delta is the world’s largest inland delta that inundates the Kalahari Desert, creating a lush water environment for many mammals, birds and amphibians.
Did You Know?
The Linyanti is a private wildlife reserve of more than 1,900 square miles located in the northwest corner of the Chobe National Park in Botswana. The grasslands of the Linyanti are considered one of the finest locations for wildlife viewing in Africa.
Questions covered in the above interview:
- What are the most important factors when choosing a photo workshop in Africa?
- How much should I expect to spend for a workshop?
- What should a photographer expect to learn during a workshop?
- How much one-on-one time can I expect to receive from the instructor?
- Do most of the photographers attending workshops in Africa have the same skill level?
- How physically fit must a person be for a workshop that takes place in Africa?
- What kind of photo equipment is required?
- Should a photographer bring a laptop computer?
- Does the fee for a workshop typically include all costs, such as airfare, accommodations, meals, etc.?
- Do some workshops provide attendees with equipment?
- Are there photo workshops available in all climates and geographic locations?
- What kinds of landscapes can be photographed during a photo workshop?
- What kinds of wildlife will I be able to photograph during a photo workshop in Africa?
- When attending a workshop in Africa, what sort of preparation should be done ahead of time?
- Do workshops include follow-up contact with the instructor?