Gotland & Fårö - the Viking Islands (Spring 2024)
Landscape Photography Tour
Wednesday, 08.05.2024 - Sunday 12.05.2024
(5 days and 4 nights exploring the islands of Gotland and Fårö)
5 days full of fun, inspiration and creativity
08.05.2024 - 12.05.2024
from 1.119,00 EUR per person
Only 6 spots available
Main focus: nature/landscape photography
Any experience level
Professional photographic guidance
Learn the Secrets of Landscape Photography and join me on this exciting photo adventure to Gotland & Fårö, the islands of the Vikings!
Total price: from 1.119,00 EUR (single room at a surcharge)
Book now and pay later: you will only be charged 20% of the total price when booking. The remaining amount is charged 30 days prior to the photo tour.
Highlights of this Photo Adventure:
Photographing the medieval charm of Visby in the warm evening and/or morning light
Exploring the beautiful coastlines of Gotland and Fårö with lots of interesting subjects and landscapes to photograph, incl.
Unique limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") which form stunning fields of natural sculptures along the coastlines
Picturesque little fishing villages like the famous Helgumannen on Fårö
Magnificent lighthouses in När and on Fårö
Learn how to create powerful stories without any words - through images that speak for themselves
Best time to capture springtime on the island with the first blooming flowers
Small group limited to just 6 people with lots of time for individual photographic guidance by me, Julien
Group discussions and photo editing sessions after photographing in the field
Accommodation in excellent hotels close to the photo spots (Best Western Solhem, Gumbalde Resort & Sudersand Resort)
Our Landscape Photo Tour in brief:
Sweden's largest island Gotland offers a landscape like no other in Sweden - for me it is something magical about this island. Characterized by mild, almost Mediterranean climate, it is known for a rich flora and fauna as well as beautiful sand beaches. The most amazing natural wonder on Gotland are the impressive limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") which form stunning fields of natural sculptures along the coastline.
Gotland's biggest town, Visby, is a true jewel of medieval history. Walking on cobblestone streets along the ruins of once great cathedrals make you feel travelling back in time, when Visby town was first an important trading station of the Vikings and then the flourishing center of the Hanseatic League in the Baltic Sea. Merchant's from all over Europe came to Visby to trade goods and treasuries.
For five days (incl. four nights), we will explore the islands of Gotland and Fårö with special focus on landscape (and seascape) photography. We will visit the best photo locations in the northern part of Gotland and Fårö. You will have the chance to create powerful photographs at the most inspiring places! We will take advantage of the most beautiful light and mainly photograph in the mornings and evenings. During the day, we have time to discuss the results of the shootings and edit our photos together. I will show you my post processing workflow in Lightroom and how to enhance the effect of your photos fundamentally in just a few steps.
Together we will improve your photography skills and you will be able to create meaningful stories without any words - through photographs that speak for themselves. I make sure that you will have an unforgettable photography experience!
Itinerary:
Day 1 - Arrival day
In the afternoon, we will meet at our first hotel Best Western Solhem, located directly in the historical town of Visby. On this first day, I will give a short introduction about the manual camera settings and basics in composition. We will also have dinner together, talk about the plans for the photo tour and share other important information. If time permits, we will head out for a sunset shoot in Visby.
Days 2-4 - Exploring the islands of Gotland and Fårö
On the next 3 days, we will explore and photograph scenic spots in the northern part of Gotland as well as on the small island of Fårö. One of the main attraction will be the stunning limestone sea stacks (in Swedish "raukar") along the coastline. But there are also beautiful fishing villages, lighthouses and much more to photograph! Our accommodations will be close to the best photo spots, so we will have chance to shoot both during sunrise and sunset. We will plan each day dependent on the weather, but be prepared to be outdoors from sunrise till sunset. There is a list of locations we want to visit during the trip, but we won't have a fixed itinerary to be able to give you the best possible experience. Of course I will be available for any questions during the whole trip!
On our last evening of the photo tour, we will have our farewell dinner together as a group and have the possibility to discuss your achievements of the trip.
Day 5 - Departure day
On the last day, we will use the morning for some photo shootings. After that we will drive back to Visby to be able to catch the boat back to the mainland (or airplane) in the late afternoon.
Good to know:
Meet up on Wednesday, 08.05.2024 at around 16.00 at our first hotel in Visby (Best Western Solhem)
Arrival back in Visby on Sunday, 12.05.2024 at around 16.00
This tour will be performed in English language, but I also speak German and a little Swedish
What’s included?
5 days full of fun, inspiration and creativity
4 nights accommodation in double room with twin beds (single room at a surcharge)
Breakfast (day 2-5)
High-quality booklet on photography compositions for each participant
Transport to the best photo locations in comfortable minibus (or car)
Professional photographic guidance by me, Julien
Secured payments through Travel Guarantee acc. to Swedish Package Travel Act (more information under the section “other important information” below and on Kammarkollegiet.se)
What’s not included?
Camera equipment (tripod can be rented optionally)
Travel expenses and transportation to/from Visby
Lunch & dinner (unless otherwise specified)
Drinks & alcohol
Travel & cancellation insurance
Any other services & goods not mentioned in “What’s included”
What to bring?
Photography Gear
Your DSLR or mirrorless camera with spare batteries and SD memory cards
Camera lens(es): preferably mid-range zoom lens in the 24-70mm range
Lens filters, if you have them (but not necessary)
Tripod (recommended)
Laptop or tablet with editing software if you want to edit your photos during the trip. In case we have time after our photo shootings in the field, we’ll do some editing at our accommodation.
Recommended Clothing
A variety of different layers (the mornings and evenings can be cold on the island)
Good waterproof boots (hiking boots are recommended)
Wind/rain shell jacket
Other important information
Transport:
We will meet at around 16.00 on Wednesday at our first hotel Best Western Solhem directly in the center of old town Visby. You can get to Visby either by boat (from Nynäshamn or Oskarshamn) or airplane. During the entire photo tour, we will go around on Gotland and Fårö in a comfortable minibus (or car). Please do not expect to arrive back in Visby on Sunday earlier than 16.00.
Physical Requirements
Please note that we will do some shorter hikes on this trip. The hikes will neither be long nor steep. However, it is important that all participants take care of themselves, especially when we shoot on the cliffs by the coast. The stones can be very slippery. If any location is out of your comfort zone, you’re more than welcome to shoot another location, stay at the hotel and rest, or wait until we get to another more comfortable location for you.
Experience Level
We welcome all experience levels, going from beginners to experienced photographers. A good mix of experience levels means we can also learn from each other. It is important that you bring your own camera and tripod, so you can get the most out of this trip!
Cancellation Information:
The cost of this photo tour includes your guiding fees, 4 nights lodging and transportation (all prices in Euro and including VAT). To reserve your spot a non-refundable total payment of 20% of the total price is required. The rest of the payment is due 30 days prior to the workshop. In case of cancellation within 30 days prior to the trip, I will refund the payment.
Travel guarantee:
The combination of travel services offered to you is a package within the meaning of Directive (EU) 2015/2302.
Therefore, you will benefit from all EU rights applying to packages. Company JP Photo will be fully responsible for the proper performance of the package as a whole.
Additionally, as required by law, JP Photo has protection in place to refund your payments and, where transport is included in the package, to ensure your repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent.
More information on key rights under Directive (EU) 2015/2302
Important Legal Information
By attending this workshop, you agree to hold Julien Pröpper harmless for all personal injury or loss that may occur during or in connection with this trip. This is a self-led travel trip. You are responsible for your safety as you move around in the visited area. Do not push your physical abilities past what you are healthy enough to do. You are in charge of deciding if a location is safe for you to travel to.
Should the Guide (Julien Pröpper) become ill, injured, or otherwise unable to perform his duties at the workshop, a replacement will be brought into to lead the workshop or the workshop will be cancelled, in what you'll get a full refund.
Travel insurance as well as insurance for your photo equipment are both highly recommended. It can happen faster than you can look! One wrong push against the tripod and your camera rolls down a small hill and falls into the Baltic Sea!
Julien's role in this workshop is to teach photography and guide you to amazing locations. You and you alone are responsible for your own safety.
In the event of extraordinary events, governmental instability, extreme weather, or other condition, Julien Pröpper reserve the right to cancel this trip and return all workshop fees to participants.