Some of the theory we will spend time discussing at this workshop will be related to:

- Composition and layout of pictures

- Become a better nature photographer (photographing landscapes, animals/birds and macro)

- Various photo techniques (action photography, panning, camouflage, etc.)

- Planning a photography project

- Photographic expression in your pictures

- Image processing in Photoshop / RAW file conversion (as a reserve method if the weather turns bad...)

Most participants will probably be taking digital photographs, and it is therefore wise to bring along a laptop if you have one, so that we can view the results of your efforts immediately. Upon returning after a photo session, we will be reviewing the participant’s pictures on a large screen as a means of sharing comments and inspiration for more photography.

The workshop will begin on Thursday 8 November at about 20:00 with a late dinner. The course will officially wrap up Sunday 11 February at 14:00 with lunch. All food, lodging, lectures and transport during the course are included in the course fee.

Required skills: It is advantageous if you have some previous experience with the use of your photographic equipment. Photographing killer whales is quite demanding so you will have an advantage if you have also participated in earlier workshops in nature photography.

Price & Registration: The workshop costs NOK 6 650 per person for double room accommodations. Anyone wishing single room accommodations are required to pay an additional charge of NOK 1 000. The price includes all meals starting with dinner Thursday evening and ending with lunch on Sunday. Registration is done by submitting a signed booking form. Terms and conditions are clearly stated on our booking form. Registration is binding and course participants will be sent an invoice which shall be paid in advance per the agreed upon deadline. Course participants bear responsibility for purchasing their own cancellation insurance if this is desired. Our policy is "first come, first served", so be sure to register plenty early.

Food and Lodging: [Tysfjord Tourist Center] will serve as the base for our workshop. Here we will be staying close to the fjord and will thus not need to travel so far by boat in order to locate the killer whales. We will all bring a packed lunch on Friday and Saturday when we head out on 2 long boat tours.

Safety: We will use a sturdy rafting boat for this workshop with adequate space for 15 photographers. This boat is specially suited to rough seas and can quickly come in close proximity to the killer whales. Each passenger will be able to borrow (for free) safety clothing which will keep you good and warm during the boat trip. Remember to wear suitable footwear (i.e. winter/rubber boots with warm socks), warm headwear and gloves/mittens as it can be a bit cold at this time of year.

Photo Equipment: Recommended optics includes telephoto lens up to 300mm, along with a zoom lens around 70-200mm in order to capture some of the surroundings. If we come extremely close to our subjects, a zoom lens such as 24-70mm can come in handy. NOTE: It is preferable that we limit the amount of equipment we take along in the boat due to restricted space and sea spray.

Snorkeling: Anyone who has not "had their fill" of whales or who would like to snorkel with the killer whales may individually make a reservation for one of the tourist center’s "Tourist Tours" on the Sunday following the conclusion of the workshop. NOTE: This is not included in the workshop fee, but we can assist you with obtaining a reduced price for the tour.

Course Leader: Ole Jørgen Liodden

Transport: There are flights to both Bodø and Narvik with connecting bus service out to Tysfjord. More information about transport options will be provided well in advance of the start date for the workshop.