FAROE ISLANDS 2022 (contact us for more details)
Landscape photography & editing workshop
Imagine mind-blowing landscapes, moody weather and mythical stories about the brave people that live on this group of islands in the middle of the mighty Atlantic Ocean. If this makes you feel alive and you’d love to learn how to capture these amazing landscapes in stunning photo’s, then this is your chance to join 3 professional landscape & adventure photographers / videographers on their journey to the Faroe Islands.
| Dates: | 2022 (7days / 6 nights) |
| Group size: | max 6 participants (we keep the groups small to be able to give hands-on coaching) |
| Accommodation: | Guest House |
| Room occupancy: | shared double rooms - private rooms available at extra cost |
| Price: | 2 150€ VAT incl. per person. (via bank transfer) |
During our workshop we will visit and explore many of the Insta-Famous hotspots as well as some hidden gems on the islands of Vágar, Streymoy, Eysturoy and Kalsoy, however note that as the weather conditions change rapidly on the Faroe Islands we’ll have to adapt our plan accordingly.
Our goal for you is to return with not only beautiful photos but also with memories for life. No worries by the end of the week you will have visited places like Gásadalur, Saksun, Sørvágsvatn, but remember, in adventure photography, the best decisions are those that come spontaneously.
In order to capture these stunning photos we will be in the outdoors as much as possible. With us on hand to offer our knowledge and one to one tuition, we will work with the landscape, composition and the technical aspects of the camera to bring out the best of these landscapes into your photos.
Trip itinerary
Funningur by @kristof.massoels
Day 1: Arrival at Vágar airport and meetup with the team. When leaving the airport we will first visit to the beautiful town of Bøur and the waterfall of Gásadalur before we settle in our guest-house.
Day 2: In the morning we will take a hike to Sørvágsvatn, one of the most photographed places on the Faroe Islands and famous for ‘the lake that floats above the ocean’. After lunch we discover a spectacular formation of sea stacks, one of the hidden gems on the island of Vágar. We finish our day with a sunset-shoot at our guest-house.
Day 3: Today we will visit the magical village of Saksun. When driving through the valley towards Saksun it feels as if you are part of a Lord of the rings movie. The village and its surroundings offers endless possibilities to fill a day of landscape photography. At the end of this day Davy will host an Instagram Workshop in which you will receive tips & tricks on how to show your work to the world through Instagram.
Day 4: After breakfast we visit Tjørnuvík aka ‘surfers beach’ from where we can see the famous sea stacks Risin & Kellingin for a first time. At Fossá we visit one of the highest waterfalls of the Faroe Islands. Crossing the bridge we arrive on the island of Eysturoy and make a stop in Eiði to see the famous football fields on the edge of the ocean. When we leave Eiði we can see Risin & Kellingin again but then from an other angle. Our final destination of today is Gjógv, known by its 200m long sea-filled gorge.
Day 5: In the morning we will drive up north to Vidoy, the most northern island that can be reached by car. Along the road we will make several stops (Klaksvik, Hvannasund, Árnafjørður, …). In the afternoon we will take a hike to the Funnings Kommuna, which is one of the most famous viewpoints of the Faroe Islands. If time permits, we will then drive to Norõradalur and Kaldbaksbotnur to enjoy the sunset over the ocean.
Day 6: Today we’ll take the ferry to Kalsoy and spend most of the day on this island. Highlight of the day is the hike to the Kalsoy lighthouse which showcases one of the most dramatic cliffs on the Faroe Islands
Day 7: Before we head back to Vágar airport for our flight back home we try to get the most out of our time on the islands and visit several Insta-hotspots along the way to the airport. The Kvivik igloos, the Trøllkonufingur and if time permits a second visit to the picturesque village of Bøur to finish our journey were we started it.
What’s included?
Transfer Vagar airport - Guest House on day 1 and 7
Transport on the Faroe Islands during the workshop in a shared mini van.
Accommodation in a Guest House for 6 nights
Meals & drinks (photographers-breakfast, photographers lunch and dinner (mix of cooking in group at home and restaurant)
A photographers-breakfast for 6 nights
Hands-on photography lessons in the field with 3 professional instructors
Critique & editing sessions in the evening
What’s not included?
Flight from/to Vagar (Faroe Islands)
Travel insurance & life insurance
insurance of your equipment
Strong alcoholic drinks
What to bring?
Clothing:
Comfortable clothing with several layers allowing you to put on or take of an extra layer when appropriate
Waterproof pants and jacket (absolute must)
Warm jacket / wind stopper (Strong wind is common on the Islands)
Waterproof boots or wellington boots
Gloves + warm beanie
Casual clothing for the lodge
Waterproof backpack
Technical Equipment:
Camera equipment (DSLR, mirrorless camera,… )
Smartphone (will also be used for photography)
All the lenses you can cary.
Rain covers for your equipment
A sturdy tripod that can resist the artic wind
Laptop with Adobe Lightroom CC installed if possible (trial version available on the Adobe website)
Chargers for all your equipement
Memory cards
A headlamp
A drone (if you have one)
Who are we and why should you join our workshop?
Davy Prenen: As a passionate photographer and videographer I’m at my best in nature. The Nordics therefor have always attracted me as a travel destination. When I came to the Faroe Islands for the first time 2 years ago, I immediately fell in love with this hidden gem in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean and wanted to share this experience through my photo’s and bring other landscape-photographers to this magical place. Next to a professional photographer, I’m also a social media consultant and travel blogger, so if you are looking for tips and tricks to make the Insta-perfect photo from the Faroe Islands I’m happy to share my knowledge with you. In Dec 2016, after my first trip to the Faroe Islands I was granted a take-over of the Visit Faroe Islands Instagram account to showcase my work.
Favourite Travel Gear: Fuji X series with 18-55mm XF F2.8-4 / DJI Mavic Pro / Sony A7iii met de 24-105mm F4.0
Kristof Massoels: I love being dropped off in remote places, in the middle of a sturdy environment. Off the beaten track is where my heart beats faster. The insignificant feeling that you experience while being there… In my photos i try to capture that feeling and my awe for mother nature. But also afterwards, while editing those photos i try to stay as close as possible to that place and that experience. Never to forget how dazzling it was.
Favourite travel Gear : Sony A7iii with the 24-105mm F4.0 / DJI Mavic 2 Pro
Carlos Pimentel: Travel, nature and photography in my DNA. Always looking for the best ways to capture the moment, in a photo or in a video. I get my blood boiling from the Faroe landscapes, and my first instinct is to get my camera and shoot. For me that’s the best way to experience this islands. You see this massive landscape in front of you and you try to capture it all. That’s the challenge. Working as a freelancer photographer and videographer since 2015, my experience covers a big selection of events and situations, and always adapting myself fast to any change of plans. And trust me, in the Faroe you have to be prepare for sudden weather changes every 10min. Better than being out there photographing these awesome landscapes is doing it with people who share the same passion for photography and the outdoors. I will provide you a huge pack of tips composition and editing wise to make the best of your photos pop-up, and squeeze the scene till the last drop of possibilities. Come and join us in this adventure, and we’ll make sure you won’t regret.
Favourite travel gear: Sony a6300 | Sigma 18-35 f1.8 | Glidecam HD2000
Disclaimer
We will definitely help you out getting the best shots, but we are no weather Gods. That means we can’t guarantee the best weather conditions. The Faroe Islands are located in the middel of the North Atlantic Ocean, so the weather conditions can change rapidly. Please take in consideration that the Trip itinerary mentioned on this page will be adapted ad-hoc as the weather conditions change during our trip and that we can’t guarantee that all locations listed will be visited. But like the Faroe people say: “If you don’t like the weather, wait 5 min”.
Fitness level and expected attitude
While most of our shooting locations will be accessible within a 60 minute hike from the car, we might go on a longer hike if we decide to photograph some of the mountain tops on the Faroe Islands. Nevertheless we will always operate as a group and will adapt our hikes to the fitness level of the group. (or our fitness level if the group turns out to be fitter ;) )
As the weather conditions change rapidly on the Faroe Islands we will have to adapt our planning ad-hoc to the weather conditions. Therefor we expect you to have a ‘go-with-the-flow-attitude’, to be a team player and to be open minded.
Cancellation & refund policy
We ask a payment of 50% of the full amount at the moment of registration and the another 50% 2 months before the startdate of the workshop.
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questions? davy.prenen@storiesbylight.be