West Mill Basic Photography Workshop
In Southern France with George Munday
May 2-9, 2009

What: The West Mill: “French Countryside Basic Photography Workshop” offers eight days of adventure with other photographers. The itinerary includes visits to local markets, the famous Roman aqueduct Pont du Gard, charming medieval villages, fishing ports and historic cities; some portraiture and still life. Group leader, George Munday, will work with each participant on a personal level during the workshop, helping you to “see” potential photographs and produce photo’s to match your expectations. There will also be an introduction to Photoshop on the in-house computer and how it is used to enhance and correct digital images. And there will still be ample time to chill out and enjoy the local food and wine.

Where: Workshop participants stay at The West Mill, an 18th century water mill with private swimming pool and hot tub, set in a peaceful area with over 11 acres of private land, bordering the Gardon River, at the foot of the Cevennes Mountains. The Mill is located 2 km from St. Jean du Gard, a traditional French village with a weekly market (that we’ll also photograph) and has been owned and operated for over 10 years by Kirsten Apple, a resident of Falls Church in Virginia, USA. Your local hosts Victor and Johanne, a retired couple from England, have been adored by all the past workshop participants for their knowledge and humour; they also live near the West Mill and prepare your breakfast and lunch daily

Itinerary:
Day 1 (Sat): Avignon to the West Mill
Day 2 (Sun) The West Mill – Morning relaxation, afternoon at the West Mill for photographic theory and evening Photoshop Demo.
Day 3: (Mon) Morning Bambouseraie, near Anduze in the morning, afternoon “hands on Photoshop” session
Day 4: (Tue) Morning: Saint-Jean-du-Gard Market, Afternoon: Anduze by steam train
Day 5: (Wed) Morning: Uzes, Late Afternoon: Pont u Gard
Day 6: (Thu) Rest Day
Day 7: (Fri) Florac and Gorge du Tarn for photography
Day 8: (Sat) West Mill - Avignon

Who: Your instructor is George Munday; a graduate of Birmingham (England) School of Photography with many years experience. He spent 10 years working for blue-chip clients like Aer Lingus and 15 years running the largest stock picture agency in Ireland. He relocated to County Waterford in 2003 to set up Copper Coast Workshops to teach digital photography. So, whether you have been photographing for half a century or a wee, he will be delighted to to welcome you on the course. More information can be viewed at: www. coppercoastworkshops.com.
Feel free to contact George Munday @ Telephone: +353 51 292020 or Email: george@coppercoastworkshops.com

How much: The tour price: 1,400 Euro per person, based on double room occupancy.
This includes accommodation for 7 nights at the West Mill. Transportation to and from the Nimes train station or airport and all workshop exploration trips are included. All meals are covered including specially chosen 3-course gourmet dinners with local wines, and tips. Some guests photograph their gorgeous dinners! A computer is provide at the West Mill, and all instructional training. Costs not included in the price are your flight and/or train ticket to Nimes. Photography supplies and equipment are not included in the price.