Photography Workshops by Canoe - Southern Ontario - near Toronto - Sunset at Waterford Ponds

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Photography Workshop by Canoe

Half day photo workshops by canoe offer a great entry into the world of canoeing with cameras. With our canoeing photography workshops you can explore areas of Southern Ontario you would not normally have access to. Whether your interest is wildlife, macro or the larger landscape, a canoeing workshop lead by the very talented
Jim Davis is an excellent way to hone your photography skills. We operate only 1 hour from Toronto, and there is a variety of locations to choose from based on your experience levels.

 

Photography Workshops by Canoe – Grand River Valley & Brant County, Southern Ontario

What you will learn

During the photography workshop we will look at the equipment used capture your images and how to use it effectively with good technique. We will discuss how photography is about capturing reflected light, during the workshop we will talk about when the best time to shoot based on your subject. Finally we will look into bringing it all together with effective composition.

  • how to effectively use aperture settings, shutter speed, manual camera modes and more
  • how to identify and scout a subject
  • understanding light, direction of light and how it affects the image and colour temperature
  • rule of Thirds and creating flow to draw the viewer in

Price

$85 per person


During these trips there will plenty of time to go over the basics of photography or delve into more advanced skills depending on your needs. We will visit pre-selected locations shooting from the canoe or from the river bank or shoreline to maximize your chances to return with photo’s to be proud of.

We recommend you have a good understanding of your camera and equipment as well as bringing a waterproof case to protect against water damage when not in use. These affordable day trips will speed up the learning curve and help prepare you for longer adventures.

What will you need?

Things to consider when you are on a day trip by canoe

    Essential

  • digital camera – SLR or point & shoot
  • waterproof case or bag for electronics
  • rain protection for your camera and yourself
  • tripods are not necessary but definitely recommended
  • Optional

  • an extra battery for camera (optional, but a good idea)
  • extra memory cards
  • flashlight/headlamp for night shooting (if out for sunset)
  • light gloves for cooler weather
  • polarized sunglasses help on the water
  • lens cloths
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Treks In The Wild
51 William Street
Paris, Ontario, Canada


Phone: 1 (888) 292-1288
Email: info@treksinthewild.com
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Outdoor Adventures

We are located only 1 hour from Toronto. Come and enjoy the beautiful Grand River and paddle through the towns of Paris, Brantford and Cambridge. We offer Grand River canoe rentals, kayak rentals, as well as a number of local services and workshops. For the more adventurous we also do backcountry canoe trips to Northern Ontario.