Birds on Bruny - Women-only Photography Escape

Women-only Photography Escapes by Shutterbug Walkabouts create a space for small groups of like-minded female photo-enthusiasts to spend quality time exploring the wonders of nature with their camera; a learning experience led by an attentive female photographer guide.

Engage in a range of guided photography activities, indulge in attentively prepared meals and refreshments and be delighted with a little 'me-time' too. This escape is all that you need, and deserve, for a relaxing and rejuvenating photography experience in Tasmania. 

Your confidence with your camera will grow and your personal style and technique for taking photos will develop and you'll gain an insight to post-processing techniques too. You will return home feeling accomplished by your achievements and an impressive collection of unique images to be proud of.

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'Birds on Bruny' - Women-only Photography Escape
Focusing on photographing birds on Inala Nature Reserve

• Connect and engage with like0-minded female photo-enthusiasts to discover, experience and photograph, in the company of a female photographer nature and wildlife guide. 
• Develop your photography technique from where you are presently at, and at your pace, in a non-technical manner (delivered in a non-technical manner).
• Discover a range of photographic approaches and settings for bird and wildlife photography in different scenarios - like birds perched, in flight, interacting etc
• Enjoy Tasmania's endemic birds and rich wildlife at the beautiful Inala Private Conservation Reserve on Bruny Island in Tasmania
  
• Photograph rare and endangered Forty-spotted Pardalotes from an elevated viewing platform
• In between photo shoots and tutorials, pamper yourself with a little breathing space to relax and unwind. You may like to read a book, sit outdoors with a cuppa, take a nap or go for a walk (with or without your camera)
• Enjoy meals, treats and refreshments comprising an array of locally sourced Tasmanian products and ingredients. We value colour, texture, and flavour when preparing our menus (nourishment for the body and soul - and special diets catered with advance notice)

Includes

• 3 nights’ accommodation at Inala Bruny Island – solo-occupancy room in shared cottage
  (one room is available to twin-share with a friend - enquire about details)
• Daily tutorials, photo shoots and activities with experiential tutorials and guidance
• Introduction to the birds found on Inala Nature Reserve with a 3-hour walking tour led by a dedicated Inala specialist birding guide
• Exclusive private access to Inala's world class Raptor Photography Hide
• Welcome nibblies and sparkling wine on day 1
• All meals and refreshments from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 4
• A take home ‘Guide to Bird Photography’ booklet
• A few little surprises to delight
• Personalised written critique for up to 3 of your favourite images taken during the escape
• AN INVITATION to join our private ‘Ladybugs’ Facebook group where you can engage in conversation, learning, and sharing of images.

Not included

• Flight or ferry fares to/from Tasmania
• Alcoholic beverages other than welcome drinks – BYO permitted
• All personal purchases
• Travel Insurance

• Return transfers from Hobart to Inala Nature Reserve on Bruny Island
• Pre-trip Master Your Camera session - in-person in Hobart, or online using Skype or Zoom (a dedicated private 'camera driving lesson' to introduce you to the menu, buttons and dials on your camera, or the camera you are bringing with you) 
• Post-trip private image review and/or photo processing tutorial - in-person in Hobart, or online using Skype or Zoom (a dedicated private tutorial for processing your images taken during the Escape, using Lightroom - whether it be a paid subscription or the free app on your iPad/Tablet).

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