LOCATION

• The venue for the workshop is the neighbouring farms of Kersefontein and Doornfontein in the Sandveld region of South Africa’s Cape West Coast. The farms are situated between Hopefield and Velddrif, not far from the picturesque fishing village of Paternoster, where we also spend a day shooting.
• Kersefontein, with its fine old Cape Dutch homestead, has been in the Melck family for eight generations. Now owned by Julian Melck,Kersefontein’s way of life and ambience is reminiscent of its rich history.
• The neighbouring Doornfontein, with its sprawling Victorian homestead, is owned by Nick and Petra Melck and it resonates the joie de vivre and creative flair of its owners.
• These multi-textured, inspirational locations are perfectly suited for exploring the art of photography.
• For more information, please visitwww.kersefontein.co.za and www.doornfonteinfarm.co.za

PRESENTERS

Anita de Villiers is a professional photographer and freelance photojournalist. Her portfolio focuses on natural and cultural history, travel, fine art and studio work. During the past two years she has exhibited at artSPACE in Durban and Imbizo Gallery in Ballito.

Willem Oets developed as a landscape and abstract photographer, but thanks to the advent of digital photography, he has discovered the magic of photographing people and now also enjoys creating personal portrait portfolios. In 2010, he was awarded first prize for his Figure in Landscape audio-visual in Italy.

BOOKING AND COST

• Accommodation for 5 nights and 6 days (4 – 9 September) is on Kersefontein and Doornfontein farms
  
• Cost: Twin accommodation R8 990 ; Single accommodation R9 600
  
• The cost is per person and includes accommodation, meals and workshop fees. Excluded are transport and beverages other than tea and coffee
  
• A deposit of 50% secures a reservation. Please note that bookings cannot be held without the payment of a deposit. The balance is payable 30 days before commencement of the workshop. Internet bank payments are preferred.
  
• Please Register online or request a Registration Form from adevill@iafrica.com.
  
• For cancellations received more than 30 days prior to the first day of the workshop, 50% of the deposit is refundable. For cancellations less than 30 days prior to the workshop, no refund is payable, unless the vacancy is filled, in which case 50% of the deposit will be refunded. If the workshop is cancelled for any unforeseen reason, you will be notified and your deposit will be fully refunded. Anita de Villiers Photography does not accept responsibility for any other costs incurred by participants.

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PHOTOGRAPHY EQUIPMENT

• SLR Digital Camera
• Tripod (preferably Manfrotto #190or #055)
• Bean Bag
• Lenses that will provide a range from wide angle (28 mm or less) to tele (300 mm or more)
• A sturdy camera bag
• Camera & lens cleaning kit
• A laptop or notebook computer with Photoshop (CS4 or CS5) or Photoshop Elements 8, 9 or 10 loaded
• A card reader for faster downloading
• Memory cards, batteries and battery charger
• An electrical extension lead and multi-plug
• Flash drive / memory stick

WHAT TO BRING

• Bring both warm and cool clothes for the unpredictable Spring weather. Dressing in layers is recommended
• Umbrella and rain jacket
• Comfortable walking shoes, a hat or cap and sun block
• A torch

HOW TO GET THERE

Please find the directions and maps on the Kersefontein (www.kersefontein.co.za) and Doornfontein (www.doornfonteinfarm.co.za) websites
Google Earth Co-ordinates: 32°54'10.32"S 18°19'50.38"E