OVERVIEW 

Join OFFBEAT on a magical European adventure filled with the perfect blend of stunning springtime landscapes steeped in history, old world charm, comfortable accommodations, and exquisite beauty throughout the country. This adventure mixes nature photography (including landscape, astro, and even potentially wildlife photography) with a street photography component as the 8 nights and 9 days brings us from the majestic northern mountainous Julian Alps to the ancient, narrow, cobblestone towns along the Adriatic coast. This workshop/tour has it all, including waterfalls, gorse, turquoise rivers, castles, alpine scenery, blossoms galore, some of the world's most impressive caves, hilltop and island churches, and so much more.

Location: Slovenia

Dates: April 17-25, 2025

Tour Leaders*: Dave Brosha and Kahli Hindmarsh 

 ITINERARY 

April 17-19 (three nights), Lake Bled area. This workshop kicks off with us picking up up on the 17th at approximately 1PM either at the Ljubljana International Airport or a Ljubljana hotel if you have arrived days prior. From there we will relocate to the Famous Lake Bled area and spend 3 days photographing out of the area, which includes hilltop churches, northern mountainous area and Triglav National Park.

April 20-21 (two nights), Soca River Valley.   Our group will relocate to the exquisite Soca River valley, which is ripe with waterfalls, famous turquoise river, massive caves, and castles.

April 22-23 (two nights), Piran.  For the next two days, we will base ourselves out of historic Prian city. This is a Venice-like pedestrian city, and a perfect place for experiencing street photography, along with the coastal beauty of the Adriatic Sea.

* As per our Terms and Conditions, OFFBEAT reserves the right to change, at any time, the tour leader of any workshop.

 THE FINER DETAILS 

Included in fees: 

• Daily instruction & mentoring by Dave Brosha and Kahli April.
• All in-country accommodation and transportation (during the workshop).
• Daily breakfast and some dinners (Kick-Off, Finale dinner).
• Admission fees to visited castles and natural attractions.
• Lifetime membership to OFFBEAT.

Not included in fees:

• Lunches/Dinners (except finale).
• Airfare to/from Slovenia.
• Alcohol/personal effects.
• Travel insurance.

 PRICE AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE 

Cost: $6750 CAD

Spousal/Partner Supplement fee available: $3950 (includes everything indicated in the list above except photography instruction).  Please register with deposit only & contact us at sales@offbeatphoto.ca to adjust payment schedule.

Payment options: Full payment or $1500 CAD non-refundable deposit to secure a space with three further installment payments:

Non-Refundable Deposit: CAD $1500

Payment #2: CAD $1750 - June 30, 2024
Payment #3: CAD $1750 - October 30, 2024
Payment #4: CAD $1750-  January 30, 2025

Note: failure to pay by payment due date means forfeiting deposit and spot will be freed up and potentially sold to another interested participant (see more in cancellation policy below).

If unforeseen circumstances arise, participants are welcome to transfer/sell their space to another interested participant.

 ACCOMMODATIONS

This workshop is rated "highly comfortable", and our time is spent in nice 3-to-4-star hotels.  While we feel you will find it very comfortable, please note that accommodations will be shared (two participants per room). We will do our best, however, to accommodate friends/spouses travelling together.  A single supplement is available for $650 additional if you are interested.

All accommodations during the duration of the workshop dates (from kick-off to final group breakfast) included.

 TRANSPORTATION

All in-country transportation from the time of the formal workshop kick-off  (details of which to be sent to participants upon registration) to final group breakfast included/covered.

 WHAT TO EXPECT 

The workshop is suitable for participants of all levels of experience in photography.  Participants should be prepared for hikes 3-5km over some hilly terrain.

This event focuses primarily on landscape, street, and outdoor photography, but participants are free to ask questions about and practice portrait photography as well. It is worth noting that the workshop will be quite intense in order to maximize field time. Participants are not expected to participate in every aspect of the workshop/tour. It’s up to you to get out as much as you like, though of course it is recommended you give it your all.

 LEAVE NO TRACE 

We at OFFBEAT teach and live the ethics of "leave no trace" photography, which means that the utmost care is given, while hiking and photographing, to leaving zero impact on the natural environment. Participants are expected to approach this tour with the same ethics at all times.

WHAT TO BRING 

• suitable and comfortable clothing, which you can layer (we highly recommend you have an outfit that is waterproof from head to toe)
• warmer jacket
• hiking boots (we will be in potentially wet and rocky areas)
• warm hat or toque
• a headlamp or flashlight
• gloves (try to find gloves that still allow you to operate your camera)
• camera body and lenses. Our recommended lenses to bring would be one wide angle lens, one mid-range, and one telephoto lens. Other lenses are useful, of course, but those three lenses were our most frequented "go-to" lenses.
• a sturdy tripod

As well, we optionally recommend:

• water bottle
• a laptop for editing (with editing software, preferably Adobe)

 INSTRUCTORS

About Dave Brosha

Holding a passion for the world and an eye for the beauty it contains, Prince Edward Island-based, award-winning commercial, personal, and
adventure photographer Dave Brosha is on a continual journey to seek out and capture the beauty of this world – whether it’s the beauty of some of the most extreme and pristine environments in the world or the beauty of some of a person’s most personal moments. In addition to living throughout northern Canada for much of his life, Dave has also lived in Asia and has travelled extensively through both the many provinces and territories of his native country and numerous countries abroad. An explorer at heart, his images – no matter what the genre – are full of heart and soul, and are a testament to the human spirit.

About Kahli Hindmarsh

Kahli is a landscape, night and adventure photographer originally from Australia. Now spending most of her time traveling between Canada and New Zealand, her work is a reflection of her passions; travel, mountains and inspiring landscapes. Often found hiking in the mountains or chasing the aurora in the middle of the night, Kahli enjoys the challenge of finding unique scenes and interesting light. Sharing these
breathtaking landscapes with others while exploring the world is what motivates Kahli, hoping to inspire people to get out and explore for
themselves. She has found a deeper purpose within photography by sharing what she has learned from her experience shooting in the field.

 INSURANCE 

It is not only advised but required that workshop participants have trip cancellation/interruption insurance, as well as emergency medical/illness insurance and rescue coverage (proof required within 4 months of departure). Weather and other unforeseen factors can cause delays in travel, particularly from some of our more remote locations. It is the participant’s responsibility to cover any costs in the case of a travel delay of any length. Please ensure your trip cancellation/interruption insurance accommodates this possibility. By purchasing a spot you are acknowledging that you accept these conditions.

  OFFBEAT TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

Please take the time to review OFFBEAT’s Terms and Conditions, including our Cancellation Policies. You are required to agree to these in order to confirm your registration. Effective June 16, 2022.

  TRAVEL VISA 

It is the participant's responsibility to ensure they have a valid Travel Visa (if applicable/required) for the duration of the workshop.