2022 DOUBLE VISION ALASKA – THE OLD IDITAROD GANG - HOLLAND AMERICA PORTS OF CALL exclusive photo tour with Alaskan photographer Jeff Schultz.

At each of the locations, Jeff will discuss his methods for shooting images of the subject at hand and as is appropriate for the group. During each days’ outings, Jeff will also talk through his methods for making the best image at the current location with the subject at hand. He is NOT there to photograph his own images; he is there to help you take your photography to the next level. Jeff will also cover the following:

• 10 Tips to making better images no matter where you are
• Composition: Do’s, Don’ts, and New Ideas
• What makes a compelling image
• Combining shutter speeds and f-stops… and the effects of each

Besides two Canon camera bodies, Jeff brings lenses from 14mm-400mm and flash with off-camera capabilities, tripod, polarizer and split-neutral density filters.

ESSENTIAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT:

*At the very least, please bring:

1. A DSLR camera with two lenses such as a 24-105mm and a 100-400mm would be ideal.
2. Several back up batteries & charger
3. Extra media cards for your camera
4. Tripod

Ideally, if possible, please also bring:

• Additional camera body to allow you to have two different lenses available at once without the need to switch lenses. The 24-105mm and a 100-400mm make a great combination.
• Wide Angle lens such as 16-35mm or equivalent.
  (If you’d like to rent equipment while you are visiting Alaska, we recommend our friends at Stewart’s Photo Shop in downtown Anchorage. Please tell them I sent you. Visit them online at: http://stewartsphoto.com/rentals/
• Polarizing Filter - Jeff uses and recommends Breakthrough: http://breakthrough.photography?rfsn=1496441.1847a
• Graduated Neutral Density Filters:

See a complete list of the gear Jeff uses at: https://schultzphoto.com/jeffs-gear-closet/

Ground Transportation is provided in a 13-passenger van. We will leave from the cruise ship and return to the cruise ship.

The price includes:

• All aspects of the photography workshop/tour
• Round trip ground transportation from cruise ship to the locations listed.
• Picnic lunch each day except Ketchikan day. Be sure to eat breakfast before departing cruise ship.

What’s not Included:

• Air transportation from your home to and from Anchorage, Alaska.
• Personal expenses.
• Any personal gear. You must bring your own photography gear, clothing, toiletries and outerwear.
• Travel insurance

Your safety is ultimately the primary concern.

Physical Requirements: Average.  Nothing strenuous.

• Degree of Difficulty: Easy to Moderate.
• Weather Conditions: Moderate.  August temperatures range from 45° F (7° C) to 70° F (21° C). May experience rain, wind or sun. Expect Rain.
• Agility: Average to Good. Ability to walk for short durations on uneven terrain.
• Mental Requirements: A flexible and positive attitude is essential
• Photographic Skill Level: Beginning to advanced

NOTE: To participate in this photo tour, you must be SEPARATELY registered, at additional cost, for the 7-day, 7-night 2022 Double Vision Alaska Cruise on Holland America Lines. Full cruise details, pricing and registration is available ONLY through our friend and cruise consultant, Barbara Carpenter here: https://doublevisionalaskacruise.com It is NOT available through Holland America.

DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR UNTIL YOU HAVE A CONFIRMED BOOKING WITH BARBARA FOR THE CRUISE PORTION.

Cruise begins in Whittier, Alaska August 7, 2022 and ends 7 days and 7 nights later on August 14 in Vancouver, BC Canada.

Deposits:

This deposit policy only applies to the Jeff Schultz photography photo tour portion. It does not apply to the Holland America cruise portion.

Due to Alaska’s short season as well as the high demand for, and limited number of places on this Alaskan photo tour, the following payment conditions apply:

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required at time of booking. The deposit can be made online with a credit card.

The balance of the tour price is due March 1, 2022 via check or wire transfer. Sorry, but a 3% surcharge must be added for credit card payments for the balance.  An invoice for the balance will be sent at least 45 days prior to that time. Payments can be made prior to this date as well.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: 

This cancellation and refund policy only applies to the Jeff Schultz photography photo tour portion. It does not apply to the Holland America cruise portion.

All cancellation requests must be received in writing. Excluding the $500 non-refundable portion of the deposit, the deposits are refundable ONLY if we can fill your space(s) with another booking or the tour cancels. We typically have a waiting list for these trips but cannot guarantee one will be available should you choose or need to cancel.

We are sorry but we cannot offer refunds for delays or cancellations because of weather, flights, or other unforeseen reasons before arriving, during or after the photo tour. We highly recommend arriving in Anchorage 1-2 full days before the trip. Jeff Schultz Photography Inc. is not responsible for additional costs which may be incurred by such delays.

We have the right to cancel this photo tour for lack of registrants up to 60 days prior to the photo tour date. In the case that we cancel the photo tour, 100% of your deposit and payments will be returned. However, Jeff Schultz Photography Inc. does not assume responsibility for any other costs incurred by our client because of our cancellation of the trip.

We are sorry, but due to our short season here in Alaska, we are unable to make exceptions, for any reason, to our cancellation policy including medical or family emergencies.