Tuscany Digital Workshop

May 1, 2005 –
May 10, 2005

The Tuscany Digital workshop is a unique hands-on learning experience for beginning and intermediate digital photographers. While surrounded by the beautiful Tuscan landscape, we will cover all aspects of the digital process. You will learn how to get the most out of your digital camera, a selection of essential Photoshop tools and techniques for enhancing your digital image, and practical creative instruction on how to shoot great travel photography.

Photos by Ralph Daniel

While living in a classic Tuscan villa, we will visit wineries and cheese makers, wind through the tree-lined streets to discover ancient Etruscan ruins, relax in the sulfur hot springs, linger in the silence of thousand year old chapels, and explore the many other treasures of central Italy; all in beautiful light at the best times of day when your pictures will capture the magic and essence of springtime in Italy. In May, when Tuscany is in full bloom, the rolling hills and majestic vineyards of the local countryside are a visual feast. New life is sprouting everywhere you turn, and we will guide you to all the best spots in this photographer’s paradise.

Each day will be filled with digital camera and Photoshop instruction, guided travel and street photography, nightly talks on our images of the day, and a Q&A discussion of how to best achieve your personal vision both creatively and technically. Whether you want to obtain a thorough grasp of your digital camera’s functionality, learn the most helpful photographer-specific Photoshop techniques, discover how to shoot more dynamic vacation photos, or simply enjoy a guided photo tour of Tuscany while staying in a beautiful villa, the Tuscany Digital workshops have something for photographers of all levels.

Photo by Eric Alan Pritchard

Our hosts at the villa, Carlo and Diana of Il Paradiso di Frassina, have created an inspirational atmosphere. Their Brunello winery is situated in the valley just below the famous town of Montalcino, and is ideally suited for sharing a glass of the local wine and enjoying our evening meals after a full day of digital techniques and photographic exploration.

Workshop Fees

$2795 workshop fee includes all instruction, shared accommodations, breakfast (9 days), dinner with wine (9 days), shared rental car, gas, entrance fees. Companions are welcome and included for a fee of $2100. Class size is limited to 12 people. Upgrade to single (non shared) accommodation for $500 if available. Deduct $200 if you rent your own vehicle. Students should plan on arriving Sunday May 1st and departing Tuesday May 10th. You can either fly into the Peroltola Airport in Florence where mid-day flights will be met and assisted. It is also possible to fly into Rome and rent a vehicle for the easy and beautiful 3 hour drive to the villa.

More Information

To find out more or reserve a spot in the workshop, download the Application Form PDF or email info@digitalworkshop.ralphdaniel.com or call 404.872.3946.

To see more work by Tuscany Digital hosts Ralph Daniel and Eric Alan Pritchard, please visit their web sites:

Ralph Daniel – www.ralphdaniel.com
Eric Alan Pritchard – www.eapfoto.com