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fine art nudes on the coast – five days with Len Metcalf
Fine art nudes are about exploring the beauty of the human form, and in this workshop we explore humanities connection with mother nature.
Join Len Metcalf for a five-day workshop dedicated to photographing the nude in the Australian landscape. Working in thesouth coasts’ dramatic coastline we will explore the interplay of human form and natural environment.
We are nature and nature is us. As humans we are deeply connected to the landscape.
There will be time for critique and discussion, ensuring you refine your vision and strengthen your practice. Model releases are included, giving you the freedom to use your images professionally.
The aim is simple: to leave with a cohesive portfolio of fine art nudes in nature – images that are both personal and powerful.
Places are limited to ensure individual attention and a supportive, creative group.
Itinerary
Monday depart Sydney am, lunch in transit, arrive afternoon Bermigui
Evening shoot
Tuesday - Thursday - multiple shoots on the coast, processing and critique times each day
Friday - quick morning shoot, pack up and depart after breakfast
GUEST LIMIT
6 photographers
Minimum of two photographers required to go ahead.
Once we get to four photographers attending, then we will add a second model for the trip or part of the trip.
bring
camera
a variety of lenses (50mm or 85mm - or 28-105mm & 70 - 200mm zooms), Len shoots with a 50mm equivalent prime lens, and occasionally a telephoto (120 or 150mm equivalent) Len often has a 35mm equivalent on hand too but rarely uses it.
camera pack or bag
tripod
prints or digital files of your figure images for Len to critique
your laptop or pad and processing software ( we will allocate time each day for processing, printing 4 x 6 inch prints for daily critiques)
sturdy footwear, sun protection, warm clothes and wet weather clothing
inclusions
daily shoots in nature with nude figures (one or two models depending on group size)
shoots will be natural light and in the landscape
signed model release - our model release is modelled on the one Getty images uses, so rest assured it is a good one
all meals
accommodation
Len will provide constructive critiques of your work
photographic tuition and mentoring
transport can be provided ex Sydney or bring your own and car pool (note those wishing transport from Sydney, please enquire when booking)
accommodation
Guest house, hotel, motel depending on group size
exclusions
alcohol
transport from Sydney needs to be negotiated prior to booking
fees
$100 non refundable booking fee - we need two bookings for this workshop to go ahead
$1000 deposit less booking fee $900
remainder due two months prior to departure
testimonials
“Hi Len, again my thanks and appreciation. The subject of course was a new “adventure” for me and one totally enjoyed.” — Tom Walsh
Click here to read Len's testimonials.
NB: Full payment is required 8 weeks prior to the workshop.
Click here to see full Terms and Conditions
LINK TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Andrea - An Different Name
Andrea and I have been photographing together for more than ten years now. We have built up a beautiful rapport and an extensive collection of fine art nudes. Andrea has also worked with me on previous nude photography workshops.
Andrea has recently started touring internationally as a fine art nude model, and has been getting some incredible collaborations in the most amazing places, and with some very talented photographers around the world.
She brings to our workshop an incredible depth with her intellectual understanding of the creative process.
Andrea is a recognised fine art nude photographer, and her work has won numerous competitions and is recognised in its own right. This adds lots of extra depth to our learning.
About Me
I just want to sneak into the art history books and as many photo frames and albums as I can.
I love working with photographers of all experience levels - whether you shoot every day or you're looking to do your first, I would love to hear from you. I'm happy to discuss your wild ideas or provide some of my own if you're all out.
I know that the "an" in An Different Name is grammatically incorrect. It was an ill conceived attempt at wordplay on my name. I promise I'm better at modelling than I am at wordplay.
All of the photographs included on this page are of Andrea, taken by Len, most of them taken on location on the South Coast of NSW.
