PHOTO TREKKING

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PHOTO TREKKING TO PIANI DI  ARTAVAGGIO


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When

The photo trekking to Piani di Artavaggio takes place in winter

Duration

The photographic trek to Piani di Artavaggio takes place in one day

Group size

Maximum number of participants: 7

Difficulty

Moderate trekking 

Elevation gain: 1060 m

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PROGRAM

We will reach the Piani di Artavaggio following the path that goes up from the village of Moggio and we will begin our trekking with snowshoes. This excursion is not very demanding as we will cross the Piani di Artavaggio enjoying a very suggestive view on all the surrounding mountains, in particular the Resegone, the Grigne, the Zuccone Campelli, the Pizzo dei Tre Signori, the Monte Sodadura (elevation gain: 1.056 m)

The snowpack will allow us to experiment with techniques to photograph in such special lighting conditions, playing with backlighting and using filters.

We return in the afternoon to Moggio following the same path as the outward journey.

 

Meeting point: in the village of Moggio at the cable car parking area at 9.00 a.m.

The program may undergo changes in the course in relation to the weather conditions.

 

Topics covered during the photo trekking

  • landscape reportage: observing nature and communicating one's gaze on the world through photography
  • the search for one's own personal style: images as an expression of one's Self
  • photographing the snow: problems and solutions
  • the composition: choice of framing, the rules and how to break them, the close-up and the balance of the image
  • the tripod: how to use it in the best way
  • the choice of lens: depth of field, shooting angle and creative use
  • the camera settings: ISO values, shutter and aperture, white balance, focus, advantages of shooting in Raw and in manual mode
  • the light: adjust the exposure to obtain the maximum dynamic range
  • the use of filters: the polarizer, the Neutral Density (ND) and Gradual Neutral Density (GND) filters and how to use them in long exposures
  • multiple exposures, panoramas and the HDOFR (High Depth Of Field Range) technique

 

During the photo trekking the participants are also invited, if they wish, to a constructive exchange of experiences and ideas.

 

Route map

QR code Piani di Artavaggio photo trekking map

WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU

Photographic equipment

REQUIRED

  • DSLR or mirrorless camera
  • memory cards
  • charged and reserve batteries
  • lens: you can bring a wide angle, a normal or a telephoto, according to your availability
  • tripod
  • photo backpack (capacity 40 - 50 liters) with waterproof cover

 

RECOMMENDED

  • photographic filters (circular or plate): polarizer and, if available, Neutral Density and Gradual Neutral Density filters
  • remote control/shutter release cable
  • L bracket
  • USB power bank and battery charger
  • teleconverter
  • waterproof cover for camera and lens
  • cleaning kit for lenses and filters

 


Trekking equipment

REQUIRED

  • hiking boots or after-ski shoes suitable for wearing snowshoes
  • technical winter trekking shirt and trousers
  • heavy fleece
  • technical winter socks
  • technical top for women
  • down jacket or breathable warm jacket
  • windproof and rainproof jacket with hood or waterproof cape 
  • beanie and gloves
  • trekking poles
  • crampons and snowshoes
  • sunglasses
  • bottle of water (at least 2 liters), thermos with hot drink (autumn)
  • head torch with charged battery
  • Recco® device
  • first aid kit

 

RECOMMENDED

  • neckband or bandana
  • softshell
  • change of clothes
  • gaiters
  • protective sunscreen and lip balm with sunscreen
  • multipurpose knife
  • altimeter and compass
  • hand and foot warmers
  • dry bag (multipurpose waterproof bag)
  • whistle (if not integrated into the chest strap of the backpack)
  • small foam mat

 


WHAT IS INCLUDED

BEFORE THE PHOTO TREKKING

  • the conception and planning of the photographic trek in every detail, which include: knowledge of the area, the use of applications to find the days with the best light conditions, monitoring of weather conditions, the preparation of maps and cards
  • the inspections necessary to choose the points from which to photograph the landscape and verify the data provided by the applications, check the practicability of the paths and guarantee the carrying out of the photographic trekking safely
  • the sending by e-mail of all the useful information relating to the photo trekking and my willingness to answer any of your doubts or requests regarding the organization and photographic and excursion equipment

 

DURING THE PHOTO TREKKING

  • the service of conducting along the photo trekking route (I am a qualified trekking instructor, id number 2799559 )
  • training activities in landscape and nature photography techniques, and in the expression of a personal style
  • education in the photography ethics and in sustainable behavior for the environment
  • individual and personalized photographic assistance for the entire duration of the photo trekking
  • the compulsory personal insurance policy valid during the photo trekking

 

AFTER THE PHOTO TREKKING

  • one hour of tutoring and consultancy (individual and personalized) online on the post-production of the shots you took during the photo trekking

 

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

  ❌ transport to and from the starting point of the photo trekking

  ❌ packed lunch

  ❌ any your personal expenses

  ❌ everything that is not specified in "What is included"


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