New Zealand ICM Capture to Print Retreat
14-17 October 2022

a collaboration between Lesley Whyte and Stephanie Johnson
in association with Women in Photography and ICM Photography Magazine

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ICM Capture to Print Retreat

Come join Lesley and Stephanie on our inaugural annual ICM Capture to Print Photography Retreat which this year is based at Lake Ohau Quarters nestled at the head of Lake Ohau with spectacular views of the Barrier range and Mount Sutton on the western side of Lake Ōhau, and Ben Ohau range which dominates the eastern side of Lake Ōhau.

This four day workshop retreat focuses on landscape as the medium for you to learn how to create ICM images using a variety of ICM techniques and styles. You will be drawing inspiration from being based at Lake Ohau Station and Twizel, Templeton Steam, Templeton Bridge, Burnett Mountains and Lake Tekapo.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Return coach transport ex Christchurch
Two hour pre-tour zoom workshop to meet Stephanie & Lesley plus get to understand the basics of ICM
Photograph the intense light blue of the snow fed Lake Tekapo
Helicopter flight in the Mt Cook region to land at “Gorilla” landing site on the Burnett Mountains with 45 minute land time (weather permitting)
Ice fed waters of Templeton Stream, Templeton Bridge and river boulders plus Twizel landscapes
One of your photos printed in A3 and packaged for you to take home

WHAT TO EXPECT:

Two weeks prior to this 4-day retreat, we hold a 2 hour ICM zoom workshop where you’ll get to understand the basics of ICM. Stephanie will also take you through ICM and provide you insights into what will be covered over the four days
Prior to heading out for each photography field trip, we hold discussion sessions which cover equipment required, camera settings and technique, plus we provide hands on coaching in the field
Daily photo review sessions including Lightroom & Photoshop
Workshop on preparation of your chosen photo for print
Dedicated ICM photography mentoring
Quick Reference Card for ICM
This workshop is suitable for beginners through to advanced photographers. For this photography retreat, we do although recommend before attending that you know how to change your ISO, aperture & shutter speed.

ITINERARY:

Friday – Meet Stephanie and Lesley at Airport Gateway Motel in Christchurch for an 8.30am departure

Drive to Lake Ohau Quarters
ICM workshop at Lake Ohau Quarters to prepare you for our first ICM photography session
Lunch & dinner
Nibbles & drinks after dinner

Saturday & Sunday

ICM workshops
Print workshop
Snow capped mountain ICM workshop including helicopter flight with 45 minute land time
Twizel, Templeton Stream & Templeton Bridge and landscape ICM workshops
Sunrise and sunset ICM workshops
Lake Ohau Station ICM workshops
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Nibbles & drinks after dinner

Monday – It’s our final day, so let’s capture another sunrise before packing up and head to Lake Tekapo

Breakfast and lunch
We plan to arrive back in Christchurch around 5.00pm with drop off Airport Gateway Motel.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Return mini coach transfer Christchurch
Women in Photography face mask to wear at places that require masks to be worn
Shared luxury bunk rooms at Lake Ohau Quarters. Limited own room available at additional cost
Expert, professional and of course amazingly friendly coaching from ICM mentor Stephanie and Women in Photography’s mentor Lesley
Women in Photography A5 photo diary with quick reference cards for all the photography genres covered including ICM plus a Women in Photography pen
How to capture absolutely awesomely gorgeous ICM images
Understanding how to prepare your image for printing
Printed image of your choice in A3 and packaged for you to take home
Hands on coaching on composition to enable you to create inspiring images
Mentoring to enable you to become comfortable at working in manual; mastering the exposure triangle
Expert advice on how to manage your images in Lightroom and Photoshop
Invitation to join Women in Photography’s FaceBook Alumni group
Cooked breakfast Saturday, Sunday & Monday, lunch Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday and two course dinner with wines Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Drinks & nibbles after dinner.

EQUIPMENT & CLOTHING:

Please check this list of what to pack – click here

LEVEL OF FITNESS:

A general level of fitness is required to carry your camera backpack up small, steep and narrow paths and walking on unstable land.
Walking on rocks is also likely plus walking at night in unlit areas.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:

Return flights to Christchurch
Morning and afternoon teas although tea and coffee is provided at Lake Ohau Quarters
Travel insurance – it is strongly recommended that you take out travel insurance
Accommodation and meals Thursday night prior and Monday night post tour staying at Airport Gateway Motel in Christchurch – these can be arranged for an additional $400 per person share twin.

HOW TO BOOK:

You can secure your place with a $500 deposit by clicking “REGISTER” on the retreat webpage - NZ ICM Capture to Print Retreat, the balance payable 21 days prior.
Want to know more about this retreat – contact [email protected]

NOTE:

Maximum number of attendees is 11
Activity is weather dependent and sequence of photographic opportunity may vary
Stephanie & Lesley are staying in Christchurch the night before and the night after, if you’d like to join them, this can be arranged at an additional cost of $400 per person share twin.

COVID-19:

Women in Photography has the necessary protocols in place to operate under the Covid-19 Protection Framework red, amber and green levels. For your safety, that of your fellow passengers and those leading leading Women in Photography’s events, we are have robust processes in place to ensure that we can operate safely at red, amber and green levels of the COVID-19 Protection Framework. Click here to know more about this policy and the requirements of you as an attendee.