Red Sails in Greenland Photo Workshop

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Greenland is a mysterious land and home to many of the planet’s most spectacular icescapes. Join us on an incredible 6-day workshop as we photograph pristine icebergs and frozen landscapes aboard the iconic red sailboats! By using 2 boats, we'll be able to strategically place them for the best photos. Our sailings will take place in the evenings under the golden glow of the midnight sun. We'll be out quite late at night taking advantage of the best light. This is also a prime time for whale watching and they can often be seen swimming right next to our boat!  Workshop is all inclusive once you arrive in Greenland. 

Tuition

  • $5995
  • All Inclusive

Max Group Size

  • 2 Large Sailboats
  • 8 Students per Boat

Instructor(s)

  • Kevin McNeal
  • Vincenzo Mazza

Physical Intensity

Red Sails in Greenland Photo Workshop

Highlights

  • Sail next to some of the greatest icebergs on Earth. By using two highly photogenic red sailboats, we can position them perfectly for photos.
  • Midnight sun special!  July is when you get the most beautiful light in Greenland. We'll be out late into the night to capture best conditions.
  • During our 6-days together we'll photograph Greenland's primitive wilderness, isolated villages, marine wildlife, and pristine icebergs.
  • Each evening will be spent at one of Greenland’s 4-star hotels, where we'll enjoy local food and fabulous 3-course dinners. Workshop is all-inclusive.
  • This is prime time for whale watching and it's likely we'll see them swimming right next to our boats!
  • Learn many new photo skills and techniques from award-winning photographers.
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The Whales of Greenland

Itinerary

The itinerary may be subject to change due to the unpredictability of weather. However, we will make every effort to optimize our shooting conditions no matter what the weather throws at us.

During this workshop, we will take advantage of the best light. Golden hour begins at 9PM, sunset is around midnight, and sunrise is at 1AM.  Because of the midnight sun, our sailings will take place after dinner and we may not get back until 2-3AM.  We will sleep in the next morning, have a late breakfast, and commence the next day's activities.

  • Day 1: Travel to Illulissat, Greenland, arriving no later than 5PM. We'll get settled into our hotel, have dinner, and depart to the Icefjord. We sail among some incredible icebergs and photograph the gorgeous colors of the twilight. We return to port well after midnight.
  • Day 2: Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a post-processing session and leisurely afternoon.  After dinner we sail into the Icefjord, visiting several small settlements to the south, including Kangia, Qasigiannguit, and/or Ilimanaq. Greenlandic settlements tend be colorful, and full of character. On our journey back to port, we hunt for open water icebergs, castles, towers and archways, which come in a staggering variety of shapes and sizes.  Expect another late night arrival.
  • Day 3:  We take time to catch up on some much needed rest this morning. After lunch, we hop aboard our boats to visit the small settlements of Oqaatsut or Rodebay. We enjoy dinner at a small restaurant with a big history. Late in the evening we head back to Ilulissat and begin a night hike to Sermermiut and the nearby Sermeq Kujalleq glacier. This is where all of the Disko Bay icebergs begin their journey and the views are striking. The hike is about 1 hour each way with minimal elevation gain. We will have plenty of stops along the way to enjoy the beautiful light, while keeping an eye out for the local wildlife.
  • Day 4: Breakfast is followed by another post-processing session. That afternoon we do a hike out to the Icefjord where we can watch for whales and fly drones. After dinner we once again set sail, skirting around the Icefjord in search of the best compositions and light. This area is a UNESCO world heritage site with myriad photo compositions.
  • Day 5:  After breakfast we spend a couple hours in the classroom. By this point in the expedition, there will be mounds of photos to process and plenty of questions to be answered. As evening falls we once again set sail in search of icebergs, wildlife and gorgeous light! We strategically place the boats at the best angles for photography.
  • Day 6:  After a hearty breakfast we have a farewell meeting, and say our goodbyes. Airport transfers are included.
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Greenland Red Sails Photography Workshop
Greenland Red Sails Photography Workshop
Red Sails in Greenland Photo Workshop

The Beauty of Greenland

Greenland Red Sails Photography Workshop
Greenland Red Sails Photography Workshop

Pricing

$5995/Person + Tax

Trip Includes

  • 5 nights double occupancy lodging, 4 star hotel.  Single supplement adds $1600.
  • Breakfasts and dinners at Greenland's best restaurants
  • Private boat charter on 2 red sailboats
  • Photography guiding and instruction throughout the trip.
  • All transportation during the workshop along with airport transfers
  • Port taxes and fees
  • Pre-Workshop Zoom Meeting

 

Trip Does NOT Include:

  • International flights to/from Ilulissat, Greenland.
  • Alcohol, snacks, beverages
  • Lunches
  • Visa (if applicable)
  • Gratuities for Instructors and boat crew

 

A 50% deposit is required to secure your spot.  The remaining balance will be charged 120 days prior to the workshop.  Please see our Terms and Conditions for more details.

*Note: We cannot offer the 10% Loyalty Discount on this workshop as it involves multiple third party collaborations.

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Additional Information

  • Sometime in late 2024 we'll send you more information for booking your flights. For now, flight schedules are not published that far in advance. Most travelers coming from the US will want to fly via IcelandAir.  They have regular direct flights from Reykjavik KEF Airport.
  • It is very likely that we will experience every type of weather. Warm sunshine, gale force winds, and rain are all possible within the same day. See the gear list below.
  • We highly recommend travel insurance to cover any non-refundable fees or medical costs. We have partnered with Squaremouth, a website that allows you to compare policies from multiple providers.
  • Greenland is absolutely stunning from the ground, but it is equally amazing from above. If you own a drone, you are welcome to bring it along.  However, you must be highly skilled in manual take-offs and landings (i.e. from your hand) in order to fly from the boat.
  • The instructors will be available throughout the trip to help you with your shooting settings, images, and post-processing.
  • Mild to moderate hiking is required to reach some locations.
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Red Sails in Greenland Photo Workshop

Recommended Camera Gear

  • Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera Body (we recommend having 2 bodies to cut down on lens changes).
  • Wide angle lens in the 16-35mm range.
  • Mid-range zoom lens in the range of 24-100mm.
  • Long telephoto lenses will come in handy for landscape compression, and wildlife encounters. We recommend a 100-400mm for maximum flexibility.
  • Circular polarizer filters for your lenses.
  • Extra batteries, memory cards, and cleaning supplies.
  • Cover for your camera/lens to protect against high winds and rain.
  • Camera backpack.
  • Tripod (optional - only for shooting from the shore).
  • Monopod (optional - if you struggle to hand-hold a larger lens).
  • Drone camera and extra batteries for aerial photography (optional).
  • Laptop if you wish to backup your photos or follow along during the post-processing instruction.

Personal Gear List

  • Sturdy waterproof hiking footwear, hiking socks, and quick-dry pants.
  • A rain jacket with hood along with several warm layers.
  • Sunscreen, Sunglasses, Hat, Beanie, and Gloves
  • Water bottle or hydration bladder.
  • Hiking poles if you like having them.
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Kevin McNeal

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Kevin McNeal is a Washington-State photographer who is passionate about photographing grand landscapes that reflect the most unique places on earth. Capturing moments of magic light and transferring this to print is the ultimate goal. His images hold a combination of perseverance, patience, and dedication to capture landscapes in fresh ways. The stories of how these images are rendered come across in the feelings the images convey. He has traveled all over North America, shooting diverse landscapes and finding remote places with the hope that we can convey to the public that this earth is worth caring for. His award winning images can be seen in galleries and showings across the United States.  He was recently invited to the Art Wolfe Art Gallery for the Environmental Photography Invitational. Kevin was the grand winner of the Landscape category for the Natures Best Magazine and was selected for the Smithsonian National Museum of History in Washington D.C..  He is a regular contributor to publications like Outdoor Photographer.

Artist’s Statement

“I believe that the Earth shares secrets with us that only can be discovered by trying to understand our position on this planet. We are never fully intimate with the planet but are given brief moments that make our souls want more. These glimpses of nature’s power are fleeting and never the same twice. I also believe it is important to share with those who want it. The treasures that await us given the patience that is out there. What I try to do is bring some of that magic to my images to share with the rest of the world. Each of my images tells a story that everyone can relate to in some way whether it is success, fear, or challenging oneself to overcome obstacles

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Vicenzo Mazza

Vicenzo Mazza

Vicenzo's biggest dream is to succeed in telling even a small part of the poetry of nature. When he looks through the viewfinder of his camera it’s as if everything comes together. In that very moment all his personal stories, passions and life experiences make sense.

When he was 17 he took his first photos with a friend’s SLR. For many years he had to combine his passion for photography and nature with his former job as a computer graphics designer.

Now, being a full-time landscape photographer and outdoor and glacier guide in Iceland, he's found a balance between his passions and ambitions: He can dedicate himself to my photography and has time to share his passion during photographic tours and workshops with others.

Photography has given him the opportunity to have amazing experiences. When he think of the mighty glaciers in Iceland, the magical northern lights or the silence of the wilderness in the Italian mountains, he realizes that he wouldn’t be the same person if he hadn’t witnessed all of this. Regarding his approach to photography, he is a storyteller, with photos that are the result of passion, creativity and technical skills in the field, but most of all, an expression of his unconditional love for natural landscapes.

Vicenzo's images are authentic, they are a faithful representation of the reality at the moment of the shooting. He never does any composites because he values the experience in nature more than anything else. Nature is so impressive, inspiring and magnificent! If he created composites by mixing up places and different moments, he wouldn’t be the storyteller that he wants to be.