Hampi Photo Tour

14 to 16 March 2025
2 Nights & 3 Days
Total 07 sessions including Photography + Post-processing
Basic to Advanced

Any experience level

Does this sound familiar?

You invest in a shiny new DSLR, spending your hard-earned money.
You dive into free articles, blogs, YouTube tutorials, and even pore over the camera manual.
You attend a workshop to grasp the basics of photography and post-processing.

Armed with this newfound knowledge, you head out on a wildlife safari or to an exotic location, capturing hundreds of frames. But when you transfer those photos to your laptop, disappointment sets in. The results don’t match your vision. The composition feels off, the basics slip your mind, and you miss perfect moments while fumbling with camera settings.

If this resonates, you're not alone.

The issue isn’t your camera, the techniques you’ve learned, or the workshop you attended. The real challenge lies in putting it all together in real-world scenarios. How do you create images that truly satisfy you and make you proud?

How do you read the light?
What settings should you use?
How do professionals achieve those stunning bokeh effects and shallow depths of field?
Can composition be learned, or is it an innate skill?

Disappointing results can lead to self-doubt, frustration, and even falling out of love with photography. You might find yourself tempted to list your camera on a resale platform, abandoning a hobby you were once passionate about.

But what if there’s another way?

Introducing Our Photography Bootcamp
Imagine working one-on-one with a mentor who understands your unique challenges. Someone who doesn’t just teach but guides, corrects, and inspires you to grow as a photographer.

This isn’t about classroom theory or practicing in a generic park. Our bootcamp immerses you in real-world shooting environments—national parks, scenic landscapes, birding lakes—where you can capture the subjects that excite you.

We focus on:

Mastering the Fundamentals: Beyond shutter speed, ISO, and aperture.
Practical Application: Shooting, reviewing, and improving in live conditions.
Creative Development: Strengthening your composition and storytelling skills.
Post-Processing: Enhancing your images with expert techniques.

And we do this repeatedly until you feel confident, capable, and ready to tackle any photographic challenge with a smile.

What Makes Our Bootcamp Unique?

Comprehensive Perspective: Learn to visualize, compose, and create stunning photographs in real-time scenarios.
Simplicity and Focus: We simplify complex concepts, helping you focus on what truly matters.
Results-Driven Approach: Build on your existing foundation and progress to the next level of your photography journey.

Our bootcamps are designed to take you from where you are to where you want to be. Whether you're a beginner or someone looking to refine their skills, this program is your gateway to photographic excellence.

What to Expect

Immersive Experience: At a handpicked location, with shooting points we have scouted for you in advance.
Hands-On Learning: Master your gear, control light, and think like a storyteller.
Supportive Community: Join a network of like-minded photographers, exchanging ideas and inspiration.
Personalized Guidance: Tailored advice to help you achieve your personal and professional goals.

This is more than a workshop—it’s a transformation.

Are You Ready to Begin?

Whether your dream is to capture the majesty of lions and tigers, the serenity of dreamy landscapes, or the intimacy of beautifully lit portraits, our bootcamp is where it all starts.

Get Photography Ready with us and turn your passion into breathtaking creations.

Your journey to photographic mastery begins here.

Who Should Join

This photography tour is for photographers of all skill levels. No matter if you’re a beginner or an expert, you are guaranteed to find a lot to learn and benefit from this program.

Learning about photography by reading a tutorial online is certainly one way to improve your photography. But getting out there with like-minded individuals and exploring your talents as a photographer in a jaw-dropping location is worth the time, money and effort!

Why Join this Photo-Tour?

Some of the reasons why we recommend joining a formal photography tour are:

You have the chance to learn a lot in a relatively short period.
This is a practical workshop — the theory of photography and post-processing will come alive in front of your eyes and you will be the one executing it.
You will be processing and creating images like pros and will learn end-to-end skills in bringing your vision to life.
You will learn the most complex post-processing divided into simplified sessions of over 4 hours to practice what you learn on the images you have shot.
You will get 1×1 attention from your mentor during this time and will have a lot of time to clarify your doubts and cement your skills.
You’re out and about in some of the most spectacular locations.
Visiting iconic locations like Munnar as part of a photography workshop only amplifies the inspiration you find. You feed off the energy of the other photographers and the group leaders.
You find another degree of passion for photography and landscapes that you didn’t know existed.
Revelling in the success of your peers as you share images and offer feedback to one another further inspires you to be better too.
A problem in modern photography is that too many of us are wrapped up in trying to replicate what others do. We see images on Instagram and try to redo what’s already been done. Workshops like this allow you to focus more on developing your own voice and photographic style. In the supportive environment of a photo-tour, you feel free to experiment with your approach and learn new ways of seeing the world through your camera.
What’s more, you can find new ways of challenging yourself to learn technical or artistic skills that will improve the quality of your photography.
Finally, the immersive nature of a photography workshop makes all this possible in a very short period. If you want to quickly improve your skill set and produce images with a wider visual appeal, a photography workshop is the way to do it!

Bootcamp Agenda

PHOTOGRAPHY
Master the art of capturing compelling images through visualization, technical expertise, and creative composition. These sessions focus on practical, field-based techniques to develop your skills and elevate your storytelling abilities.

Core Photography Concepts:

The Importance of Visualization: Think Like a Professional Photographer
Understanding and Working with Light:
- Reading Light and Strengthening It in Different Scenarios
- Controlling the Exposure Triangle for Creative Outputs
- Using Histograms (Tonal and RGB) for Perfect Exposure and Color Balance
Focus and Depth of Field:
- Techniques to Create Depth and Emphasis
- Creating Sunbursts (Weather Permitting) for Stunning Images

Creative Composition and Storytelling

Building Compelling Compositions:
- Balancing Visual Weight, Using Lines, Shapes, Textures, and Natural Frames
- Working with Color Theory and Balance
- Finding and Utilizing Foregrounds and Layers for Depth
Visual Storytelling Techniques:
- Identifying Natural and Dynamic Subjects
- Introducing Subjects for Narrative Impact
- Shooting from Unique Perspectives (High Points and Compressed Compositions)

Advanced Techniques for Unique Results

Exploring Rules of Photography and Breaking Them Intelligently
Working with Scale and Layers to Add Dimension
Dynamic Photography: Capturing Movement and Real-Time Scenarios
Practicing All Learned Theories with Varied Equipment (One Body, Two Lenses Approach)Pr

POST-PROCESSING
Transform your images with a blend of technical precision and creative artistry. These sessions focus on using Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) and Photoshop to enhance, refine, and create a unique visual style.

Foundations of Post-Processing

The Art and Science of Enhancing Images.
Mastering ACR:
- Hidden Features and Advanced Techniques.
- Building and Enhancing Light, Balancing Colors, and Noise Reduction.
- Leveraging HSL, Split Toning, and Curves.
Photoshop Basics for Beginners:
- Layers, Layer Masks, and Non-Destructive Workflow.
- Selection Tools for Targeted Adjustments.

Advanced Techniques to Refine Your Work

Color Theory and Creative Use of Light:
- Techniques to Create, Enhance, and Follow Light.
- Using Curves and Levels to Add Punch to Your Images.
Precision Adjustments:
- Dodge & Burn for Light and Color Control.
- Selection Tools for Detailed Enhancements.

Personalizing Your Work

Designing a Unique Style and Signature:
- Creating a Watermark to Brand Your Images.
- Refining Workflow for Consistency and Efficiency.

Photo-Tour Fee

HAMPI BOOTCAMP FEE — INR 21,000/- + 18% GST

The fee for this photography tour/bootcamp covers participation in all 7 sessions, including photography and post-processing, but does not include flights, accommodation, or meals.
Once registrations are complete, all participants will be added to a dedicated WhatsApp group. This will allow you to coordinate travel plans with fellow participants and discuss other arrangements. Rest assured, our team will be available to assist you in planning and ensuring a seamless experience.

FAQs

What payment modes do you accept?

Currently, we are only accepting direct bank transfers and UPI payments. We don’t accept cash.
If you would like to pay by credit card, write to us and we will share a payment link. This will incur an additional charge of 3%.

What gear do I need to take?

Must have:

- Camera body (two are recommended for backup, as you don’t go frequently on a trip like this), Wide angle/kit lens (18mm and beyond). If you can rent or carry a super wide angle or fish-eye (8mm and beyond) lens, it would greatly play to your advantage. Mid-tele/tele lens is also recommended.
- Laptop for post-processing with required softwares pre-installed (details will be shared in the WhatsApp group).

Optional:

- Drone: If you own a drone you can bring it on this tour for photography/videography.
NOTE: Let us know about this in advance for us to take the necessary permissions.

If you have any questions on what gear you should take, write with your queries at info@goodshotz.com

Experience/Difficulty

Basic to advanced level photography tour and workshop.
Being aware of, and reading about the following in advance can help you make the most out of this program:

- Knowledge of The Exposure Triangle

- Manual of the camera you are carrying / Have an understanding of how to change settings

- Basics of opening an image in photography software such as Adobe Lightroom or ACR

Anyone who’s over 16 can attend. Under 18 years old should be accompanied by an adult guardian or parents.

Terms

Fee

- To confirm registration, the fee is to be paid in advance.
- The final payment includes 18% GST, and the same has to be paid as per government guidelines.

Inclusions

- Photography and Post-Processing Classes

Exclusions

- Travel / Accommodation / Meals
- Anything else not mentioned in the inclusions

Cancellation and Refund

- Please refer to this page for information on cancellation and refund.

Please read the tour details carefully before making the payment. If you have any questions, feel free to write to us at info@goodshotz.com

Does this sound familiar?