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Special Offer

Until the 29th February 2012*
2 Nights' Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Get away from it all on a welcoming short break in the magnificent surroundings of Friars Carse Hotel.

£95 per person per break

*Excluding 20th & 21st January and 10th & 11th February


Romantic Break

2 nights Dinner, Bed & Breakfast including Sparkling Wine and Chocolates

1st November to 31st March 2012
£140 per person per break


Photography Retreat Weekend

with Duncan Ireland

Indulge your passion for photography with a creative break
in the beautiful surroundings of Dumfries and Galloway.

We are hosting a photography retreat for those wishing to improve their photography skills under the instruction of local professional photographer Duncan Ireland. Throughout the weekend you’ll receive expert tutorage to develop your photography technique, style and understanding of the latest technology in photography through a series of presentations and demonstrations. Then you’ll be able to pick up your camera and head out to put theory into practice around Dumfries and Galloway’s uniquely beautiful landscape.

Friday Evening
  * Meet and greet with an introduction to the weekend
  * Dinner
Saturday
  * Breakfast
  * Presentations:
      Photography fundamentals, inspiration and myth busting
      Techniques for successful image making
      Overcoming common pitfalls
  * Photo excursion - putting theory into practice*
      Pre-visualisation and capturing your vision
  * Packed Lunch
      Style and subject selection
      New and innovative techniques
  * Return to Friars Carse
      Post production and workflow
  * Dinner
  * Information, question and answer session and
comments on the day’s shooting
Sunday Morning
  * Breakfast
  * Photo review session, comments and discussion
  * Departure (noon)

 

£172 per person including meals as described and photography course
£112 per person including meals
for non-participating partners or guests


What to Bring With You
Please bring your camera, outdoor clothing and sturdy footwear. Further details will be issued as ‘joining instructions’ prior to the event.

About Duncan Ireland
Duncan is a freelance photographer, based in Moffat, Dumfries and Galloway. He has developed a candid, reportage style capturing a wide range of subject matter from the stunning Scottish landscape to press, wedding and event photography. Duncan’s craft relies on a strong foundation in the fundamentals of exposure, composition and timing, aided by cutting edge technology and a willingness to defy convention to capture eye-catching results.

* Will require a short drive away from Friars Carse Hotel so please be prepared to travel in your own vehicle. In the event of very wet weather an alternative indoor contingency will be prepared.


The above offers are subject to availability and are based on 2 persons sharing standard twin/double accommodation.
Single and Feature Room Supplements apply.