The Headware in Batanes Photo Tour

We just concluded our Backpack Photography Photo Tour Batanes last  Holy Week and under the sunny and windswept landscape of Batanes, Backpack Photography is thankful to The Headware for providing each of the participants a Headware they can use. Strong winds? No problem! As the headware is tight and secure enough to fit anyone’s head where an occasional cap would easily be blown out. Some girls used it for hair protection to avoid it getting sticky from dust after a long day’s journey. I for one is happy to keep the beads of sweat from trickling down my face while hiking. It can also be used to wipe out some dirt on our lenses from occacional salt water splashes. It’s a very versatile outdoor wear!

Headware collage 3

The Headware also provided us with a couple of “Loop Scarf” a new product innovation which we raffled off to our participants.

On the set of ANC ShopTalk

Backpack Photography wishes to thank ANC (ABS-CBN News Channel) Shoptalk for inviting us to guest in their afternoon talkshow. As one of the co-founders, I was able to sit down with host Ria Tanjuatco-Trillo to talk about our specialized Photo Tours and Workshops. It was an interesting 11minutes+ conversation live on air. Here are some set snaps during the interview.

Behind the cameras

Wtih host Ria Trillo

With co-guest Elaine Abonal

On the screen

Many thanks to co-guest Elaine Abonal of Surfistatravels.com (who talked about her surfing tours) for taking these snaps from my Nokia N8!

Batanes Unusual Poster

Announcing our next Batanes Unusual 3-Island Hop Photo Tour Schedule. The next dates would be on August 8-14, 2012. The October schedule to be announced soon. Read full details at the Batanes Photo Tour Page

Backpack Photography Banaue 101

We’re bringing back Backpack Photography Banaue 101 this year. This workshop is geared towards beginners starting out in photography or people who would like to refresh their photography know-how. As always BP is all about learning the fundamentals and practical tips in photography and applying the knowledge on the field. BP Banaue 101 will be held in June 9-11, 2012 and is limited to 15 participants only.

Registration Status (Update April 18, 2012):
Signups – 9, Available Slot – 15 

Read full details here.

Batanes Photo Tour 2012

Join our 3-island Photo Tour and Workshop.
Explore the verdant sights of Batan.
Spend an overnight on serene Sabtang.
And venture to the wilder coasts of Itbayat.
Experience Batanes in a new light.

Registration Closed

Registration deadline is on February 24, 2012. LIMITED to 14 slots only! Only those who paid the reservation fee will be included in the confirmed slot.

What you’ll learn during the Photo Tour

• Preparing for an outdoor and travel shoot
• Light and Exposure
• Utilizing Filters for better exposure
• People and Environmental Portraits
• Shooting Architecture
• Capturing the Sense of Place and the Moment
• Photo Sharing

Itinerary

Workshop Details

Skill Level: Any Skill Level

For whom this is for: Participants who are willing to learn more about Travel and Outdoor Photography.

Date: April 1-7, 2012 April 2-8, 2012
(Update) November 25, 2011: After checking with Seair, we found out that Seair has no flights to/fro Batanes on April 5, 2012 Maunday Thursday. We’re sliding the schedule a day to accommodate those who wish to join the 5-day Photo Tour

Venue: Around Batan Island, Sabtang Island and Itbayat Island

Workshop Fee:

Inclusive of

• Accommodations for 7days/6nights
• Meals, packed lunches, buffet dinners
• Transportation
• Travel Insurance

Requirements:

• Any camera that has Manual Controls
• Sturdy tripod
• Compass
• Flashlight or headlamp
• Your sense of Adventure

Recommended:

• Filters (ND8, Graduated Neutral Density Filters, Circular Polarizer)
• Remote or Shutter Release for long exposure
• Laptop, Netbook, iPad for Photo Sharing

Registration Closed

Registration deadline is on February 24, 2012. LIMITED to 14 slots only! Only those who paid the reservation fee will be included in the confirmed slot.

Banaue Batad Bangaan Photo Adventure

Explore Batad to Bangaan with Backpack Photography’s Banaue Photo Adventure!

Go beyond the usual Banaue tours.
See the magnificent amphitheater terraces of Batad.
Hike through the terraces to Tappia falls.
Marvel at the incredible terraces of Bangaan.
And bring home better photos and fun memories of a great trip!

Dates: May 13-15, 2011
(Deadline for registration and payment is April 29, 2011 May 6, 2011)

Closed

Fee: P9,000
includes:

• Transportation (To and from Manila and around Banaue)
• 8 Main Meals
• Accommodations
• Insurance
• Handouts

Mandatories: Participants must be adventurous and willing to hike. Porters can be requested in advance (fees on participant’s expense) • Trip will proceed as scheduled if we meet the minimum number of participants (10-15)

Itinerary:

Day 0
Leave Manila for Banaue via GV Florida at Sampaloc

Day 1
We arrive early morning in Banaue for breakfast then ride a jeep to Batad Saddle to start the hike. We’ll reach Batad proper by lunchtime. In the afternoon, we’ll explore the Batad town and then the Tappia Falls. The trip to the falls is optional: participants can choose to join or stay in the town proper. We will stay overnight in Batad and granted a window of good weather, do nightshooting.

Day 2
We leave in the morning for the Saddle and take the scenic backdoor trail to Bangaan. Porters can be hired by participants at their own expense to carry their bags during the easy trek. By lunchtime, we reach Bangaan. In the afternoon, we will explore the magnificent Bangaan terraces and the community there. We will spend the night at Bangaan.

Day 3
We’ll have mountainside breakfast at Bangaan, then leave for Banaue by mid-morning. Lunch will be at Banaue town proper followed by a closing free-for-all Photo Review Session and formal closing ceremony of the workshop. Free time in the afternoon will allow participants to do some more sightseeing or pasalubong shopping. We leave for Manila in the evening.

Suggested equipment:

• A Digital Camera (Preferred are DSLRs or other Interchangeable Lens Cameras)
• Sturdy tripod
• Filters ND8 (Neutral Density), GND (Gradual Neutral Density) and CPL (Circular Polarizer)
• Flashlight
• Umbrella or Poncho, dry bags in case it rains
• Extra batteries (cold weather makes batteries run out of power faster)

Suggested gear:

• Shirts and pants made of Dri-fit or similar fabric for the hike
• Water bottle and trail food
• Jacket or malong (it can get very cold especially at night)

Must-bring:

• Special medications (there are no pharmacies in the area)
• Extra change of clothes (especially for those taking a dip in Tappia falls)

Closed
(Deadline for registration and payment is April 29, 2011 May 6, 2011)

The Backpack Photography Batanes Travel and Outdoor June 2010 Gallery is now up. See some of the participants’ photos there.