Ciao Bella…
As you will know by now the response to our Secret Retreat Workshop 2016 has been phenomenal and places are strictly limited, so we anticipate that the workshop will be booked up very quickly as it was last year. In order to secure a place we suggest doing so as soon as you can to avoid disappointment.
Please take a moment to read through the FAQ’s below. If you have any questions we are on hand to help.
Be a part of the magic and book your place now…
Frequently Asked Questions…
I f you don’t find the answers you need here please email us or ask in the . .
- airport transfers from Naples airport on 13th Sept and back to Naples airport on 17th Sept (flights outside these dates may incur additional costs)
- your own room – a double/twin for single occupancy
- all workshop classes/shoots
- all meals from welcome dinner on 13th Sept to breakfast on 17th Sept – transfers throughout the workshop
- a few surprises along the way!
I’m coming with another photographer/friend – can we share a room? Yes of course. If you share a twin room it’s €1515 per person – a saving of €80 each off the workshop price.
How many people will be attending the workshop? There will be 25 attendees
Will everyone be shooting at the same time? No! This aspect of the workshop it crucially important to us as there is nothing worse than a bun-fight! The attendees will be divided into smaller groups and assigned a time to photograph each styled shoot. This allows for plenty of time per person and per group but also the opportunity to engage with our couples on an individual basis. For the in-between times there will be plenty of other lovely things to capture and creative challenges too.
How will the days be organised? Each day we will be heading out and about for the practical side of the workshop. We will be photographing our gorgeous, styled couples in and around the local area at handpicked, breathtakingly beautiful sites. Mandy will be arranging and styling a whole host of stunning surprises for you to photograph. In the afternoons we return to the hotel for a lovely, lazy lunch and then get down to work on the shaded terrace where we will explore every aspect of what it is that makes a successful wedding photography business.
What camera gear do I need to bring? One camera and a couple of lenses should be fine.
Can I use the photos taken on the workshop on my website/blog? Yes of course.
I can’t speak Italian! That’s ok… but obviously if you have a phrase book bring it along as the locals are very friendly!
Where do I fly to? The nearest airport to Santa Maria is Naples. Easyjet, Monarch, Thomson and BA all fly there from various UK airports. You are responsible for booking your own flights but Julie will be able to offer assistance with flight information should you need it.
How do I get to the Hotel Mareluna in San Marco? Your transfers from Naples will be organised for you by Julie and are included in the cost provided that your flights are as detailed above. Flights outside these dates may incur an additional transfer cost.
OK, you had me at ‘Ciao’ – how do I book?
Email us …
We will then reply on a strict first come first served basis with details of how to make a payment. You will then have one hour to complete the payment of your (non-refundable) deposit. If the deposit is not paid in this time your place will be re-released to others waiting.
Due to the huge response we have had to the preview site we are certain that these places will go very quickly. To avoid disappointment we recommend you book as quickly as possible. Once the places are filled we will not be opening up any more.
What happens after I book? That is where the fun begins… You will be invited to a secret Facebook group for all the attendees and the team. The aim of the group is to provide ongoing support and friendship leading up to our Italian adventure and beyond. We will be exploring creativity and all aspects of your photography business as an open conversation throughout the lead up and it will also provide logistical help, travel advice etc for the trip.
We really hope you can join us for what promises to be an incredible week in Italy. x
This beautiful video was created by the very talented Laura Jane Dale … we think it perfectly sums up the whole atmosphere of the Secret Retreat! If you haven’t seen it then please do take a moment to have a look.
**The dates on this video are incorrect. The course runs from 13th – 17th September 2016**
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***THE SECRET RETREAT 2015 COURSE SOLD OUT IN UNDER ONE HOUR *** if you wish to secure your place on the 2016 workshop please ensure you do so immediately.
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