10-Day Vietnam Photography Workshops
Hanoi - Hoi An - Hue - Phong Nha - Hanoi
2024 Registration Closed
Registration for September 1 to 10, 2025 now open
“Steve has had the biggest impact on my photography in the last 40 years. He’s a Pro, an Artist and an Educator.”
~Tom Hart, Ashland, Ohio
I first began visiting Cuba in 2001. At that time, it was in the process of reinventing itself from a hothouse of revolution to a tourist destination. Today, Cuba still holds its charm and unique photo opportunities, but it is not what it was when I first visited.
Like Cuba, Vietnam is beginning to awaken to the possibilities of tourism. Within five years, it won't be the Vietnam we know today; it will be a tourist destination with Starbucks and McDonald's fighting for turf. That's good for the Vietnamese, but as photographers and adventurers we are always searching for the authentic experience.
If you have been waiting for the photography experience of a lifetime, this is it.
About the Workshop
Prepare to immerse yourself in authentic Vietnam culture. For ten days we will traverse the mountains and forests of the northern region of Vietnam with Hanoi as our start and end point. During that time, we will engage with the people of Vietnam in small towns and villages, photographing and experiencing their way of life.
From Hanoi, we will fly to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An and begin our way back through the beautiful Hai Van Pass to the imperial city of Hue. In Phong Nha, located on the Con River, we will have three days of homestay on a farm with daily excursions to photograph villages and the countryside. There will even be an optional day traveling the back roads on motorcycles (alternate transport will be provided for those who do not want to ride on a motorcycle). As a special treat, we will visit the spectacular Phong Nha Cave, which has underground rivers, passages, and Cham altars from the 10th century.
And finally, back to Hanoi.
You may work with digital or film capture with any camera, from a cell phone to a DSLR. I can help you improve your photography with either.
NOTE: This is a small group workshop. Space is limited.
The Vietnam Photography Workshop is open to amateur, advanced amateur, and professional photographers who want to travel and photograph with people who share their passion for photography, have a good time photographing in small towns and villages, and enjoy good food.
This is a workshop for all levels. To participate, you don’t need to be an expert photographer; film or digital, cell phone or SLR, all are welcome.
Tuition:
$4865 double occupancy
$5375 single occupancy
Participants who have attended previous workshops will receive a 5% discount.
Included:
● Small group (maximum 12 participants)
● Tour leader throughout the trip
● Accommodation (10 nights – 3* hotels and a genuine local farm home stay)
● Breakfast every day, 3 lunches and 5 dinners
● Transportation within Vietnam (private vans and 2 internal flights)
● Local English-speaking guides as needed throughout the trip
● All activities, entrance fees and experiences mentioned in the itinerary
● All airport transfers within Vietnam
● Photographic instruction provided by Steve Anchell
Not Included:
● Flights to/from Vietnam
● Passport/visa fees
● Meals and activities not mentioned
● Travel insurance (mandatory)
● Gratuities
Enrollment for the Vietnam Photography Workshop is limited to twelve participants. Participants make their own air travel arrangements to Hanoi, Vietnam, and their return to their country of origin. Once the trip is confirmed, additional information and travel details will be provided.
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We ask that you refrain from cell phone usage during workshop sessions, including shared meals, and traveling between destinations. Exceptions are family emergencies. If you must use your cell phone for business or social interaction, please wait until you can safely remove yourself from the workshop.
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~Elise Bjorkman, Tualitan, Ore.