CONTACT: Tenley van der Wal, [email protected]

This on-water photography workshop is the perfect gift for the photographer in your life!

Award-winning Onne van der Wal is one of the preeminent maritime photographers in the world. In this exciting auction package, you will experience one of Onne's small group photography workshops and learn to photograph gorgeous classic yachts as they race in Newport Harbor during the IYRS Newport Classic Yacht Regatta. The workshop takes place onboard the Gansett.

WHEN:

Sunday, September 5, 2021. Meet in the Onne van der Wal Gallery at 1 Bannister's Wharf, Newport, RI 02840 at 11:00 am for a brief overview then head to the dock to shoot the "Parade of Sail". Board the Gansett at approximately 12:15 and arrive back at the dock at approximately 3:30.

INCLUDES:

A day of on-water photography for 1 person with Onne as he discusses composition and technical camera settings as he shoots and wanders the boat offering help with your own gear. He will answer all questions and offer his tips and tricks of the trade! A boxed lunch will be provided.

Gansett offers water, beer and wine to purchase. Onne will hold a raffle featuring items from his photo sponsors like Think Tank, Manfrotto, Canon, Lexar, and his own gallery.

ABOUT THE BOAT:

Gansett is a stable, comfortable boat with cushioned bench seating, a hard top over the bottom deck (shade!) and a top deck which is higher for great shooting perspective. You can also shoot from the bow. Captain Jeff is an excellent captain and with Onne's guidance, puts us in the best spot for action, good light and great timing. We have a central area on the bottom deck for storage of camera bags (soft bags only - no cases please and NO TRIPODS). Must wear boat friendly shoes and bring jackets and sunscreen.

WHAT TO BRING:

Bring it all! Bring every lens you can fit into your bag and many people also rent a lens that they might not have in their arsenal. We will be close and far from amazing things to shoot. No hard (Pelican type) cases, no tripods, and no flashes needed for the most part. Bring a rag to wipe salt spray off your lenses - it happens - even though the boat is a fairly dry ride! Bring your polarizer if you like and definitely bring a spare CF Card (or three) - you will need them!

ABILITY/ WHO CAN COME:

Anyone with a DSLR or mirrorless camera and a basic understanding of how to use it is welcome. NO point and shoots. If you have a disability or mobility issue, you will be comfortable on the lower deck and will have plenty of good shooting from there.

WEATHER and CANCELLATION:

Each event has a weather day built in on either side of our scheduled trip. We try to use the day AFTER the event but in some cases might choose to go a day prior. We will give as much notice as possible and will be in contact with everyone as the dates approach. Weather days are used when it will be uncomfortable for students to be on the water. High winds, rain and storms will delay our workshop. Clouds and light rain will NOT. Please plan your schedule accordingly.

Donated by Onne van der Wal

CONTACT: Tenley van der Wal, [email protected]