Destination Trips for Photographers

One of photography's unique features is to be able to travel in time and space. This is the very reason the French undertook Missions Héliographiques in the mid 1800's. The ambitious missions sent photographers all over France to photograph important historical monuments. This was one of the first organized destination trips for photographers.

With this historical event in mind, Project Basho is starting to offer destination trips specifically catered to photographers. We select destinations based on careful research and actual visits to the locations. Some of the trips are teaching-oriented while others are excursions for photographing with like-minded photographers. Though they can be different in approach, one common thread is that you are using your camera to explore different cultures.

There will be opportunities for cultural exchange with people in the regions we visit. These elements will bring photographing and cultural appreciation together which is a key ingredient in producing great images.

2008 Destinations

Kanazawa/Noto Peninsula, Japan

September 1st — 13th, 2008

If you ever wanted to visit a land with a rich history and tradition, this trip will be a great introduction to the culture, people, and food of Japan.

This photographic excursion will take place in the countryside of Japan where slower lives and a sense of tradition are still preserved. Project Basho, which was started by a Japanese photographer, has chosen Kanazawa and several locations in the Noto Peninsula to be the first desitnation in Japan for this excursion program for photographers.

This one of a kind trip is organized by a Japanese photographer for photographers who appreciate the sensibilities of both Japanese culture and landscape.

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Letters from Japan:
Blog on Japan Photography Tour

Four Corners, American Southwest

October 4th — 11th, 2008

Explore the 4 Corners in the American Southwest. This one week trip in Arizona and New Mexico is a shooting trip for those interested in the history of the area, the cultural resources and architecture, and the beauty and vastness of the southwestern landscapes.

These picturesque landscapes have long attracted visitors and photographers. This trip will bring you right into the heart of the Southwestern landscape so you can experience these vistas firsthand.

This one of a kind trip is organized specifically for photographers and will include a workshop component to compliment the shooting opportunities. Travel will be a car based and accommodations will be camping and motels when available.

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More to come in 2009

In addition to these exciting trips, we are expanding the range of destinations in 2009. Again, these trips are all for photographers who want to explore other culture with your camera.

For more information about the upcoming photography trips, please contact us.

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