
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 March 4-5, 2011 and is limited to 15 participants only. Read further for details.
Whom is this workshop for? Beginners who wants to get started on photography. Refreshers or photographers who wants to take photos in Banaue
What to expect? Cultural immersion, light hiking and output review and sharing.
Itinerary
Day 1 – The day’s initial activity are the lectures on photography. By the afternoon, we’ll get to apply the concepts through an Ifugao Cultural immersion at the Banaue Ethnic Village.
Day 2 – We start early and travel to scenic spots in Banaue including the Banaue Terraces and expect a manageable light hike at the Hapao Terraces. (Batad is also an option but depends on capability of most of the participants to undertake the strenuous hike)
Day 3 – We do a review and sharing session of images as well as formally close the workshop. We’ll have some free time in the afternoon to let the participants rest and relax before leaving for Manila in the evening.
Dates: March 4-6, 2011
Workshop Fee: P9,500
Read full details at www.backpackphotography.net

Ferdz Decena is an award-winning travel photographer, writer and blogger. His works has found print in publications such as Singapore Airlines’s Silver Kris, Philippine Airlines’ Mabuhay, Cebu Pacific’s Smile and Seair InFlight. He has also lent his expertise to various organizations like the Oceana Philippines, Lopez Group Foundation, Save the Children and World Vision, contributing quality images for their marketing materials.