San Paintings

Basic Photography Course & Stargazing Weekend

Presented by Pine Pienaar

Ganora Guest Farm
7 km's outside Nieu Bethesda (about 50 km's from Graaff-Reinet)

Join well-known photographer Pine Pienaar for an exciting, informal weekend
where you'll not only get to know your camera, but also enjoy the stars and
some good company! Seats are limited, so you'll receive hands-on, personal
attention.

Nestled below the Compassberg, Nieu Bethesda is an oasis in the arid Karoo.
This village, left behind in time attracts those seeking peace and
tranquility.

The program includes:

Two photography theory sessions ~ cover camera controls, functions and menu's

Stargazing and viewing through 10 inch deep space telescope, an astro talk and viewing through 10 inch deep space telescope (weather permitting)

Outdoor workshop in the beautiful Karoo landscape

Indoor portrait lighting workshop where you'll photograph some colourful characters.

A visit to Helen Martins' Owlhouse

JP will share his private fossil and artefact museum with you by showing you all the family has found in the past few years.

Guided talk on Ganora's Bushman paintings that date back to 10 000 years will for sure interest you. There are 28 000 year old bushman engravings at Ganora - these'll make for amazing photographs.

An evening of Karoo stories around the fire.

Home-cooked meals and tea's.

Requirements

Camera (recommended minimum, 5 Megapixels) and a pen, everything else is provided.

Cost

R2 950 per person (Everything included except for transport and
alcoholic drinks.) Cost excluding accomodation ~ R 1 975 per person
A 50% deposit is required on bookings and a 10% cancellation fee applies.

Bookings

Please book ahead of time, as there is limited space available
Phone Hester on 049-8411302 (office hours), or send and email to info@ganora.co.za

 

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