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ADVENTURE PHOTO EXPEDITIONS Albuquerque, New Mexico United States www.adventurephotoexpeditions.com
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Overview

Carole Devillers dodged bullets to record political uprisings, rode jungle rivers in dugout canoes, trekked tropical trails, witnessed voodoo rites, rode camels in the desert, piloted private planes, chased and flew in hot air balloons, and surveyed crops in India. During that time, she also guided Captain Jacques Cousteau and his Calypso crew as they explored Haiti, guided a National Geographic staff writer in the sub-Saharan region of West Africa and a National Geographic staff photographer in Haiti. She’s now ready to take YOU on Adventure Photo Expeditions, on and off the beaten path.

Expeditions and weekenders are aimed at amateur and serious photographers and are limited to six to eight participants. They are NOT technical workshops – so you need to have a good practical knowledge of your camera equipment, whether it’s film or digital. They are travel opportunities designed to help you sharpen your photographic skills hands-on in the field, and to learn how to see and capture the spirit of place through composition, light and choice of subjects. Yet, if you are not a photographer but have a spirit of adventure, have an appreciation for light and natural beauty, and don’t mind early rising, you are welcome to join them. With Adventure Photo Expeditions, you will discover the lesser known sites of the region in the hours of day most captivating and best suited for photography (rarely taken into account by regular group tours), experience the spirit of adventure and exploration, develop better understanding of world cultures, and appreciate with all six senses the natural beauty of our planet.

Do not be concerned if you don’t have a 600mm lens like that used by a fellow travelers or expensive photo equipment (better but not necessary). Many good photos have been taken with a point-and-shoot – Cartier-Bresson only shot with a 50mm leans. What is most important is your eye, together with light and composition. And for that, Carole will be at hand to share her expertise with you and give you advice along the way on how to improve your photography. You will also have the opportunity to watch short digital presentations of her work ahead of a shooting excursion so that you know what to expect and how to photograph it best.

Trips will help you develop skills you may think you don’t have in photographing people and documentaries as Carole will bring her photojournalistic experience acquired in the field during 25 years of living in third world countries. Since a few excursions will be taken for the first time, you will have the opportunity as well of observing how a photographer explores and goes about capturing story-telling images of a new area. And, last but not least, at her contact, you will deepen or rekindle your passion for photography.

Remember, ”The real voyage of discovery lies not in finding new lands, but in seeing with fresh eyes.” Marcel Proust

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Travel & Industry Awards

2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Hubbard Museum of the American West
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Expo New Mexico
2004 Digital Fine Art Society of New Mexico
2005, 2006, 2008 Black&White Spider Awards & Nominees
2006 International Color Spider Awards
Featured in National Geographic's cable TV program Explorer "On Assignment..."
2007, 2008 El Palacio Magazine award
2008 Best Photography - New Mexico Arts & Crafts show

Affiliations

Digital Fine Art Society of New Mexico

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Reservation Policy

RESERVATIONS: Made on a first-come, first-served basis. A $1,000 deposit (which includes a $75 non-refundable registration fee) is required on our expeditions to New Mexico and abroad (or as indicated in the itinerary section), and $200 to $300 on our weekenders (as indicated) (which includes a $75 non-refundable registration fee), which can be paid by check (preferred) or via Paypal (with a 3% or 5% Paypal fee accordingly). The balance is due at least 60 days prior to departure date for expeditions (unless otherwise noted), and 45 days for weekenders.

Cancellation Policy

CANCELLATION: Any cancellation must be done in writing, cancellation being effective on the date it is received.
EXPEDITIONS (other than India): With the exception of India expeditions (see below), deposit is refundable in full (minus Registration fee and any Paypal fees) if cancellation is received at least 91 days prior to the start of the expedition. Exceptions apply in case our contractors require a non-refundable deposit, in which case that amount will be deducted from refund.
From 90 days to 61 days prior to start date, a cancellation fee of $1,000 will be retained.
From 60 days to 31 days prior to start date, a cancellation fee of 50% of cost will be retained.
From 30 days to 15 days prior to the start date, a cancellation fee of 75% of cost will be retained.
From 14 days or less prior to the start date, you will forfeit all fees and no refund will be due.
Non-recoverable deposits or cancellation fees incurred by us from contracted parties, as well as Paypal fees (if after 60 days from payment), will not be refunded at any time under any circumstances. Paypal will refund its fees within 60 days of payment.
WEEKENDERS: Cancellation needs to be received 45 days prior to the start date to get a full refund (minus Registration and any Paypal fees).
From 44 days to 15 days, a cancellation fee of 50% of cost of weekender will be retained.
From 14 days prior to start date, no refund will be due.
Non-recoverable deposits or cancellation fees incurred by us from contracted parties as well as Paypal fees (if after 60 days from payment) will not be refunded at any time under any circumstances. Paypal will refund its fees within 60 days from payment.
INDIA EXPEDITIONS: The $1,000 deposit becomes non-refundable after the deadline date indicated on itinerary. The registration fee of $100 is non-refundable.
From 90 days to 61 days prior to start date, a cancellation fee of $25% of balance will be retained.
From 60 days to 31 days prior to start date, a cancellation fee of 50% of balance will be retained.
From 30 days to 15 days prior to the start date, a cancellation fee of 75% of balance will be retained.
From 14 days or less prior to the start date, you will forfeit all fees and no refund will be due.
Non-recoverable deposits or cancellation fees incurred by us from contracted parties as well as Paypal fees (if after 60 days from payment) will not be refunded at any time under any circumstances. Paypal will refund its fees within 60 days of payment.