October 10th to October 24th, 2010

Price: $4,100

Includes: All in-country travel, accomodation (twin share), food and entry fees from Vientiane. Single rooms are available via a single supplement fee. Please contact us for details.

Excludes: International flights, passport & visas fees, travel insurance, vaccinations and medical cover/treatment, accommodation on the night of the 24th, and personal expenses such as beverages/snacks, internet access fees, laundry fees etc.

Images of Laos

Laos – Images by Gavin Gough

The Tour Leaders

Gavin Gough

Gavin Gough is an independent, freelance travel photographer. Originally from England, Gavin is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand, from where he travels extensively, working on assignment, on commission, creating stock images, writing and teaching.

“As a travel photographer, my studio is the world outside my door and the only equipment required is a camera and a willingness to look for new perspectives. Lighting comes courtesy of whatever is available; sun, sky, tungsten and neon – travel photographers have access to it all. We are not restricted by subject or location, only by an obligation to record the world we see with honesty and compassion. More than just exotic locations and wild adventures, travel photography is about seeing our surroundings with fresh eyes and childlike enthusiasm.”

Gavin Gough works primarily as a freelance photographer, working on assignment. He has been commissioned by a variety of NGOs, humanitarian and charitable institutions and has completed commissions for organisations as varied as Sony, Vanity Fair magazine and the Vietnamese Tourist Board.

Gavin produces stock photographs for Getty and Lonely Planet images. His vibrant stock collection includes images from more than forty countries which have been reproduced in hundreds of newspapers, magazines and books and are regularly featured in publications such as National Geographic, Geo, Vogue, The New York Times, The Guardian, and many more. His stock images have appeared on everything from postage stamps to magazine covers and billboards.

When time permits, Gavin contributes articles of words and pictures to several photographic and trade publications, relating his travel experiences and offering technical and career advice to enthusiastic photographers around the world.

Tim Humble

Tim grew up in Papua New Guinea, living there for a total of 7 years. This time has lead to a lifelong interest in cross-cultural communication and an affinity with people from various cultures, not to mention a compulsive nomadic streak.

Tim holds a BA in International Development and Visual Art from Avondale College and is currently studying for a Master’s in International and Community Development with Deakin University. He also has in-depth training in Monitoring & Evaluation and Project Planning from the ADRA Professional Leadership Institute. Tim is experienced in project management, recently spending two years with ADRA Laos as project coordinator, working on water & sanitation, health education, HIV/AIDS awareness and tobacco control projects.

Tim is passionate about humanitarian and cross-cultural issues and has produced images for ADRA Laos, ADRA Australia and Metamorphic International. His website can be found at www.fotofugitive.com

Our Terms and Conditions

We hope that you will enjoy your time on our Photo Expedition. In association with our local contacts, we make every effort to ensure that the tour runs smoothly but ask you to appreciate that the itinerary is necessarily flexible. Locations and timings may vary depending upon prevailing local conditions. The following terms and conditions should cover most potential situations but please feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions or comments.

Payment:

A deposit payment of US $550 is payable at the time of registration to secure your place.

Full payment is required 60 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy:

Clients are subject to the following charges in the event of cancellations. The fee depends on the number of days notice provided before the programme begins, as follows:
 More than 60 days before the tour commencement date: 10% fee. 
30-60 days notice: 30%. 
15-30 days: 50%
. Fewer than 15 days: 100%

Cancellation fees apply to tour costs only and not to transfer flights, which will be refunded according to the airline’s cancellation policy.

 Notification of cancellation by either e-mail or phone is acceptable but must be followed by written confirmation.

In the unlikely event that we are forced to cancel a tour, as much notice as possible will be given and a full and immediate refund of the deposit will be made.

Travel Insurance:

All tour participants are required to obtain full and comprehensive travel insurance, which must include evacuation and cancellation cover. The policy duration must extend for thirty days beyond the intended conclusion of the tour. A copy of the policy schedule must be submitted to Gavin Gough prior to departure

Liability Waiver:

Participants will be required to sign a standard Liability Waiver form before the tour commences.

Responsibility:

Gavin Gough and his agents and representatives accept no responsibility for loss, damage, theft or injury to person or property resulting from the actions of Gavin Gough or his associates, their agents or any persons who provide services for the tour. Camera equipment and other possessions remain the responsibility of the owner at all times. Gavin Gough reserves the right to withdraw or conclude the tour at any time or to decline any person as a member of the tour at any time, for any reason.

Health:

It is the responsibility of the client to inform Gavin Gough of any potential health issues at the time of booking. Agreement of these terms and conditions indicates that you certify that you do not have any physical or other conditions that may hinder your participation in the tour or which might present a potential risk to yourself, the tour organiser or other tour participants.

Acceptance:

Payment of a deposit constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.

My Testimonials

The opportunity to spend time with enthusiastic photographers is always one that I’m grateful for. When those photographers who have joined me for workshops, classes and photo tours feel moved to convey their appreciation, that’s the icing on the cake. Here’s a small selection:

“I had an amazing day. Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge, insight, and experience with me. I really think this workshop made me grow as a photographer, and as a person. I have started to walk a bit more slowly, talking more with people and getting to know them better before bringing up my camera (the results were amazing). By the end of the day I have new friends and interesting stories to tell, not to mention a better knowledge and understanding of the place and its people.” Daniel Torres

“It was such a memorable experience… Your golden tidbits of instruction have stuck with me since our time together.  Thinking about things differently and digesting your teachings has been empowering.” Linda Sykes I’Anson

“I cannot recommend the experience highly enough. Gavin is delightful company; incredibly experienced and your photography can only improve when you spend time with him.” Marco Ryan (Read Marco’s full review)

“ I feel that I know my camera so much better and I am trying out new ideas every weekend. I felt entirely comfortable asking questions and making comments. All sessions were excellent. I would be happy to recommend this course to others, let me know when you are planning another.” Jane Monks

“I think the course was absolutely fabulous. I have recommended it to many and should you consider to do more I will endorse every aspect. You were thorough, professional and enjoyable. The fieldtrip was incredibly helpful, even for those of us with some experience.” Penny Fournel

“I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the workshop, it was incredibly informative and was great to see the way you work. It has certainly given me lots of ideas to stretch my creativity when I am feeling “stuck”, and I just wanted to say thanks for sharing.” Sally Slack

More information and a registration form for this tour can be found online at Tim Humble’s web site.