Brumley & Wells and Film Supply Club Present
The Holy Land
An Immersive Workshop
Join us for an unforgettable experience of The Holy Land. Explore Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Dead Sea, grow in your understanding of film photography with a team of like-minded photographers, and immersive yourself in a culture nuanced in ancient traditions. Our workshop experiences encourage and promote sincere interactions with locals, where you’ll learn to tell an honest and intimate story.
February 16 - 24
SOMETHING TO CONSIDER
It’s important to mention that these workshops demand of us the highest level of respect, courtesy, and compassion for the communities we visit and the people we photograph. We are not there to “take” anything. As photographers, we first observe, learn, and, when the moment is right, create something together with our subjects. Every image is a gift, requiring the full attention and participation of both the subject and the photographer. With that understanding, we are all equals, leaving the photographer with far less pride for the image he’s created and far more concern for the story it tells. If our hearts are open to it, The Holy Land will teach us more about life than we could have ever imagined.
Q & A
Q: How much is the Workshop Investment?
A: The 10 day, all-inclusive workshop is $3,400.
Q: How do I secure a seat?
A: In order to reserve your seat, we ask for a 50% deposit and a completed application.
Q: What’s included in the investment?
A: In addition to the workshop, one-on-one mentoring sessions, unique access to locations and peoples, and the assistance of translators when necessary, the workshop fee also covers transportation, lodging, and food during your stay. You will be responsible for booking your own airfare to and from Tel Aviv. We’ll also hook you up with discounted rates at Negative Lab and give you a code to purchase film at nearly wholesale rates with the Film Supply Club.
Q: Is this a film only workshop, or can I bring my digital camera as well?
A: We welcome photographers of all mediums, but we do strongly encourage you to focus on shooting film.
Q: How many rolls of film should I bring?
A: We typically recommend you allow yourself to shoot between 3-5 rolls of 120mm film per day. The workshop is 8 days, so I’d bring between 25-40 rolls. If you’re shooting 35mm we recommend 10-20 rolls.
Q: Is Israel Safe?
A: Yes. Israel is safe, especially the locations we’ve chosen for the workshop. Like anywhere, including your home town, of course it’s important to be aware of your surroundings.
Q: What airport do I fly into?
A: You’ll fly in and out of Tel Aviv, arriving on or before February 15th and flying out on or after February 24th. If you’d like to come early and/or stay later, of course you are more than welcome to do that. We highly encourage you do.
Q: Will someone pick me up from the airport?
A: Yes! As soon as you book your flights, you’ll send us your flight numbers and confirmations. We’ll schedule everything from then on.
Q: Do I need a visa for Israel?
A: US citizens are NOT required to obtain a visa. If you are attending the workshop from somewhere other than the US, please make sure you research wether or not you are required to have a visa.
Q: What day should I leave?
A: The workshop begins on the evening on February 15th. You’ll need to arrive in Tel Aviv sometime that day, so make sure to confirm your flight’s arrival date. It may be different than the departure date if you’re coming from the US on an overnight flight.
Q: Do I need travel insurance?
A: Yes! We require that you purchase travel insurance and recommend World Nomads.
Q: Do I need vaccinations for Israel?
A: No
Q: How should I pack?
A: We ask that you pack lightly and require that you pack in a backpack and not a rolling suitcase. This makes transportation far easier. In certain cities, we’ll be navigating through rough cobblestone streets and rolling bags become a nuisance. I pack in one camera backpack and a messenger bag of film and personal items.