Embark on a unique experience with our workshop dedicated to landscape and nature photography in the stunning Cerros de Mavecure. Guided by the talented Jhonattan Vanegas, we will explore the wonders of the Colombian Orinoco region.
This workshop fuses the mastery of our instructor with the natural grandeur of the region. Through theoretical and practical sessions, you will have the opportunity to perfect composition techniques and storytelling skills, tools that are vital for creating impactful content.
Capturing images in the hills of Mavecure is to immerse yourself in a universe of awe and natural wonder. From the top of these stone monoliths, a panoramic view unfolds, revealing the majesty of the jungle and the visual symphony created by the palette of vibrant greens and the fluidity of the Inírida River.
This act of capturing the essence of the Mavecure hills goes beyond technical skill; it is an introspective journey. The immensity of nature invites us to reflect on the fragility of our planet, underscoring the importance of preserving these pristine places. Each snapshot becomes a visual testimony of the wild beauty in this remote corner of Colombia, reaffirming the need to appreciate and protect our valuable natural diversity.
Brigde compact cameras: A versatile option for people who do not want to opt for heavy equipment, with this camera you can apply all the knowledge you are going to learn in this photographic workshop, with this equipment you can do landscape and bird photography.
Telephoto Lens minimum 400mm: Bird photography is demanding in terms of equipment, our recommendation is a lens that allows you to generate photographs of the species at a distance with optimum quality.
Macro or close-up lens: Macro lenses are an incredible tool when you want to do herpet photography, if you don’t want to buy a macro focused lens, look for an inverter ring adjustable to your kit lens and you can do macro photography in this photographic workshop.
Wide angle lenses 16mm – 24mm: Take this opportunity to capture thebeautiful sunsets and starry nights of the eastern plains, with a wide angle lens you can capture the essence of Casanare.
Biologist, Herpetologist and Nature Photographer
One of the best photographers of amphibians, reptiles and wildlife in Colombia. He leads workshops and photography tours. He is a biologist and macro photography expert, full-time nature photographer and leading Colombia tour guide.
He has published 14 scientific articles that contribute to the knowledge and conservation of different species in Colombia. His photographic work has taken him to explore all corners of the Colombian territory. His photographs have been published in magazines such as Enfoque Visual, RowZine, Catalog of Amphibians and Reptiles of Colombia among others. He has won the environmental complaint category in the Agenda del Mar photography contest (2022). He uses photography and biology as tools to promote conservation through different initiatives, which allow him to make a contribution to the understanding of the behaviors and interactions of species with ecosystems. These two passions have allowed him to take a different look at the unknown and hidden scenery that exists under the mysterious landscapes of the mountains and plains, in order to create a bridge between memory and nature.
Day 1 | July 17 | Puerto Inirida | Start of the Workshop
We will meet in Puerto Inírida at 11:00 am to begin our workshop. After settling into the hotel, we will enjoy theoretical lectures on nature photography with Jhonattan Vanegas exploring topics such as exposure, composition, landscape and artificial light. The day will culminate with dinner, followed by a project creation workshop until 10:00 pm, where we will finish and prepare for our trip to the Mavicure Hills.
Day 2 – July 18 – Mavicure Hills – Tour of the Hills
We will start the day with an early breakfast before departing from Puerto Inirida to the majestic Mavicure Hills. After settling in at the lodge, we will venture out on a day tour, exploring the hills and Cerro Pajarito. After lunch and a rest in the middle of the day, we will conclude the day with a night tour of the community of Venado before returning to the lodge at 22:00, where we will prepare for our next day in the Guainía’s streams.
Day 3 | July 19 | Cerros de Mavicure | Tour of Los Raudales
We will start the day with a delicious breakfast before heading from the lodge to Los Raudales for an exciting tour. After lunch, we will return to relax and later explore the picturesque Caño San Joaquín. The day will conclude with a return to the lodge, a refreshing dinner and a well-deserved rest, where we will get ready to wake up early for the ascent of one of the mavecure hills.
Day 4 – July 20 – Mavicure Mountains – Ascent to Mavicure Hill, practical workshop
We will start early with a snack before ascending Mavicure Hill very early in the morning. After return and breakfast, we will head from the Cerros to Puerto Inírida to settle into our rooms. After lunch at noon, the focus will shift to hands-on development workshops, covering aspects such as workflow, photo selection, Lightroom and photoshop development. The day will conclude with an early evening dinner, followed by the continuation of the hands-on activities until 22:00, time to rest and prepare for our last day.
Day 5 | July 21 | Mavicure Hills | Closing of the workshop
We will start the last day with a group breakfast, then we will dedicate time to the conclusions and to the visualization of the photographs created during the workshop. Afterwards, we will go back to prepare our luggage and we will travel from the hotel to the airport to say goodbye to our adventure before noon.
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RECOMMENDATIONS DURING THE WORKSHOP:
We will begin an immersive photographic adventure in nature where you will discover and tell your version of your story through your photographs. We have some recommendations that will be very useful when choosing your equipment depending on the approach you want to explore. We want to travel comfortably and protect our equipment. We’ll give you some tips on what to keep in mind.
Follow instructions: Above all others, the most important rule to live by while exploring is to observe and follow all oral instructions given by the tour leader, or lodge or station staff.
Protect yourself from the sun at all times: During the explorations we will be exposed to high, low temperatures or humid tropical climates, it is recommended to bring all the elements that protect from the sun such as hats or caps, collars, sunscreen and long sleeve shirts.
Basics: You should know and handle the basics of manual photography (aperture, speeds, ISO, focal range). If you do not know these concepts, we recommend you take our basic photography course where you will receive an Introduction to Photography before the photographic tour.
Protect your equipment from humidity: Reduce the impact of temperature changes, try to keep the battery out of the camera, this can reduce electronic damage and prolong your charge. Carry dry bags that allow you to keep your equipment isolated from the weather conditions. It is always advisable to carry silica gel, these absorb moisture. After working days you can put your equipment in the dry bag and add plenty of silica gel to absorb the moisture retained by your camera.
Take care of your belongings: All our favorite destinations are safe to travel to. You should always be vigilant and take care of your valuable items whenever you find yourself in crowded bus stations, busy city streets and bustling markets.
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Keeping Nature Tours is a tour operator that promotes photography, nature tourism, and wildlife observation with the goal of helping to conserve the most threatened ecosystems, which are affected by deforestation, lack of awareness about species, or cultural beliefs.
Through photography and nature tourism, we can showcase the most beautiful side of Colombia, creating new opportunities for the remote communities in our country.
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