2024 Ladakh Himalayan Adventure Photography Workshop

The Experience

Heaven on Earth
Mention Ladakh to any Indian and you’re likely to hear the expression, "Heaven on Earth." That’s because they don't make mountains any bigger or wilder than the Himalaya. This is the land of the Ibex and the Snow Leopard, of ancient mountain monasteries, of faces so weathered by sun and wind that it’s impossible to know their ages. This is where the Dalai Lama spends his down time.  

Grand Landscapes & Pristine Night Skies           
Grand landscapes require grand scenery. Can you think of a better place to capture ‘the big picture’ or elevate your night photography skills than the tallest mountains in the world?  Rushing rivers, deep blue mountain lakes and ancient structures add additional interest to your compositions. Zero light pollution here and we’ve timed our trip to maximize the potential for some great Milky way photography.

Monks & Monasteries
Tibetan Buddhism dominates the culture of Ladakh unlike the rest of Hindu India. Red-robed monks wander the halls of  thousand-year-old monasteries practicing ancient rituals and traditions. They do see tourists but it’s remarkably ‘unspoiled’ here. I’ve been to Tibet, but I prefer Ladakh for the opportunities for more authentic personal interaction and photographs

Wildlife
This isn’t a wildlife focused trip per se, but we’ll encounter many animals, domestic and wild, throughout our trip. Examples include Bactrian camel, yak, horses, ibex, urial (bighorn sheep), marmot and many bird species, large and small. If we’re really lucky, we may spot a rare Tibetan wolf or snow leopard!

Level Up Your Skills & Vision
Ken will always be close by to answer questions, provide tips on shooting techniques and offer insights about practical ways to expand your creative vision. In addition to in-the-field coaching, there will be several ‘formal’  sessions covering post processing and image management/backup workflow in Adobe Lightroom.

Your Instructors
Ken Lee, the founder Art of Seeing Photography Adventures is as passionate about helping others grow as photographers as he is about creating his own images. Ken’s Whole Brain approach to teaching photography emphasizes both the Craft (gear, technique, post-processing) and Creative (Composition & the Photographer’s Eye) aspects of image-making – and the completely different approaches needed to master both. Click the links to read more about what you can expect from an Art of Seeing workshop and see examples of Ken’s photography.

Harsh Agarwal - Harsh Agarwal is an award-winning professional photographer based in Agra, India. A self-described hodophile, a lover of travel, his passion for exploration, discovery, and image-making has taken him to all corners of his home country and lands beyond including Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. Harsh’s photographs have been published widely in magazines, and newspapers throughout India and Southeast Asia as well as in numerous exhibitions. Harsh often travels with his wife, Arti, a travel industry professional, and aspiring photographer, leading photography and travel tours. Click here for examples of Harsh’s inspiring images.

Cancellations, Refunds & Travel Insurance

Cancellations and Refund policy:

We understand life happens and plans may change. If you need to cancel your reservation, the following policies apply to this workshop:

Deposits are NOT refundable but may be transferrable to another Art of Seeing workshop for up to 24 months from date of cancellation in accordance with the following schedule:

Regardless of when you cancel, if we fill your spot*, you will receive a refund of all fees paid less your deposit and $150 processing fee. If we cannot fill your spot, the amount of your refund is based upon the cancellation date:

·      Cancellation 120 days or more from workshop start date: 100% refund of fees paid less deposit and $150 processing fee. Deposit transferrable up to 24 mos.

·      Cancellation 90 – 120 days from workshop start date: 50% refund of fees paid less deposit and $150 processing fee. Deposit forfeit.

·      Cancellation less than 90 days from workshop start date: No refunds.

*canceled spots are filled after the workshop reaches full capacity

Click here to read our complete Terms & Conditions

Travel Insurance
A travel insurance policy which covers medical evacuation is a requirement for participation in this workshop.  Such policies typically cover many other things like lost luggage or non-refundable payments if you need to cancel your trip.