Grade: Easy

Everyone should see Venice at least once in their lives it is breathtaking, endlessly inspiring and just made for photography!

To stand on the Rialto Bridge looking westwards in the winter months as the soft evening sun reflects and radiates across the water and onto the array of parked and passing gondolas, the magic of St Mark's square, the canals and bridges, the market, the gondolas bobbing and, as night falls, the lamps against the warm glow of the setting sun in the night sky provide numerous photographic opportunities.

Away from the grandeur of the city, nowhere could be more contrasting than the delightful island of Burano. On a sunny day the houses, colourfully reminiscent of liquorice allsorts, spill their shimmering reflections into the canals providing the photographer with an interesting array of images.

Our 3 star Hotel Ca' d'Oro is housed in a 14th century building and is within easy walking distance of many of the photographic opportunities Venice has to offer. On foot it is just 5 minutes from the Rialto Bridge and 10 minutes from St Mark's square. We will be able to hop on and off the Vaporetto buses too.

Accommodation is in double, twin or single rooms (no supplement) and all rooms have a private bathroom with hairdryer and are equipped with air conditioning, heating, safe, satellite TV, direct dial telephone and internet point. (If you have a non-photographic partner who would like to come to Venice with you, please contact us about arrangements.)

The trip is open to all photographers, however it is particularly designed for those just starting out with their digital or film SLR or those wanting to improve their skills with their SLR camera. We will make the most of the numerous photographic opportunities that Venice offers. You will spend the majority of each day taking pictures and Steve will be on hand to offer tuition in the form of in-the-field talks, demonstrations, one-to-ones, review sessions and discussions.

You can learn about: Camera functions and handling; Composition; Planning a shot/location; Exposures; Apertures; Shutter speeds; Depth of Field, Using Filters and more!

Group size is limited to 8-10. Small groups mean that you will get the best out of the location and you will receive the personal attention you need to learn at your own pace.

What to Bring: SLR camera, Digital or Film (plus memory cards or film) and warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear. The following would also be an advantage: Tripod, and a Cable release.

Is this for me? SLR cameras are most appropriate and the trip is ideal for those who wish to learn how to be more creative with their cameras. If you are unsure about whether this trip is for you, please contact Steve directly by email or telephone: info@tracksntrips.co.uk. Tel: 01902 373410 Steve's mobile: 07779 008990