Photography Tour to Sifnos

Walk in the footsteps of Cartier-Bresson, on the majestic

Greek island of Sifnos

Inspiring Cartier-Bresson’s most famous images of all time, the small

majestic island of Sifnos in the Cyclades offers timeless beauty,

with distinctive white architecture, narrow atmospheric streets and

revealing secret treasures at every turn, which lead to a network

of interlocking sunlight reflections and shadows which create

incredible geometric shapes sure to entice any photographer.

Well known for the world famous photograph of Flora running

home up the narrow steps, it is easy to see why Cartier-Bresson

loved this island so much. The tour aims to uncover the

fascinating secrets that he discovered all those years ago. Based

in the town of Anthousa, the tour will explore some real gems in

suburb locations dispersed around this small majestic island.

Tour tutor Peter Hendrie has worked alongside Charlie Waite, who

has followed Cartier-Bresson’s style of photography for many

years, so has a vast knowledge base in which to identify the

erections and elements that Cartier-Bresson was consequently

famous for. These remarkable locations offer neutral tones

alongside shapes made with natural light and reflections. Peter

inspires photographers to produce effective black and white

images and to use the discipline needed to truly capture the

essence of this majestic island.

Peter has lived and worked in and around North Devon and

Exmoor all his life. Peter started his personal his journey serving an

apprenticeship at Appledore shipyard as a shipwright, Peter

decided to change his career when he moved to the heart of

Exmoor Nation Park in 1988, where if began to pursue his passion

for photography. Attending seven Light & Land tours as a

photographer, the first being with Charlie Waite on a trip to

Andulacia in 1988, where he started to develop his style. Peter’s

love of Exmoor is shown through images featured in several

publications including two photography books, Country Life,

Practical Photography and other country magazines, calendars

and cards. Peters current book features panoramic images from

around the world, sure to inspire any creative mind.

This tour is expected to be very popular this year. Offering a truly

stunning island teamed with a world-renowned photographer that

takes this tour to new and exciting heights. The island itself is easily

accessible, however transport to the island is not included in the

tour. Advice on travel will be provided with the tour information.

This Sifnos photography tour follows in the footsteps of Cartier-

Bresson and runs from 06th April – 11th April 2016 and costs £1595,

which includes a £300 deposit.

For more information, please visit

http://www.lightandland.co.uk/photography-tours/view/sifnos-in-

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