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Explore Amsterdam’s canals and hidden gems on a guided photo walk. Learn hands-on camera techniques and receive personalized tips from a pro photographer—perfect for hobbyists and enthusiasts!

Highlights

• Personalized tips from a pro photographer tailored to your camera and level.
• Visit iconic canals, Jordaan’s hidden alleys, and the charming Nine Streets.
• Master depth-of-field, long exposures, split-toning, and creative motion blur.
• Illustrated map and detailed technical booklet for continued learning.

Description

From the moment we meet at the foot of the National Monument on Dam Square, your guide will greet you with a warm welcome and a brief introduction to the day’s plan. We start by checking your equipment—whether you have a DSLR, mirrorless camera, advanced compact or smartphone—and fine-tuning your basic settings (ISO, aperture, shutter speed) so you’re ready to capture Amsterdam’s changing light. Stepping away from the square, we’ll head toward the historic Canal Ring. Along the way, I’ll point out how to use reflections, symmetry and leading lines to frame those quintessential Dutch gabled houses and still waters. Our first hands-on exercise takes place on a centuries-old canal bridge, where you’ll practice composing for depth and balance while I demonstrate how to read your camera’s histogram to avoid overexposed highlights or clipped shadows. Next, we wander into the intimate streets of the Jordaan district. Here, you’ll learn how to isolate charming details—flower-clad doorways, wrought-iron lamps and ivy-covered façades—by experimenting with shallow depth-of-field and selective focus. I’ll show you how small aperture tweaks can transform your bokeh and make your subject “pop” against a softened background. Mid-tour, we pause in a cozy brown-café for coffee and a spontaneous image review on a laptop or tablet. Over a hot drink, you’ll see real-time demonstrations of exposure compensation, white balance correction and simple in-camera split-toning. You’ll leave knowing how to adjust your settings on the fly as weather and light shift. Refreshed, we continue through the atmospheric Nine Streets (“De Negen Straatjes”), where narrow lanes and boutique storefronts provide perfect opportunities for low-light and long-exposure techniques. You’ll practice handheld slow-shutter shooting, light-trail panning with passing bicycles, and creative motion blur that brings the bustling city to life. As we circle back toward Dam Square, I’ll share quick tips for on-the-go post-processing using your camera’s custom profiles or popular mobile editing apps. You’ll discover simple ways to apply matte-curve treatments, enhance color contrast and add subtle film-style grain—all without needing a full desktop workflow. Throughout the 2½-hour walk, you’ll receive personalized feedback tailored to your skill level and equipment. By the end, you’ll have captured a diverse portfolio of Amsterdam scenes—landscapes, street portraits and architectural details—and you’ll walk away with five pro post-processing tips and a downloadable, beautifully illustrated map of every stop. Whether you’re a hobbyist or an ambitious enthusiast, this immersive photo tour will leave you inspired, confident and ready to explore the city—and your camera’s potential—on your own.

Includes

Guided photo walk led by a professional photographer Hands-on demos of camera settings and shooting techniques Personalized, one-to-one feedback on your own images Live image review session over coffee Illustrated walking map of all photo stops Detailed technical booklet with camera settings and workflows Five pro post-processing tips to apply after the tour Small group size for tailored support

Important Information

• What you need: Your own camera (DSLR, mirrorless, advanced compact) or smartphone Fully charged batteries and ample memory cards Comfortable, weather-appropriate footwear for walking on cobblestones A small backpack or bag to carry your gear

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund