The Spirit of Bhutan with Karen and Joel Schulman

Join Karen and Joel Schulman on a creative and cultural journey across the Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan, located on the Himalayas eastern edge. The country is known for its monasteries, fortresses and dramatic landscapes that range from the subtropical plains to steep mountains and valleys. Spring is possibly the most beautiful time of the year, ablaze with a fabulous array of bright colors from spring blooms. The valleys are green and lush and fruit trees and Rhododendrons are blossoming. For centuries, Bhutan has remained a mystery to the rest of the world. Fortunate are the few travelers to visit this special place, as Bhutan is holding on to its cultural traditions, despite the homogenization process that has engulfed so many other small countries.

Karen & Joel are both accomplished professional photographers and skilled photo instructors. They will share their ideas and knowledge to help you create great travel photographs, whether you are using a DSLR or an iPhone! Karen is a previous winner of a NANPA 2021 Showcase Judges’ Choice Award in the Altered Reality category. Joel is an expert in the digital imaging world and has done photographic printing for some of the most notable names in fine art photography: http://www.photographicsart.com. He will share his knowledge of both the technical and creative aspects of the photographic medium. Additionally, they will offer visual presentations and discussions highlighting the development of personal vision, and show how light, color, composition, gesture and ‘the moment’ contribute to the success of a photograph.