Teresa's Photo WalksSeptember/October 2015

Village of Vallorcine

Discover the other side of Chamonix!

The golden age of mountaineering was also the beginning the new age of tourism and photography. Following in the tracks of the first tourists, the Walks continue to seek innovative ways for world-travelers and photography buffs to capture scenes and scenery of the Chamonix valley. Choose from the classic OPEN Photo Walk that has pleased so many visitors and amateur photographers or for a ONE TO ONE private Photo Walk geared to the person keen to progress while in action.

Two different ways to enjoy the Photo Walks:

PHOTO WALKS "OPEN": starting at 25€ per person with a minimum of 5 participants.
Prices will vary if the number of participants is under 5 persons. Please check with me prior.

PHOTO WALKS "ONE TO ONE": 150€, flat rate per walk. Guaranteed departure with a minimum of 1person.
Custom-designed walks to suit your choice of itinerary & time of day.

Duration: Plan on a half-day. Pleasant walking on country roads and paths. Shoes with good soles. Walking poles, if you like, according to your custom. In the event of very poor weather : A replacement date will be proposed during the week

Reservations necessary:
+33 (0)6 08 95 89 42

www.teresakaufman.com

PHOTO WALKS - OPEN

TRÈLECHAMPS - A PRESERVED ENVIRONNEMENT IN A STORY-BOOK SETTING - 25€
A protected alpine plateau standing in time with traditional chalets, a rustic and cosy refuge, alpine gardens surrounded by ice-covered peaks. Runners, hikers, bikers and pack-horses cross our path offering colourful true-to-life photo opportunities.
A perfect destination for picture-postcard images for nature lovers as well as families.
Rendez-vous: 13:20 in front of the SNCF train station of Montroc Le Planet
Tuesday: September 1 & 15 and October 20

COUPEAU, LES HOUCHES - EARLY EVENING LIGHT MAGIC IN A GOLDEN AGE SETTING - 25€
A setting worthy of the golden age. Nestled in the bogs around an 18th century alpine hamlet lies a remarkable natural environment where we will photograph discreet plant-life while admiring some of the oldest alpine chalets of the valley.
A must for macro-photographers and an inspiration for young budding naturalists.
Rendez-vous: 16:00 in front of the SNCF station of Les Houches, car pool from there.
Thursday: September 3
Saturday: September 12

VALLORCINE - PARTICIPATE IN THE 2016 PHOTO EXPO WITH THE PHOTO WALKS - 40€
YOUR chosen photo taken on this walk will be on display during the upcoming FOUR SEASONS OF VALLORCINE photo exhibit in 2016. Different itineraries proposed throughout the year for this work in progress project : black cows, architecture, crafts, snow-covered rooftops and paths… and especially the inhabitants. A maximum of 5 persons on this walk.
Rendez-vous: 13:30 in front of the Vallorcine SNCF train station.
Tuesday: September 8

TO CELEBRATE THE GOLDEN AGE OF MOUNTAINEERING : A WALK BACK IN TIME TO A SHEPHERDS' HAMLET
OF THE 18th & 19th CENTURY - 25€
Follow me back in time - with either your camera or sketch-pad - to capture the genuine atmosphere of a shepherds' village as it was during the great climbing revolution. In the spirit of the era, we'll take the old cow path to the hamlet of Charousse where artists and tourists alike continue to find inspiration.
Rendez-vous: 13 :30 in front of the Prarion gondola lift, Les Houches. Car-pool from there.
Thursday: September 10

CHAMONIX - DISCOVERY WALK + MEETING CHEF BOURDILLAT WITH EXQUISITE LUNCH INCLUDED - 50€
We'll start off in the kitchen of the 5-star Hotel Mont-Blanc to meet with the famous Chef Mickey Bourdillat and his team - an exclusive and exceptional experience for fine-food lovers. Then, onto our discovery walk off the beaten-tracks of Chamonix. We return to the Hotel Mont-Blanc for lunch - included on this walk . Beverages are not included.
Rendez-vous: 10 :30 in front of the St Michel church in Chamonix
Thursday: October 22

SERVOZ - AUTUMN IN A RURAL VILLAGE JUST IN TIME TO MILK THE COWS - 25€
An authentic rural village with lovely old farms, fountains, orchards, sheeps and cows. In the late afternoon, we make our way up the steep foot-path to where Xavier Croz milks his herd of red Tarentaise cows.
Bring an empty bottle if you like your milk extra-fresh.
Rendez-vous: 16:00 in front of the baroque church of Saint Loup, Servoz
Tuesday: October 27

CHAMONIX - PRIVATE GARDENS, CROOKED PATHS AND A TOAST TO END THE SEASON - 30€
The sunniest side of town where we will visit private gardens as they are being transformed for winter's arrival then meander through a neighborhood where no cars can climb. Autumn leaves, yellow, brown and purple hues will enchant photographers. The PHOTO WALK season will end with a toast of fine Savoyard wine in the formidable garden of the Auberge du Bois Prin. Rendez-vous: 14:00 in front of the St Michel Church in Chamonix Thursday: October 29

ONE TO ONE PHOTO WALK CLASSES

The advantages of a private PHOTO WALK & coaching: This type of WALK is designed to provide personal attention regarding your level and interest, be it technical photography or just concentration on a theme, allowing you to obtain a more mature photographic result. But more than anything, it will allow you to delve a bit deeper into what makes up life in these mountains. With or without a camera. The ONE TO ONE formula is also a nice way for a private group of friends to share a fine moment and discover Chamonix in a different manner.
One price: 150 € for 1 person up to 8 persons (small groups). All year round upon reservation.
Duration: half a day. Reservations necessary. Tel. +33 (0)6 08 95 89 42
Transportation to departure points by train (free with carte d'hôtes) or by car-pool
Meals, beverages, entrances or lifts during a ONE TO ONE walk are not included in the fee.

A SAMPLE SELECTION OF "ONE TO ONE" WALKS FOR THIS SUMMER

CHAMONIX - SUNSET, NIGHT-LIGHTS AND RETURN TO TOWN BY LANTERN
A new summer solstice walk in the high-perched neighbourhood of Chamonix where we will admire the gardens as we make our way to the best spot to photograph the sunset on the Mont Blanc. Back to town by lantern before night-fall to capture the magical atmosphere as the town lights up.

VALLORCINE - PARTICIPATE IN THE 2016 PHOTO EXPO WITH THE PHOTO WALKS
The unique atmosphere of Vallorcine - its inhabitants, its black cows, its architecture - will be the subject-matter for this work in progress throughout the year. Each participant will be invited to expose the image of his choice taken during one of the PHOTO WALKS in Vallorcine. A great walk photographers who like a project and a goal.
Don't miss the beautiful fields of flowers in early summer !

LES HOUCHES - ISOLATED HAMLETS NESTLED IN A NATURAL SETTING & WHAT A VIEW!!
Perhaps the most impressive perspective of the Mont Blanc range is found in this natural setting. We will climb, by car, to the top of Coupeau where traditional alpine huts benefit from extraordinary sun and a rare sense of space. The favorite walk of macro-photographers, children and nature-lovers.

LES BOIS - PHOTO & SKETCH WITH LIONEL WIBAULT, RENOWNED PAINTER & GUIDE
Lionel Wibault, the well-known painter of dramatic mountain scenes will set up his easel on this walk which takes us through the charming rustic village of Les Bois. Besides talking about perspective and composition - which photographers love - Lionel is a remarquable story-teller. This walk will appeal to all artists using original mediums of expression. The walk's availability will depend on Lionel's availability.

CHAMONIX - PERSPECTIVES, PASSAGE-WAYS AND GRANDE CUISINE - THE CLASSIC ! The famous chef MICKEY BOURDILLAT welcomes the Walks into his Michelin-starred kitchen for a photo session during the preparation for lunch. We then make an off-the-beaten path discovery of Chamonix for contrasting perspectives before returning for lunch at The BISTRO. The meal is not included in the price of the walk but the menu of the day starts at 20 €. A gastronomic experience that goes beyond just the food.

SWITZERLAND - CLOSE BY YET SO DIFFERENT; FINHAUT & THE CHARM OF GIETROZ
Only ten minutes from the border where the 19th century resort of Finhaut unveils her elegance. But it is down the path where we discover the pearl of Gietroz, an ancient hamlet isolated between forest and prairies where the unique Walser architecture can be admired. An unexpected treasure for photographers and non-photographers alike.

TO CELEBRATE THE GOLDEN AGE OF MOUNTAINEERING : A WALK BACK IN TIME TO A SHEPHERDS' PASTURE OF THE 18th & 19th CENTURY

As in the old days, we will follow a cow trail to the alpine pasture of Charousse, steeped in architectural authenticity and jealously protected to preserve its remarquable beauty. Painters,, scrap-bookers, and artists will find their inspiration here.

LES GAILLANDS AND THE FARMERS MARKET OF LES BOSSONS - ONLY ON WEDNESDAY
A truly unique atmosphere: the Gaillands crag with climbers from every nation, the lake with the Mont Blanc backdrop , fishermen, bikers, strollers, tight-rope walkers... A great place to practice ‘ action photography'. We then go to the quaint farmers market in Les Bossons for a taste of the region's best products.

CHAMONIX - IMPROVE YOUR IMAGES OF A COLOURFUL FRUIT & VEGETABLE FARMERS MARKET
Famous for its colourful food stands manned by even-more colourful characters, the Saturday market is a perfect place to practice photographing people and food. Meet, talk, taste and faces will open up to you. A great lesson in street photography.

SWITZERLAND - MARTIGNY AND THE QUAINT ATMOSPHERE IN THE VINEYARDS
A new Walk which takes us to the other side of the mountain and down the steep slopes of the vineyards of the Valais where we will stroll through a unique and photogenic neighborhood hidden amongst the grapes.

ALL "OPEN" ITINERARIES CAN BE ADAPTED TO A ONE TO ONE FORMULA AND NEW ITINERARIES CAN BE CREATED UPON REQUEST TO SUIT YOUR INTERESTS.

+33 (0)6 08 95 89 42

www.teresakaufman.com