Seattle thru the Lens - Private Tour

Booking a private photo expert allows you to select the below carefully planned routes or when your photo guide contacts you directly (your email required), to make desired changes where possible according to your.

Freemont Center of the Universe
Meeting Point: The Rose Garden at the Woodland Park Zoo (South side entrance) 700 N 50th street.
Daily except Sunday 10am

Fremont, Center of the Universe, where the Artist's Live. This neighborhood jaunt takes you through Fremont, where many local artist’s live and work. We begin at an enchanting Rose Garden with topiary trees right out of Alice in Wonderland, where we will explore a variety of photographic techniques and styles along with composition and proper metering. Onward we go, as we journey down hill past yoga and belly dancing studios on our way into the heart of Fremont. Public art flourishes here with famous sculptures like "Waiting for the Interurban" which Seattleites dress up in costumes at whim, a bronze statue of communist revolutionary Vladimir Lenin, along with a lurking Troll who is eating a life-size Volkswagen Beetle. From there we will walk to Gasworks Park on Lake an industrial treasure trove of possibilities for photographers. Kite flying is also popular at this park. Understanding light, its direction, the type, and how it affects the photograph will be discussed.


Pikes Peak
Olympic Sculpture Park
Daily 10am

"Buy your crab here!" barks a man dressed in rubber boots and overalls, children take turns sitting on top of a bronze pig, as ferry boats float by. This is Seattle's Pike Place Market and one of the most popular destinations for locals and tourists alike. This tour begins at the new Olympic Sculpture Park where you will learn different approaches to photographing sculpture, how to interpret light, frame scenes and composition. Then we will walk over to The Pike Place Market where entertaining fish sellers toss fish, local artists sell from open air tables, and farmers sell their colorful produce. Learn how to shoot environmental portraits, still life's, and how to shoot in mixed lighting. Street performers, vibrant flower stands, and tarot readers make this a favorite photographic location. There will be many foods to try and Seattle's beloved coffee to drink, so don't worry about missing lunch. On our walk we will stop and look out at Puget Sound alive with ferry boats, with the Olympic Mountains dancing on the horizon. Now we will venture down to Pioneer Square, which is the oldest part of the city. On our way we will pass the Seattle Art Museum and the Harbor steps while discussing architectural photography. Pioneer Square has old brick buildings that house galleries, artist studios, music clubs, and restaurants. This is a great part of the tour to shoot street photography and shoot in black and white. Our tour ends at The Elliot Bay Bookstore which you can peruse, they have a cafe downstairs if you want to rest your feet. From here you can go shopping, dine, or take The Seattle Underground Tour (Seattle was burned to the ground in 1889, and built over)

Includes
Expert Photographer

Excludes
Transfer Costs, Refreshments and Entry Fees at clients expense.

Please note
- Participants must have a basic knowledge of their cameras.
- We reserve the right to change the route based on local conditions.
- Tours leave rain or shine. In extreme conditions please call the local number.
- We suggest good walking shoes, a lightweight poncho, in case it rains and in high temperatures a small bottle of water & sun hat.
- A lightweight tripod is recommended for evening sessions
- Clients who have not booked this activity in conjunction with a hotel are advised to provide contact details

Your Confirmation Voucher includes full information (e.g. local telephone numbers) about the Local Operator. To ensure your peace of mind, we select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination.

You can book in 3 easy steps!
1. Select date and number of persons. You will be redirected to the Shopping Cart Page.
2. On the Shopping Cart Page, continue shopping or check out.
3. Enter basic travel, name, and payment information in the Check-out Form.

Upon booking, you will receive a voucher by email containing all details about the tour. You can check the status of your booking at anytime.

After you book
Please print the electronic voucher sent to you. It contains the operator's complete contact details and local telephone numbers. Give the voucher to the operator on the day of the activity.

What if I need to change or cancel my booking?
That's ok. We will try to be as flexible as possible. But you must inform us by email of the change or cancellation as soon as possible. The appropriate amount will be credited back to your credit card account. Contact our Customer Service for help with changes or cancellations. Or read our Cancellation Policy.