Fine Art Photography Workshop – Senegal
2027
Organized by Alexis Paoleschi
By booking and participating in this workshop, you agree to the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before making your reservation.
This event runs two separate sessions at the same venue: a 2:1 session (2 photographers per model) and a 1:1 session (1 photographer per model). Each photographer books one session only. Both sessions consist of 3 full shooting days and are fully all-inclusive.
All participants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the workshop. Proof of age may be requested.
Basic photography skills are required. Participants should be comfortable operating their camera in manual mode and understand fundamental concepts like exposure, aperture, and shutter speed. This workshop is designed for photographers who want to refine their fine art photography, whether portrait, fashion, or nude.
Participants must bring their own camera and at least one lens suitable for portrait photography. A 50mm lens is recommended as a minimum. Participants should also bring extra memory cards, batteries, and any other equipment they typically use for portrait work. The organizer is not responsible for providing photography equipment.
The price depends on the session booked: €3,200 for the 2:1 session (2 photographers per model) and €4,300 for the 1:1 session (1 photographer per model). Both prices include accommodation, all meals, transportation from the airport to the venue, and access to all workshop activities (3 full shooting days).
To secure your spot in the workshop, you must contact the organizer via email at alexis.paoleschi@gmail.com or WhatsApp at +33 6 65 59 11 22.
A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total workshop price is required at the time of booking to confirm your reservation.
The remaining balance must be paid either:
Failure to pay the remaining balance by the deadline may result in the cancellation of your reservation without refund of the deposit.
Each photographer may bring one non-photographer companion for an additional fee of €400. This fee covers luxury accommodation, all meals, and full access to Sama Nopalu Kaï's amenities for the duration of the workshop.
The 50% deposit is non-refundable under any circumstances. If you cancel your participation after paying the full amount, no refund will be provided. The companion fee is likewise non-refundable.
If the organizer cancels the workshop for any reason, you will receive a full refund of all payments made, including the companion fee if applicable.
In the unlikely event that a model becomes unavailable, the organizer will provide an equivalent replacement model of similar experience and quality.
Each session runs over 5 days: 1 arrival day, 3 shooting days, and 1 departure day. The 2:1 session and the 1:1 session take place at the same venue at different times. The organizer reserves the right to make minor adjustments to session times if necessary. Any significant changes will be communicated to participants in advance.
The workshop will take place in Senegal.
The workshop price includes private accommodation at the venue and all meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) for the duration of the workshop.
Transportation from the airport to the venue is included in the workshop price. Pickup times will be coordinated with participants before arrival.
Participants are responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements for Senegal. The following information is provided as guidance only and may change. Participants should verify all requirements with official sources before travel.
No visa is required for citizens of the European Union (since 2015). A valid passport is sufficient for entry. Participants from other countries should check visa requirements with the Senegalese embassy or consulate in their country of residence.
The yellow fever vaccine is recommended for all travelers to Senegal. It is mandatory if you are arriving from a yellow fever endemic country. Other recommended vaccines include DTP (diphtheria-tetanus-polio), hepatitis A and B, and measles. Participants should consult a travel health clinic or their doctor at least 4–6 weeks before departure to discuss appropriate vaccinations and obtain up-to-date health advice.
Malaria is present in Senegal. Malaria prophylaxis is strongly recommended for travel to this region. Participants should consult their doctor at least 4–6 weeks before departure to discuss appropriate prophylactic treatment. In addition to medication, participants are advised to use mosquito repellent and wear protective clothing, especially during evening hours.
The organizer is not responsible for any issues arising from a participant's failure to meet entry requirements, including but not limited to denial of entry, medical issues, or travel disruptions. Participants should obtain comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical expenses and trip cancellation.
All participants are expected to maintain exemplary conduct throughout the workshop. This includes:
The organizer reserves the right to immediately remove any participant who engages in inappropriate behavior, harassment, or fails to respect the models or other participants. In such cases, the participant will be required to leave the workshop immediately without any refund.
Each photographer retains full copyright of all images taken during the workshop. The model release agreement grants usage rights only and does not transfer copyright.
Before the event begins, each photographer and each model they work with must sign a model release agreement. This document defines the conditions under which images may be used by both parties. One copy is retained by each party.
→ View the model release agreement
Photographers may use images for personal artistic purposes: portfolio, website, social media, subscription-based platforms, and exhibitions. The photographer shall obtain the model's prior approval before publishing or sharing any image, and shall only publish images the model has approved. The photographer shall credit the model when publishing. Commercial use requires a separate written agreement with the relevant model.
The photographer may, on a voluntary basis, grant the model the irrevocable right to use images for self-promotion purposes for an unlimited period of time. In such case, the model must credit the photographer.
Neither party shall use the images in a defamatory or damaging context, alter them in a manner the other party would find objectionable, or transfer usage rights to any third party without prior written consent.
The organizer, venue, and models are not liable for any loss, damage, injury, or theft that may occur during the workshop. This includes but is not limited to:
Participants are solely responsible for:
We strongly recommend that all participants obtain comprehensive travel insurance and equipment insurance before attending the workshop.
The organizer shall not be held liable for any failure to perform obligations under these terms if such failure is caused by circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemic, war, or other force majeure events. In such cases, the organizer will work with participants to find a reasonable solution, which may include rescheduling or partial refunds at the organizer's discretion.
Personal information collected during the booking process will be used solely for the purpose of organizing and conducting the workshop. Your data will not be shared with third parties except as necessary to provide workshop services (e.g., venue, transportation). By booking, you consent to this use of your personal information.
The organizer reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Participants will be notified of any significant changes. Continued participation in the workshop after notification constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
These terms and conditions are governed by French law. Any disputes arising from these terms or the workshop shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the French courts.
For any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please contact:
Alexis Paoleschi
Email: alexis.paoleschi@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +33 6 65 59 11 22
Website:
alexispaoleschi.com