Bowen Island Lodge
Starting at CAD 44
Wed, 27 Aug, 2025 at 06:05 am to 06:30 pm (GMT-07:00)
Bowen Island Lodge
380 Cardena Road, Bowen Island, Canada
Due to the popular demand and successful event last year, Profoto is pleased to bring back an all-day interactive photo workshop in beautiful Bowen Island.
Join us for an immersive on-location interactive outdoor group photography workshop designed for photographers of all skill levels who are eager to enhance their craft in a real-world setting. This hands-on workshop will take place at a stunning venue with mountains and lakes, providing the perfect backdrop for capturing beautiful moments.
Ready to take charge and ready to complete a group photo assignment designed by incredible photographers. This workshop is interactive, and you, as participants, will be in control of a photo shoot as a group!!
Get Ready for a full-day interactive workshop!
Profoto, along with Beau Photo, Henry's Vancouver, Canon, and Fujifilm Canada, will be present at the event to answer your questions on products (also check out their new products!)
Lunch (buffet style) will be provided at the venue as well as snacks, coffee, and water. Please note that we are not able to guarantee that the foods are prepared in an environment that is nut-free and allergen-free. Please take caution if you have an allergy, as we won't be able to provide a separate allergy-free menu.
We will take a ferry across, and the ferry costs are included. If you miss the ferry, you will have to pay on your own in order to get to the venue.
Important Information (You can take our courtesy bus or arrive on your own)
Date: August 27th, 2025, Wednesday
Bus departure time: 7 AM (please arrive 20 minutes before)
Bus pick-up location: Museum of Vancouver parking lot, 1100 Chestnut St., Vancouver
Ferry departure time: 8:05 AM from Horseshoe Bay Terminal
Event Location: The Bowen Island Lodge, Bowen Island
What to Expect:
Who Should Attend: This workshop is perfect for aspiring photographers, hobbyists looking to refine their skills, and professionals wanting to refresh their techniques. Bring your camera gear and a passion for storytelling through photography!
Sean LeBlanc is a highly acclaimed photographer, speaker, and educator with multiple international awards. His work is distinguished by its bold, candid, sensitive, and dramatic nature, inspired by light and shadow. Despite a successful career in engineering and obtaining an MBA, Sean found his true passion in people and photography, prompting him to resign from the corporate world and establish a thriving full-time luxury wedding and portrait studio.As a Nikon Canada Ambassador, Profoto Sweden Ambassador, and global Ambassador for Graphistudio Italy, Sean has quickly risen to prominence in the photography industry. He has been recognized as one of the top photographers in his field by various national and international organizations and represented Team Canada at the World Photographic Cup. Sean has presented at conferences and seminars in Europe, the U.S., and Canada and served as a WPPI judge. He resides in Calgary with his wife and two children.
Raph Nogal is a professional photographer established in 2009 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Raph is considered a well-rounded photographer; with a vast portfolio that includes portraits, headshots, products and weddings. His style can be best described as a fusion between photojournalism and art-focused editorial photography. Best known for his creative off-camera lighting approach, Raph is an active photographer, educator/speaker, & Profoto (Sweden/North America) ambassador.As a 24-time recipient of WPPI Honours of Excellence Awards, Raph is also a Fearless Photographers Award winner, Shutterfest Print Comp Award winner, as well as a PPOC Winner and Loan Collection participant in National and Regional Image Salons in Canada.Website: https://raphnogal.comInstagram: @raphnogalYouTube: https://youtube.com/raphnogalphotographyFacebook: @raphnogal
Olivia Van Dyke - International Photographer & Mentor
Olivia Van Dyke is an international photographer and photography mentor. Inspired by the ever-changing beauty of nature, her work beautifully merges human experience with the natural world. Her portfolio spans fashion, lifestyle, creative portraiture, and commercial photography, with a distinctive blend of film and digital mediums.
She is dedicated to mentoring emerging photographers through regular photography workshops and one-on-one mentoring guiding her students in photography techniques and how to run a successful photography business. When not traveling the world, Olivia resides near the ocean in Vancouver and Tofino, BC.
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Jonathan Bielaski is an environmental portrait photographer whose images offer more than just a face—they tell a story. For over two decades, he has focused his lens on people in their natural environments, capturing the essence of who they are by showing where they thrive. Whether it’s a craftsman in a dimly lit workshop or an athlete in motion, Bielaski’s portraits reflect authenticity, grit, and a deep respect for his subjects.
What sets his work apart is the seamless blend of technical precision and narrative depth. He doesn’t just take a photo—he builds a scene, working with light and space to reveal the quiet details that define a person’s world. His images invite viewers to pause, look closer, and connect.
He has shared his approach and insights at major photography expos, encouraging others to see portraits not just as pictures, but as powerful storytelling tools. With every frame, Bielaski invites us to step into someone else’s shoes—if only for a moment.
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Terms and Conditions
*By participating Profoto event, Profoto has the right to cancel tickets at its own discretion. Profoto reserves the right to share the contact details with Profoto dealers who are participating in this event (Beau Photo and Henry's) to send you promotional materials. If you disagree, you can simply let us know by emailing us.
Due to the venue location, there will be no refund given to those who cancel the ticket 3 days prior to the event date. Any ticket cancellation request must be made 3 days prior to the event date.
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Tickets for Interactive Outdoor Photography Workshop with Profoto at Bowen Island can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Admission | 44 CAD |
