The benefits of working with Len and his photography school

  • 35 years professional teaching experience

  • outstanding teaching reputation

  • a life time of local knowledge

  • wide photographic knowledge

  • 30 years of fine art print sales

  • photographs in many international collections

  • expertise with film and digital technologies

  • fine art trained (Bachelor of Arts majoring in Photography & Printmaking)

  • art educator trained (Graduate Diploma in Art Education)

  • adult education trained (Master of Education)

  • 30 plus years vocational education experience

  • recognised expert in outdoor recreation

  • safe operating procedures

  • impeccable accident record

  • wide range of genres

  • studio close to photographic venues

  • hotel / airport pick up available

  • designed by a professional curriculum designer

  • fantastic local food

  • outdoor guide qualified (Diploma in Outdoor Recreation)

  • first aid trained (advanced wilderness first aid qualifications)

  • 30 plus years management / business experience & training

  • equipment hire

  • unique camera collection

  • ongoing e-support

  • wide range of techniques and methods to learn

Tarkine, Tasmania @ Leonard Metcalf 2014

Tarkine, Tasmania @ Leonard Metcalf 2014

  • positive learning environment

  • clear goal setting and learning contracts

  • structured positive feedback and error correction

  • facilitated learning experiences

  • designed learning activities

  • gourmet catering

  • on the road less traveled, where the best photographs are found

  • unusual photographic locations

  • unique photographic opportunities

  • professional photographic experience & knowledge

  • short travel times means more time photographing

  • wide range of accommodation venues to choose from

  • safe adventures in line with industry leaders

  • carefully designed workshops

  • learning is easy

  • clear and simple explanations

  • supportive and encouraging environment

  • observe and utilise the methods and techniques of an outstanding photographer

  • save on learning time

  • minimise frustrations

  • get instant feedback

  • enjoyable experiences

  • connect with a photographic community

  • gentle tours of a non strenuous nature

  • delicious home cooked meals whenever we can

  • small intimate groups