PATAGONIA, PUMAS & PENGUINS: THE BEST OF SOUTHERN SOUTH AMERICA DATE: OCTOBER 26 - NOVEMBER 8, 2025 - SOLD OUT CONDOR PRE-TRIP - OCTOBER 25, 2025 MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 6 Photographers (Minimum of 4) FROM: Punta Arenas, Chile WORKSHOP LEADERS: Glenn Bartley & Local Guides EMAIL GLENN TO JOIN THE WISH LIST FOR 2026
		AN INTRODUCTION TO THIS PHOTO WORKSHOP For a long time, I’ve thought there would be potential to bring together three of the most exciting aspects of nature photography in the southernmost reaches of South America. On this all-new workshop, we’ll have the opportunity to do just that! From the wild Pumas that roam free in their mountain realms, to birds and stunning landscapes of Patagonia, and finally to the Penguins of the Falkland Islands this trip brings a lot of photographic potential to the table! PHOTO ITINERARY On this trip we will focus on some of the really unique and interesting bird (as well as mammal) photography destinations that exist in Patagonia and the Falkland Islands.  We’ll split the trip up into birding and landscape opportunities in and around Torres del Paine in Patagonia. Searching for Pumas in their natural environment. And finally, visiting a few of the Falkland Islands to get some awesome Penguin photos. For those interested we’ll also offer a fun day trip from Santiago to search for Andean Condors and a few other really cool birds that can be found in the mountains. This trip will officially start in Punta Arenas in southern Chile. However, in order to break up the lengthy trip that far south I thought it would be fun to offer an optional day trip from Santiago to search for Andean Condors and other cool mountain birds like Moustached Turca, Scale-throated Earthcreepers and Gray-hooded Sierra Finches. Once we arrive in Punta Arenas we’ll make our way towards Torres Del Paine National Park stopping at some nice birding destinations along the way. This has to be one of the most stunningly beautiful places in the world. The scenery is truly breathtaking! We’ll spend our first few days focussing on the unique birdlife that calls Patagonia home and basking in the stunning scenery. Up next we’ll spend two and a half days searching for Pumas on a private reserve. We’ll hire a professional “Puma Tracker” to really increase our odds of success here. With any luck we’ll be able to find several of these majestic cats and get some great shots and make some fantastic memories. After enjoying the best that Patagonia has to offer, we’ll travel back to Punta Arenas for the night so that we can catch our flights out to the Falkland Islands the next day. Upon arriving in the Falkland Islands, we’ll immediately travel to one of the smaller outer islands where wildlife abounds. We’ll have two nights to explore Bleaker Island and get started on our Penguin portfolio!  Of course, it’s not only Penguins we’ll be after. There are also lots of other great species of waterfowl, shorebirds, etc. to keep us busy. After a few days on Bleaker we’ll hop on over to Sea Lion Island to enjoy some of the unique photography opportunities that this Island offers. Sea Lion is one of the well-preserved islands without invasive species and as a result it is home to some of the songbirds that are absent from other islands. Birds like the Cobb’s Wren and Tussockbird are certainly possible here. But the stars of the show will continue to be the adorable Penguins! After three nights on Sea Lion Island, we’ll travel back to Stanley and prepare for a fun trip to see King Penguins the following day. By this point we should have a great collection of images from this unique part of the world. And as we wrap up the trip in the pub in Stanley, I’m sure we’ll have created not only some fantastic images, but also some great memories that will last a lifetime.   It should be a fantastic itinerary filled with great birds and photo opportunities. I hope you can join me! PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES On this photo adventure we will focus on the following opportunities: Wild Puma Photography: There is nowhere better on earth to photograph Pumas! We'll be on the best private reserve with a professional Puma tracker to give us the absolute best chances of success! Achieving Stunning Portraits: The subjects on the Falkland Islands are so tame that they provide incredible opportunities for tight portraits. Attracting birds to a perch setup: Participants will learn strategies to attract birds to a given perch and how to achieve images that have attractive light, an outstanding perch and a smooth background. Strategies for successful tropical field photography: Glenn has spent over a year and a half photographing wildlife in the tropics. Throughout the workshop he will share tips and tricks that he has learned along the way. Digital Workshops:  During the evenings for those who wish to participate, we will have image review sessions and talk about techniques and what we can expect to see the next day.  In these post processing workshops participants will have ample opportunities to improve skills in Adobe Photoshop.  Guided by Glenn, participants can learn how to take their images from straight out-of-the-camera RAW images to stunning final works of art (ready for printing or websites). A Few Highlight species include: Pumas Guanacos Magellanic Woodpecker White-throated Treerunner Andean Condor Kelp Goose Falkland Island Steamer Duck Several Species of Waterfowl Gentoo Penguins Magellanic Penguins Rockhopper Penguins King Penguins Rufous-chested Dotterel Striated Caracara Long-tailed Meadowlark Austral Pygmy Owl Patagonian Sierra Finch Other Seabirds – Cormorants, Oystercatchers, Gulls, Skuas, etc. KEY LEARNING OBJECTIVES: On this photo adventure participants will focus on the following learning objectives: Proper exposure settings for challenging tropical lighting conditions How to achieve dynamic action shots How to "set up" a nature photograph and get pleasing images How to place your subject in the frame and get beautiful backgrounds Advanced field photography techniques. Image workflow and digital processing that will ensure your images are the best that they can possibly be  WHY TRAVEL ON GLENN BARTLEY'S WORKSHOPS? Glenn focuses on more personalized attention,instruction and guidance. Glenn is regarded one of the world’s top professional photographers in bird portrait photography. Just go pick up a birding magazine and you will almost certainly find his images. Glenn often utilizes local guides with years of experience in their home areas. Glenn has more experience.  He has been to the places that he will take you – not for a week or two – but for months!!  Glenn knows where to get the best possible images and can show you how to achieve them.  Having completed his Msc. in Environmental Studies Glenn is very environmentally and socially aware.  When we visit communities around the world we give something back to these places and the people who live there.  At the end of the day Glenn’s goal is simple – To give you the best possible photographic workshop imaginable.  PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS This is a medium activity level trip. In Patagonia in order to reach the Pumas some hiking may be required. Photography on the Falklands is very relaxed. Participants must be able to carry their gear over uneven terrain for at least a mile or so (1-2km). LOGISTICS This workshop/tour is limited to 6 photographers to ensure the best photographic opportunities and instruction possible. Price: The cost of this photo workshop is USD $14,999 / person I preffer payments and deposits to be made by check. Paypal can also be arranged (send email). Accommodations are designed to be two persons per room. If you will be traveling alone and would like a private room there will be an additional charge of $750 (Patagonia) and $850 (Falklands) Once we have received your deposit we will send you a confirmation invoice and registration package. Prices include: All expert photo instruction Local guides and drivers Airfare from Chile to the Falkland Islands (likely reimbursed as it is easier for you to book your flight) All entrance fees to natural areas visited All accommodations, based on double occupancy All meals from the first evening of the tour to breakfast on departure day Land transportation during workshop Airport transfers to hotel at start of trip Price does not include: International airfare to place of tour origin (Punta Arenas) Departure flights from place of tour end (Mount Pleasant) Any additional nights accommodation outside of the tour dates Additional tips for staff such as guides and camp staff Fees for passport, visas, immunizations and insurance Bar bills at lodges Laundry, phone and other items of a personal nature Cost of hospitalization and evacuation if necessary Payment Terms: A $2000 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space on this tour.  The balance of the payment is due before June 26, 2025. Suggested Equipment: It is recommended that each participant bring the following equipment: A digital SLR and a lens of 300mm or greater. A wide angle lens A tripod is recommended HOW TO JOIN THIS PHOTO ADVENTURE? WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT? We like to keep our workshops small, so space is extremely limited. Once the workshop seats are full – that’s it…  If this exciting photo workshop sounds like fun to you, then now is the time to register. STEP 1 - Read the booking and refund policies below. STEP 2 - To confirm your registration you will need to mail a check for the $2000 deposit to Glenn Bartley. Payments can also be arranged through Paypal. Please email me to let me know that you are sending a deposit or for paypal instructions. Once a deposit is received it is understood that you have read, understood and accepted all terms and conditions as outlined in the Booking and Refund Policies. Please make checks out to:Glenn Bartley - Email me for mailing address Once I have received your deposit I will send you your complete registration package by mail. Please see the complete booking and refund policy by clicking the link below. If you have any questions before registering, send me an e-mail with any inquiries to: Please note: Glenn Bartley Nature Photography strongly recommends that you purchase travel insurance. All funds are quoted in USD dollars and subject to exchange rate fluctuation and gas surcharge if we are billed additionally. We will attempt to stay true to this itinerary. However, certain unforeseeable conditions (political, climatic, environmental, cultural, or wildlife migrations) may require changes to the itinerary. We reserve the right to alter any itinerary at any time, if necessary. We will do our absolute best to notify participants of changes as far in advance as possible. TO SEE MORE IMAGES

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