April 23, 2015 -- Valle Nevado Ski Resort, Chile -- SKI Magazine & Skiing Magazine will host the first ever Powder Click photo camp at Valle Nevado this year from August 21 - 28, offering a comprehensive, in-depth photography workshop where amateur photo and ski enthusiasts can hone their action, lifestyle, and outdoor photography skills in between runs down the powdery slopes of the Chilean Andes. Under the mentorship of professionals at the forefront of their field, participants are encouraged to nurture their creative side while at the same time expanding their technical knowledge and even learning how to get their images published. 

Powder Click will be led by SKI Magazine & Skiing Magazine Director of Photography Keri Bascetta and renowned lifestyle and ski photographer Nils Schlebusch. Camp participants spend seven days learning how to shoot on-mountain action stills, with daily seminars covering everything from photo editing techniques to tips on how to communicate with athletes and clients. In addition, campers have the chance to ski alongside international pros and help out on gear testing excursions and photo shoots with Active Junky, a media and shopping site for outdoor enthusiasts. 
 
The photo camper with the best images will be given the opportunity to have his or her work published in Skiing Magazine's Photo Annual, SKI Magazine's Spring issue, and an appearance on the magazines' website. ActiveJunky.com will also award winners of the photography competition with ski apparel and outdoor equipment.

Powder Click camp rates start at USD $2,778 for 7 nights, 8 days, and include 7 nights' lodging, daily breakfast and dinner, 8 days' lift tickets, access to all of Valle Nevado's facilities, and 8 days of photography instruction. Reduced rates for shared accommodation is an option according to availability, with lodging categories ranging from simple rooms to deluxe suites with views. 
 
For more information or to book a space, contact Preston Schlebusch Photography directly at info@prestonschlebusch.com; or call (in the U.S.) 917-364-2846. 

About the Instructors:

Keri Bascetta is Director of Photography and Staff Photographer for SKI Magazine & Skiing Magazine, having worked in publishing for nearly a decade. Keri's photo direction for the magazines has earned recognition by American Photography and the Society of Publication Designers. She has acted as a judge for PDN's Great Outdoors Photo Contest and Arc'teryx Deep Winter Photo Challenge. 
 
Nils Schlebusch is half French, half German and grew up in Spain. Skiing was his family's passion, with most of Nils' time as a kid spent skiing in Andorra and following his grandfather's tracks. Twenty years ago, Nils moved to New York City to pursue a career in photography and during that time has shot travel, portraiture, action and lifestyle images for some of the world's top publications such as Conde Nast Traveler, SKI Magazine and the New York Times.  You can see most of his work at his website www.prestonschlebusch.com.
  
About Valle Nevado:

Valle Nevado is South America's foremost ski resort, offering access to the largest amount of terrain and the most modern lift system on the continent. The resort is just 90 minutes from the Santiago International Airport in Chile, located at 10,000 feet high in the spectacular Andes Mountains. Valle Nevado guests book half-week or 7-night stays in private condominiums, or all-inclusive packages in one of three modern hotels. The Valle Nevado complex offers guests a complete experience, including boutique shops, six restaurants, a full-service spa and fitness center, cinema, library, bars and lounges, a pub with live music, sports entertainment center, and breathtaking views of the magnificent Andes in all directions. The 2015 season runs from June 26 to Sept. 27. For more information, call toll-free from the US: 1-800-669-0554, or visit www.vallenevado.com/en.