RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL
September 17-19, 2027
SHAMAYIM Photo Shoot Expeditions are immersive, editorial-level creative experiences curated for the creation of exceptional, world-class imagery. For 2027, SHAMAYIM brings the Expedition to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Rio is a city defined by dramatic contrasts, where tropical beaches, lush Atlantic rainforest, monumental mountains, modern architecture, and vibrant Brazilian culture exist within the same extraordinary landscape. Its combination of natural beauty and urban energy creates an unparalleled canvas for fashion photography.
For 2027, SHAMAYIM travels to Brazil with an editorial vision centered on Rio's distinctive relationship between fashion, nature, and movement. The expedition transforms the Brazilian coastline and surrounding tropical landscapes into a series of refined luxury fashion editorials while combining sophisticated styling, cinematic lighting, intentional storytelling, and SHAMAYIM's signature approach with the energy and beauty of Rio.
It is a professionally produced editorial production where photographers, models, and fashion designers collaborate to create portfolio-defining work in one of the world's most cinematic destinations.
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Expedition Itinerary
Sep 17-19, 2027
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DAY ONE — ARRIVAL
Friday
10:00 AM–3:00 PM — Airport Arrivals
Private group transfer from GIG or SDU.
Approximately 2½ hours — Transfer to Resort
3:00 PM — Check-In
5:00 PM — Creative Welcome
7:00 PM — Welcome Dinner
8:30 PM — Production Briefing
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DAY TWO — RIO EDITORIAL
Saturday
6:30 AM — Makeup
8:00 AM — Shoot One
COSTA VERDE BEACH
Brazilian beach fashion.
10:30 AM — Shoot Two
ATLANTIC FOREST
Organic, dramatic editorial imagery.
12:30 PM — Lunch
2:00 PM — Resort Editorial
Pool, architecture, gardens and resort fashion.
4:30 PM — Golden Hour
Beach portraits and moving fashion imagery.
6:00 PM — BTS Group Content
7:30 PM — Dinner
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DAY THREE — DEPARTURE
Sunday
7:30 AM — Breakfast
8:30 AM — Final Portrait Session
10:30 AM — Check-Out
11:00 AM — Airport Transfer
THE RIO POSITIONING
The marketing language should make the distinction clear:
RIO DE JANEIRO — COSTA VERDE
This is not a conventional tourist trip through Rio.
It is a fashion production retreat in one of Brazil's most cinematic coastal environments
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Lodging
Club Med Rio Das Pedras
is an upscale all-inclusive beachfront resort on Brazil's Costa Verde, in Mangaratiba, Rio de Janeiro state. It is known for combining Atlantic Forest scenery with a private beach, a broad range of sports and recreation, and the Club Med all-inclusive vacation experience. It holds a 4-star rating and consistently receives strong guest scores across major travel platforms.
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Shoot locations
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Who Should Attend the Expedition?
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Photographers looking to strengthen their portfolio, expand into fashion or editorial work, or gain experience directing talent in high-production environments will benefit from hands-on shooting opportunities under SHAMAYIM’s guidance. The expedition offers access to premium locations, experienced talent, and a complete production environment that would be difficult and expensive to coordinate independently.
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This expedition is ideal for aspiring and working fashion models seeking to develop a stronger, more competitive portfolio with editorial imagery that stands apart from conventional studio or city-based work. Shooting in Egypt provides access to cinematic landscapes, ancient architecture, and luxury environments that communicate range, sophistication, and international appeal. Models will benefit from direct posing and performance direction, multiple styled concepts, and content suitable for agency submissions, personal branding, and portfolio development.
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Fashion designers seeking powerful campaign imagery, lookbook content, or editorial visuals for their collections will find Egypt to be an unmatched setting. From architectural grandeur to stark desert landscapes and luxury marine environments, the expedition allows designers to showcase garments in settings that amplify craftsmanship, silhouette, and brand identity.
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Why Attend the Expedition?
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Participants leave with elevated content created in locations that are visually rare, culturally rich, and globally recognizable.
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Rather than attempting to self-produce abroad, attendees join a fully organized creative operation with logistics, transportation, accommodations, and production support handled for them.
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Access SHAMAYIM’s Creative Direction
Participants gain the opportunity to work directly within SHAMAYIM’s visual framework, receiving guidance on posing, lighting, styling, creative execution, and editorial storytelling.
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Network With Serious Creatives
The expedition intentionally gathers models, photographers, stylists, designers, and artists in one environment, creating opportunities for future collaborations and professional relationships.
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Experience Egypt Through Fashion and Art
Beyond production, the itinerary includes structured exploration time, cultural immersion, and sightseeing woven into the experience.
FAQs
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Your expedition includes:
Private Hotel accommodations
Meals
All local transportation
Airport transfers
Expedition manager support
Access to all scheduled shoots and locations
Creative direction from SHAMAYIM
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Participants are responsible for:
International airfare
Travel insurance
Visa fees (if applicable)
Personal shopping and incidental expenses
Wardrobe, equipment, and personal creative tools
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Not necessarily. However, this expedition is best suited for individuals who are serious about portfolio development and prepared to work in a production-oriented environment.
Models: Beginner to advanced accepted
Photographers: Must understand camera fundamentals
HMUA / Stylists / Designers: Should have working experience or portfolio goals
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No. Participants should bring their own professional equipment.
Photographers should bring:
Camera bodies
Lenses
Batteries
Chargers
Memory cards
Laptop/hard drives (recommended)
Hair, makeup, and styling professionals should bring their full kits.
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Moderately demanding. Some locations require walking, early call times, and working outdoors in desert or temple environments.
Participants should be comfortable with:
Long shoot days
Travel transitions
Variable terrain
Early mornings
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Yes. The itinerary includes designated exploration and sightseeing windows, allowing participants to experience Egypt beyond production.
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No. This is a portfolio development expedition and production experience. While education and guidance are embedded into the experience, the primary objective is creating strong professional imagery.
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Spaces are intentionally limited to maintain production quality, creative focus, and personalized attention.
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Registered participants will receive:
Welcome packet
Full itinerary
Packing guide
Wardrobe recommendations
Arrival instructions
Group communication details
Closer to departure.
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A dedicated Expedition Manager will be on-site throughout the experience to oversee logistics, scheduling, transportation coordination, and participant support.
Investment & Booking
The SHAMAYIM Expeditions are immersive creative experiences designed for photographers, models, filmmakers, stylists, and visual creatives seeking to elevate both their portfolio and artistic vision through destination editorial production.
Every expedition is intentionally organized to remove logistical stress from participants so they can focus entirely on creating exceptional work, building relationships, and experiencing the destination.
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$4,495
The Rio model experience becomes a three-look SHAMAYIM Brazilian Editorial Session.
Includes:
2 nights luxury all-inclusive accommodation
Airport pickup and return
All meals
Welcome dinner
Shoot-day dinner
All production transportation
Professional makeup artist
Makeup and touch-ups
3 professionally styled looks
Wardrobe provided
3-look photography session with SHAMAYIM
Creative direction
Professional model direction
Posing and movement direction
Beach editorial
BTS photography
BTS video
Professionally retouched images
Group editorial participation
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$3,995
Includes:
2 nights luxury all-inclusive resort accommodation
Airport pickup and return
All expedition meals
Welcome dinner
Shoot-day dinner
All production transportation
Professional model
Professional makeup artist
Model makeup
Curated model wardrobe
Photographer wardrobe
Professional lighting
Production equipment
Creative direction
Multiple editorial environments
Professional BTS photography
Professional BTS video
Portfolio images
Complete editorial production
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Investment
Custom Proposal
Fashion, beauty, jewelry, accessories, swimwear, skincare, and luxury lifestyle brands are invited to participate in the expedition through editorial product placement and content creation.
Brands may participate in one of two ways:
Product Placement
Ship products directly to the production for use in editorial campaigns without attending the expedition.
Brand Representative
Attend the expedition with your products and collaborate directly with SHAMAYIM and the creative team during production.
Customized participation options are available based on each brand's marketing objectives, production requirements, and desired deliverables. Investment is determined following a consultation.
Brand Participation May Include
Professionally art-directed editorial photography
Luxury lifestyle imagery
Social media content creation
Behind-the-scenes content
Product integration within multiple editorials
Professional models
Creative direction by SHAMAYIM
Access to the luxury resort and production environment
Networking opportunities with industry creatives
Custom quotations are provided based on campaign scope, number of products, production requirements, licensing needs, and whether a brand representative will attend the expedition.
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GUEST PARTICIPATION (Family & Friends)
Guests may accompany participants in a non-production capacity.
$350 PER GUEST
Includes:
Hotel accommodations (shared with host)
Ground transportation during expedition
Access to sightseeing (non-production zones only)
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CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation and Confirmation
(a) Once the initial payment has been received, your booking is considered Confirmed.
(b) After confirmation, no refunds will be issued on session fees. All session rates are immediately applied to the production of your workshop.Cancellation by Participant
(a) If you need to cancel your participation, you have the option to transfer your spot to another individual. The new participant will be responsible for the full session fee.
(b) In the case of an emergency, you may transfer your workshop fee to another session hosted by SHAMAYIM Studios within 14 days of your original session date.Independent Contractors
(a) All non-employee contributors to your session, such as makeup artists, hair stylists, models, wardrobe stylists, designers, assistants, and other professionals, are considered independent contractors. They are not covered by this cancellation policy and will have their own terms regarding cancellations.
Cancellation by SHAMAYIM
(a) If SHAMAYIM Studios must cancel the session for any reason, you will be entitled to a full refund.
(b) Refunds will be processed within 14–21 days, depending on your financial institution’s processing times.
Registration
To ensure a seamless experience, all participants must complete the following steps to officially secure their place on the expedition.
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Step 1: Submit Registration Form
Complete the official SHAMAYIM Expedition Registration Form below.
Provide your participant information, creative role, contact details, and any additional services or accommodations you may require.
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After submitting your registration form, the SHAMAYIM team will review your application and confirm availability.
Once approved, you will receive your official expedition confirmation email with payment instructions and next steps.
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If selected, you will receive an official acceptance email with:
Confirmation of participation
Payment instructions
Travel and onboarding details
Full expedition guide
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Once confirmed, you will receive your welcome packet, including:
Detailed itinerary
Packing and wardrobe guide
Travel instructions
Group coordination details