South Africa

April 14-17 2027

Cape Town is one of the world's great photographic cities.

Where the Atlantic Ocean meets dramatic mountains, modern architecture, historic neighborhoods and an internationally connected fashion community, the city offers an extraordinary environment for photographers and models looking to create work with a distinctly global perspective.

The SHAMAYIM Cape Town Photo Shoot Expedition is designed as more than a destination photoshoot. It is an opportunity to experience the local fashion industry, connect with Cape Town modeling agencies, discover new talent and create a professional editorial portfolio in one of the world's most visually compelling cities.

This expedition brings together models and photographers from around the world with local Cape Town talent and industry professionals.

The trip culminates with a full editorial production on Camps Bay, creating imagery against the Atlantic coastline and the dramatic Twelve Apostles mountain range.

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Behind the scenes of SHAMAYIM's South Africa Photo Shoot Expedition.

Expedition Itinerary

    • APRIL 14 — ARRIVAL

      WELCOME TO CAPE TOWN

      Participants arrive in Cape Town and make their way to the Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers.

      AFTERNOON

      Hotel Check-In

      Settle into your accommodations, unpack and prepare for the expedition.

      Participants will receive their expedition briefing, schedule and production information.

      EVENING

      Welcome Dinner

      The group will gather for an informal welcome dinner and expedition orientation.

      This is an opportunity for participants to meet the photographers, models and creatives joining the expedition and discuss the following day's agency appointments.

      NIGHT

      Free Evening

      Participants are free to rest or explore Cape Town independently.

  • APRIL 14 — ARRIVAL

    WELCOME TO CAPE TOWN

    Participants arrive in Cape Town and make their way to the Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers.

    AFTERNOON

    Hotel Check-In

    Settle into your accommodations, unpack and prepare for the expedition.

    Participants will receive their expedition briefing, schedule and production information.

    EVENING

    Welcome Dinner

    The group will gather for an informal welcome dinner and expedition orientation.

    This is an opportunity for participants to meet the photographers, models and creatives joining the expedition and discuss the following day's agency appointments.

    NIGHT

    Free Evening

    Participants are free to rest or explore Cape Town independently.

  • The expedition culminates with a full-day editorial production in Camps Bay.

    Camps Bay provides one of Cape Town's most recognizable visual environments: the Atlantic Ocean, expansive beach, palm-lined coastline and dramatic mountain backdrop.

    The objective is not to create a conventional beach editorial.

    The environment becomes the setting for fashion imagery with an international editorial point of view.

    MORNING SESSION

    ATLANTIC LIGHT

    Approx. 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    The production begins in the morning while the coastline is quiet and the light is softer.

    VISUAL DIRECTION

    • Resort fashion

    • Swim

    • Editorial portraiture

    • Minimalist fashion

    • Coastal movement

    • Environmental portraits

    The morning session will emphasize the relationship between the model, wardrobe and natural environment.

    AFTERNOON SESSION

    CAPE TOWN / FASHION

    Approx. 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    After a midday break, production resumes with a stronger fashion direction.

    The objective is to move away from conventional beach photography and create imagery that feels appropriate for an international fashion publication.

    VISUAL DIRECTION

    • High fashion

    • Resort couture

    • Contemporary African fashion

    • Menswear

    • Beauty

    • Architectural compositions

    • Editorial storytelling

    Photographers will work with their selected Cape Town models throughout the production.

    GOLDEN HOUR SESSION

    THE ATLANTIC

    Approx. 4:00 PM – Sunset

    The final session takes advantage of the late-afternoon light along Camps Bay.

    The Atlantic becomes the backdrop for the closing images of the expedition.

    VISUAL DIRECTION

    • Sunset fashion

    • Silhouettes

    • Movement

    • Environmental portraiture

    • Evening resort

    • Couture

    • Cinematic imagery

    The final frames should feel less like photographs documenting a trip and more like stills from a fashion film.

  • Departure Day

    Hotel checkout.

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Lodging

CAPE TOWN MARRIOTT HOTEL CRYSTAL TOWERS

Century City, Cape Town

Participants will stay at the Cape Town Marriott Hotel Crystal Towers, a premium hotel located in Century City.

The property features contemporary guest rooms and suites, floor-to-ceiling windows, on-site dining, an outdoor pool, spa facilities and convenient access to Canal Walk and major Cape Town attractions.

The hotel is approximately 18 km from Cape Town International Airport and provides an excellent central base for the expedition.

HOTEL AMENITIES

  • Modern guest accommodations

  • Complimentary Wi-Fi for Marriott Bonvoy members

  • Outdoor swimming pool

  • Life Day Spa

  • Multiple restaurants and dining options

  • 24-hour Greatroom & Deli

  • Room service

  • Fitness facilities

  • Easy access to Canal Walk

  • Table Mountain and Cape Town attractions within convenient reach

VIDEO

Behind the scenes of SHAMAYIM's South Africa Photo Shoot Expedition.

Shoot locations

VIDEO

Behind the scenes of SHAMAYIM's South Africa Photo Shoot Expedition.

Who Should Attend the Expedition?

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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?

  • Participants leave with elevated content created in locations that are visually rare, culturally rich, and globally recognizable.

  • Rather than attempting to self-produce abroad, attendees join a fully organized creative operation with logistics, transportation, accommodations, and production support handled for them.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Experience Egypt Through Fashion and Art

    Beyond production, the itinerary includes structured exploration time, cultural immersion, and sightseeing woven into the experience.

FAQs

  • 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

  • Participants are responsible for:

    • International airfare

    • Travel insurance

    • Visa fees (if applicable)

    • Personal shopping and incidental expenses

    • Wardrobe, equipment, and personal creative tools

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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

  • Yes. The itinerary includes designated exploration and sightseeing windows, allowing participants to experience Egypt beyond production.

  • 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.

  • Spaces are intentionally limited to maintain production quality, creative focus, and personalized attention.

  • Registered participants will receive:

    • Welcome packet

    • Full itinerary

    • Packing guide

    • Wardrobe recommendations

    • Arrival instructions

    • Group communication details
      Closer to departure.

  • 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.

  • Investment $3,495

    FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS

    • Cape Town accommodation

    • Expedition coordination

    • Agency networking opportunities

    • Local production transportation

    • Camps Bay editorial production

    • Production coordination

    • Location planning

    • Creative direction

    • Professional production support

    • Group welcome experience

    • Pre-expedition planning

    • Access to SHAMAYIM production team

    MODELS

    • Modeling agency appointments

    • Opportunity to meet local agency representatives

    • Opportunity to explore representation

    • Professional photographer collaborations

    • Editorial portfolio imagery

    • Creative direction

    • Production support

  • Investment $2,995

    FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS

    • Cape Town accommodation

    • Expedition coordination

    • Agency networking opportunities

    • Local production transportation

    • Camps Bay editorial production

    • Production coordination

    • Location planning

    • Creative direction

    • Professional production support

    • Group welcome experience

    • Pre-expedition planning

    • Access to SHAMAYIM production team

    PHOTOGRAPHERS

    • Access to participating Cape Town models

    • Agency introductions

    • Opportunity to select local talent

    • Organized editorial production

    • Location coordination

    • Production transportation

    • Creative collaboration

    • International portfolio development

  • 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.

  • 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)

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • If selected, you will receive an official acceptance email with:

    • Confirmation of participation

    • Payment instructions

    • Travel and onboarding details

    • Full expedition guide

  • Once confirmed, you will receive your welcome packet, including:

    • Detailed itinerary

    • Packing and wardrobe guide

    • Travel instructions

    • Group coordination details

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