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★★★★★ 5/5

I just returned from an Iceland photo tour with Jan Miracky. This was a trip a girlfriend and I started planning a year ago.

Jan did an amazing job of providing an itinerary prior to our tour as well as providing gear lists etc well in advance of our trip.

The accommodations were very nice and our photography stops were beautiful. Jan's style of teaching and enthusiasm made our trip fun! I would highly recommend a tour with him.

Allison BetzUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

Wow! What a trip!

I have recently returned from a photography tour with Jan in Iceland. It was amazing! He was so well organized. We just had to show up with our gear and follow along on his exiting itinerary. Jan is so fun to travel with. He communicates well and his passion for photography is contagious. He has patience in his teaching. I liked how he would show us infield composition to help us get great shots. Yet, he would encourage us to explore and experiment on our own.

It truly was an adventure with lots of laughter. I learned so much and it was wonderful to capture images of so many breathtaking landscapes!

Thank you Jan, for supporting me in my photographic learning journey. I hope to join you again on a tour somewhere in this big beautiful world we live in!

Wendy MazzeiCanada
★★★★★ 5/5

"Jan is an outstanding photographer and tour organizer. I had the privilege of taking his 10-day photography tour of the Czech Republic in May 2024.

A skilled and passionate photographer, Jan went above and beyond to ensure that the group members had opportunities to improve their photography skills through an enjoyable tour.

Jan has the ability to explain photography concepts and adapt his instruction to group members with various levels of photography knowledge. He also provided excellent guidance on composition and post-processing of images. I especially appreciated Jan’s friendliness, patience, good humour, and interesting conversations on a broad range of topics.

The itinerary was well-balanced, with a mix of cityscapes and rural landscapes, as well as some down time to do post-processing of images or just to relax. It was particularly helpful that Jan took us to photo shoot vantage points that would have been hard to find on our own. While every day provided incredible new sights, the highlight for me was photographing landscapes in south Moravia and learning about the local culture.

My photography skills have improved dramatically as a result of this tour and I highly recommend Jan to anyone looking to improve their photography skills through Shuttermoon’s travel photography tours.

I am grateful for Jan’s dedication to photography, his support of my learning journey, and am hopeful to continue to explore travel photography with him again in the future."

Judy CernyCanada
★★★★★ 5/5

"Just returned from a tour of the Czech Republic with Shuttermoon. Jan did a fabulous job with this trip. His attention to detail and pre departure communication made sure that all my questions were answered. The itinerary was packed and a bit of a whirlwind but so enjoyable. Having been to Prague previously, I was excited to see other parts of the country and the tour did not disappoint. The itinerary was varied and each day presented something different to experience – both from a photography and cultural experience standpoint.

From a photography perspective I appreciated Jan helping me move out of my comfort zone and photograph subjects that I do not usually photograph. Needless to say, I learned a lot along the way that will help me become a better photographer – both in the field and post production. With his help I have a lot of “keeper” photos from the trip and increased confidence in my skills.

I would have no reservations recommending Jan and Shuttermoon tours and look forward to joining another tour in the near future."

Cindi Kisiel-SmithUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

"Even for a non-photographer this was a great trip. I got to see parts of the Czech Republic that the average traveler would not get to get. In addition the restaurants chosen for meals very good. I also learned some photography techniques to use with a cell phone. Highly recommended trip."

Ray SmithUSA
★★★★★ 5/5
"We loved our photography tour of Cappadocia and Istanbul, Turkey.  Jan did a great job of organizing all of the trip details including arranging for very good local guides. His communication skills are stellar and we always felt informed both before and during the trip. Jan is great at making any necessary adjustments during the tour and does so with a smile on his face. He really is a lot of fun to travel with, and he’s a great photographer with a strong eye for composition who’s able to help you get the best photographs you can at any given location. We hope to do another photography tour with Jan in the future!"
Karyn and Bill WardsUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

"I recently took a photographic trip to Capadoccia with Jan Miřacký with whom had the pleasure of doing a photo tour of Prague recently.

We focused mainly in Capadoccia, and secondarily in Istanbul via an extension. The experiences I had were phenomenal. I was a little concerned about the balloon ride, as I had never done one, but I flew many times in small four seater planes. The ride was so smooth and the operators so skilled that it was a total pleasure, including the flawless landing. Of course the pictures of the balloon ride were incredible, from the preparation of the balloons and the view itself from aloft.

Another unforgettable experience was the Salt Lake. I got incredible pics of the mirror-like lake, the horses and the model. The reflections are such that the horizon becomes blurred so it seems like a continuous background with the reddish hue of the sunset.

There were many more such experiences including the pottery demonstration with the smoke machine. We were dead tired towards the end, because we crammed so many things in just a few days, but the experience was incredible. I have also to mention the people that were incredible helpful at all times, from the hotel personnel to the tour guides.

Highly recommended."

Eduardo KnelerUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

"Jan is a very talented photographer who generously shares his expertise with amateurs like me. He is a wonderful, caring leader who provides world-class photography tours."

Caroline NicholsUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

"Jan provided a perfect balance of photography opportunities, cultural experiences, and unstructured downtime during our tour in Myanmar. He is kind, personable, and a genuinely fun person to spend time with. I would 10 out of 10 recommend him to anyone looking for an amazing photography experience!"

Jamie WilliamsUSA
★★★★★ 5/5

"Jan's contribution to the success of the Iceland photography tour cannot be overstated. He is a skilled photographer and motivator who went above and beyond in helping us learn and improve our photography skills, while fostering an incredible sense of camaraderie among the participants."

Brenda RuizMexico

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