Yes. that’s the plan. We went to JNB four years ago, DXB three years ago, and GIB last year. BKK and EZE are next. Not necessarily in that order.
Far from it. It’s a travel adventure with Zack and Andre. You’ll improve your craft while we are on the road and we will have scheduled reviews of your work but please do not envision yourself sitting in class room listening to lectures.
As an added bonus we may produce some images for local non-profits on the way. It is our way of giving back to the communities that will welcome us and help us travel to areas that are not accessible to the casual traveler.
BKK in Spring 2024.
Prices differ from adventure to adventure. For the 2024 tour, successful applicants will have seven calendar days upon acceptance to make a non-refundable deposit of US$3,000.
Then by October 1st a second payment of $7,000 is due. The final payment of US$4,690 is due February 1st, 2024. The total amount is US$14,690 and can only be paid with a major credit card.
After you’ve made the 2nd, 3rd, or 4th payment but need to cancel, a partial refund (50%) will be issued ONLY if an acceptable replacement participant is confirmed.
Trust us, we'll try to find a substitute but as this is an exclusive adventure, we make no guarantees that we’re able to fill a cancelled spot.
This workshop fee includes group meals (breakfast/dinner), accommodation, and all transport during the trip. The fee does not include travel to/from the initial destination airport / location, alcohol, or extras/personal expenses not provided by the organizer.
US$500 for incidentals and alcohol. Anything else is overkill. If you need more to survive on a trip like this please don’t apply. We will find moonshine if you run out of money for alcohol.
Zack and Andre are producing the trip for the fourth time. Both of these guys are experienced travelers and they’ve contracted expert guides and logistics personnel to assist the group as needed. Andre has traveled to over 60 countries and will be your zen master of travel. He has organized trips to the most remote areas of the world and looses his cool only if there is no beer in sight at the end of the day.
We won’t tell you. The only thing we can tell you is where the group will meet. The 2024 tour starts at the airport in Bangkok; it will end at the same airport when the trip is done.
That does not mean, however, that we will necessarily stay in Bangkok, Thailand, wherever we meet, or even Asia. Or it might. All airports are chosen as strategic and easily accessible hubs for each of our adventures.
It is very possible that we will meet in Bangkok next year only to fly to Los Angeles. We won’t, by the way. Or we will. Probably not. But maybe.
If there are specific sites you always wanted to check out while in Bangkok stay a little longer and please do so before or after our tour.
Well, we understand. This is not for everybody. Zack and Andre envision an adventure that appeals to the explorer in you. A lost art form so to speak. The suspense is part of the adventure and we will not budge. Too many people lost their soul to smart phones and the Internet already. We will not stand for this. If you feel overly anxious about this approach then please do not apply to join our tribe.
Third time asking, slightly different answer. Zack and Andre are family-first-people. We understand the need for your family to know where you are. Here is the deal: The moment we take “possession” of you one person in your family will get a link where they can track your whereabouts at any time if they wish to do so. We will send a text message personally when we meet for the first time and keep them abreast with daily updates. We will tell them when we drop you at the airport at the end of the trip, in person.
But about that whole “beforehand” thing - nope. We don’t want to ruin the suspense.
Nope, Andre is diagnosed with OCD. No jokes here. You’ll be in good hands.
No, because you won’t need any. Or, yes if we need one. In which case we will obtain them on the fly. If you hold a U.S. Passport you will be directed through countries you will not need a Visa or require eVisa days before or upon arrival. No prep work required from you.
Possibly.
No worries. Let us know on your application form. We will make sure that you can get all the Visas required before we leave. This will take some trust from your side since we will need your passport information in advance and some signatures on pesky forms. You might hold a passport which will make it difficult for you to travel in areas we’ll go. In that case we will gently steer you toward the next adventure with us. And are sorry. Very sorry. Even angry. The world is fucked up.
If you ask this question, you are. Except when you are under 21 or 18 depending on your passport. In this case legal issues prevent us from taking you.
No. But if you have one, definitely bring it.
Participants are selected at the sole discretion of the organizers. You’ll fill out a lot of virtual paper. Then Zack and Andre will look through it and be in touch with you either way.
Up to you. As of now we only have one spot left for 2024. If they’re gone they’re gone. We’ll close registration on June 1st, 2023.
All of it. Be prepared for planes, balloons, cars, feet, boats, helicopters, trains, and donkeys. In no particular order. No promises are made but prepare for all of it. And always bring sugar cubes; donkeys love sugar cubes. And whiskey for the drivers of the cars. Same reason.
Yes. Unapologeticly. Sorry. Don't worry though. We won't punch you.
Be prepared to travel. This is what this adventure is all about. We believe we will make this worth your while. Seriously, the tour is the destination in this case (don’t throw up, yet) but we can make the following promise after you have arrived at our meeting point: Not more than five hours on a plane, not more than four hours in a public bus, not more than two hours on the back of a donkey. Trains? Cars? Well. There might or might not be long train rides. Or endless drives through the dessert.
But seriously, Zack will not take more than two hours on a donkey. If you are not in, you are out.
Anything. Within reason. We will not make you sleep on the floor without protection from the elements and we will not make you cry at night. But we may camp, we may sleep in villages, we may sleep on planes, trains or boats. We may stay in a hostel, we may visit a five star resort. Be ready.
You may share accommodations with a same-gender roommate or a group of same-gender folks in a room. You may have your own tent. Or not. You’ll want to hold the notion of a single sleeping arrangement very loosely. Like in non-existing. Don’t ask for it. We don’t have it. And you’ll love every minute of it.
Bright. If you need a curriculum inquire for a Photography Course at a community college of your choice. Having said that we pledge to make sure that you’ll improve your photography skills and your storytelling craft.
Overly risky actives are not being planned for (like skydiving or bull fighting) but there are always dangers associated with transportation and just being in locations and environments off-the-beat track.
It’s important for you to know that you are voluntarily applying to participate in this adventure with the knowledge of the risks and dangers involved with photographing and traveling in locations and environments that are not controlled by the organizer. You freely and voluntarily assume all risks of injuries and damages and notwithstanding such risks you agree to participate in the adventure.
We will take ANY possible precaution to avoid ANY uncomfortable situation beforehand. If we see that local unrest may hamper our experience we will change the itinerary. If the U.S. Department of State puts out a travel warning we will take that into consideration. We’ll get daily updates on safety and weather by one of the world-leading travel security companies based in the U.K. and will act on them. Having said that not everything can be planned and we will move in countries perceived less stable than the United States. Perceived. If you are uncomfortable with that please don’t apply. Otherwise apply to join and if accepted you will be in very good hands. We are professionals and won’t take unnecessary risks. Ever.
Nobody. You are aware that by submitting your application you are waiving certain legal rights, including the right to sue or otherwise make any claim against Zack or Andre, or their employees, agents, companies, and contractors, for any loss, injury or damage resulting from participation in this workshop. You must agree to these terms before you travel. And it will be watertight.
We will leave without you. Our schedule is tight and it would not be fair to have your tribe wait for you. We need to move. Like sharks. That was too much, huh? However, at that point you will have means of contacting us before or after your delay and we will work with you to get you where we are as soon as possible at your or your airline’s cost.
No, not really. You should bring everything you need for semi-adventurous travel sans sleeping gear, we’ll make sure you’re tucked into a somewhat clean bed every night.
Adequate. Or not. But don’t worry too much. We have needs too. However, sometimes the amenities will be a bit rough around the edges—don’t expect fresh flowers and a jet tub. Usually we will try to offer western style toilets and running water. But we can’t guarantee it. Moreover, you might experience a day or two without a shower.
Yes. If she or he is interested in improving their skills. The DEDPXL Tour is not intended for traveling spouses or partners without any interest in photography.
Yes. Within and for medical reasons only. We’ll work with all approved applicants to make sure contingencies are in place should a plan B be required. You’ll need to provide all necessary information after you have been admitted to the tour.
By all means! Andre never travels without them. And he does not share.
We will have access to hospitals and/or medical clinics throughout the trip. But some of them are hundreds of miles away and might be located in developing countries. We will require that you purchase medical evacuation insurance and strongly recommend international medical and trip cancellation insurance. MedJet Assist is an excellent option for the evacuation insurance but there are other players around. You must provide proof of purchase of your medical evacuation policy to us.
Very likely. Approved applicants should be prepared to discuss the details of their medical readiness for international travel (and pay for any of the required vaccines). We will lead you through the process but you will need to talk to your physician about it to make a final decision.
From time to time, yes… but don’t rely on it. You may be off-the-cell-phone-grid for up to three consecutive days. We cannot and will not guarantee any functioning access to the Internet. If you’ll have access consider it a treat. If you can’t live without the Internet you might not be adventure-ready! The organizers will have a fully charged satellite phone for emergency purposes at any time.
Not always. Plan for two days of shooting or cell-phoning without power.
Pack light.
We’ll send you a suitcase (yes, really) which you can pack any way you want. You may also take one additional personal item (small photo bag OR backpack OR satchel) with you.
The goal is to travel with carry-on luggage ONLY.
Additionally, you will receive a recommended packing list from the organizers shortly before we depart.
And again, pack light.
We may send you a video how to pack light.
Yes. No. And who knows. Again, you will be provided with an extensive packing list and weather forecast. Everything else is up to whichever authority you wanna blame.
All of them. Be bold.
Or just pack a mirrorless camera with a fixed 28mm. Or a Polaroid. Or just bring your phone. Your choice. Any way you will have the time of your life.
Yes, twice. But seriously, be a nice person. If you are not you don’t want to be on this tour. Zack and Andre are mean to nasty people.
The only catch is that we reserve the right to cancel the trip if we don’t have the 10 participants we need to make this happen by September 1st. In which case you’ll get ALL of your money back and priority for our 2025 adventure.
Zack
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Disintegration by The Cure
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Damn. by Kendrick Lamar
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Trouble Will Find Me by The National
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Floodland by The Sisters of Mercy
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Apologies by David Ramirez
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1979 - 1983 Volume 1 by Bauhaus
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A Deeper Understanding by The War On Drugs
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The Cost by The Frames
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Jane’s Addiction Live by Jane’s Addiction
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Malibu by Anderson .Paak
Andre
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Revenge by Charles Mingus
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Bitches Brew by Miles Davis
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Stop Making Sense by Talking Heads
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Despite the Snow by Emily Baker
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Lift by Chris Potter
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Perpetuum Mobile by Einstürzende Neubauten
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Live in London by Leonard Cohen
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Live from Folsom Prison by Johnny Cash
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Murder Ballads by Nick Cave
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Back in Black by AC/DC
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Zack
Love Feat Zacari by Kendrick Lamar featuring Zacari
Andre
Johnny Cash & Kraftwerk. Sometimes only Cash.
Please contact us, we’ll answer.
frequently asked questions
Instead of a detailing a bunch of marketing mumbo jumbo we decided to address your concerns as directly as possible by giving answers (as best as we can) to the questions we know you have. This way we're saving you from having to read a bunch of bullshit.
wtf? a mystery destination?
That’s right We won’t tell you a thing.
If you apply and come with us the only thing you’re going to know is which airport we’re departing from and what to pack.
That’s it.
If you give a shit about having the experience of your lifetime - and creating photographs you are so proud of that you will never shut up talking about them for years to come - then you need to apply right now.
For 2024 we have only ONE spot left since past participants and selected approved applicants from last year got preference.
Apply now to be considered for the third DEDPXL Tour. This year we will start in Bangkok or another Asian city. (First of many disclaimers: That does not necessarily mean we will stay in Bangkok wherever we meet. Or Thailand. Or Asia. Please read our FAQs very carefully.)
It all started in 2018 with our Johannesburg adventure. Meanwhile we have been to numerous places round the world, from Namibia to Tbilisi to Tashkent to Greenland. And lots in between.
And here is a link to a great article, published in Good Grit, describing what we do.
In 2024 we will be traveling to Bangkok and in 2025 to Buenos Aires. That’s it.
Five destinations on five continents in five (now, seven) years and successful applicants will join us without knowing the itinerary beforehand.
They give a shit about the world around them.
They give a shit about their photography as a craft.
Produce a new body of work while being on an adventure of a lifetime.
Applications are now being accepted for the fourth DEDPXL Tour, a top secret traveling adventure for 10 photographers who give a shit.
They give a shit about their integrity as an artist.