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In September I joined an awesome group of photographers and models on the Spanish island of Ibiza, a bucket list destination for many travelers. 

For this trip organized by @morii_experience, participants from across the United States and United Kingdom spent a week in two traditional mediterranean multi-level white limestone villas.  The villas were spacious enough for multiple shooting locations.  There were also shoots done on cliffs overlooking the Balearic Sea and an abandoned outdoor nightclub that now serves as graffiti canvas.

While a goal is certain to capture some amazing photographs and video, another goal is to experience the world in a way you may not otherwise enjoy, leveraging economy of scale of a group for an enhanced experience, with people you may not have met in any other setting. Many of the models had done photoshoots before, but some participants had little to no experience in front of the camera.  You would not be able to tell the difference because the photographers are experienced in posing and there is also assistance from more experienced models.

With participants from both sides of the Atlantic, there were frequent opportunities for culture exchange.

Another important note for competitors is it is not mandatory to be in peak form for these shoots. Nor is it a requirement to be a fitness competitor to participate.  If you have a fun personality and want to combine awesome photos with a bucket list destination and meet new people you’ll likely stay in touch with, this is a great way to do all three!

We were busy with shoots for four days, but we did save time to experience the Ibiza night life.  David Guetta was in town for a set at HI Ibiza and was the headliner of a night that ended at sunrise.

You can check out a few of my favorite photographs from the week.  I have also shared a montage video filmed by one of the other participants.  If you look closely, you can see me in the aerial shot at the 5 second mark.