Molly Danner [Director, Photography Trip Talent, National Geographic] came back with a rave review of your performance on our Eastern Cuba trip, along with the recommendation that I consider featuring you as NG photographer on future private jet trips—which I most definitely will do!
Ford Cochran, Director of Programming
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS
In his coffee-table book Cuba Classics: A Celebration of Vintage American Automobiles, Christopher P. Baker has done a remarkable job documenting Cuba's most important cultural icons, visually capturing the elusive sense of place that is the goal of every travel photographer and yet which very few every achieve. For a writer of Chris' ability to demonstrate equal talent as a photographer is an enviable accomplishment. We are delighted to have National Geographic Cuba expert, Chris joining us to elevate this tour to an experience that goes way above any normal photography workshop.
Robert Holmes, Owner of Lumaria Workshops & five-time 'Travel Photographer of the Year'
Chris was the perfect trip leader. His knowledge of the country and its history is vast, and he enthusiastically wanted to share it with us along with his years of experience as a photographer. He’s talented, interesting, accessible, and fun to travel with. Plus, he really did seem to care about each of us — if we were okay, getting good images, too tired, too hot, etc..
JUDY B., Colombia 2018
JIM CLINE PHOTO TOURS
My favorite part of this trip was Chris’ input, be it in the realm of photography or in his vast knowledge of Cuba. Chris was great; he took me from non-photographer status, i.e. point and shoot only…to fanatical photographic virtuoso. That was a surprise bonus since I was just going along for the ride…not for the photography! Chris made photography, history and current events fascinating. Plus, he truly had a love for the locals and treated them with compassion and respect. Being introduced to Cuba through the eyes and camera of Christopher was inspirational.”
Paula Z., Eastern Cuba trip, 2018
JIM CLINE PHOTO TOURS
If clients had traveled with you before, they came to Cuba to experience it with you. If they hadn’t met you before, they’ll go out of their way to travel with you again in the future… Christopher, we've now got new dates in place for the 2017 Cuba Photo expedition, and we're pleased to have you once more in the coming season.
Ford Cochran, Director of Programming
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS
Please feel free to invite me on ANY cruise that Christopher Baker does with you again and I will spread the word. I know he was recovering from a motorcycling injury and still gave terrific lectures… I learned quite a bit to bring home. This was a life-changer for me. Seriously, I am hooked… Thanks to this cruise I have fallen in love with my camera.
MARY ANN A., Mexico’s Sea of Cortes 2017
UNCRUISE ADVENTURES
Chris, you are a one of a kind. Really enjoyed you as a photographer, a guide, and of course as a fabulous story teller. You have so much Cuba knowledge and I loved your positive energy.”
Asa M., Cuba, 2020
JIM CLINE PHOTO TOURS
I loved it! Loved the people in our group; the venue; the opportunity to be with a professional. I mean WOW! couldn't get better! Never did a workshop before but I'll certainly do more.
Dave P., Cuba, 2017
LUMARIA WORKSHOPS
Thanks for the master class in photography. I learned so very much from you, particularly about context, ambiance and milieu to create a riveting picture.
SARAH S., Cuba 2020
JIM CLINE PHOTO TOURS
Chris, the trip was a knockout (truly)... but I eventually recovered. Haha!
Bob W., Cuba, 2016
LUMARIA WORKSHOPS