Eligibility & Requirements

To participate in Copita Camera, all applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be 21 years of age or older at the time of the event.

  • Have a basic understanding of photography. Prior experience in beverage, portrait, or documentary photography is strongly preferred.

  • Be able and willing to travel to Oaxaca, Mexico during the scheduled dates.

  • Submit a short video (2 minutes max) that addresses:

    • Your background and experience with photography.

    • Why you're interested in attending Copita Camera.

    • How you plan to apply the skills learned during the experience.

Trip Costs & Financial Responsibility

By submitting an application, you acknowledge and accept the following financial responsibilities:

You are responsible for covering:

  • Round-trip flights to and from Oaxaca, Mexico.

  • Lodging for 2 nights at Paraíso Banhez and 1 night in Oaxaca City.

  • Food and beverages outside of scheduled tastings.

  • Any personal expenses, including optional excursions, shopping, or entertainment.

Estimated Cost Range: $800 to $2,000 per attendee. This estimate varies depending on flight prices, lodging availability at time of booking, dining preferences, and optional activities.

Banhez will provide:

  • Guided distillery tours

  • Curated tastings

  • Hands-on photography mentorship throughout the trip

MEDIA & CONTENT SHARING UNDERSTANDING

By participating in the Copita Camera Experience, you acknowledge the following shared intentions around content use:

  • You fully own all photos, videos, and media you capture during the experience.

  • You're welcome to share a personal selection of your captured content with Banhez for use in organic marketing, storytelling, and educational materials that celebrate this shared journey and the community behind it.

  • Banhez will do its best to credit you whenever your content is used, though there may be occasions when tags or direct attribution aren’t possible.

Liability & Waiver Agreement

Participation in Copita Camera is voluntary. By applying and, if selected, attending the event, you accept the following terms:

  • CNI Brands and Banhez are not liable for:

    • Lost, stolen, or damaged personal items (e.g., cameras, luggage).

    • Any injuries, illnesses, or accidents that occur during travel or the experience.

    • Flight cancellations, travel delays, or missed connections.

  • You are fully responsible for your own safety, belongings, and well-being during the trip.