Class size is limited to allow time for individual attention for each student. Each session includes classroom instruction as well as time to practice the techniques and receive immediate feedback.
Spring Refresher Workshop: Digital SLR and Point & Shoot
This one-day session is designed for those who have already taken a workshop with me. It will combine a refresher of concepts plus the best spring shooting I can find. Because we will emphasize flowers, some of which are small, those with closeup capability will do better. The group will meet briefly before traveling to the field at a location in north Georgia or Murphy, NC based on where people are coming from and our destination(s). A tripod is required. I will give individual feedback throughout the day and review images at the end.
We will combine people into vehicles as seems appropriate. Maximum of four students. Price includes lunch and snacks. $125 per person
Schedule: Contact me
Photoshop Elements 6 – An In-Depth Introduction for the Photographer
This class is designed as an introduction to using Elements to prepare images for printing and print them on a photo-quality inkjet printer. At the same time it will go into sufficient depth on key Photoshop concepts to enable the student to understand what is happening and why. I think people learn best, not when they imitate specific procedures, but when they also learn the why as well as the how. This course is intended to communicate both so that students can apply that knowledge to Elements or to Photoshop CS4.
I will teach this course in my office in Murphy, NC whenever I can assemble students and match schedules. It will be limited to 2 – 4 students, depending on how their skill levels match up. A tiny class size will enable ample discussion and feedback. The class will finish up by having the student bring in their photo quality printer, on which they will print some of their own images.
You can walk through the basic course materials here.
Requirements: Elements 6 or 7 on an adequate laptop
Time Estimate: 10 hrs.
$200
Schedule: Contact me
Point and Shoot Camera
The primary goals are to get the student comfortable with the camera, knowledgeable about its technical capabilities, and their effect on images. Classroom instruction will be minimized, with emphasis on taking students to various locations to shoot pictures, giving immediate feedback and individual instruction on depth of field, creative use of shutter speed, exposure control and much more. The group will meet briefly before traveling to the field at a location in north Georgia or Murphy, NC based on where people are coming from and our destination(s). A tripod is required. I will give individual feedback throughout the day and review images at the end. We will combine people into vehicles as seems appropriate. Maximum 4 students.
The two-day workshop includes lunch and snacks. $250
Schedule: Contact me
Digital SLR Camera
Classroom instruction will be minimized, with emphasis on taking students to various locations to shoot pictures, giving immediate feedback and individual instruction on depth of field, shutter speed, exposure control and much more. The group will meet briefly before traveling to the field at a location in north Georgia or Murphy, NC based on where people are coming from and our destination(s). A tripod is required. I will give individual feedback throughout the day and review images at the end.
We will combine people into vehicles as seems appropriate. Maximum 4 students.
The two-day workshop includes lunch and snacks. $250
Schedule: Contact me
Capturing Mountain Water in Digital Photographs
Experiment with photographing mountain lakes, creeks, and falls using a variety of techniques including time exposures, close-ups, reflections, sun sparkle, and others. Expect at least three days of field trips with some long rides to reach shooting sites chosen for their beauty and variety. This intermediate class is designed for students with a complete familiarity of their digital SLR camera and lenses (equivalent to Nikon D40, Canon 30D, or better).
August 23-28, 2009
For reservations, enroll at www.folkschool.org. (As of late April, I understand it is full, but cancellations are possible.)
One-on-One Tutoring
Any of the above subjects can also be done in one-on-one tutoring sessions. These typically are day-long shooting sessions in the field, though other arrangements are negotiable.
The basiic fee for shooting classes is $125/day. We would have to negotiate rates for Photoshop tutoring.
Schedule: Contact me
