Oct 15-17, 2010 - Muskoka Fall Colours - Mastering the Digital Workflow
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Oct 15-17, 2010
Location: Port Carling, Muskoka
Master the complete digital workflow from capture to print in this exciting new workshop by professional nature photographer and fine art print maker, Andrew Collett.
Fine art photography is a marriage of technical mastery and creative vision. Both are essential to creating photographic works of art, however, rarely do these "perfect" photographs happen by accident. In my new workshop, Mastering the Digital Workflow, I will teach you the complete digital workflow I use to craft technically perfect and artistically compelling photographic works of art.
Our time together will be a combination of in the field shooting and studio sessions and will cover the following topics:
Field Shoots:
I will be taking you to some of my favourite locations in and around Muskoka where I will be teaching you a combination of technical and creative lessons that will ensure you are shooting for optimal quality while unleashing the creative potential of the scene. Topics covered in the field will include:
* Learning to shoot in manual mode for optimal aperture and shutter speed settings
* Reading and understanding the histogram
* How to choose the best exposure based on the information provided in the histogram
* Learning to manually focus for maximum depth of field
* Equipment selection, what works and what doesn’t.
* Crafting compositions that recreate a sense of "depth"
* Understanding visual rhythm and balance
* Selecting compelling subject matter
* Choosing the right light and atmosphere
Studio Sessions:
Held at my studio and gallery in Port Carling, I will be teaching you the digital workflow I use to bring RAW files to life and prepare them for printing. Using Adobe Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom, I will teach you a workflow that produces optimal quality in a simplistic and easy to follow process. This is not about Photoshop tricks, it is about learning how to subtlety process your RAW file to bring out it’s best qualities in the final print. Once your photograph has been processed, I will then demonstrate how to optimize your image for printing with each participant being able to print their photographs using my Epson 9900 printer. Topics covered will include:
* Colour Management and Monitor Calibration
* Raw workflow using Photoshop CS4 and Lightroom
* Using Photoshop to subtlety enhance your image and prepare it for printing
* Choosing the right paper to bring out the best in your image
The workshop agenda will be as follows:
Friday - 4:00pm Start Time
Orientation at my gallery located at 73 Joseph Street, Port Carling. Following the orientation we will than be heading out to shoot the evening light and sunset.
Saturday
We will be heading on Saturday for both sunrise and sunset shoots. During the day we will be at my studio processing and printing.
Sunday - Workshop will finish around 5:00pm
Will be the same as Saturday with the exception of the sunset shoot.
Limited to 8 Participation
I am limiting the size of each workshop to 8 participants. This will ensure that I can spend maximum time with everyone. I would suggest that you register as soon as you can confirm your availability as this workshop will sell out quickly!
Cost
The cost for the workshop is $500.00 plus GST of 5%. To guarantee your space simply register by using the Pay Pal button at the top right of this page or if you prefer to register off line please contact me to make alternate arrangements.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is open to all levels of photographers but will benefit those most who have a basic understanding of image processing software (does not have to be Photoshop) and who shoot with a DSLR camera.
Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be given if cancellation is made prior to 60 days before the start or the workshop. Unfortunately no refunds can be made if cancellation is made less than 30 days before the start of the workshop unless a suitable replacement is available.
What to Bring?
All your camera gear and don’t forget your tripod! A notebook computer is NOT necessary for the image processing as we will be using my computer system in the studio, however if you want to bring your own feel free to do so.
To register please use the button at the top of the page in the right margin or contact me to make alternative payment arrangements.
Port Carling
73 Joseph Street (Highway 118)
Call 705.644.2996 for gallery hours.
Student Comments
Thank you Andrew for a challenging and rewarding workshop. The improvement that your techniques made to my pictures is stunning. I learned a lot about what it takes to raise photography to the level of art.
Louis Nel, Ottawa
Hi Andrew, I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed your workshop, not only was it enjoyable but also extremely educational. I know I will do better work because of it. Thank you for sharing your talent. I will be booking another workshop with you when this one has fully settled into my photography.
Bob Williams, Ottawa
