
Seminar and Hands On Participation In this class we will cover all the basic equipment used in studio (hot and cool lights, reflectors, umbrellas, soft boxes, hand held meters, and more). Lighting ratios and posing techniques will also be discussed. **There is a hands on portion at the end of the seminar, please bring your camera to participate.** NOTICE: This class is not for novice photographers. Students should have a firm understanding of the basic principles of photography before attending.…
Find out more »Macro: Beyond Flowers with Nikon Have you ever noticed a small detail portion of something? When most people think macro, they think of flowers. We will look at technologies, shooting tips and techniques within the your camera and various NIKKOR lenses to help you improve your close up photos. This seminar will show you how to maximize your close up capabilities and make beautiful macro images.
Find out more »Audio Techniques Taught by RØDE Microphone’s own Sean Herrera Audio is the most challenging aspect in the film industry. What microphone should I use when I ______. Don’t worry, Sean Herrera will be on hand to discuss all aspects from dB, Signal to noise ratio, Gain, etc. We will briefly touch on terms and why they are needed. More importantly, this class will give proper techniques, tips and tell you what is the best microphone for the scenario you catch…
Find out more »Portrait Light Painting with Olympus You've shot portraits and you've light painted, but have you tried combining them? Matt Walsh from Olympus will show you how to take portraits in a fun new way, made easy on Olympus cameras! Don't have Olympus? No problem - the basic idea will work on your camera with a little extra work. Join us for a fun session, and leave with a new technique in your tool bag! This is a hands on workshop! …
Find out more »Tamron: Travel and Storytelling Travel and Storytelling go hand in hand. Because no matter the place you go, mode of transportation, or style of travel, you always return home with a story. I believe, the allure of travel for most photographers is rooted in this newness of a place, calling us to capture that adventure through our cameras. During this travel and storytelling seminar, we will discuss how to build a photograph with our composition while being sure we know…
Find out more »ANONYMOUS: How To Shoot Street Photography Without Revealing Your Subjects Presented by FUJIFILM X-Photographer Valerie Jardin If you are an introvert and the simple thought of getting close to a stranger makes you sweat, or simply if it feels too sneaky or obtrusive, know that there are other ways to practice the beautiful genre of street photography without getting close to your subject. This presentation will show you ways to be more incognito on the streets while also preserving…
Find out more »We are pleased to present David Sherman, NBA/WNBA Team Photographer of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx, and House Photographer for the Target Center. In this seminar, David will discuss his experience as a professional photographer and his unique approach to shooting sports. He will showcase some of his favorite images, discuss how they were made, and review the technical aspects of shooting sports in a variety of settings. David Sherman is a portrait, sports and editorial photographer with over 25 years…
Find out more »Nikon: Building a Better Landscape Have you ever wondered how do you turn a scenic snapshot into a breath-taking Landscape photograph? If so, this is the class you need! We will discover some of the best tips and shooting tricks for creating great Landscape images. We will take a closer look at both the traditional and not so traditional gear choices and techniques we can use to improve out photographs. In short, this seminar will get you ready to make stunning photographs…
Find out more »Portrait Light Painting with Olympus You've shot portraits and you've light painted, but have you tried combining them? Matt Walsh from Olympus will show you how to take portraits in a fun new way, made easy on Olympus cameras! Don't have Olympus? No problem - the basic idea will work on your camera with a little extra work. Join us for a fun session, and leave with a new technique in your tool bag! This is a hands on workshop! …
Find out more »Tamron and the Raptor Center Present: Bird Photography and Live Raptor Education .Join us for a 2 hour event to learn how to improve your birding photography and have a rare opportunity to photograph Birds of Prey provided by the U of M Raptor Center. In our seminar, from 2-3 pm, we will cover topics such as understanding your cameras, researching our subjects, and how to create unique image compositions. After the classroom time we will head to the backyard,…
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