Learn To See Photographically
During this 1 day workshop we will do a combination of classroom instruction, location photo shoot, and follow up post processing and critique session.
Composition is one of the most important aspects of a great photo, but is often one of the least taught elements of photography. You can have all of the technical knowledge of your camera and the best light and location, but still fail if the image lacks good composition.
A photograph is a collection of visual design elements arranged within a frame. Composition is the deliberate arrangement of design elements in a pleasing or compelling manner. In contrast, a snapshot is the result of just clicking the shutter without forethought or planning. The difference is one of taking a photograph, versus making it.
We will discuss in detail Elements of Composition including:
- Center of interest
- Subject placement
- Simplicity
- Viewpoint and camera angle
- Balance
- Shapes and lines
- Pattern
- Texture
- Tone
- Contrast
- Framing
- Foreground
- Background
- Perspective
Additional Topics Covered Include:
- We will cover Rules guidelines of composition and when to break them.
- Learn to draw the viewer into and through the image.
- We will learn how to use post processing techniques such as burning and dodging, vignettes, tone, color, and many more to improve our composition.
- Critique of student images from the workshop.
Who should attend
Photographers at any level with any camera, from cell phones to the best DSLR’s, will learn from this workshop. Learn to see photographically and you will see a great improvement in your photos.
Workshop Itinerary
Saturday July 13 2013
We will meet a 9:30 am at my personal studio/classroom and will begin with a classroom session covering the elements and rules of composition.
At around 12:00 or after we will break for lunch and can go as a group or you are free to have lunch on your own.
After lunch we will go on a photo shoot and capture images using the information presented in the morning session. We will have a series of assignments to help you learn to see photographically. After the photo shoot we will return to the classroom to go through the post processing which is needed to reinforce what we saw when taking the photo.
We will wrap up at around 6:00 pm.
Cost
The workshop fee will $97.00 per participant.
The workshop fee includes all lectures, fieldwork and critiques of your images during our sessions. This is a photography workshop, my goal is provide as much personal hands on help as possible. I will check with each participant to see how you are doing and if you need help, if you wish for assistance let me know, if not just let me know, and you will be free to shoot on your own. I will be more than willing to look through your viewfinder or at your LCD to check your images.
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Workshop Policies and Information
About the Workshop
Our workshops are based on digital photography, the assistance that I can provide and the immediate feedback of digital make “in the field” workshops one of the most effective teaching formats available. Whether finding the correct exposure, looking through the viewfinder for the perfect composition, or learning how to use the equipment, you can’t beat real world experience. Classes are kept small, it’s all about personal, individual attention.
Digital offers a number of benefits for learning photography including:
- Immediate feedback on exposure and composition
- Immediate critique from the instructor an other participants
- Ability or afternoon or evening reviews and projection
- Automatically capturing all shooting information (Meta Data)
- Ability to manage work flow while still on location
Group Size
We keep our group size small, this provides for a high degree of personal attention and a great amount of flexibility in making the workshop the best possible experience for the participants.
This workshop is limited to a maximum or 8 participants.
What is Included
Your workshop fees include full instruction and a copy of the workshop materials presented in class.
Drinks and snacks during the class session.
What is Not Included
Transportation during the workshop, lodging, meals, incidental expenses and items of a personal nature.
Health and Physical Considerations
All participants should be in generally good health, walking and moderate climbing may be necessary in outdoor workshops and you will be responsible for carrying of your own equipment on location shoots. If you are taking any medications be sure to bring a supply sufficient for the duration of the workshop.
If you have any concern about your ability to participate in a workshop please contact us before registering.
Equipment Needed
To get the most from the workshop you should have a Digital camera, and an assortment of lenses. That being said, it is the photographer not the camera that makes the photo.
Transportation During Workshop
We do not provide Transportation on field trips, carpooling will be done among participants for these workshops. If you do not have a car let us know and we will be sure there are enough seats with other members during the workshop.
Lodging
Lodging is not provided, you will need to make your own reservations.
Meals
Meals are not provided, and are the responsibility of the participant.
Registration, Payment, and Refund Policy
You can register any way you like, just so I get your information, you can use the online registration, the contact form, email, postal mail, or call me on the phone (479-414-6889) either to register or just ask a question. Registration is done on a first come basis, so register early to secure your space. A deposit of 20% is required to reserve your space, and full payment is due 30 days prior to the workshop. Enrollment is limited in our workshops, so once you have been accepted your participation is important to us – we are counting on you to attend. If you must withdraw from a course, we must receive written notice of your cancellation, and then apply the following refund policy: Withdraw more than 45 days before the start of class and we will refund all monies paid. Withdraw 44 days or less before the start of workshop and we regrettably will be unable to offer a refund of your workshop fee. We do not make partial refunds for unused portions or services of a workshop for any reason whatsoever. Refunds are not transferable. If we are able to fill your space in the workshop we will give full credit towards another workshop.
Non Photographer (Spouse, significant other, or friend)
We welcome spouses to join you on the workshop experience however “workshop activities” are limited to registered, paid attendees. You may have a non photographer accompany you to all activities but they must pay for the workshop. If they wish to accompany you on the trip but not attend the workshop activities, but stay with you, finding other activities during the day, and meet for meals and social type events that is perfectly acceptable.
Cancellation Policy
In the unlikely event that we need to cancel a workshop we will refund all monies paid, in full. Notification of our cancellation will be made via either a telephone call or an e-mail to you at least 14 days prior to the beginning of a workshop. We cannot be responsible for phone messages and e-mails not being received in a timely matter due to your service providers. We cannot be responsible for non-refundable airline tickets unused or other travel arrangements because of a workshop cancellation.
Liability Waiver
All participants will be required to sigh a liability waiver before beginning a workshop. We will not be liable for injury, accident or theft resulting from participation in our workshop program.
Weather
The more the better, at least as far as the photography goes. Workshops will not be canceled and no refunds will be made due to weather, we will not be responsible for any additional costs that may be incurred by weather delays or cancellations due to weather, flight delays, or other. Participants should come to the workshop prepared for all weather conditions. We will generally update everyone within a few days of the workshop so that they know what type of weather to expect.
Trip Extensions
We may be able to extend your trip in the area, if you would like more time and personal instruction. Please contact us for more information and rates before the workshop.
Smoking
We prefer that you do not smoke, however if you must please abide by the following guidelines. Smoking is not allowed in or near vehicles, during instructional sessions, during group meals, or at other times when in close quarters with other workshop participants.
Location
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Let me help you to find a great location for your next photography adventure. I will list many lesser-known destinations, as well as the famous "Icon Locations" for photography. I will provide photos (Lots of Photos), location information, consisting of what there is to photograph as well as other information about the destination. I will give costs, maps, directions, contact information, and other essential information for a successful photo trip. I will only post for locations that I have personally photographed to ensure a quality guide to great locations for photography. If you know of great places that are not posted, please send me the details, I may just decide that is a place I need to go!
Greg Disch is a freelance photographer located in Arkansas. Greg specializes in nature, scenic, wildlife, and other outdoor subjects in Arkansas and other areas of the country. Most of the images on this site are available for sale as prints, personal use, or rights managed stock photos.
Greg offers both classroom instruction and in the field hands on photographic workshops. Classroom sessions are normally held in Fort Smith Arkansas, but arrangements can be made to bring a class to your group.
All classes and workshops have small class sizes designed to provide an optimum student to instructor ratio, where you can get the personal attention, you need. Most classes and workshops are limited to a maximum of six participants and will be held with a minimum of only two.
If you are looking for a wonderful opportunity to get personal individual instruction, I do private workshops and classes at a location of your choice, whether doing a location photo shoot, coming to your home or business, traveling across the country on a road trip, or at my classroom. This is a fantastic way to learn digital workflow and be sure that your computer equipment is properly configured for optimum performance.
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