2009 Workshops – Classes – Lectures |
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JANUARY PHOTOGRAPHING GARDENS AND FLOWERS (Lecture) Paint Branch Garden Club Laurel, MD January 26, 2009
FEBRUARY CREATIVE FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHY Dates: Saturdays, February 7, 14, 21, and 28
This workshop is designed for photographers who want to use creativity in capturing striking images of flowers. The class will emphasize creativity through composition, the use of light and background control, photographing with props, close-up photography, and photo enhancement software. Class time will include instruction, instructor critiques, personal attention, and shooting time in the Garden Court, World Desert, and Jungle. Note: Participants should have a working knowledge of their camera, and some activities are NOT applicable to point–n–shoot cameras.
http://www.usbg.gov/education/events/index.cfm Please call: (202) 226-4082
LOUDOUN CAMERA CLUB (Lecture) "Beyond the Rule of Thirds" February 12, 2009
Camera Specific Classes: CANON Rebel XSi, XTi, and XS Corey Hilz teaches camera-specific classes for Nikon cameras at Ace Photo.
Ashburn, VA
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2009
Learn how to get the best possible images from your CANON Rebel XSi, XTi, and XS camera. This hands-on class will cover menu options and basic camera settings, the input dials and buttons, basic shooting and image settings, including Live View function , and image transfer from camera to computer. The class is non-technical and visually informative which includes illustrated handouts and projected digital illustrations. Please bring your CANON Rebel camera with a fully charged battery, manual, and a formatted/clean memory card. If time and weather permit, shooting time to practice newly acquired skills with the instructor is part of this class.
Cost: $99.00 for people that have purchased their camera from Ace Photo, $125.00 otherwise Location: Ace Photo Classroom, 44710 Cape Ct. Ashburn VA 20147 Please call: (703) 430–3333 MARCH Camera Specific Classes: CANON 5D Mark II and 5D Corey Hilz teaches camera-specific classes for Nikon cameras at Ace Photo.
Ashburn, VA
Date: Sunday, March 1, 2009
Learn how to get the best possible images from your CANON 5D Mark II and 5D camera. This hands-on class will cover menu options and basic camera settings, the input dials and buttons, basic shooting and image settings, including Live View shooting and Live View HD videos (available on 5D Mark II). The class is non-technical and visually informative which includes illustrated handouts and projected digital illustrations. Please bring your CANON 5D Mark II and 5D camera with a fully charged battery, manual, and a formatted/clean memory card. If time and weather permit, shooting time to practice newly acquired skills with the instructor is part of this class. Cost: $99.00 for people that have purchased their camera from Ace Photo, $125.00 otherwise Location: Ace Photo Classroom, 44710 Cape Ct. Ashburn VA 20147 Please call: (703) 430–3333
PHOTOGRAPHING ORCHIDS
Dates: Saturday, March 7, 2009
Photo enthusiasts and gardeners will capture striking images of orchids under the guidance of our accomplished instructor. Learn to shoot the natural beauty of orchids through composition, light and background control, and close-up photography. The day includes a digital orientation with an illustrated handout, shooting time with the instructor, personal attention, and a formal critique of participantsÕ images. The goal of the workshop is to get the best possible images using digital equipment. Registration and fee required. http://www.longwoodgardens.org/BotanicalArt.html Please call: (610)-388-1000 Ext. 559
MEADOWLARK 2009 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY EXPO (Speaker) "Garden Photography: Tips and Techniques" Vienna, VA March 7Ð8, 2009 http://www.meadowlarkphotoexpo.org
GARDEN WRITERS ASSOCIATION MEDIA AWARDS (Photography Judge) March 13, 14, and 15, 2009
PHOTO CAPTURE AND ENHANCEMENT Dates: Saturdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 18, AND 25
This workshop is for photographers who capture “good” images but want to lift their images to the next level. Learn how to master HDR (High Dynamic Range) photography using Photomatix for the traditional photographic or “illustrative” look. Shoot and combine multiple images for maximum depth-of-field with Helicon Focus. Workshop sessions will alternate with classroom critiques of participants’ work and shooting sessions with the instructor at the Smithsonian American Art Museum and Brookside Gardens.
http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/tickets/search.aspx?keyword=Photography Please call 202–357–3030
Camera Specific Classes: CANON 40D and 50D Corey Hilz teaches camera-specific classes for Nikon cameras at Ace Photo.
Ashburn, VA
Date: Sunday, March 22, 2009
Learn how to get the best possible images from your CANON 40D and 50D camera. This hands-on class will cover menu options and basic camera settings, the input dials and buttons, basic shooting and image settings, including Live View shooting. The class is non-technical and visually informative which includes illustrated handouts and projected digital illustrations. Please bring your CANON 40D and 50D camera with a fully charged battery, manual, and a formatted/clean memory card. If time and weather permit, shooting time to practice newly acquired skills with the instructor is part of this class. Cost: $99.00 for people that have purchased their camera from Ace Photo, $125.00 otherwise Location: Ace Photo Classroom, 44710 Cape Ct. Ashburn VA 20147 Please call: (703) 430–3333
LOUDOUN CAMERA CLUB (Competition Judge) March 26, 2009
APRIL MANASSAS-WARRENTON CAMERA CLUB (Competition Judge) April 16, 2009 MAY
SPECIAL CLASS: Introduction to Digital Photography (All camera models and brands, including pointÐÐnÐshoot)
Ashburn, VA
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2009 (3:00 Ð 5:00 P.M.) Ace Photo Classroom Sunday, May 3, 2009 (8:00 Ð 11:00 A.M.) Field Session at Frying Pan Farm Park Learn how to operate your camera in the field and make operational choices that will produce the best possible pictures from your camera. This class and field session will help participants understand camera default settings, White Balance settings, and ISO settings. Program functions, creative controls, lens openings, shutter speeds will no longer be a problem or a mystery. Also, the class and field session will emphasize compositional guidelines, shooting in the best natural light, and using and finding backgrounds to create striking images. Regardless of camera make or model, this class will give you the skills and techniques to be more creative. The class session will be a digital and hands-on lecture with an illustrated handout followed by the field session with the instructor the next day. Bring your camera, manual, and all photo equipment, including recharged batteries. Cost: $99.00 for people that have purchased their camera from Ace Photo, $125.00 otherwise Location: Ace Photo Classroom, 44710 Cape Ct. Ashburn VA 20147 Field Session: Frying Pan Farm Park 2709 West Ox Road Herndon, VA Limit: 12 Participants Please call: (703) 430Ð3333
NATURE AND THE GREAT OUTDOORS Dates: Saturdays, May 16 and 23
This workshop is for photo enthusiasts who want to capture striking images of the Adkins Arboretum’s gardens and preserve, outdoor subjects and natural landscapes. Through an illustrated digital lecture, graphic handouts, and shooting sessions with the instructor, participants will gain knowledge and techniques to improve their level of photography. The workshop emphasizes techniques for seeing and capturing exciting photographic images of flowers, critters, and landscapes. In addition, participants will learn and apply compositional elements, capture close-ups, and use basic photographic equipment to get the best possible images. The workshop will conclude with a critique of participants’ photographs and an introduction to photo editing software. Note: While point-n-shoot cameras are welcome, please be reminded that these cameras have limited options. Registration and fee required. http://www.adkinsarboretum.org/index.html Please call 410–634-2847
WINTERTHUR MUSEUM AND COUNTRY ESTATE Winterthur, DE Assisting Allen Rokach, Southern Living Garden Photographer May 15-17, 2009 at the Spring Photography Workshop: Workshop information contact: Winterthur
JUNE
CAPTURE WASHINGTON WITH YOUR DIGITAL CAMERA Smithsonian Studio Arts Program Dates: Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, and 25
A practical workshop for digital photographers of any level who want to sharpen their photography skills and digital techniques to bring out the best in their images. Through hands-on activities, an illustrated digital lecture, graphic handouts, and demonstrations, participants learn how to capture the majestic Washington skyline and monuments. Emphasis is on composition, lenses, white balance settings as built-in filters, and low-light photography. During on-location shooting sessions on the National Mall, the National World War II Memorial, and Jefferson, Lincoln, and FDR Memorials, the instructor will offer guidance and photographic support to help participants capture the evening glow of the Nation’s Capital and get the most from their digital cameras. The last session is a formal critique of participants’ photographs. Registration and fee required. http://residentassociates.org/ticketing/tickets/search.aspx?keyword=Photography Please call 202–357–3030
SPECIAL WEEKEND WORKSHOP BUTTERFLIES AND FLOWERS With Corey Hilz and Josh Taylor Dates: June 12 – 14 Times and Schedule: Friday, June 12: 7:00 - 9:00 pm (workshop overview, presentation, Q&A)
Corey Hilz and Josh Taylor are leading a three-session workshop at Brookside Gardens. Brookside offers a diverse collection of plants and landscaping. It's a location where you can always find fresh photographic material; new combinations of shape, texture and color. This workshop will emphasize techniqes for capturing all elements of a garden, from landscape details to flowers and insects. The illustrated lectures and handouts will give you new ideas for using compositional elements. The presentations will also share tips and techniques for working with your digital images using photo enhancing software. Participants will be able to work with both Josh and Corey in small groups. The morning sessions will be in the gardens while the light is soft and warm. On Saturday, part of the time will be spent photographing butterflies in the Conservatory. We'll have exclusive access to the Conservatory before it is open to the public and will be able to use tripods during this time. Corey and Josh will work with you individually to answer questions, clarify concepts and suggest ways to infuse creativity into your image making. Come spend a stimulating weekend with two entusiastic photographers who will help you improve your skills and abilities as a photographer. Fee with morning snacks included Cost: $150 Note: Participation is limited to 20 (10 participants per instructor when photographing)
BUTTERFLIES AND GARDENS Dates: Saturdays, June 20 and 27 (Class #1) Sundays, June 21 and 28 (Class#2) NEW! Mid-week class: July 1 and 8
Photograph colorful butterflies in Brookside Gardens’ Conservatory and blooming flowers in the outdoor garden spaces. In a two-session workshop, learn how to capture striking images of butterflies and flowers. The focus of the workshop will be on butterfly and garden photography and the use of basic photographic equipment to capture memorable images. The workshop will include illustrated handouts and prints and a two-hour shooting session in the Conservatory with the instructor. The final session of the workshop will be a formal critique of participants’ photographs. Participants should have a working knowledge of their camera. A tripod is optional, but highly recommended. While point-n-shoot cameras are welcome, please be reminded that these cameras have limited options. Registration and fee required. http://www.mc-mncppc.org/parks/brookside Please call: (301) 962- 1451 JULY JUST ADDED! MEET AND SHOOT: SUNFLOWERS McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area Sponsored by Ace Photo Ashburn, VA Date: Saturday, July 11
Spend the morning photographing acres of blooming sunflowers for as far as the eye can see. Josh, a photo instructor at Ace Photo, will show you how to capture stunning images and get the best possible pictures of sunflowers from basic photo equipment. There is no place with such an offering of sunflowers for every photographic style. Unique photographic opportunities abound for sunrise landscape images, close-ups, and HDR photography. Participants should have working knowledge of their camera, so time in the field can be spent on getting the most from the photographic opportunity rather than learning camera operation.
Two images from the photo shoot can be e-mailed to the instructor for a written critique. To help you capture the best possible image, the following is recommended:
¥ A telephoto/zoom lens in the 300mm range to capture intimate views of sunflowers ¥ A macro lens or a lens with macro capability to capture close-ups of sunflowers ¥ Polarizing filter ¥ Reflector or a piece of aluminum foil to bounce light into flowers ¥ Suitable footwearÉit can be wet and muddy! No place for sandals! ¥ Hat, long sleeve shirt, and long pants for insect protection
Limited to 12 participants Transportation: Meet and caravan from Tysons Corner Shopping Center. The group will assemble in front of the L.L. Bean store entrance on Tyson’s Center Drive.
JUST ADDED! MEET AND SHOOT: KENILWORTH AQUATIC GARDENS Sponsored by Ace Photo Ashburn, VA Date: Sunday, July 12
Join Josh Taylor for a photo shoot at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens in Washington, DC on Sunday, July 12 from 6:30Ð9:30 AM. Spend the morning photographing dew laden lotus blossoms by the hundreds, colorful aquatic flowers, and a wide range of natural subjects. Josh, a photo instructor at Ace Photo, will show you how to capture stunning images and get the best possible pictures from basic photo equipment. The annual lotus blossoms are truly a unique photo opportunity. Participants should have working knowledge of their camera, so time in the field can be spent on getting the most from the photographic opportunity rather than learning camera operation. Two images from the photo shoot can be e-mailed to the instructor for a written critique. To help you capture the best possible image, the following is recommended: ¥ A telephoto/zoom lens in the 300mm range to capture distant lotus blossoms and dragon flies ¥ A macro lens or a lens with macro capability to get close-ups of blooms ¥ Polarizing filter ¥ Reflector or a piece of aluminum foil to bounce light into flowers ¥ Suitable footwearÉit’s wet! No place for sandals! ¥ Hat, long sleeve shirt, and long pants for insect protection
Limited to 12 participants Transportation: Meet and caravan from the East Falls Church Metro Station main parking lot (entrance on Washington Blvd.). Take Exit 69 from I-66 (Lee Highway/Washington Blvd.) ¥ Will depart promptly at 6:00 AM for Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens
OCTOBER
FALL GARDEN PHOTOGRAPHY Dates: Saturdays, October 31 and November 7, 2009 Time: TBA This two-session workshop is designed for all skill levels of photography. Emphasis will be on landscape photography with trees as the subject and close-up techniques for capturing designs and patterns in nature. Participants will have the opportunity to shoot with the instructor around the ponds and grounds of Brookside Gardens. The workshop includes illustrated handouts, a digital presentation by the instructor, and a formal critique of participants’ images at the last session. Registration and fee required. http://www.mc-mncppc.org/parks/brookside Please call: (301) 962- 1451
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