When: Sun May 13th – Thursday May 17th (5 days)
Where:Arches National Park, Moab Utah
Max Students: 8
FEE: $1,095.00 / 50% deposit to reserve |
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Summary
Join me for an exciting 5 days of nature and landscape photography in the beautiful and iconic Arches National Park. Experience one of America’s most dramatic national parks, containing over 2000 natural arches. We’ll also visit neighboring Canyonlands National Park, and Dead Horse State Park.
From the first time I visited Arches National Park many years ago, it remains one of the most unique and spiritual places I have ever photographed. There is raw beauty, fantastic natural rock formations, incredible variety of terrain, and light that never fails to inspire. My goal is to inspire your creative spirit, help you gain confidence, improve your vision, and push you to grow as a nature photographer.
What You Will Learn
I will demonstrate my approach to capturing dramatic and expressive images, and help you gain confidence with your composition, technique, and ability to convey your personal vision. The techniques that we’ll work on in the field will be reinforced in the classroom, helping you improve while still on location. We’ll be visiting many locations during the week, which I’ll be selecting based on weather conditions.
Classroom sessions is where we’ll spend time learning to develop images in Adobe Lightroom, and viewing slideshows of the day’s images from all students.
Topics Include
• Composition
• Understanding and using light creatively
• Seeing photographically
• Camera techniques
• Using different tools to achieve your vision
• Using graduated neutral density and polarizing filters
• Making the most of your camera’s functions
• Creative RAW processing
Skill Level
This workshop is designed for serious photographers – beginner to advanced – who want to improve and expand their creative potential. Participants must be in good physical shape and be able to hike with photo gear. If you have a question about your suitability, please contact me for more information. If you want to take your photography to the next level, this 5 day workshop will allow you to work closely with a passionate professional dedicated to help others develop their own personal vision.
Laptop computer with Lightroom 3 is highly required.
Lodging
We’ll be headquartered at the Moab Valley Inn in Moab Utah, the center of adventure and the iconic landscapes of the southwest. Moab is a great adventure town with a myriad of dining and shopping options. Lodging and food are not included in the workshop fee, but I have reserved 8 rooms for students. Once you reserve, you’ll receive an email with a direct link to book your room. There will be a complimentary group breakfast and dinner during then workshop.
This workshop is only open to eight participants so please reserve your space now!
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Anthony's Nose, Hudson Valley
“The challenge is to focus on the work, not on the fear that comes from doing the work.” – Seth Godin
The ability to accomplish anything in life is directly tied to your convictions and confidence. The talent lies not in some innate genetic disposition, but in learning to see past the minds own limited perspective. But there is another element that is often overlooked – generosity.
Many of my accomplishments were the result of throwing caution to the wind, trusting my instincts, and slowly learning that I could accomplish whatever I set my mind to – regardless of my fear. Here are two ideas to commit to heart – NEVER doubt yourself and think BIG – things I’ve done throughout my life. There will be significant setbacks and disappointments, but out of that growth and experience, the kind that really makes a positive difference.
BUT, I still struggled and wondered why it was so hard to do what I loved to do – photography. Then I started to think differently about my goals, my failures, and started focusing on what matters – doing the work. Now when I see others that have the ability but fail because of commitment or execution, it makes me frustrated, but more than that, it makes me want to help.
Much of what I have learned has come from asking for help. When I have asked for help from others, I accepted that help without reservation and didn’t let my ego interfere. This serves two purposes – it keeps me humble, and it reminds me to help others along their path. And nothing will bring you closer to achieving your goals than generosity. Sure it may take longer, and in our culture of instant gratification, this will not be a popular option. But the results will be so much more valuable and lasting.
The Importance of Generosity
On a workshop
In my opinion, there is no better feeling than being generous, and I have not been disadvantaged by this in any way whatsoever, on the contrary it has enriched my work and my life. I give my knowledge freely and without waiting for anything in return. Then I try and accomplish my own goals, no matter how far fetched they are – simple concept, yet not always easy to practice.
Your income is determined by how many people you serve and how well you serve them. – The Law of Compensation – Little Go-Giver Book
Think about what you want to accomplish in your life – whether that involves photography, work and business, or personal issues. Then think about how you can help someone else in some small way. I can guarantee you from personal experience that once you think this way, you goals will begin to move towards you faster than ever before.
When: Thursday Sep 27th – Sunday Sep 30th
Where: Lake Placid, New York
Max Students: 8
FEE: $595.00 / 50% deposit to reserve |
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Summary
Discover the drama and beauty of the Adirondacks in upsate New York, where we’ll spend 4 long and intense days photographing the mountains of the High Peaks and surrounding lakes, streams, rivers, and forests. Limited to 8 students.
As one of my favorite locations to photograph, you’ll have the opportunity to capture views from up high as we hike onto mountain summits to enjoy morning light. We’ll also visit majestic lakes and mountain streams that offer limitless opportunities for creativity and interpretation. A classic landscape location that is inspiring and will surely make you want to return over and over again.
What You Will Learn
I will demonstrate my approach to capturing dramatic and expressive images, and help improve your ability to make successful images. The techniques that we’ll work on in the field will be reinforced in the classroom, helping you improve while still on location. We’ll be visiting many locations during the weekend, which I’ll be selecting based on weather conditions. These include Heart and Mirror Lakes, Pitchoff Mountain, Baxter Mtn, John Brown Farm, Keene Valley and the Ausable River and other great locations.
Classroom sessions is where we’ll spend time learning to develop images in Adobe Lightroom, and viewing slideshows of the day’s images from all students.
Topics Include
• Composition
• Understanding and using light creatively
• Seeing photographically
• Camera techniques
• Using different tools to achieve your vision
• Using graduated neutral density and polarizing filters
• Making the most of your camera’s functions
• The advantages of RAW files and digital darkroom techniques
Skill Level
This workshop is designed for serious photographers – beginner to advanced – who want to improve and expand their creative potential. If you have a question about your suitability, please contact me for more information. This workshop is only open to eight participants so please book now to reserve your space!
If you want to take your photography to the next level, this 4 day workshop will allow you to work closely with a passionate professional dedicated to help others develop their own personal vision.
Laptop computer with Lightroom 3 is highly recommended.
Hiking – there will a fair amount of hiking on this workshop, with a few moderately difficult hikes, and one possible strenuous hike. If you have any questions whatsoever, please contact me.
Lodging
We’ll be staying at the centrally located Northwoods Inn in Lake Placid NY, where you’ll have stunning views of the High Peaks. The Northwoods Inn is situated on Main Street, a short walk to the Olympic Arena and Oval, public beach, numerous restaurants, movie theater, and quaint shops of Lake Placid.
*Lodging and food not included in the workshop fee. There will be a complimentary group dinner after the last sunset shoot.
Please call to make your reservation asap, as this is a busy time of year.
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