Robert’s workshop was certainly worth the time and costs! He is very personable and gave me feedback and tips appropriate to my level. With some key learnings that I’ve taken away with me, I’m ready to get to the next level! He provides a good mix of field time and studio time, with opportunities to see the significant impact of appropriate photo editing. I’m very glad I attended the workshop and came away more confident and enthusiastic! Kudos to Robert! – Hillel Brandes, PA
Saturday my brother William Taylor from West Hartford, Conn and I attended Robert Rodriguez, Jr’s workshop – “Real World LightRoom”. Was an incredible learning experience. Rob is a great teacher and there is so much to learn about this new technology. Hopefully my brain will retain some of what he taught us…but the experience of seeing his images and how he works so hard – okay 6 am on the snowy Hudson River….just a wonderful class. And Brenda’s lunch of vegetable soup and sandwiches, and cookies – yumm… – Linda T Hubbard, Beacon, NY
On behalf of the board of directors and the program chairman, we wish to thank you for your marvelous presentation you gave last Friday. It was very informative, entertaining, and educational. We feel that our members will greatly benefit from it, and I received many favorable comments about it. You elevated my image as the program chairman, and president of WPS. We certainly look forward to having you back again, and I can give you a few dates that are open in 2011… Mano Orel, President Westchester Photographic Society
Thank you for taking the time and sharing your skills. I always learn something at your workshops, and related to the group yesterday, that I can always trust the information you pass along. Because you are so careful in your own work, I know that your workflow is based on tried methods and that if I integrate those tools, it will most definitely bring my photography to another level.
All of that, in addition to your generous and patient manner, creates a dynamic atmosphere for learning. Can’t wait for the printing workshop! - Debbie Schwarz
The Hudson Valley Fall workshop was extremely helpful. I am clearly a beginner, but I am really appreciative of your blog where it helps explain the essential equipment necessary to achieve quality images. I may pick your brain and certainly will attend more workshops. The fact that you share this info is greatly appreciated. Thanks - TJ Tarateta
Just wanted to say “Thank you” for the technical assistance you offered during last Saturday’s workshop. I have been pretty frustrated with some of the shots I have taken recently due to out-of-focus foreground features. Your 1-on-1 instruction while we attempted to frame the cascades on Stony Brook within the yellow-leafed branches helped me immensely.
On Sunday, my wife – Sarah – and I took a quick hike in Harriman out to an area called “Valley of the Boulders” looking for migrating birds. I didn’t bring my camera then, so went out again on Tuesday to experiment with what you had taught me. Played with f-stops, hyperfocal distance, exposure times, composition, etc. I’ve posted some of the best of the bunch to my Flickr account.
Here’s one as an example that I couldn’t have taken without your teaching- Thank You!!!! -Thomas Rhindress
“Thank you for your indepth and insightful coverage of the printing work flow. You are a passionate, articulate, creative and driving voice for the art of photography. As they say in my business you talk the talk and walk the walk. Hope to see you again soon. Warm regards, - Linda Magnusson-Rosario - Chief Executive Officer www.insys.com
“Thank you for the printing workshop…the information is helpful, love your studio and you are a natural teacher. The time flew by.” -Wayne Stix (2nd workshop)
“The Lightroom workshop was amazing (I hope you got my thank you card). I got so much out of it, and have been truly enjoying using Lightroom. You organized the course so well – taking us through the workflow in a logical, step-by-step way, and your explanations were very easy to grasp…” – Amber Wylie
“Dear Robert , I thoroughly enjoyed the fall colors field workshop and your expert instruction. I found your insight and technical knowledge extremely helpful to advance my growth as a photographer. I look forward to continuing my work with you in further workshops and private consultation.” – Peter Geller, Newburgh, NY
“Bill and I had a wonderful time. It was a great time outdoors and we learned so much that we both would eagerly join you again.” – Mark Mason
“Hey Robert, Thank you again for a most excellent workshop. I am always happy when I can come away with new information and techniques to improve my photography, and working with you was most beneficial.” – William Stark
“After 25 years of photographing, I feel so energized to be able to create beautiful images after learning from Robert. His teachings of lighting, vision, composition and color in nature truly opened my eyes.” – Dawn Sela, Beacon, NY (2nd workshop)
“Dear Robert, Thank you for the wonderful, fun filled, informative workshop. I appreciate your obvious efforts to scout the beautiful locations, willingness to share your “trade secrets,” use your studio, the kind critiquing our photographs, the question and answer period and of course the delicious lunch.
I have been photographing nature and landscapes for forty-six years. On Saturday you showed me how to capture the scene that has eluded me until now.
WOW! Thanks. I Can’t wait to do it again.” – Wayne Stix, White Plains, NY
“First of all, thank you so much for sharing your incredible knowledge with us Saturday. If I’m able to retain 10% of what you covered I’ll consider the day an overwhelming success. Thank you so much and I’m looking forward to other sessions with you.” Al Higgins, VT
“Robert, I wanted to thank you for a very informative printing workshop this past Saturday. There is so much to learn in this field particularly if you want to understand every aspect of photography as I do. Thanks again and looking forward to the next one.” – Tom DiBuono, Harrison, NY
“I really enjoyed the workshop and look forward to additional offerings for 2009… I don’t think I even have any suggestions for improving the Fine Art Workshop since I enjoyed it and learned so much.! Just keep doing what you’re doing!” Dawn Sela, Beacon, NY
