This week-long course for teens (ages 12-14) is designed to introduce students to the fundamental operations, techniques, and critical vocabulary of digital photography.
The Photographer’s Eye with Thomas Alleman (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
Through lectures and discussions, exercises and assignments, this class will explore the specifics of camera vision in such areas as motion, time and focus.
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This workshop is a chance to share, pick apart and rethink a body of work that you are already immersed in. Over the course of three days, we will dig into what drives you, experiment with editing and sequencing, and discuss how to push your work further.
Introduction to Studio Lighting with Hugh Kretschmer (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this workshop, students will gain a solid foundation of studio lighting and practical knowledge of light. Working hands-on with the equipment, participants will learn how to select the proper light source for their subjects whether shooting portraits, still life or product.
Meet-Up in LA: Photographing the LA River with Peter Bennett (Hybrid Learning – Two Sessions)
Explore the rich narratives of the LA River in this immersive Meet-Up in LA class, where participants will capture its diverse landscapes—from lush parks to vibrant murals—while enhancing their photography skills. This course combines hands-on exploration with online critiques, allowing visual storytellers to uncover the river's role as a vital cultural and ecological landmark in Los Angeles.
Pushing the Envelope: Diving into Adventure Photography with Michael Clark (Webinar)
In this 90-minute online webinar, Michael shares his experiences working in the adventure marketplace and photographing for editorial and commercial clients.
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If you have an archive of film negatives and slides you are probably used to relying on a traditional scanner to convert the images into a digital format for archiving, posting images on a website and/or creating files for printing. Guess what, there is a better way! Copy those negatives and slides with your DSLR camera and a macro lens. It’s faster, easier, better quality and never goes out of date.
With the rise of generative AI, artists have access to tools that not only enhance imagery but offer an entirely new medium for creative expression. Join Ann Cutting for an intensive workshop exploring the powerful role of generative AI in the creation of still and motion imagery.
In this workshop, led by Aline Smithson, photographers will explore the process of creating intentional, concept-driven work that resonates within the contemporary fine art market. Through guided assignments and exposure to diverse photographic genres, participants will develop focused projects while learning how to articulate their vision and present their work with depth and meaning.
Join celebrated street photographer Meryl Meisler for an immersive six-day workshop in Santa Barbara, where you'll explore the art, technique, and philosophy of street photography. Through a combination of in-depth discussions, hands-on shooting, and group critiques, you'll dive into key topics including the history of street photography, dynamic composition, and the elusive "decisive moment."