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.
The Visual Poetry of Self-Portraiture with Catherine Just (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
Take what lives in-between the words and underneath the surface of your everyday life and turn it into visual poetry through self-portraiture. This six-session course teaches you how to use photography as a tool for healing and transformation.
Portfolio Development Workshop with Susan Burnstine (Online Learning – Six Months)
This six-month workshop is tailored for fine art photographers seeking to develop a standout portfolio that resonates with their unique sensibilities and target audiences, including gallerists and curators. Through a combination of monthly critiques, editing sessions, and in-depth discussions on branding and presentation, participants will gain valuable skills in articulating their vision and refining their work in a supportive group environment, ultimately culminating in a cohesive and impressive portfolio.
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This workshop explores the evolution of street photography post-1980s, examining how digital technology and diverse contemporary voices are reshaping the genre. Participants will investigate new ideas about content, power, and representation while learning from photographers who challenge traditional notions of street photography.
In this immersive six-session workshop, acclaimed designer and photographer Caleb Cain Marcus guides photographers in transforming their image series into published photo books, covering everything from developing compelling proposals to navigating publishing logistics. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions and one-on-one sessions, refining their projects and preparing impactful presentations for potential publishers.
Basic Photography with Rebecca Truszkowski (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph's final look.
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Basic Photography with Peter Bennett (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) or mirrorless cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph's final look.
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Basic Photography with Rollence Patugan (In-Person Learning – Six Sessions)
In this beginning workshop, students will learn all the controls and functions on their digital Single Lens Reflex (SLR) or mirrorless cameras, basic camera operation (including f-stop, shutter speed and ISO), fundamental concepts of photography, and how to control the photograph's final look.
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From Memory to Story with Molly Wizenberg (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
In this class for creative nonfiction writers, we will practice tapping into our memories, rebuilding scenes from the past, and writing vividly from within them.
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Creative Portraiture with Ken Merfeld (Online Learning – Six Sessions)
This six-week workshop will begin to explore the world of portraiture, the basics of natural and artificial lighting, and the psychology of dealing with people in front of your camera. Lighting equipment and light-altering tools will be discussed and demonstrated, with weekly assignments given and critiqued, and student portfolios reviewed.
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