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Monday, August 31, 2009

Free Bogen Imaging Fall / Autumn Webinar

Mark Goldstein | Technique
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Bogen Imaging is holding a free webinar called “Capturing the Brilliance of Fall: Roundtable with Adam Barker.” Professional photographer and special guest, Adam Barker, and David Fisher, Bogen Imaging’s webinar host, will discuss how to take amazing photos of the beautiful Autumn foliage. Part of the company’s Bogen Café series of free instructional webinars, the seminar will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EDT, on Friday, September 18th.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Nikon UK Training Courses

Mark Goldstein | Technique
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Nikon UK is running an extensive range of training courses during the next few months. There’s something for everyone, from an introduction to DSLR photography, to a guide to Speedlight photography, to the more specialized equestrian event photography course. More Nikon training courses will be added shortly.

Friday, March 20, 2009

Photograph Andalucia with Tom Mackie

Mark Goldstein | Technique
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Landscape and architectural photographer Tom Mackie is running a new landscape and architectural workshop in Andalucia, Spain. You will get the opportunity to learn from Tom in a very small team whilst shooting amazing images of Andalucia’s famous whitewashed villages. Tom will share the secrets to his success and show you how to keep your creative-eye looking for those unique shots that he achieves time after time. This event takes place on 19th - 26th May 2009.

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Learn What Makes a Great Nature Photo

Mark Goldstein | Technique
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The Nature Conservancy’s website, nature.org, has launched a new bi-monthly audio slideshow from their director of photography, Mark Godfrey. Mark walks you through some of The Nature Conservancy’s most captivating nature photography images and explains the story behind the shot. Join Mark and learn more about the craft and technique that go into great nature photography.

Website: Nature Conservancy

Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Create the Perfect Book with Blurb

Mark Goldstein | Technique
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Blurb are running a free webinar tutorial that will take your bookmaking skills to the next level. Taking place at 6pm PDT on Wednesday 18th March, this intermediate webinar explores several design ideas you can use in your books, providing you with some great tips straight from Blurb’s designers. There will also be time for questions at the end of the webinar.

Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Free Lighting Webinar

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Free Lighting Webinar“The Language of One Light: Roundtable with Will Crockett” is a free instructional webinar. Held from 2:00p.m. to 3:00p.m. EDT, on Friday, March 13th, Will Crockett will provide innovative ideas on how to create great lighting to help enhance your images and creativity. US residents will also be automatically entered in a chance to win one of three Metz 58 AF-1 Flashes.

Monday, February 16, 2009

The Asian Wedding Training Seminar

Mark Goldstein | Technique

The Asian Wedding Training SeminarThe Asian Wedding is a new seminar from Annabel Williams’ Contemporary Photographic Training. The seminar is hosted by guest speaker Tushar Shah, who has established one of the most successful Asian Wedding Studios in the UK. The first seminar is on 30th April 2009, priced at £250+VAT, with further dates planned for later in the year.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

X-Rite ColorMunki Photo Training Video

Mark Goldstein | Technique

ColorMunki PhotoColour Confidence have launched an interactive training video for the X-Rite ColorMunki Photo. The flash-based tool will educate users in the basics of colour management and all aspects of the ColorMunki Photo. “The release of this series of videos is another excellent tool from X-Rite, which will help users achieve accurate colour and make managing their colour an easier task.” commented Geoffrey Clements, Managing Director, Colour Confidence.

Friday, January 23, 2009

Ansel Adams Gallery’s One Day Workshops

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Horsetail FallsYosemite’s Horsetail Falls is the subject of The Ansel Adams Gallery’s first One Day Workshop. Michael Frye, author of the Photographer’s Guide to Yosemite, will lead up to ten participants to photograph Horsetail Fall’s waterfall, which appears to glow orange-red, as if on fire. The workshop takes place on February 20th and 22nd and costs $225.

Thursday, January 22, 2009

Learn How to Use Your DSLR

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Olympus E-30Olympus has launched new photography classes for beginner and intermediate DSLR camera users. Each class will be taught using one of Olympus’ popular consumer DSLRs, like the E-420, E-520 and E-30, and consumers will learn about vital elements of photography, including aperture, shutter speed, exposure and metering. Starting in in February, the half-day courses will be held at six locations throughout North America.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

RPS Workshops 2009

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Royal Photographic SocietyThe Royal Photographic Society has unveiled its workshop programme for 2009. New for this year are the ‘Fashion Photography’, ‘Product Photography’ and two business focused workshops. All workshops are open to members and non-members of The Society, and are held at the RPS headquarters in Bath.

Monday, December 8, 2008

Better Photography - Portraits in Natural Light DVD

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Better Photography - Portraits in Natural Light DVDBetter Photography - Portraits in Natural Light is a new DVD from former Sunday Times photographer Philip Dunn. This 60 minute DVD is aimed at photographers of all levels wanting to improve their portraits using natural light. Dunn explains “I demonstrate that with a little understanding of light, lenses and poses, you can create really powerful and interesting portraits without the expense and trouble of using photography studio lights.” The Better Photography - Portraits in Natural Light DVD costs £14.95 including postage in the UK.

Friday, December 5, 2008

Derrick Story Gives Photoshop Webcast

Mark Goldstein | Technique

The Photoshop CS4 Companion for PhotographersPhotoshop author Derrick Story is giving a webcast focusing on the important features in Photoshop CS4 for photographers. Taking place on Tuesday, December 16 at 10:30 a.m. PST, Story will demonstrate how to use Adobe Photoshop effectively for post production and also host an online Q&A forum. Those who attend the Webcast will receive 45 days complimentary access to The Photoshop CS4 Companion for Photographers on Safari Books Online and the first 10 registrants to attend will receive an autographed copy of the printed book.

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Nikon Solutions Expo 2008

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Nikon Solutions Expo 2008The Nikon Solutions Expo professional photography show takes place next week. Held on 9-10th December at Olympia Conference Centre, London, Nikon Solutions Expo covers the complete photography workflow, from inspiration, to tips and advice on getting the right shots, to software processing and printing. A selection of high profile photographers will also be giving talks at the show, including Alex Bailey, Joe Cornish and Donovan Wylie. Entry to the Nikon Solutions Expo is free when you register online.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Photo Iconic Photography Workshops

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Photo Iconic Photography WorkshopsPhoto Iconic is running two photography workshops with Intrepid Travel in London, UK. Taking place on Wednesday 10th December, the two courses are Creative digital photography and Travel photography with a digital camera. Each course costs £40, but all participants receive £100 in vouchers towards Intrepid trips and Photo Iconic courses.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

HP Photography and Printing Master Class

Mark Goldstein | Technique

HP Designjet Z3200HP is running a series of free seminars, in collaboration with Magnum Photos, with workshops on the new HP Designjet Z3200 Photo Printer. The HP Photography and Printing Master Class Road Show will visit seven cities from London to Dubai between now and February. Each seminar will feature an inspirational presentation by a Magnum photographer followed by workshops focusing on the Z3200. Participating Magnum photographers include Thomas Hoepker, Alessandra Sanguinetti, Donovan Wylie, Patrick Zachmann, Carl De Keyzer and Martin Parr.

Master of Professional Studies in Digital Photography

Mark Goldstein | Technique

School of Visual ArtsThe Master of Professional Studies in Digital Photography degree is designed for working professionals looking to improve their skills in digital image capture. Starting in Autumn 2009, the one-year course takes a unique approach by combining web-based education with a summer residency. “This program is ideal for anyone who has a deep passion for exploring the confluence of photographic aesthetics and digital technology but can’t relocate to New York for a full calendar year of study. Ideal candidates include working photographers, photographic educators and fine artists” commented Katrin Eismann, photographer, author and chair of the MPS in Digital Photography Department. The online information session for the program will take place on Monday, December 8, from 6:30-8:30pm.

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Bogen Tripod Selection Webinar

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Manfrotto 055CX Carbon TripodsBogen is running a free webinar titled “Wondering How to Select the Right Tripod and Head?”. The course will provide photographers with techniques and tips for selecting and maintaining the perfect supports for their equipment. Participants will get one on-one interaction with the instructors, and will be automatically entered for a chance to win a Manfrotto tripod and head, or a Gitzo tripod and head. The Bogen Tripod webinar will be held on Friday, November 14, 2008 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Adobe Creative Suite 4 Tour

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Adobe Photoshop CS4Experience the all-new Adobe Creative Suite 4 at a UK event near you. Adobe invites you to attend a local CS4 Tour event where you will experience new groundbreaking work in print, on the web, in rich media, on video and on mobile. With four different sessions to choose from, Adobe will be revealing hundreds of enhancements and new capabilities to help you develop engaging work across all media.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Two New Calumet ImageMaker DVDs

Mark Goldstein | Technique

Black & White Film Photography: Fred Picker’s Classic TrilogyTwo new titles have just been added to the Calumet Imagemaker DVD Series. In The Power of Light, acclaimed photographer, lighting expert and photo educator Tony Corbell teaches the techniques necessary to compete in professional photography. Black & White Film Photography: Fred Picker’s Classic Trilogy is a compilation of three timeless videos about traditional black-and-white photography produced by the late Fred Picker from 1989 to 1992. Both DVDs cost $39.99 and are available now.

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