Digital photography offers the photographer incredible creative expression. From the concept through the final presented image the photographer has control over the look and feel of every image they create, provided they understand the tools and applications that are available.
This workshop takes a deep dive into the creative process of image making from concept through final execution. It will teach you the proper processing for social media, digital slide shows, commercial print making, and fine art printing on ink-jet prints.
Instruction
This workshop is limited to a small group which allows the majority of the instruction time to be one on one. The emphasis is on hands-on learning and individual instruction.
Using Adobe products, Lightroom, Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw, and Photoshop, you will learn the differences, advantages, and disadvantages, with the goal of developing a preference that suits your photographic style and goals.
This workshop is great for the photographer who wants to develop a signature style and unlock the mysteries of post processing.
Pre-requisites: laptop computer with a minimum of 16 Gb of RAM and Adobe Photography Plan (Including both Lightroom and Photoshop Apps, $19.99/month). Bring your Raw image files! The more images you have to choose from the greater opportunities you will have to work on and perfect your process.
Location
ColdSnap Photography Studio, Two Harbors Minnesota
Itinerary
This is a sample itinerary intended to demonstrate the concepts and topics that are covered. The instructor reserves the right to deviate from this itinerary if necessary.
Day one
10:00 am until 4:00pm
Setting up your digital darkroom, how to optimize your computer environment for the best performance while using Adobe software programs. Calibration of your monitor. Sizing your image files for specific uses like digital media, social media, commercial printing or fine art printing. Understanding image compression and how it affects the look of your images. Understanding workspace and how to arrange it within your post processing apps, Lightroom, Adobe Camera Raw, and Photoshop, this makes sure the tools you need are at your fingertips.
Open Lab—this is time for individual instruction and practice of the concepts learned each day
Day two
9:00am until 4:00 pm
Post Processing your images, learn the fundamentals of your Raw Image processors, Lightroom and/or Adobe Camera Raw. Step by step demos instruct on the use and understanding of the tools available in post processing and Raw conversion. How to maximize your camera’s dynamic range and color gamut. Sharpening your image files. Noise reduction using Adobe tools Image file sizes and how they affect the final look of the image.
Open Lab—this is time for individual instruction and practice of the concepts learned each day
Day three
9:00am until 4:00pm
Understanding Photoshop, demystifying the granddad of all image processing software programs. Photoshop is an incredibly diverse, and deep program, however, most photographer’s needs are relatively simple. The trick is to find the path that works for you and your needs. Through lecture and individual instruction you will learn how to navigate this behemoth program and understand what it will do for you and your image processing.
Open Lab—this is time for individual instruction and practice of the concepts learned each day
Day four
9:00am until 4:00pm
The Fine Art Print. Understanding image color profiles, using print profiles. Understanding paper types and how they affect the look and feel of images. Setting up your print file for sending to commercial print labs, how to make sure you get what you want. Printing with an ink-jet printer
Open Lab—this is time for individual instruction and practice of the concepts learned each day
Day five
9:00am until 3:00pm (Split Rock Lighthouse Moonrise Photoshoot 4:00pm until 6:00pm)
The Fine Art Print. Understanding print sizes and how to create the best enlargements of your
image. Up-sizing for large prints. Down-sizing for smaller prints. Understanding archival processes, framing, and presentation materials.
Open Lab—this is time for individual instruction and practice of the concepts learned each day
Special Bonus
I have scheduled this workshop to coincide with the full moon rise in relation to the Split Rock Lighthouse. Sunday February 1 (this is after the classroom portion is completed and completely voluntary) Image of the Moonrise over the Lighthouse is for illustration only, exact alignment may vary slightly.
Payment & Cost
Cost: $1695
**Please note the non-refundable deposit is $500**
A $500 non-refundable deposit holds you spot until 90 days prior to the workshop when the balance is due.
Includes tuition, ink, paper, use of digital ink jet printer, and instruction.
Each student will make multiple 8.5×11 test prints of their image files as well as two 17×22 sized finished fine art prints suitable for framing.
Does not include transportation, lodging, or meals.
