NUTS & BOLTS of DIGITAL NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

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ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTO TECHNIQUES & MARKETING YOUR IMAGES TO MAKE MONEY

Photography Seminars with Wayne Lynch & Darwin Wiggett

Canada ’s Premier Wildlife & Landscape Photographers

Calgary, Alberta - Saturday & Sunday, April 12 & 13, 2008

University of Calgary, Rm EN A 201

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Join acclaimed nature photographers Wayne Lynch and Darwin Wiggett for a visual romp into the world of digital nature photography.  Darwin and Wayne will provide you with valuable tips and techniques on how to take your photography to new and higher levels.  Be prepared to learn, laugh and be entertained by this engaging duo.  Your photography will never be the same. 

DAY 1

DIGITAL NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY

8:15 AM: REGISTRATION

9:00AM: FAMILIAR FOTO FLAWS

Simple solutions to the common mistakes that plague every photographer.

9:45AM: THE LANGUAGE OF LIGHT

Learn to recognize, understand, and communicate using the language of light.  And, discover how to use light to create emotionally charged images. 

10:30AM: COFFEE BREAK

11:00AM: WHAT’S NEW & WHAT’S NOT

A practical look at new equipment including the your choices for digital cameras, image-stabilized and autofocus lenses, and the latest in tripod technology.

12:00-1:30PM: LUNCH BREAK

1:30PM: CHOOSING THE BEST CAMERA SETTINGS

Most digital cameras offer many options. Choosing JPEGS vs RAW, Color Space, and White Balance can determine the quality of the images you capture. Here's practical advise from the pros on how you should be shooting. 

2:15PM: CREATIVE USE OF SHUTTER SPEED & APERTURE

Discover how to take charge of your camera controls to maximize your creative vision.

3:00PM: COFFEE BREAK

3:30PM: THE CREATIVE SIDE OF LENS SELECTION

Choosing a lens is one of the most important aspects of visual expression.  Learn how different lenses see the world and how to pick the best lens to yield the results you are seeking. 

5:00PM: END

Questions are encouraged during the presentation.

DAY 2

ADVANCED DIGITAL PHOTO TECHNIQUES

& MARKETING YOUR IMAGES SUCCESSFULLY

09:00- 9:45 AM: CLOSE-UP PHOTOGRAPHY

The challenges and rewards of using extension tubes, closeup lenses, macro lenses and electronic flash in the field – tips and tricks to make better images.

09:45-10:30AM: NECESSARY FILTERS FOR CREATIVE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Discover how filters are essential in modern digital photography and how they can help you to create stronger more exciting images.   

10:30AM: COFFEE BREAK 

11:00-12:00PM: CRITIQUE #1

Participants are encouraged to submit their own photographs for anonymous critique and constructive discussion. Wayne and Darwin will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of every photograph submitted and its potential marketability.  The critique session is always an audience favorite. 

12:00-1:30PM: LUNCH BREAK

1:30 PM: SUCCESSFUL MARKETING TECHNIQUES

Learn how to make a digital submission to photo buyers and how to market your talents to magazines, calendars and the advertising industry.  As well, discover how to pitch a book idea, negotiate a publishing contract, and weigh the risks and rewards of self-publication.  If you plan to sell your nature images, this seminar is essential.

3:00 PM: COFFEE BREAK

3:30 PM: CRITIQUE #2

Darwin and Wayne are the friendliest and most constructive critics you could have.  In this popular session you will learn much about your own photography and profit greatly from the photos of your fellow participants. 

5:00 PM:  END

REGISTRATION FEES (includes GST):

Day 1 - Digital Nature Photography - $125.00 ($140.00 at the door)

Day 2 -Advanced Digital Photograpy & Marketing - $125.00 ($140.00 at the door)

Day 1 & 2 combined  - $199.00 (advance registration)

To register by email and to pay by cheque - please contact Darwin at wiggett@telusplanet.net

To pay on-line using a credit card - use the purchase button below. Please note you can only register for the two day combined seminar option when using the on-line payment option below. You will receive confimation of payment and registration details by email within 2-days. We regret that refunds can not be given for thos participants who do not attend.

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