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Expressive Composition -- Nature's Balance
Every photographer has a unique way of looking at the world. Composition is your expression to the viewer--it defines the message of your image. We'll discuss how to selectively isolate an artistic scene from a chaotic world. Composition is very personal and subjective. Yet, like tools in a tool kit, there are many "norms" and techniques that will help you better express and deliver your vision--your message. We'll also discuss how a buyer, judge, or editor may have different preferences or needs for the same subject matter.
Format:
--Seminar includes extensive Digital Slideshow & Equipment Demonstration--optionally followed by guided Photo Outing.
Content:--Simplifying -- Order from Chaos
--Weight, Balance, Proportions
--Rule of 3rds and when to break it--Subjective Conventions and Norms...Exceptions
--Rhythm, Patterns
--Power of Color, Tone, Edges, Texture, Shape
--Stitched Panoramas & Custom Cropping -- composing beyond 35mm and 8x10 proportions--Implied Motion and Room to Move
--Horizontal vs Vertical
--Want Published?
Special Features:
--Scores of inspiring & thought provoking Images Presented
--Numerous good/better/best examples
--Guided Photo Outing available
--Extensive collection of equipment, books, magazines on hand enables you to explore future investments
-- Ample Question & Answer Period following the Workshop to address your individual needs
Included Course Materials:
--Invaluable Course Handout consolidates key concepts, equipment, references
Who Should Attend?
--Intermediate to Advanced strategies presented.
Maximum Class Size:
--Private, semi-private, and group formats available
--Eight individually enrolled Students if Guided Outing Follows
-- 12 max for Private Groups
--Unlimited for Presentation Only
What to Bring:
--Writing material for notes
--Ten to fifteen images representative of your work or of problems you're hoping to resolve. I'm not a big fan of the word "Critique" and promise only respectful and constructive feedback.--For guided photo outings, bring along your camera and its manual, your camera bag and everything in it, external flash units, tripod, sun block, insect repellent, bottled water
