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Natural Light Portraits Workshop is our second most popular course! We look at creative elements of portraiture including practical use of existing light conditions and surrounding architectural features.
Next Date
Available: January 10 (eve), 14 (day), 17 (eve), 2012.
Costs
$325 + taxes
Details
This course will cover:
- creative elements of exposure including backlighting and silhouettes as well as other natural lighting options
- use of camera-based flash
- composition and perspective as they relate to portraiture
- styles of portraiture - from formal to candid to photojournalistic - with examples from other photographers
- working with your subject - ie how to make them smile NATURALLY - this is very, very important!
- learning how to place and manage large groups of people for a portrait
In the afternoon you will have an opportunity to produce portraits of people brought in to challenge you with their specific portrait requests. It will be your job to interpret your model and produce a fine portrait!
This course builds on elements taught in Creative Fundamentals - imaginative exposure techniques, use of focus, etc. As important as the technical details we will spend time learning to create a rapport with your subject to get the appropriate portrait.
Natural Light Portraits is appropriate for people who want to challenge their photo skills beyond the basics.
Location
We will be working outdoors - weather permitting - in a central Ottawa/Hull location using available light supported with the possibility of hand held flash (flash on your camera).
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"Is this a digital or film course?" It is a photography course - about creating better portraits. The emphasis is on your skills behind the camera and your ability to effectively use the camera you have. Many participants bring digital cameras. Many choose film. Some bring both! Having people with both technologies on a course helps to compare the differences. Do not worry about your equipment - all you need is a 35mm SLR camera and lens(es) - no "point and shoot" cameras please.
Find out more about course dates and the course outline, and registration details.
Course Instructor: Harry Nowell is a photographer working as Harry Nowell Photography Inc, providing editorial, commercial and stock photography to clients in the Ottawa region and beyond.
Participant Requirements: Students are required to bring a 35 mm SLR digital or film camera with a manual setting option - no point and shoot, please. Also, students should bring lens(es) that offer some wide angle (< 50 mm) and telephoto (>70 mm) capability. Zoom lenses are fine. A tripod, cable release, and slide film (if needed) round out your camera bag.
Registration
Space is limited. This course often sells out. Contact us by email or by phone at 819-827-9460 for more information and to register. To reserve your spot we ask for a deposit of $125 and a complete registration form.
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