2019 Jan-May (W)

Workshops: 2019 (Jan-May)

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January 19, 2019: Off-Camera Flash for Newbies

Have you taken your flash off camera yet? If not – this workshop is for you!

Presenter: Linda Treleaven, Terri Ross, Ron Trink, Fred Rushworth

When: Jan 19, 1019, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Woodvale Community Hall
Cost: $20 (includes lunch)
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: TBA
Space: limited to 16 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected using a random draw
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send an email to secretary@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
In this basic hands-on workshop for beginners you will learn:

Why place your flash off the camera
Camera settings for off-camera flash
How to trigger your flash off-camera
Where to best position the flash
Using light modifiers and how they impact your portraits
Some posing tips

Pre-requisites:

You suffer from off-camera flashaphobia (are a total beginner)
You don’t have to own a flash to attend*, but if you do own a flash and/or triggers, you must know the basics of how to adjust the settings (read your owners manual or review on line)

*If you don’t already own a flash, you may want to attend the December 15 workshop on Godox products before you decide on what to purchase

The “off-camera flash workshop” held on January 19th was presented by IACC members Ron Trink, Linda Treleaven, Fred Rushworth, and Terri Ross. Each presenter provided topic background material to the group then presided over a “mini-studio” where participants had the opportunity to apply what they had learned. Topics included understanding flash basics, on-camera flash vs off-camera flash, dumb and smart radio triggers as well as an introduction to light modifiers and posing. Godox flash units and radio triggers were very kindly provided for the use of the participants by Karl Domning of illuminatils.com. Karl was also on hand for the duration of the workshop to assist members with technical questions relating to camera and flash settings."
(article courtesy Larry Holland)

January 31, 2019: Novice Night Photography Workshop

For new members and beginners

Learn a few basics about shooting downtown after dark.
Try out what you have learned.
Come back and show others your new clever shots.

Presenter: Mufty Mathewson

When: Jan 31, 1019, 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Where: #701 12207 Jasper Ave
Cost: free
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: n/a
Space: limited to 8 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected using a random draw
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send an email to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
Bring tripod, zoom lens, flashlight, and warm clothes.

On the evening of January 31st, Mufty Mathewson hosted a Novice Night Photography lesson from her home. Eight Workshop participants learned about Exposure Bias, and how to set a mood. Mufty also taught us how to create a star effect from lights using F22 stops. Participants drew inspiration from displays set up around her home, such as candles, flowers, flowers with bubbles, lamps and statues.
The third assignment was catching headlights using long exposure time. Although Groat Road Bridge was closed for construction, this did not stop us from testing night shots on the balcony.
Overall, it was a wonderful evening in a fun and relaxed space, with individuals mingling and helping one another gain more camera knowledge.
(article courtesy Kathleen Tyrrell)

photos ©Doug Knight

February 19, 2019: Architectural Photography 1.01

This workshop will be a BASIC introduction to architectural photography with an emphasis on fine art architecture. There will be a brief discussion about the use of both black and white and long exposure in architectural photography. This workshop is being presented as an optional precursor to the Outing on Saturday February 23 at Alberta Legislature Building. The workshop is designed to introduce some ideas and techniques for those unfamiliar with Architectural Photography to use at the outing

Presenter: Bob Royer

When: Tue, Feb 19, 1019, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Edmonton Public Library - Jasper Place (9010-156 Street, Edmonton)
Cost: free (but a loonie or two at the venue will cover the room)
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: n/a
Space: limited to 30 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected from a random draw. All members who are selected to attend will be notified via email no later than midnight on Saturday February 16, 2019.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send an email to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Verticals must be vertical and horizontals must be horizontal
Welcome to the world of Robert Royer’s Architectural Photography as presented on Tuesday, February 19. Bob shared his knowledge of Architectural Photography by breaking his subject down into five categories: Commercial Photography, Real Estate Photography, Fine Art Photography, Black and White Photography and Long Exposure Photography...
for the complete article, click here
(article courtesy Ruth Ball)

March 7, 2019: Horse Photography 1.01

This workshop is aimed at photographers of all levels with an interest in photographing horses.

Presenter: Colin Vince

When: Thursday, March 7, 2019, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Where: Oliver Square London Drugs Learning Lab (11704 104 Ave NW)
Cost: free
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: Friday March 1, 2019 at midnight
Space: limited to 15 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected using a random draw. All members who are selected to attend will be notified via email no later than midnight on TBA.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
This workshop is being presented as an optional prelude to the Outing on Saturday March 9th at Free Rein Ranch. Colin has done some fantastic work with horses in his career, and is willing to share some of his ideas and work with the attendees at this workshop. It should inspire some ideas and techniques for use at the outing.

"Colin has been photographing horses for over a decade, read most of the books on the subject and could also interact with long time owners and hostlers from Australia. In his presentation Colin showed us some good horse photographs with information on equipment been used, and camera settings he chose. Colin told us how and when he has put himself in danger while photographing those horses and gave tips in the form of dos and don’ts for those new to this."
for the complete article, click here
(article courtesy Apurva Jha)

March 23, 2019: Mat Cutting - A Hands-On Workshop

This workshop is aimed at photographers who want to learn about cutting their own photo mats.

Presenter: Zbigniew Gortel

When: Saturday, March 23, 2019, at 6:00 pm
Where: Zbigniew Gortel's house (Lessard area)
Cost: free
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: March 14, at midnight
Space: limited to 8 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected using a random draw. All members who are selected to attend will be notified via email no later than midnight on TBA.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details

Description of the equipment needed. The handout will provide information on equipment and supplies as well as local sources.
Zbigniew will demonstrate step by step the process of cutting the matt, measuring and cutting the window and attaching the photograph. He may also show how to use a two-sided tape to attach the matted photo to a foam core support (at the end after the Pt. 3).
Each participant would then execute the entire process (minus the foam core mounting) using the image which he/she would bring. Everyone should bring an image not larger than 8x10 in so that they will be able to prepare a matt for this print. There will be matting material available for prints up to the 8x10 size.

The Pt 3 is the most time consuming one. In order to finish by 10 or 11 pm attendance is limited to 8 people. I know from experience that some people have no problem but others do have and must be given time. The workshop will use a Logan Model 302 32 inch system, but the principles apply to just about any system.

This workshop was held at the lovely home of Zbigniew Gortel. The format of the workshop began with a brief description of tools needed, where to purchase them and approximate cost. This was followed by Zbigniew demonstrating the mat cutting process and subsequently each of the participants cutting a mat for the photo they brought with them, under the watchful eye of Zbigniew. The matting material was supplied by Zbigniew.

Zbigniew was extremely informative and a generous and gracious instructor. He spent as much time as needed to make sure everyone understood the process and shared valuable tips.

The evening was delightful and filled with knowledge and good company with everyone leaving with a lovely matted photograph.
(article courtesy Sheilagh Morin)

March 31, 2019: Painterly Portrait Workshop

Learn how to work with photographic lighting to create a painterly portrait. There will be a professional model present to assist in the workshop presentation

Presenter: Jason Symington of Imagen Media House

Jason's Website

Jason has been working in photography for almost 25 years and teaching photography at MacEwan and privately for a little over 20 years. He has taught a few of our members and comes highly recommended

When: March 31, 2019. Time 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Where: Imagen Media House, 10709 124th Street NW , Edmonton
Cost: $65.00 paid in advance
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: Thursday March 28th, 2019 at midnight, or when registrations and payments are received in full.
Space: limited to 15 IACC members.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca and I will do my best to re-sell your spot.

Workshop details
Due to the nature of this workshop, registrations will be done in order of receipt of payment. Please register via the attached link, and submit payment ASAP. The first 15 payments received will be accepted to this workshop. Please note: there is a minimum of 10 participants required for this workshop to proceed.

Your best chance to be included in this workshop is to email the $65.00 to me right after you register. If you want to do this, please send funds transfer to workshops@imagesalberta.ca and use the password “Workshops”. You can also bring cash or cheque (to Clayton Reitzel) to the next meeting, but there is no guarantee that there will still be space available. If you send funds after the workshop is full, I will not accept the funds, and let you know by email that you were not successful.

While there are many truly professional photographers and even more educators, Jason Symington successfully incorporates these two qualities in his practical approach to teaching.

On Sunday, March 31st, 14 IACC members met in Jason’s 124th Street studio (Imagen Media House) for a 2 hour+ session that included the outlining of his systematic approach to the topic (white board list) … followed by the step-by-step building of the lighting arrangement (including showing the effects of adding the various lighting elements). The session culminated with all attendees getting a turn at taking photos of the professional model, now lit in painterly portrait mode. Hair and makeup specialists were in attendance to prepare the model and keep things in place.

During the Painterly Portrait Photography workshop, Jason was easy going and entertaining. He led our group from the basic elements of a creative portrait photography through the entire process of accomplishing a masterpiece image.

While that workshop was not my first opportunity to learn from such a Master as Jason, I hope it would not be the last.
(written by Ron Snider and Boris Sukalsky)

"Here's Jason Symington 's finished image from the Painterly Portrait workshop. The preplanning, lighting setup, and photoshop editing (frequency separation, curve layers, retouching) led to this final low-key painterly portrait." (Janice)

May 2, 2019: Car Shooting and Editing

Presenter: Darren Greenwood

Darren's Website

When: Thu, May 2, 2019, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Where: Garage Shots Studio (6742-75 Street, Edmonton)
Cost: free
How to register: closed
Deadline for registrations: Apr 26, 2019, midnight
Space: limited to 30 IACC members. If more members register for this workshop, the attendees will be selected from a random draw. All members who are selected to attend will be notified via email no later than midnight on Sunday April 28th, 2019.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
Target Audience: photographers of all levels with an interest in photographing and editing car shots. This workshop is being presented as an optional precursor to the Outing on Saturday May 4th at the Reynolds-Alberta Museum. Darren has a fantastic studio designed specifically for shooting cars. First he will take you through an actual car shoot in this studio. Then he will run through his editing process for this car, as well as numerous other examples of his other spectacular car shots that he had done for his Garage Shots Magazine and other work in automobile photography. The workshop should inspire attendees with ideas and editing techniques for the Reynolds-Alberta Museum Outing.

If you want to try shooting the car in the studio, you can bring your camera, tripod, cable release, but you do not need to bring anything

"On Thursday May 2nd, Darren Greenwood hosted twenty IACC members at the Garage Shot magazine studio. Darren discussed the lighting and composition considerations related to automobile photography and demonstrated the techniques used in the capture of images of a Camaro in the studio. In addition, he reviewed the history of “Garage Shots” Magazine and provided a free copy for those in attendance. After a short break, Darren offered a slide presentation showcasing a number of images he has created for the magazine. In addition, Darren provided a live demo of his Photoshop post-processing workflow. Using an image of the Camaro, he demonstrated the steps starting with the selection of the car, then the realistic replacement of the background to produce a final image ready for sale or publication."
(report courtesy Larry Holland)

May 25, 2019: Cyanotype Image Processing

The cyanotype or ‘blue print’ is one of photography’s oldest printing methods. Discovered by Sir John Herschel in 1842, three years after the announcement of the discovery of photography, the cyanotype provides permanent images in an elegant assortment of blue values. Reminiscent of the alchemists of yesteryear you can use a negative image on acetate, drawing on tracing paper, or even real objects, to create a stunning image without a camera.

Presenter: Candace Makowichuk

Candace's Website

When: May 25, 2019, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: Woodvale Community League, upper level meeting room (4540 50 Street, Edm)
Cost: $55 per person
How to register: click here
Deadline for registrations: May 17, 2019, midnight
Space: limited to 20 IACC members. Due to the nature of this workshop, registrations will be done in order of receipt of payment. Please register via the attached link, and submit payment ASAP. The first 20 payments received will be accepted to this workshop.
Your best chance to be included in this workshop is to email the $55.00 to me right after you register. If you want to do this, please send funds transfer to workshops@imagesalberta.ca and use the password “Workshops”. You can also bring cash or cheque (to Clayton Reitzel) to the next meeting, but there is no guarantee that there will still be space available. If you send funds after the workshop is full, I will not accept the funds, and let you know by email that you were not successful.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
For this workshop we will be using one of your own photographs printed as a negative image on acetate. Participants would need to bring their own image printed in negative/inverse form – black and white - on a transparency – Staples provides this or many may be able to do it at home. Size: 8”x10” or smaller. Up to four transparencies each.

May 26, 2019: Posing People

Presenter: Chris Stambaugh

Chris's Website

Chris is the former president of the Professional Photographers of Canada and has been a professional photographer for over two decades. Chris holds the designations of "Master of Photographic Arts" and "Honorary Lifetime Member" by the PPOC. Chris has won numerous awards for his work including being a finalist in the Alberta and Canadian Portrait Photographer of the Year. Imagine that Photographics is the name of the photography company that Chris has built and you can check out his work and services through his web site.

When: Sunday, May 26, 2019, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Where: Highlands Community League Hall - Upstairs Lounge (6112–113 Avenue, Edm)
Cost: $40.00, paid in advance
How to register: click here
Deadline for registrations: Thursday May 23rd, 2019 at midnight, or when registrations and payments are received in full.
Space: limited to 30 IACC members. Due to the nature of this workshop, registrations will be done in order of receipt of payment. Please register via the attached link, and submit payment ASAP. The first 30 payments received will be accepted to this workshop. Please note: there is a minimum of 20 participants required for this workshop to proceed.
Your best chance to be included in this workshop is to email the $40.00 to me right after you register. If you want to do this, please send funds transfer to workshops@imagesalberta.ca and use the password “Workshops”. You can also bring cash or cheque (to Clayton Reitzel) to the next meeting, but there is no guarantee that there will still be space available. If you send funds after the workshop is full, I will not accept the funds, and let you know by email that you were not successful.
Cancellations: if you need to cancel your registration, please send a message to workshops@imagesalberta.ca

Workshop details
In this one day posing workshop, we will explore the building blocks of classic posing. By understanding the time-tested fundamentals of what makes a person look their best in a photograph, you will be able to adapt these techniques to a variety of photographic styles. These techniques can be effectively applied to almost any portrait style including classic head shots, glamour photos, engagement and wedding portraits, families, corporate and editorial portraits, and so much more…

We begin with the most important aspects of individual posing by exploring seated and standing poses, different angles, body language and communication skills. Throughout the day will build upon the individual pose to create couples and group poses that will both flatter the subjects and express the style of photography that the artist wished to convey.

This workshop will be very “hands on” combining instruction, demonstration and numerous exercises where the participants will pose and photograph several images. Participants should bring their camera equipment with them.

All participants must bring:

A good quality DSLR or Mirrorless camera
A medium telephoto lens. 50mm – 135mm is recommended
A fully charged battery
A clean, formatted memory card

Optional equipment:

A selection of lenses
A tripod
A remote camera trigger (cable release)
A flash unit
A reflector