A Note About CS5
If you have a previous version of the software, don't worry! Although we're teaching Adobe® Creative Suite® 5, our instructors will point out which features are new and which aren't.
So whether you're using CS5 or its predecessors, our classes will meet your needs.
Class Description
This hands-on workshop helps you create great images without getting lost in technology. Four evenings with Dave build confidence with your camera and gain inspiration for exploring photography with a new, creative eye. Using images and real-world analogies to demonstrate choices of apertures, speeds, picture settings, ISO settings and filters, Dave makes learning intuitive and fun. We also cover shooting in specific light conditions and processing your RAW and JPEG picture files for precise creative results. Three class assignments and detailed image reviews enhance your learning from the interactive group experience. With a small class size, his diverse knowledge and efffective coaching style, Dave's makes this workshop successful for every participant at their level of experience and absorption.
What we cover:
- You, the photographer
- Inspiration in any light
- Finding personal perspective
- Connecting with your subject
- Exposure control
- Control beyond AUTO (with apertures, speed and ISO settings)
- Checking for correct exposure
- When and how to use Manual controls
- Using on-board flash
- Color control
- Contrast, saturation and color settings
- When to shoot RAW or JPEG
- Custom settings for situations
- Focus control
- Auto focus vs. manual focus
- Options for isolating subject and capturing action
- Processing
- Importing images from your camera
- Building your collection
- Correct and enhance your photos
- Gear to go
- Tripods, Filters
- Outfitting for comfort and simplicity
Participants should bring their own digital camera and manual, have basic computer skills and bring 6-10 photos to share. with any content-related questions.
About the Instructor
David Julian holds a BFA from Pratt Institute, and is a widely-published and awarded photographer, illustrator and mixed-media artist. His teaching method blends technical processes with pure artistic vision. He has a patient, intuitive teaching manner, and enjoys helping others develop the ability to reach their creative goals. He has published in Nikon World, PRINT, Communication Arts, Archive, Digital Photo Pro, Rangefinder, PC Photo, PhotoMedia, and Layers, to name a few. Active as a portfolio and software consultant, Dave also partners with Canon, Wacom, OnOne and Alien Skin, and leads a 670-member Photoshop User Group in Seattle. His images are represented worldwide by Corbis. When not immersed in his studio filled with unusual collections, he travels, kayaks and teaches private workshops in the Americas and abroad. His work can be viewed at www.davidjulian.com.
what students have said about David's workshops...
"I've taken workshops from several digital masters, but this workshop was the most creative. I also appreciated the time he spent coaching and working with each of us at our level."
"This course lit me up! I am renewed with ideas and creativity"
"David is a great teacher. He's patient and works with the needs of each individual student while inspiring the whole class to go beyond their expectations."
"David, thank you for a fantastic workshop and all the inspiration."
"It was a very inspirational and productive workshop! I feel skilled, confident and alive!"
"It was such a treat to spend the weekend being with everyone and in the world of David Julian. I had a blast."
"Dave is a gifted teacher and very inspiring...offering a good balance of technical and creative knowledge."
"...the emphasis on creativity along with very pertinent technical information was really great!"