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Do you tweet?

20 Photography Twitters Worth Following
from PopPhoto.com

20 Photography Twitter...
The photograpy world moves fast, but we can help you keep up.
By PopPhoto.com Staff Posted April 8, 2009

The microblogging social media site, Twitter is a great way to keep up on what's happening in your social group as well as your industry. If you're a photo enthusiast like us, these 20 microblogs should surely bring joy to your Twitter feed every minute of the day. Feel free to hit us up with suggestions on our own http://www.twitter.com/popphoto.

See the top 20 here: http://www.popphoto.com/Features/20-Photography-Twitters-Worth-Following

Epson print academy

http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/PrintAcademy/pa_home.jsp

TRACK ONE
Learn How the Pros Create Award-Winning Prints with the Latest Generation Digital SLRs
John Shaw
Follow John on an actual photo shoot in Bodie, California. Bodie is considered to be the best preserved ghost town from the Wild West and a photographer's paradise. John will provide an A-Z step-by-step experience so you can see how one of the most admired outdoor photographers works with the latest generation Digital SLRs to make award-winning prints in the Digital Darkroom. John will also be joined by experts from Adobe and Epson.
You'll Learn How To:
Set-up and use the Latest Generation Digital SLRs for the Highest Quality Files
Choose the Right Memory Cards to Optimize a Workflow
Use a Multimedia Storage Viewer
Choose the Right Monitor
Organize and Edit Files with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 2
Easily Manage Raw Files in the Best Color Space with Step by Step Techniques in Lightroom
Easily use new Photoshop Plug-ins for Greater Control in Both Black & White and Color
Use New Features in Lightroom 2 and Photoshop CS4 for Greater Creativity
Print Using the Epson Stylus Photo R2880 From Both Lightroom 2 and Photoshop CS4
Live Demonstrations:
What You Will See and Learn
How to Calibrate Your Monitor in a Simplified Color Managed Workflow
Easy to Understand Techniques For Building and Applying Color Profiles
Color Spaces, Histograms, Rendering Intents and Other Digital Workflow Lingo
Working with the Same File in Both Lightroom 2 and Photoshop CS4
Creative Sharpening Techniques
Exciting New Ways to Create B&W Prints
How to Manage, Store and Back-up Digital Imaging Files
Incorporating a Pen Tablet Into Your Workflow
How to use the Latest Photoshop Plug-ins
Sneak Peak at the New Epson Ultrachrome HDR Ink Technology
Live Photo-Shoot With Easy to Employ Lighting Techniques
Step by Step Printing with both Photo and Fine Art Papers
In Addition:
Bruce Dale
Hear from renowned photographer Bruce Dale about his life as a National Geographic photographer
Greg Gorman
One of Hollywood's leading celebrity photographers reveals his unique perspective on Black and White Photography
Bob Krist
This renowned expert in travel photography provides numerous tips on how to improve your travel pictures
Jay Maisel
The undisputed master of photography discusses light, color and gesture.
Jack Reznicki
In addition to being the host, Jack will demonstrate his winning techniques for photographing kids.

TRACK TWO
Designed Exclusively for Working Professionals: How to Optimize A Professional Workflow to Take Full Advantage of Epson Ultrachrome HDR Ink Technology
Renowned Industry Experts Such as:
John Paul Caponigro
Greg Gorman
Mac Holbert
Andrew Rodney
Jeff Schewe
Discuss and Demonstrate:
Optimizing a Professional Color Managed Workflow
Science of Color Management
Calibration, Characterization
Advanced Custom Profiling
Color Spaces, Gamut, Bit Depth and L*a*b
Advanced Driver Settings
Maximizing Raw File Quality and Increasing Productivity
Advanced Photoshop CS4 Camera Raw 5 Settings
In-Depth Understanding of the Lightroom 2 Develop Module
Non-Destructive Workflow
Smart Objects
Working and Printing in 16 bit
Editing in Photoshop CS4 with Lightroom 2 Managed Files
Printing From Lightroom 2 with Files Edited in Photoshop CS4
Expert Level Fine-Art Printing
Developing a Strategy for Image Enhancement
Creating a Sense of Dimensionality
Working With an Exit Strategy
Drawing with Light
Mastering Selections
Gradient, Contour and Luminous Masking
Managing Midtone Contrast
New Techniques with Photoshop CS4
Advanced Burning and Dodging
Evaluating and Employing Advanced Black and White Conversion Methods
Working With Microporous and Cotton Fiber Media
Printing to an Epson Stylus Pro 7900 with Ultrachrome HDR Ink

Special Video Segments:
Michael Reichmann of The Luminous Landscape shares with Jeff Schewe how he handles, mounts and frames his fine art prints at his gallery in Toronto. Michael then interviews Henry Wilhelm of Wilhelm Imaging Research about papers, inks and print permanence.Jeff Schewe Interviews Mark Radogna, Group Product Manager Responsible for Epson Stylus Pro Printers and Jeff Smith Product Manager for Epson Professional Media.Jeff asks the tough questions Pros want to know about Epson and its products. In addition inkjet folklore, myths and urban legends are discussed and definitive answers provided.

Concerns for Photographers

From photoattorney...
http://www.photoattorney.com/2009/04/18-usc-2257-concerns-for-photographers.html

Concerns for Photographers

Some photographers shoot nudes, sexually explicit, and/or erotic photographs. If so, your work may come under the purview of a law known as "section 2257." This law imposes some strict obligations that must be followed ...

http://www.photoattorney.com/2009/04/18-usc-2257-concerns-for-photographers.html

Suction cups mount your camera to your car hood

http://www.cnet.com/8301-13951_1-10187432-63.html
Suction cups mount your camera to your car hood

LAS VEGAS--Having trouble attaching your camera to the outside of your plane? Delkin Devices announced a new product, the Fat Gecko camera mount, that could take care of your needs.
The $89.99 device has two large suction cups to hold cameras as heavy as 6 pounds, company Chief Executive Martin Wood said at the Photo Marketing Association (PMA) trade show here. The $89 device is strong enough to hold a camera on a plane going 200mph, he said.
The company is also working on two other versions of the device, one with two straps for attaching cameras to larger tubes such as Harley-Davidson steering gear, and one with a clamp to attach to tubes such as bicycle handlebars measuring 1 inch to 1.875 inches in diameter.
The devices can be repositioned flexibly through a double-knuckle adjustment mechanism, Wood said. The steel-frame Fat Geckos use a standard tripod screw for attaching any camera.

http://www.cnet.com/8301-13951_1-10187432-63.html

The Wonders of Wildflowers Kathleen Clemons Workshop

FEATURED WORKSHOP
The Wonders of Wildflowers with Kathleen Clemons
June 11-14 Inlet, New York
June in the Adirondacks is a time of wonder. Wildflowers abound as the earth warms and summer approaches. The forest floor becomes populated with beauty, waiting to be captured.

Join us as we explore the central Adirondack Park and the bounty of wildfowers it holds. Leader Kathleen Clemons will be assisted by an expert guide from the area, to ensure that we find all the hidden beauty the park has to offer, even in little known areas.There are many varieties of wildflowers blooming in the park in June, we are expecting to find Orchids, several varieties of Lady Slippers, White and Purple Violets, Frog Orchid, Southern Twayblade, Gold Thread, Trailing Arbutus, Spring Beauty, Wood Sorrel, Trout Lily, Trillium, Red Columbine, Wild Bleeding Heart, Canadian Anemone, Star Flower, Twin Flower, Purple Avens, Cuckoo Flower, Foam Flower, Wild Oats, Twisted Stalk, Pale Laurel, and Wild Azalea.

About the Instructor
Kathleen Clemons is a New England based photographer, living on the beautiful coast of Maine. Primarily a nature photographer, she is a winner of numerous contests and awards. Kathleen is known for her creative use of natural light and unique, stunning compositions. Her work is represented by FogStock, ChromaZone Images, The Jaynes Gallery and Corbis. She has been named a "Lensbaby Guru" by the makers of Lensbaby lenses.For more information, visit our website. To register, call 216-531-2155.

A RECENT WORKSHOP ATTENDEE HAD THIS TO SAY ABOUT HIS API WORKSHOP EXPERIENCE:
"Three things distinguish the API workshops from the pack of competitors: Approachable and friendly instructors, a beautiful, welcoming venue, and local knowledge. The instructors know every nook and cranny of the Adirondacks, so participants are guaranteed a productive experience regardless of changes in the weather or time of day. Plus, they're eager to share their knowledge: I asked for and received lots of 'inside information' on places to visit after the workshop concluded, and every recommendation was right on the money. As a working pro, I need to spend my time productively. And I found the API workshop to be both fun and profitable." Geoff Coe

Jeff Foott PSA PHOTO SEMINAR

You are invited to the
PHOTOGRAPHY SOCIETY OF RHODE ISLAND'S
SECOND ANNUAL NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER SEMINAR
Featuring Internationally acclaimed Photographer
Jeff Foott

Jeff Foott, a tour leader with the Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris and a close friend of Jack
Dykinga, is a California native who studied biology at San Jose State University.
Following school he worked as a researcher at Moss Landing Marine Laboratories where
he studied sea otters and published several scientific papers. Jeff has also worked as a
park ranger in Yosemite National Park, a professional climbing guide and on the ski
patrol at Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Around 1970 his interests in photographing and
filming nature and wildlife led to a new career direction. Since then he has filmed for
Nova, National Geographic, BBC and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. His still images
have appeared in hundreds of magazines including Audubon, National Geographic,
National Wildlife and International Wildlife as well as numerous books, calendars, posters
and note cards. Jeff spends summers in Jackson Hole, Wyoming & winters in Moab, Utah.

Check out: jfoottphotography.com and gallery.me.com/jefffott.

Time: Saturday, May 16, 2009
Place: PSRI meeting location at:
Lakewood Baptist Church
255 Atlantic Avenue
Warwick, RI 02888

For directions please go to PSRI.US, click on the lower right hand corner where our location
is highlighted and you will have a map that will direct you to us.
Cost: no charge for members and family. $5.00 for non-members,
Doors open at 6:00 PM - Refreshments will be served and
Hunt Photo will have a booth loaded with great deals
Seminar will commence at 7:00 PM (about an hour in length)
The remainder of the evening will be socializing with each other and Jeff.

FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Ted Lawson, Event Chairperson, 401-725-1810 (office), 401-725-2244 (fax), 401-529-3065 (cell), 401-647-5407 (home)

& email: lawsonlaw@cox.net

Viveza sale

NSN STORE NEWS & SPECIALS May 5, 2009

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C4FAP contest

http://c4fap.org/cfe/2009Documentary/documentary.asp
Documentary Deadline May 12, 2009

Theme: Documentary photography has the power to tell stories untold, create social change, awaken emotions, and show the intimate and unseen. This exhibition will feature the artistic viewpoint of the documentary photographer. Eligibility: The exhibition is open to photographers world wide, both amateur and professional. The Center for Fine Art Photography invites photographers working in all mediums, styles and schools of thought to participate in its exhibitions. Experimental and mixed techniques are welcome.

Juror: Ed KashiEd Kashi is a photojournalist dedicated to documenting the social and political issues that define our times. His images have appeared in National Geographic, the New York Times Magazine, Time, MediaStorm, GEO, Newsweek, and many other domestic and international publications.

Important Dates:
Entries due: May 12, 2009
Notice of acceptance: May 22, 2009
Exhibition dates: July 31 – August 22, 2009
Reception: August 7, 2009
Exhibition and Awards:With selection for this exhibition, artists and their work will be seen by an international audience of collectors, curators, art consultants and others who appreciate the fine art of photography.
Juror’s Selection award: $300
Director's Selection award: $200
Gallery Visitor’s Choice Award: $100
Two Artists’ ShowCase Online subscriptions for one year: (preview at http://www.artists-showcase.org/)
All exhibitors are included in the Center's online gallery
Download instructions for submitting your work online in Adobe PDF Format (64 KB), click here
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The Instrument of Photographic Communication

YOU ARE INVITED TO AN EVENING WITH Shiv Verma, MNEC
at Charter Oak Photographic Society, Inc. Elmwood Community Church
26 Newington Road, West Hartford, CT Sponsored by: Hunt’s Photo & Video

On Monday, May 18, 2009, Shiv Verma will be presenting his program “The Instrument of
Photographic Communication” at Charter Oak Photographic Society, Inc. We would like
to take this opportunity to invite you, your camera club, and friends to come and be our
guest. Our meetings begin at 7:15 p.m. SHARP!
The visual content of an image can most times be defined as “limited” in visual
communication. The typical reason is that a photographer does not identify why he/she
wants to capture an image and, how should the image be composed. This program is
designed to develop a thought process with clear visual focus that will generate a well
composed image. The resulting image(s) are ones that will communicate in the language of
the visual arts, the language called “composition”.

Join use for this enlightening program…
Shiv Verma, MNEC – A photographer, educator and technologist.
He has been photographing since he was a teenager but with the advent of digital he has
evolved his photography to express his intense devotion to wildlife and nature. Since 2003
Shiv has been capturing images exclusively in the digital realm and over the year has
earned numerous awards and recognition both nationally and internationally.
“I think of photography as art – represented by the vision of the photographer.
Photography gives me the ability to express and to communicate ideas that cannot be
expressed in words.”

Shiv belongs to multiple photographic clubs and associations and serves as Vice-Chairman
of the Nature Division, PSA; Director of the slide instructional and essay sets, PSA; Vice
President of the Digital Circuit at NECCC. He is a past President of the Stony Brook
Camera Club; and the Gateway Camera Club.

Door Prizes are being provided by Hunt’s Photo and Video, New England’s largest retailer
of photographic, video, and digital imaging products. Hunt’s will be on hand for your
photographic shopping pleasure. If you have any special requests or items you want them
to bring that evening, call Gary Farber at 800-221-1830 Ext. 2332 or Shawn Davis at 413-
585-9430. You can also Email Gary at DigitalGuyGary@wbhunt.com.

Understanding Composition: The Complete Photographer's Guide

Understanding Composition: The Complete Photographer's Guide by Steve Mulligan (Author)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1861085346?ie=UTF8&tag=thisweekinpho-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=1861085346

Description: While some photographers have an innate genius for composing an image, it’s also a skill that anyone can learn. Acclaimed photographer Steve Mulligan reveals the ideas, techniques, and equipment that underlie good composition, with the aim of helping readers develop their own personal vision. With magnificent color and black-and-white photos illustrating his points, Mulligan discusses such key ideas as viewpoint, framing, symmetry, light, and the rule of thirds, as well as the effects of exposure, depth of field, and shutter speed. From using the computer to improve your shots to displaying your work, this book covers it all.

About the Author: Acclaimed photographer Steve Mulligan is best known for his large-format photographs of the untamed American landscape. His books include Terra Incognita, EarthWorks and Black and White Photography: A Practical Guide.

Photographing Star Trails and Static Stars

http://www.naturephotographers.net/articles0509/fv0509-1.html
The Twilight Hour – Photographing Star Trails and Static Stars
Text and photography copyright © Floris van Breugel.

Nature Photographers Online Magazine is the official website of the Nature Photographers Network™, an international cooperative network of amateur and professional photographers dedicated to the art and technique of nature, wildlife and landscape photography.

Read the article here: http://www.naturephotographers.net/articles0509/fv0509-1.html

Canon releases firmware update for EOS 50D

Canon releases firmware update for EOS 50D
To download the firmware go to: http://web.canon.jp/imaging/eosd/firm-e/eos50d/firmware.html

Apogee Photo Online Campus Classes

Apogee Photo Online Campus Classes ~ Start on May 4th ~ ~ With Only 2 Weeks to Go: Get Signed Up Today ~
LEARN FROM THE PROS - GET INSPIRED - GAIN KNOWLEDGE LIMITED CLASS SIZES - QUALITY CRITIQUES
***New Class Starting May 4th*** "People and Portraits: Inside, Outside & All Around the Town with Lindsay Adler
Course Listings Photography's Fun When You Know the Basics with Noella Ballenger. Let's Kick It Up a Notch: Beyond the Basics with Noella Ballenger. Elements of Design with Noella Ballenger. Getting Intimate:The World of Close-Up Photography with Noella Ballenger. Photoshop for Photography I with Jim Austin. Travel Photography with Mike Goldstein. Flash Photography with Mike Goldstein. Wildlife Basics and Beyond with Andy Long. Working with Natural Light with Andy Long. People & Portraits: Inside, Outside & All Around the Town with Lindsay Adler.
To learn more about each class and to register yourself or a loved one for the upcoming classes, just go to the Apogee Photo Online Campus.

Montreal photo workshop

Montreal August 7-9, 2009 Mentors Rosanne Pennella & Mark Alberhasky

Travel with our mentors and try out all of the latest equipment from Nikon! Including world class digital SLRs, Nikkor lenses and the Coolpix line of Digital Cameras.

You may never have a greater opportunity to put a wild splash of color into your portfolio as when you visit the famous International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu. Hundreds of hot air balloons bursting with every hue and shade imaginable will take to the sky in a kaleidoscope of color that will be like eye candy to your camera. Photograph the balloons on the ground or in the air, in clusters or alone, soaring or sinking—every angle or moment that you choose at this festival is bound to be a winner.

You’ll get a true sense of Montreal’s roots when we visit the Vieux Port (also known as the Quays of the Old Port, or simply the Old Port of Montreal). French fur traders first used the locale as a trading post in 1611, and it has since become the social, economical and cultural heart of the city. The riverfront here is positively bustling with activities (cycling, rollerblading and boating) during the summer months, which makes for some great action photo ops against the city backdrop. The Montreal Clock Tower, built in 1919, is a remarkable structure and, if you’re willing to make the 192-step climb, it affords breathtaking views of the city.

Undoubtedly one of the city’s top attractions, the Montreal International Fireworks Competition pits countries from around the globe against each other in the largest pyrotechnics competition of its kind in the world. From a fantastic viewpoint in the city, your camera will witness all the exploding visuals caused by this event—fireworks unlike any you’ve seen before, all set against the backdrop of the bridges and buildings of Montreal.

The Montreal Botanical Garden, one of the world's largest and most renowned, will give you a chance to fill your flourishing summer season amid the Garden's collection of 22,000 plant species and cultivars, 10 exhibition greenhouses, and some thirty thematic gardens. You'll notice the reflection of the city's cultural diversity as you travel from the Chinese Garden to the heart of the Sonoran desert, then onto the tranquil oasis of the Japanese Garden to the classically landscaped French garden.What better way to get a “lensful” of Montreal than from aboard a boat cruise in the adjacent St. Lawrence River? You’ll be afforded magnificent views of the Jacques-Cartier Bridge, the city shoreline and the islands of Boucherville. Here is your chance to create stunning images of the Montreal skyline in all its glory.

Wrap up your journey at Mont Royal Park, Montreal’s most beloved park space that affords scenes of tranquil resident life and some of the best views of the city (its highest point is located here). By the time you leave Montreal, you’ll know you truly felt the “joie de vivre” of this vibrant metropolis, and the photos you take away will speak of the unique sights this amazing locale has to offer.

Japplis Photo Editor Offers More Than 100 Effects

From http://cameras.about.com/b/2009/04/21/japplis-photo-editor-offers-more-than-100-effects.htm A new Web-based Java software package from Japplis, called Japplis Online Effects, gives photographers an easy-to-use method for applying cool effects to their images for free.
The software gives photographers more than 100 effects, including blur, mirror (shown here), black and white, and superimposed text.

Bobbi Lane Workshops

To my friends who are members of the New England Camera Clubs, the Bobbi Lane Workshops grants a discount of 10% for any workshop!

Spring greetings! I hope you are all enjoying the beginning of spring flowers and warmer weather. Well, except those of you in So. Cal. with the 90+ degrees!

The Bobbi Lane Workshops are expanding to include some specially invited guest instructors. All of the teachers are professional photographers who are also excellent educators. Those of you who know me understand that I am only interested in providing the highest level of experience in the photo workshops, so I've hand-picked these people to lead workshops that will give you more options in photo education that just what I can teach!

The next one scheduled is Robert Meyer's Fashion and Beauty on May 2 and 3, at the Third Rail Studio in Fairfield, CT. http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Fashion_and_Beauty.html
This exciting and highly energized workshop on fashion photography is a must have to refine your photographic vision. Robert will give you a solid foundation in lighting, enabling you to achieve your own style. He will show you lighting set-ups, styling tips and how to work to conceive the shot to help you accomplish the believable image. This information can easily be utilized in all your photographic endeavors. There is lots of shooting in this workshop with models in the studio and on location. Robert and I have taught together at UCLA Extension in LA, and here at ICP and he's a fantastic teacher.

Next up are two one day workshops with Carol Dragon.
Master Your Digital SLR May 9 in Wilton, CT.
http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Mastering_Your_DSLR.html
Carol truly loves photography and she is great at inspiring and helping the emerging photographer grasp foundation skills and creativity, too! This one has lectures, demos and shooting time with her patient and caring supervision. Carol teaches at ICP, Gulf Photo Plus in Dubai, and in Italy.

Adobe Camera RAW is May 10 in Wilton, CT.
http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Adobe_Camera_RAW.html
This workshop is for photographers at any level of experience and helps you find the power and depth of using ACR to process your images. RAW is far superior to JPEG and gives you a much greater control and quality to the digital file, so you can enhance the impact of your image!

The following weekend, May 16 and 17, there are two great instructors and workshops to pick from. First up is the talented and passionate photographer/educator David Wells with his incredible workshop, Light Studies, which explores the light and atmosphere of different places, held in Wilton, CT. http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Light_Studies.html
The workshop consists of lectures, demos, lots of shooting time, critiques and examination of other Master Photographers' work. David has received Fulbright and other fellowships and is widely published and exhibited. David teaches everywhere! We met at the Maine Workshops and recognized each other's passion for education. Light Studies is his legendary class and this is a great opportunity to experience a fulfilling weekend with him.

The same weekend is the incredibly creative Pauline St. Denis teaching Wedding Photography at Third Rail Studios in Fairfield, CT.
http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Wedding_Photography.html
Pauline shoots fashion and lifestyle for editorial, stock and advertising and brings all of those sensibilities to her wedding work. This workshop is about using all of your insight and techniques to tell the brilliant story of the wedding. She will show you a variety of lighting techniques, from studio to natural, portable flash to dragging the shutter, and how to capture the emotion and impact of a couple's magical day. The workshop will be lecture, demos and lots of shooting with models. Pauline and I worked together as portfolio reviewers at the Hallmark Institute of Photography and she's been teaching successful and fun one day workshops for B & H.

Next up is my all time favorite workshop, Portraits Unplugged, May 30 and 31 in Wilton, CT. (No, it's not Memorial Day, that's the weekend before!)
http://www.bobbilane.com/wkshop_bl_unplugged.html
We are learning to "see" the light,and how it defines and affects our subjects, using only natural light with windows, shade, backlighting and bounce. The only manipulation we do is with reflectors and diffusers, so this is not a "tech" class. It's about discovering the beauty of available light and how to place your subjects in it for the most flattering looks. I'll be showing images, doing demos and lots of shooting with models on both days. This is a great and fun workshop and the only other place I teach it is in Santa Fe as a week long. Don't miss it!

June 13 and 14 I'm proud to present the legendary Bill Sumner teaching Travel Photography in Wilton, CT. http://www.bobbilane.com/Wrkshps_Travel_Photography.html
Bill is one of the most brilliant photographers I know with a keen sense of color, design and story telling. This class is designed to help the photographer recreate the essence of visiting a new location with landscapes, people, and objects so that the visuals help bring the experience alive. Bill is a dynamic teacher and helps each individual find their personal voice and style in their photography. Bill was my mentor after photography school and has helped many emerging photographers on their path. This will truly be a memorable and rewarding weekend workshop!

I also want to remind you that I teach at other places, too! I have a workshop this weekend in Los Angeles at the Julia Dean Workshop, April 24-26. Portrait Lighting Intensive http://www.ssreg.com/juliadean/classes/classes.asp?courseid=9732&catid=1803
This is all about using the strobe lights in the studio to create flattering and effective portraits. We cover lighting techniques, posing and making images with meaning. There are still spaces available!

This summer I will be teaching at the Maine Workshops for two weeks, both designed for those with little or no lighting experience.
Studio Fundamentals is June 21-27 http://www.theworkshops.com/catalog/courses/coursepage.asp?CourseID=2296&SchoolID=20&CatID=193
Intro to Portraits in June 28 to July 4. http://www.theworkshops.com/catalog/courses/coursepage.asp?CourseID=2328&SchoolID=20&CatID=193

Mid July is a new venture, The CT Photo Workshops in Tunxis, CT July 12-18. I'm teaching Portraits: Studio and Location
http://tunxis.commnet.edu/ctphoto/index/courses/id,Portraits-Studio-and-Location/
These new workshops have something different to offer. Although you have one primary focus and instructor for the week, you will also get to experience some time with the other teachers in related fields. For example, you may have some time in the computer lab learning about skin retouching while taking my portrait workshop.

The last week of July, I'm happy to back in Santa Fe teaching People and Places, July 26-August 1. http://www.santafeworkshops.com/workshops/calendar-detail.php?workshop=360
This is a new workshop and we'll cover both landscape photography and portraits on location. The scenery around Santa Fe is outstanding with so many different types of landscapes. The same can be said for the people, with a wide range of personalities and talents. We will explore the area finding great spots and interesting people.

Also with Santa Fe I will be going to San Miguel De Allende Oct. 25 -Nov. 1 for the Mexican version of Portraits Unplugged!
http://www.santafeworkshops.com/workshops/calendar-detail.php?workshop=408
I'm so excited about this, both for the beautiful location and also that we will be there for Halloween/Day of the Dead! This is sure to be a blast!

I have the info for the new weekend photo workshops listed on the website with full descriptions of each. http://www.bobbilane.com/workshops.html

Whew, that's all for now. I'm working on getting the schedule for the rest of the summer. If you have suggestions for workshops you would like, drop me a line.

Please let me know if you have any questions. Take care and happy shooting!
Bobbi

Bobbi Lane Photography
www.bobbilane.com
203-227-8482
APA, EP, WIPI, SPE

Presets - Better Black and Whites

Presets - Better Black and Whites
from Matt Kloskowski

Matt's presets for black and white photos...
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For sale Canon EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera Body

Please note the following item for sale:

Canon EOS 5D Digital SLR Camera Body, 12.8 Megapixels, Interchangeable Lens Camera
Price: $1,100
Includes:
* Camera body
* (2) BP-511A Lithium-Ion Batteries
* Battery Charger
* USB Cable
* Video Cable
* Body Cap
* Neck Strap
* EOS Digital Solutions CD-ROM
* User's Guide

If anyone is interested in upgrading to a Canon SLR camera with a full-frame sensor, the Canon EOS 5D has a proven reputation for excellent performance. This is an amazing camera that I have thoroughly enjoyed using and it has given me great results... While most SLR cameras on the market have sensors with a 'crop-factor,' a full-frame sensor is the same size as 35mm film,
allowing one to thereby take full advantage of lens optics. For example, a 28mm wide angle lens will work as a full 28mm lens, taking total advantage of its wide reach. For landscapes, architecture, portraits, macro images, and many other types of photography, this is certainly an attribute.
This camera presently sells new at $1,999 by Adorama and Amazon. Used models generally sell for between $1,200 and $1,800. My camera is in excellent condition and I am selling it for $1,100. I am interested in upgrading to the 5D MkII, thus the sale of my present model will help me to spend the extra bucks for the new model ($2,700).

If anyone is interested, please contact me at fellnervisions@sbcglobal.net or call me at:
office: 860-345-7558 (day) home: 860-873-1474 (night) George Fellner
www.georgefellnerphotography.com

P.S. The Canon EOS 5D Camera has the following features:
Full frame CMOS sensor offering 1:1 lens conversion and capturing detailed 12.8 Megapixel images
DiG!C II image processor for lightening quick response, low image noise with natural color
High speed 9-point wide-area AF and 3 fps continuous shooting for up to 60 frames in a burst
Super tough and light weight magnesium alloy body providing exceptional durability
Compatible with the range of over 50 Canon EF lenses and EX-series Speedlites
Complete Creative Control
35-zone metering with options including Evaluative, Partial, Spot and Center-weighted Average
Selectable ISO from 100-1600 with ISO expansion to ISO 50-3,200 via Custom Function
White Balance control including Auto, Preset, Custom, Color Temperature, Correction and Bracketing
Picture Style settings for simpler image color control & consistency offering 6 preset looks including Standard, Portrait, Landscape, Neutral, Faithful & Monochrome plus 3 User Defined settings
Advanced features
High speed 9-point AF with 6 additional Assist Points for even
greater high speed focus accuracy
High speed shutter with 1/8000 sec shutter speed and 1/200 sec flash synchronization
Critically accurate E-TTL II flash metering for high flash exposure consistency and accuracy
21 Custom Functions with 57 settings
Large 2.5 inch LCD monitor and USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface enabling high speed image transfer
Huge Range of Standard Accessories

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