April 4 – 7 2019 | NYC

New York City screams “URBAN” more than any other city core in North America. Whether it is an inner city streetscape, some of the tallest and most iconic buildings in the world, a compelling city scape, one of the world’s most urban parks, or the potential for street photography and building details, both modern and heritage that are unequalled, New York has it all!

In this workshop, Sharon will be teaching her Photoshop post processing techniques during hands on post processing sessions. Therefore, for optimal results, it is recommended that participants have basic knowledge of Layers, Masks and Selections in Photoshop. 

**If you feel that you would like to learn basic Photoshop or just brush up on your skills, please consider registering to the Photoshop Add-On that will be taught on April 4th. It will provide all the background Photoshop knowledge you will need in order to get the maximum benefit from the workshop.

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Course Itinerary

*Limited to 12 Participants For Maximum Personal Attention*

DAY 1:  FRIDAY APRIL 5

Day 1 of the workshop will be divided between classroom sessions in the first half of the day to field shooting during the second half.  

• Even though you will not need your computer for Day 1, you will need it for Day 2, so please bring it with you to leave in the classroom as we will be starting Day 2 from the field shooting.
• We will be heading out to shoot on Day 1 from the classroom, please bring your shooting gear with you in the morning. 

9:00 – 10:00 – Introductions

10:00 – 11:00 – Classroom Session: ‘What is Fine Art?’

How did the concept of Art start (an historic overview), what differentiates an image as ‘Art’ as opposed to ordinary? And, how you can use these tools to create artistic photographs. 

11:00 – 12:00 – Classroom Session: ‘Seeing Lines’

How to pre-visualize a scene into simple lines and shapes.  How to implement your vision with Photoshop tools through lighting and gradients.

12:00 – 1:00pm – Lunch on your own

1:00 – 2:30 – Classroom Session: Long Exposure Photography 

The principles of Long Exposure and how it relates to Architectural Photography as Fine Art.  Post processing examples of combining multiple images to increase tonal range and content for artistic expression. (combining Long Exposure with Still Images). 

2:30 – 3:00 – Architectural Abstract Photography as Fine Art 

3:00 – 3:30 Shooting Instructions for Day 2

3:30 – 7:30 – Group Field Photography – Skyline from New Jersey

DAY 2:  SATURDAY APRIL 6

During Day 2 of the workshop we will be learning post processing techniques. You are encouraged to bring a laptop so you can practice and implement post processing tools and skills.

6:00 – 1:00 – Sunrise Field Photography Brooklyn Bridge Park and Financial District (primarily World Trade One and Oculus)

We will spend the morning out photographing on location with ‘in-field’ guidance from Sharon.  Please note that this morning will require some walking on the Brooklyn side.

1:00 – 2:30 – Classroom Session: Post Processing: Creating Reflections

(with hands on practice)

2:30 – 3:00 Break

3:00 – 4:30 – Classroom Session: Post Processing: Replacing Skies

(with hands on practice)

DAY 3:  SUNDAY APRIL 7

Day 3 of the workshop will be spent entirely in the classroom.  During this day, we will be continuing to learn more Photoshop techniques as well as going over student images (past portfolios or present ones taken during the workshop). 

9:00 – 10:30 – Classroom Session: Post Processing: Mastering the Pen Tool

(with hands on practice)

10:30 – 5:00 – Classroom Session: Portfolio / Image Reviews

Image reviews while demonstrating post processing techniques.

5:00 – Dispersal and good-bye hugs

PORTFOLIO REVIEWS

• If you desire an image review on Sunday, please bring 6 (or less) digital files on a memory stick.
• The images can be those recorded during the workshop, or you can submit completed works you would like Sharon to evaluate.
• Both original unedited RAW files and/or processed files are welcomed.

 

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April 4th Photoshop Add-On

*Limited to 12 Participants For Maximum Personal Attention*

The perfect 6 hour workshop to introduce you to the fundamentals of Photoshop. By the time you start the Photography Workshop, you will be up to speed and will gain maximum benefit from the Post Processing techniques.

For more details on the photoshop add-on portion of this workshop click here.

 

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REGISTER HERE