Programs

In her presentation, Kristi will discuss things related to bird and wildlife photography, from lenses to camera choices, autofocus settings, getting great shots, and how to do it ethically. She will talk about gear, behavior (the wildlife as well as our own), and respect. For instance, how close is too close? How do you know […]

While a great light display can lead to attractive images, a good photographer does not rely on great light to create compelling images. From capturing energy and motion to the serene and surreal, Nikhil will talk about techniques and ideas that you can use to create dynamic images. Nikhil will also give you insights into […]

The Fine Art of Black & White Photography Dive in to a fine art approach to black and white photography through visualization and light. We will talk about how to approach your subject differently, to see light and shadow as you refine your composition and provide techniques to help you find your inner artist. We […]

RAISE THE BAR - Take your Nature and Wildlife Photography to New Heights If you want to improve your Nature and Wildlife photography, this is the program for you! We all want our images to be distinctive, different from the rest, and visually appealing. This presentation will give you some ways to do just that. […]

The Process to Perfection This session is all about members' images! Lisa is always up for fun and creativity! This LIVE session will highlight techniques for processing YOUR images in a variety of ways from traditional to artistic, black-and-white, creative, and more. Members may *submit 1 image each and Lisa will process as many as […]

Are you bored with your photography? Or maybe you don’t feel like a creative person? Get a creative jolt from outdoor photographer/author Colleen Miniuk as she shares the story of how she transformed from a photographer who liked to take “pretty” pictures into a visual artist who now seeks to make personally meaningful visual expressions […]

Humans have been sharing stories since they first learned to speak. However, how we tell those stories has changed over time. We started by painting our stories on the walls of caves and then learned to write and paint and later invented photography and filmmaking. Story Telling at 24 Frames Per Second will cover the advantages, […]

In this presentation, professional photographer and workshop leader David W. Shaw will discuss how knowledge of your subject can play a vital role in creating a successful image. Drawing on his years as a wildlife biologist, Dave will discuss how understanding your subject will allow you to create more compelling images of landscape and wildlife.  […]

Join commercial and editorial photographer Jennifer Pottheiser as she tackles the subject most valuable to all of us as photographers―the business of photography, Photo Biz 101. Jen will share stories and best practices from a lifetime in the industry to help get the work and images you want. The program is appropriate for all levels […]

TONE THEORY―The Principles of Tone Description: You've seen them, those images that make your jaw drop and leave you speechless.  They pull you in, you are captivated by them, and can't stop looking at them.  They leave a plethora of emotions swirling around in your brain and you just can't stop thinking about them.  But […]