Grace
02-26-2009, 10:26 AM
Photography is often thought of as a technical art, but the art of photography is more than pixels, lenses, and bodies. This class will examine those non-technical aspects of the art including composition, color, nuance, gesture, light, and more.
Even more than that, we examine many different types of photographers to see what threads they have in common, as well as where they differ. Each class is unique and each participant brings a new viewpoint to the discussion.
Overall, we are seeking the answer to the question, "What make a stunning photo?"
Session One: Light, History, and Design :: In this class we begin by taking a look at light, and how we as photographers use it to reveal what we see. We also begin to look the history of photography, and how it is applicable to us today. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on the basic principals of design, how these are applied to photography, and what four things make up every photographic image.
Session Two: Critique, Depth, and Agenda :: In this session, we discuss how it is that we can evaluate a photograph, and by what system and merit can we judge it. We get beyond, "I like that...because" and start to identify what is in a photograph that we can relate to and appriciate. We also examine what is meant by "Depth" in a photograph. What makes an Ansel Adams print different than a snapshot, and by what methods can we as photographers control the how deep our images resonate with our audience. Finally, we touch on the basic imprint that each photographer lends to their work. This is their style, though I refer to it as an "Agenda." We leave a legacy of ourselves in each photograph even when we have no intention of doing so.
Session Three: The Current State and Legacy of Photography :: This wide ranging class covers how photography fits into our lives and how we as photographers contribute to the tidal mass of the arts. We also discuss what photography might look like in 50 years. We wrap up with an in depth look at all we have covered and how it relates to our "Vision."
The class includes critiques, readings, video presentations, slides, discussions, and much more. If I could teach only one class, this would be the one! Class size is limited, so sign up soon!
Link for More Info: http://tommaddrey.com/consulting/workshops/details1.php?ID=43
Thanks!
Tom
Even more than that, we examine many different types of photographers to see what threads they have in common, as well as where they differ. Each class is unique and each participant brings a new viewpoint to the discussion.
Overall, we are seeking the answer to the question, "What make a stunning photo?"
Session One: Light, History, and Design :: In this class we begin by taking a look at light, and how we as photographers use it to reveal what we see. We also begin to look the history of photography, and how it is applicable to us today. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on the basic principals of design, how these are applied to photography, and what four things make up every photographic image.
Session Two: Critique, Depth, and Agenda :: In this session, we discuss how it is that we can evaluate a photograph, and by what system and merit can we judge it. We get beyond, "I like that...because" and start to identify what is in a photograph that we can relate to and appriciate. We also examine what is meant by "Depth" in a photograph. What makes an Ansel Adams print different than a snapshot, and by what methods can we as photographers control the how deep our images resonate with our audience. Finally, we touch on the basic imprint that each photographer lends to their work. This is their style, though I refer to it as an "Agenda." We leave a legacy of ourselves in each photograph even when we have no intention of doing so.
Session Three: The Current State and Legacy of Photography :: This wide ranging class covers how photography fits into our lives and how we as photographers contribute to the tidal mass of the arts. We also discuss what photography might look like in 50 years. We wrap up with an in depth look at all we have covered and how it relates to our "Vision."
The class includes critiques, readings, video presentations, slides, discussions, and much more. If I could teach only one class, this would be the one! Class size is limited, so sign up soon!
Link for More Info: http://tommaddrey.com/consulting/workshops/details1.php?ID=43
Thanks!
Tom