July 19, 2022 Zoom Classroom Workshop: 6:30-9:30 PM Alaska Time. The Photography Essentials Workshop is designed for aspiring photographers who desire to get comfortable with the fundamentals of photography. Come join us and start capturing imagery with confidence in manual mode! Aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual. You will learn the intricacies of these topics and more.
July 21, 2022 Field Workshop: The Field Workshop begins at 6:30 PM in a field location in the Anchorage area. The group will meet at a pre-determined location to photograph landscapes and/or wildlife, to build on skills learned during the classroom portion. Ground transportation will not be provided, so participants are encouraged to carpool as much as practical — the exact location will be determined during the classroom workshop. Anticipate shooting through about 8:30 PM.
Payment: Full payment is due up front to secure your seat.
Cancellation Policy: If you must cancel participation in the workshop, a full refund (less 5% fee) is available if cancellation is made 30+ days prior to the workshop. Cancellations received less than 30 days prior to workshop will forfeit all fees; however Southwest Secrets may choose at its discretion to apply some of the amount paid to a future workshop, particularly if we are able to fill your seat.
Workshop Cancellation: In the rare event the workshop must be cancelled (such as due to building logistics or workshop host travel problems), you will receive the option of a 100% refund or a credit with Wilderness Photo Workshops or Southwest Secrets for a future workshop.
Photography Essentials
July 19 & 21, 2022 (2 Sessions)
Zoom Classroom & Field Workshop
Anchorage, Alaska
Join Wilderness Photographer, Chad Dutson, for a Zoom classroom and field workshop in Anchorage, Alaska.
All participants attend both sessions:
+ Zoom Classroom Workshop July 19 6:30-9:30 PM
+ Field Workshop 6:30-8:30 PM.
The workshop is limited to 12 participants. Register now to lock in your registration!
Zoom Classroom Workshop
July 19, 2022 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.
Limited to a maximum of 12 participants.
(Zoom session link will be emailed to you after registration)
Field Workshop
July 21, 2022 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Field Workshop limited to a maximum of 12 participants.
Itinerary
== Tuesday, July 19 ==
ZOOM CLASSROOM WORKSHOP
6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Presentation: “Moments in Nature”
Instruction: “It’s All About the Light”
Instruction: “The Gear"
Instruction: “The Three Elements”
Instruction: “Composition”
== Saturday, April 13 ==
FIELD WORKSHOP
6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Meet at pre-determined field location
Field Application
Instruction: “Field Critiques”
Classroom Workshop Feature:
“Moments in Nature”
A presentation of select adventures Chad experienced while capturing landscapes and wildlife imagery. Scenes caught in lightning storms, on cliff ledges, and during face-to-face encounters with bears are among the highlights. The focus of the presentation is to share nature experiences and educate about lessons-learned.
Photography Instruction
Chad will teach you the fundamentals of photography to help you feel comfortable in using manual mode: ISO, shutter speed, aperture. Feel confident in understanding the balanced use of each. Often heard is the saying that “photography is not about capturing an image, it is about making an image.” By focusing on understanding the fundamentals of light, composition, and camera settings, you will become confident with your photography skills.
Field Workshop
The group will use their personal vehicles to meet the group at a pre-determined nature location to photograph landscapes and/or wildlife. Chad will provide field critiques during and after the workshop.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is included for the Workshop price?
+ Zoom Classroom Workshop (July 19).
+ Field Workshop Instruction & Critiques (21). Note: ground transportation is not provided. Group carpooling is recommended.
What is not included in the Workshop price?
+ Transportation to/from the Field Workshop.
+ Gratuities for your instructor, if desired.
What camera equipment should I bring to the Classroom Workshop?
+ Your camera and at least one lens.
+ Your camera manual (either paper or electronic), in case you have camera-specific questions.
What camera equipment should I bring to the Field Workshop?
Everything listed above, in addition to a tripod, if desired. You may want to bring an extra lens or two, too.