Photoshop Foundation, with Emphasis on B&W Photography
by John Campbell
In this presentation John will walk you through Photoshop Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop. He will explain some fundamental workspace preferences to help you become more efficient with your workflow. He will share his favorite tips, keyboard shortcuts and the power of adjustment layers.
In the second part of the presentation John will demonstrate his process of converting raw images to black and white, with a meticulous sequence of adjusting and bringing the image to life.
This program is for anyone with Basic to Intermediate Photoshop Skill levels, but even Advanced Users will obtain valuable information to enhance their post processing knowledge base.
Bring your laptop if you wish to follow along but sample images and recording of the presentation will be provided to all participants.
Register early as space is limited.
Members are free. Guests must register and pay in advance. Register early for a discount. No refunds or onsite registration.
ABOUT JOHN CAMPBELL
Photography is my calling, my profession, and the thing that will undoubtedly drive me crazy someday. I don’t photograph subjects. I photograph the way they make me feel. Admittedly, it’s a bit of a strange concept. But it’s true and it’s the best way to describe my approach to photography. I question every image I shoot. I assume perfection is impossible but I strive for perfection in every picture. If this is all you ever know about me, it’s enough to say you know me very, very well.
I have been involved with photography for over fifty years. As a young boy, I was fascinated by the images from National Geographic, Life, Look, etc. As a student at the University of Michigan, majoring in Biology, I added nature to my photographic repertoire. Upon graduation I became a high school Biology teacher but continued my interest in photography. In my early days of working in the dark room, I learned the zone system, processed 4x5 negatives and basically learned the mechanics of the dark room and the “perfect photo”. During this period of time, I felt my photography had leveled off when by coincidence I began to dabble in fine art black and white photography. Finally, the pieces of the puzzle were fitting in place. I studied photography with Monte Nagler, Howard Bond and have taken numerous photo workshops. I continue to teach photography at Schoolcraft College.
I have traveled to all 50 states and Italy, Greece, Scotland, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Netherlands, Belgium, Poland, Czech Republic, England and Cuba to capture images. My new experiences help me to perfect my photo vision, while reminding me of the importance of carrying my camera with humor, compassion and curiosity.
"The camera is the least important element in photography." -Julius Shulman
The following images are displayed as BEFORE and AFTER:
DPPA with event sponsor Camera Exchange.
What to Expect:
Explore a wide selection of film and digital cameras. Discover lenses, lighting equipment, tripods, stands, backdrops, props and accessories.
Have lots of gear to sell? Rent a table. Space is limited so reserve your table soon. Need more space rent multiple.
For more information or to reserve a table, contact: [info@dppa.net]
Evening Presentation:
MASTERING COMPELLING IMAGES FOR CLIENTS AND COMPETITION, with CARL CAYLOR
When we view a flat piece of paper, drawing, photograph or painting; we see things differently than in actual life. This program is going to show how we can use cognitive concepts to create images that people will find powerful and balanced. Yes, I will discuss the importance of image competition and how to use the experience as an educational tool. We will talk about light, composition, color harmony and much more. You will see many examples and hear analogies that help us to remember the concepts we discuss together. I will share darkroom and post processing skills as well as many frequently seen mistakes and how to avoid or fix them. After this program, you will hear a little voice in your head each time you look through your camera. You will listen to this voice and make powerful decisions when creating for you or your guests.
A few nuggets to expect:
Psychology of the portrait process
Choosing the right light… quality and quantity
Composition and balance
The Math and the Art
Custom print preparation concepts
Register early. Space is limited. Attendees must register and pay in advance. No refunds or onsite registration.
ABOUT CARL CAYLOR: PPA Certified, MPhotog., Cr, F-WPPA, Hon.F-WPPA, WPPA HOF, F-ASP, IPC Juror
Carl is a down-to-earth, portrait photographer and photographic instructor. He has been involved with professional photography for over 30 years. He started his photographic career as a custom printer and technician and now covers a gamut of photographic assignments including portrait, wedding, commercial, environmental and photojournalism. He is PPA certified, a master photographer, a craftsman with Professional Photographers of America and an international juror. Carl is one of 129 photographers to earn the ASP-Fellowship. He has won numerous national awards for his photography, including 29 PPA Loan Collections and several Kodak Gallery, Fuji Masterpiece and Lexjet Awards.
Carl is the author of the book “Portraiture Unplugged” a guide to natural light portraits and is one of the most sought-after instructors in the country because of his "hands-on" coaching approach. He enjoys sharing what he has learned so far in his journey. Carl’s greatest strength in our industry is his ability to see what skills others already possess and how to break down concepts on a personal level to help advance those skills further. Carl is happiest when he can help other artists succeed and witness growth in the footsteps of our industry.
PPA Merit Class: Don't Miss This Special Event!
CREATING BETWEEN LIGHT AND SHADOW - A "HANDS-ON" PORTRAIT WORKSHOP
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
1:00 - 2:30 pm Lunch
2:30 - 6:00 pm
CREATING BETWEEN LIGHT AND SHADOW
- A “hands-on” portrait workshop.
In today’s world, we should be able to create an image for anyone, anywhere. This “hands-on” program will confirm the vision of light you already have and then bring that vision to much greater levels so that you can work in any situation. You will learn to see light in its natural form as well as how to merge artificial light within a scene. You will learn more about composition, creation of depth and the psychology of portraiture that will allow you to go from everyday simple portrait work to ridiculous concepts that will only be limited by your own creativity.
This is a VERY HANDS-ON class. The objective is not just to introduce you to new concepts, but to train you thoroughly. When you get home you will not “maybe try the new skills soon…” you will continue to do it.
Since this is a full service class beginning with visualizing and ending with a salable print, I will also share workflow and digital darkroom work to take the “good image” created in your camera, to a great image ready to print. I look forward to coaching you to new levels of your art.
Annual Awards Ceremony
Please join us at Fork n' Pint for an evening of fellowship and celebration! Catch up with old friends and meet new members, while looking forward to the upcoming membership year.
6:30 Festivities Begin
7:00 Dinner (cash bar available)
8:00 General Membership Meeting and Awards Ceremony
Meet the newly appointed 2024 DPPA executive board and directors.
Show your support for fellow members as they receive service and competition awards, including the 2024 Photographer of the Year!
Everyone must be registered to attend. Registration ends after June 7th. No walk-ins or late registration.
