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instructor index the places photography takes us Tanzania, Oaxaca, Bhutan, Peru, Oregon, Route 66, Central Park, and Santa Fe are some of the breathtaking places photography is taking us this year. With our camera as our passport and adventure in our dreams, we head off to explore the world and its amazing places with eyes fine-tuned to make images. Our passion for photography encourages us to go places, to wander, to experience, and to see the land, people and culture in a way not possible without a camera. Over the years, I have been lucky enough to take part in several of our Around The World educational programs that promote cultural exchange and people-to-people interaction. My resulting images, mostly portraits, reveal the character and heart of the people I encountered. The process of creating a portrait and the resulting personal exchange enabled me to learn more about their lives. One lovely encounter with Marta and her granddaughter resulted in a portrait I am proud of. This connection would not have been possible without a camera around my neck. Photography takes us to places and it also reveals these places to us. The camera is a wonderful instrument of discovery and understanding. It connects us to the people and events we encounter and engage in the photographic process. The camera can also turn itself around and provide insights into who we are and how we see the world. I learn about myself when I make images. You can, too. The camera is an amazing tool! This year, make a pledge to let photography take you to places unseen and worlds undiscovered, be it a far-flung destination or your back yard. With all good wishes,

Sam Abell. ...................................................................... 52, 54 Rick Allred.................................... 24, 32, 54, 60, 62, 65 Syl Arena................................................................................. 20 Carrie Beene......................................................................... 26 Leah Bendavid-Val............................................................ 54 Allen Birnbach..................................................................... 36 Tony Bonanno.............................................................. 32, 61 Kate Breakey........................................................................ 52 Chris Buck..............................................................................15 Cathy Maier Callanan......................................................15 Keith Carter.......................................................................... 21 Jennifer Clasen.................................................................... 30 Norm Clasen. ....................................................................... 30 Tony Corbell................................................................. 19, 55 Michael Crouser................................................................. 14 George DeWolfe......................................................... 44, 45 Paul Elledge.......................................................................... 38 Jill Enfield.............................................................................. 27 Blue Fier.................................................................................. 44 Renie Haiduk....................................................................... 70 David Halpern............................................................. 43, 57 Cig Harvey............................................................................. 10 Susan Hayre.......................................................................... 61 Ryan Heffernan. ................................................................. 27 Greg Heisler.......................................................................... 53 Jennifer B. Hudson........................................................... 37 Christopher James............................................. 10, 14, 21 David Michael Kennedy................................................ 29 Sean Kernan.......................................................................... 35 Karen Kuehn......................................................................... 28 Bobbi Lane............................................................................ 25 Sarah Meghan Lee............................................................ 36 Norah Levine....................................................................... 33 Michael Long....................................................................... 50 Dottie Lopez........................................................ 42, 57, 62 Kurt Markus...........................................................................11 Norman Mauskopf. ........................................................... 31 Jock McDonald. .................................................................. 45 Julien McRoberts............................................................... 47 Douglas Merriam............................................................... 25 Arthur Meyerson.........................................................13, 53 David Middleton........................................................ 64, 67 Cotton Miller....................................................................... 28 Paul Mobley.......................................................................... 34 Marc Muench....................................................................... 50 Elizabeth Opalenik. ......................................................... 18 Leasha Overturf................................................................. 38 Scott Pasfield.......................................................................... 9 Chris Rainier........................................................................ 12 David Samuel Robbins........................................... 65, 69 David Robin.......................................................................... 26 Jim Richardson.................................................................... 16 Bob Sacha................................................................................17 Eddie Soloway. .................................... 19, 39, 51, 63, 68 Andrew Southam. .............................................................. 31 Jerry Spagnoli....................................................................... 29 Jennifer Spelman........................................13, 47, 56, 70 Jeremy Sutton...................................................................... 58 Carlan Tapp. ..........................................................................17 David X. Tejada.................................................................. 37 Amber Terranova. .............................................................. 37 Alan M. Thornton. .............................................................11 Raul Touzon.................................................................. 33, 69 Will Van Beckum. ...................................................... 43, 60 Linde Waidhofer................................................................. 51 Michael Webb...................................................................... 35 John Weiss..............................................................39, 64, 66 Janice Wendt. .......................................................................... 9 Nevada Wier................................................................. 46, 56 Todd H. Williams.............................................................. 24 Josh Withers.......................................................................... 18 Francesca Yorke. ............................................................8, 42

REID CALLANAN, Director, Santa Fe Photographic Workshops

table of contents workshops in santa fe Summer Calendar.............................................................................................................................................................. 4 Fall Calendar. ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5 Descriptions................................................................................................................................................................... 8-62

workshops around the world Descriptions................................................................................................................................................................ 63-70

mentorship program Overview.................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

general information Registration Policies.......................................................................................................................................................71 Meals and Accommodations. ........................................................................................................................... 71-72 Overview of Skills and Experience............................................................................................................. 72-73 Portfolio Submission......................................................................................................................................................73 Digital Capture and Equipment. ..........................................................................................................................73 Discounts and Scholarships......................................................................................................................................74 Cancellations, Transfers, and Travel Insurance.........................................................................................74 Frequently Asked Questions...................................................................................................................................75 Educational Partners.....................................................................................................................................................76 Cover photo credit: © Ni Rong's "Sun Dance" image was in the top 100 for The Workshops SUMMER photo contest.

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JUNE June 1-3 NEW Intensive: Flowers Close Up Francesca Yorke page 8 JUNE 24-29 Lighting Portraits on Location Alan M. Thornton page 11

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June 4-8 NEW Portraits That Make a Difference Scott Pasfield page 9

June 11-15 NEW Nik Retouching Techniques: The Image Whisperer Janice Wendt page 9

The Color of Light Arthur Meyerson page 13

The Portrait: Finding Your Voice Kurt Markus page 11

The Personal Photographic Image Cig Harvey page 10

In Search of Spirit: Its Land and People Chris Rainier page 12

Basics of Digital Photography Jennifer Spelman page 13

Alternative Photographic Processes Christopher James page 10

Photographing People Cathy Maier Callanan page 15

Seeing Light Carlan Tapp page 17

NEW The National Geographic Assignment Jim Richardson page 16

Finding Your Voice as a Photographer Michael Crouser page 14

NEW Advanced Multimedia Storytelling Bob Sacha page 17

Wet Plate Collodion Christopher James page 14

NEW Crafting Dramatic Light on Location Syl Arena page 20

Imagining Paradise Keith Carter page 21

Imagination and Dreams Elizabeth Opalenik page 18

Eyes Wide Open Eddie Soloway page 19

Adobe Photoshop for Photographers Josh Withers page 18

Advanced Alternative Processes: Projects Christopher James page 21

NEW Learning to See in Santa Fe Todd H. Williams page 24

Portraits Unplugged Bobbi Lane page 25

NEW Building Your Career Amber Terranova and Ryan Heffernan page 27

NEW Photographing the Travel Magazine Assignment Douglas Merriam page 25

Basics of Digital Photography Rick Allred page 24

NEW Alternative Processes Portraits Jill Enfield page 27

NEW True Grit:

Mastering the Portrait Karen Kuehn page 28

NEW Discovering New Mexico: Its People and Landscape David M. Kennedy page 29

NEW The Art of Photographic Design Norman Mauskopf page 31

Experimental Digital Printmaking Cotton Miller page 28

The Daguerreotype: A Contemporary Approach Jerry Spagnoli page 29

A Northern New Mexico Photo Adventure Tony Bonanno page 32

The Creative Pet Portrait Norah Levine page 33

Sharpen Your Photographic Skills Raul Touzon page 33

Creativity and the Photographer Sean Kernan page 35

Workflow Essentials: Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop Rick Allred page 32

NEW Alternative

A Natural Eye: The Summer Landscape Eddie Soloway page 39

NEW The Modern Portrait in Blackand-White Paul Elledge and Leasha Overturf page 38

The Figure in the Western Landscape Allen Birnbach page 36

Beginning Photography Using Digital Cameras Sarah Meghan Lee page 36

August 24-26 Intensive: Adobe Lightroom Will Van Beckum page 43

August 27-31 Seeing in Black and White David Halpern page 43

JULY 1-6 The Surprising Portrait Chris Buck page 15 JULY 8-13 The Power of Light Tony Corbell page 19 JULY 15-20 NEW Lighting and

Retouching: Beauty David Robin and Carrie Beene page 26 JULY 22-27 The Fashion Portrait Andrew Southam page 31

Cowboy Country Norm Clasen and Jennifer Clasen page 30

JULY 29-AUG 3 People of Character: Capturing the Soul of Your Subject Paul Mobley page 34 AUGUST 5-10

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NEW Fine-Art Women’s Portraiture Jennifer B. Hudson page 37

NEW Corporate Photography and the Annual Report David X. Tejada page 37

AUGUST August 17-19 NEW Intensive: The Gardens of Santa Fe Francesca Yorke page 42

August 20-23 NEW Black-and-White Digital Infrared Photography Dottie Lopez page 42

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Processes for Educators Michael Webb page 35

Photographing People John Weiss page 39

The Workshops bi-monthly eNewsletter keeps you up to date and in the know. See www.santafeworkshops.com for details.

above: © Kent Deitemeyer right: © Jan Z. Cohen, © Byron Prinzmetal, © Chris Taylor

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SEPTEMBER September 1-3 Intensive: TimeLapse Photography Blue Fier page 44 SEPT. 23-28 NEW High Desert Light Marc Muench page 50

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September 7-9 Intensive: Authenticity and Creativity George DeWolfe page 44

September 10-14 The Black-andWhite Master Print George DeWolfe page 45

September 10-14 Exceptional Portraits Jock McDonald page 45

NEW The Language

NEW A Natural Eye Master Class: Finding Your Voice Eddie Soloway page 51

NEW Deeper into Landscape Linde Waidhofer page 51

of Landscapes Michael Long page 50

September 17-21 Creativity and Travel Photography Nevada Wier page 46

Part workshop, part festival, part seminarâ&#x20AC;&#x201D; our new program is structured to give you a uniquely

post-season

inspiring week-long learning experience. The Next Step Sam Abell page 52

NEW The Evocative Portrait Greg Heisler page 53

NEW The Color Moment Arthur Meyerson page 53

October 8-11

Light With Your Camera Flash Rick Allred page 54

October 8-11 NEW The Complete Nik Software Digital Workflow Tony Corbell page 55

October 12-14 NEW Intensive: Digital Infrared Nevada Wier page 56

October 16-21 NEW Four Corners: Capture to Print David Halpern page 57

October 22-26 NEW Composition and Light Dottie Lopez page 57

October 22-26 NEW Painting the Passion of Flamenco Jeremy Sutton page 58

October 29-November 2 Digital Workflow Essentials: Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop Rick Allred page 58

November 12-16 NEW Fine-Art Digital Printmaking Tony Bonanno page 61

November 27-29 Intensive: Blurb Bookmaking Susan Hayre page 61

october October 6-9 Writing for Photographers Leah Bendavid-Val and Sam Abell page 54 October 15-19 Basics of Digital Photography Jennifer Spelman page 56

NEW Seeing the

NOV / dec November 5-7 NEW Intensive: Final Cut Pro X Will Van Beckum page 60

September 18-22 Route 66 Photo Adventure: Capture to Print Julien McRoberts page 47

Join us for The Focus Series!

sept. 30-oct. 5 NEW The Hand-Colored Photographic Print Kate Breakey page 52

September 17-21 Basics of Digital Photography Jennifer Spelman page 47

November 9-11 Adobe Lightroom Intensive: Organizing and Enhancing Your Images Rick Allred page 60

Autumn in Northern New Mexico is a magical time of year. The landscape is awash with color, the air brisk, the light gently envelops, and Santa Fe is vibrant with special seasonal activities. Come during this magnificent season to hone your technical skills, refine your creative vision and expand your photographic horizons.

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Nov. 30-Dec. 2 Intensive: Adobe Photoshop for Photographers Dottie Lopez page 62

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mentorship program

Work one-on-one with world-renowned photographers

Mentorships Overview Learning from a master through an apprenticeship has been a valued tradition throughout history. Even today, many experts recommend working one-on-one with a mentor to accelerate one’s path to success. Designed for advanced amateur photographers and professionals, our Mentorship Program connects you with our talented photographer instructors —from anywhere in the world. A mentorship is often goal-oriented; it could focus on developing a business plan to start your photography career, building a stronger portfolio for graduate school, exhibiting in a gallery, printing in a magazine, publishing your book, or simply creating a memorable portfolio of personal images under the watchful eye of a photography master. Your mentor will champion your work—guiding and supporting your dreams and aspirations as a photographer.

Choosing a Mentorship

Making the decision to embark upon a mentorship to move your photography forward is a major decision. The first formal step is to speak with Reid Callanan, director of The Workshops. In addition to answering your questions, Reid will expect you to articulate your goals for a mentorship and to have reviewed the mentor biography’s on The Workshops web site. Together, you and Reid will decide if you are ready for a mentorship and which mentor(s) would fulfill your goals. You can contact Reid at (505) 983-1400, ext. 15.

Learn more about the program and our mentors by calling (505) 983-1400, or visiting mentors.santafeworkshops.com

Program Options Year-Long Mentorship 18 S e ssions

six-month Mentorship 8 S e ssions

single sessions A session is a 60-minute phone consultation.

Our eighteen Photographer Mentors Sam Abell Tony Corbell Jerry Courvoisier George DeWolfe Patrick Donehue Bobbi Lane Norman Mauskopf Arthur Meyerson David Middleton

Elizabeth Opalenik Eddie Soloway Jennifer Spelman Mary Virginia Swanson Carlan Tapp Alan M. Thornton Raul Touzon John Weiss Nevada Wier

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Francesca Yorke

NEW

Intensive: Flowers Close Up June 1-3

Explore new ways of finding, seeing, and making beautiful photographic images by discovering different methods of capturing the exquisite details of flowers and plants. By moving in close and revealing detail, you perceive new ways of creating the unique, individual, and personal renditions that are not always immediately obvious. We begin with visits to private gardens and a plant nursery to photograph in exterior daylight, studying, among other things, how to control or soften light in order to get the best results. Next, we photograph indoors using available light in a more controlled situation. Props, reflectors, and various backgrounds help to create mood and atmosphere. We review close-up flower images through a series of slideshows, exploring a number of artistic themes. In individual and group critiques led by Francesca, we examine composition, color, depth, and texture. Working both spontaneously and meticulously, we look at abstraction and how to interpret our subjects in multiple ways. Using an array of techniques, we master methods of enhancing and capturing the details in flowers and plants to bring forward intimate interpretations of form and result in truly creative photographs. This workshop is bound to inspire any and all interested in flowers, nature and the art of photography.

FRANCESCA YORKE, originally from the United Kingdom, now resides in Santa Fe. Her clients include Gardens Illustrated and a variety of national newspapers and Condé Nast publications. Francesca has over 30 book commissions including Nigella Bites and Going Organic. She was the art editor for a leading international photo agency, and the creative analyst for The Telegraph Color Library. Francesca’s personal work is wide ranging, from abstract flower portraits to black-and-white reportage. She also portrays the denizens of various contemporary subcultures such as rodeo performers and the world of extreme fighting. This is her fourth year teaching for The Workshops. Francesca’s web site is www.francescayorke.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475 FEES: $30 Materials

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Scott Pasfield

Portraits That Make a Difference

NEW

June 4-8

Everyone has dreams and passions. Harnessing them to create personal projects that make a difference in the world is one of the most rewarding things a photographer can do. In this workshop Scott encourages us to explore our own lives, in order to find purpose with our portraiture and turn our dreams into reality. Trust, compassion, empathy, and communication are so very important for engaging with subjects and putting them at ease. Scott explores how these qualities can be used to the photographer’s advantage in order to bring out the best in subjects, resulting in powerful portraits. Breaking down the barrier that exists between subject and photographer is addressed and put to the test through fun psychological exercises. Critical to making great portraits is the simplification of technique and lighting, to the point where it becomes second nature. Scott shares his simple lighting set-up and methods of combining strobe with natural light to enhance any environment. Participants photograph each other as well as interesting locals in the Santa Fe area. Daily critiques allow for room to learn, grow, and try new things. We delve into simple post processing in Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop and, because we’re operating out of The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab, everyone is given an opportunity to print their best portraits. Scott Pasfield’s work has appeared in numerous publications, from BlackBook to Fortune and POZ to Gotham. His clients include the Independent Film Channel, Time Inc., and the American Red Cross. With a background in architecture, Scott utilizes the interplay between space and subject to reveal new dimensions within each portrait. Combining a practiced eye and a relaxed attitude with a determination to develop meaningful projects, Scott is intent on making a difference through art. His first book, Gay in America, was released in September 2011 to great reviews and is creating an impact at libraries nationwide. This is Scott‘s second year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.scottpasfield.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow, manual mode on your digital SLR camera, and basic lighting skills Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $140 Model, Location, and Materials

Janice Wendt

Nik Software Retouching Techniques: The Image Whisperer

NEW

June 11-15

Have you ever wondered how to get the great images you envisioned when you captured them in your camera? Although the exposure, the lighting, and the framing seemed right, somehow the image on your computer monitor does not match what you saw and felt when you looked through the viewfinder. This hands-on workshop explores retouching techniques that empower your creative vision and bring back that “alive” feeling—the mood, the light, and all the nuances that first inspired you to capture the image. Using Adobe Photoshop, the full suite of Nik Software products, and Wacom tablets, Janice demonstrates new techniques that do away with tedious selections and endless steps, thereby saving many hours in front of the computer. Topics include getting the most out of your workflow, optimizing raw image files, noise reduction techniques, global adjustments versus targeted adjustments, and what working in black-and-white can teach you about image exposure and light. We also explore selective enhancements, bringing out detail, applying traditional techniques, creating black-and-white images from color capture, and developing a personal style through retouching. Step by step, Janice energizes and inspires you. Come learn to listen to your images and to see what is possible in the final steps of image enhancement. JANICE WENDT is one of the industry’s most respected retouch and image enhancement artists, one who “trains the trainers” on numerous techniques related to digital imaging. As an education and training manager at Nik Software, Janice instructs professionals across the country in all aspects of digital capture and digital workflow. Her practical approach to retouching features alternative, timesaving techniques for professional and beginning photographers alike. Janice is also a commercial and portrait photographer with more than 25 years of experience in film and digital photography. This is her fourth year teaching at The Workshops. SPONSORED BY: WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $995

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CHRISTOPHER JAMES

Alternative Photographic Processes June 24-29

Investigate an extensive menu of alternative photographic processes in this adventurous, hands-on workshop. Christopher welcomes creative people from all disciplines—especially those individuals who possess an active sense of humor. He encourages participants to jump-start their artistic energies by experimenting with a wide array of alternative and esoteric processes. The ultimate objective of this workshop is to reveal new options, restore creative energy, and inspire new directions for each participant’s unique vision and artistic growth. Among the processes we explore are cyanotype, cyanotype murals, kallitype, Argyrotype, salted paper, albumen, fumed silica albumen and Athentatype, gum bichromate, platinum / palladium, and Ziatype, as well as process combinations, and toning options for a variety of processes. Other topics include large-format pinhole photography, simplified digital negative production, paper preparation, and a survey of historical and contemporary alternative processes. For those looking for extended instruction and additional processes, consider combining this workshop with the “Wet Plate Collodion” workshop, July 1- 6, and/or the “Advanced Alternative Processes: Projects” workshop, July 8-13. © Cig Harvey

CIG HARVEY

The Personal Photographic Image June 24-29

The powerful medium of photography allows us to manifest our personal stories. Stories told through photographs can come from a place of joy or pain, and they may be truthful or fictitious; the only essential factor is that they be intensely felt by their maker. The challenge is to avoid the universal and clichéd and, by seeking out the specific and the personal, to discover the unique. Using metaphor and symbolism, participants photograph across many genres—the found and the constructed, the landscape, the still life, the portrait, and the self-portrait—in order to articulate their narratives visually. We devote the magical hours of early morning and late afternoon to making images so that our stories are told in beautiful light. The rest of the day is spent as a group in the classroom, writing, brainstorming picture ideas, critiquing images from the previous day, and viewing work by other artists who have used personal experience as a vehicle. Cig meets individually with each participant to discuss how to push his/ her work further and avoid repetition. Uncover the elements of your own story and learn how to make pictures that are, as Cig puts it, “about things not just of things.”

Christopher James is an internationally known artist and photographer whose paintings and alternative process images have been exhibited in galleries and museums in the U.S. and abroad. His work has shown in the Museum of Modern Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, George Eastman House, and Philadelphia Museum of Art. His book, The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes—the winner of The Golden Light Technical Book of the Year award—is recognized as the definitive reference text in alternative process image making. Previously at Harvard University, Christopher is presently at The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University, serving as director of the MFA in photography program, and chair of photography. This is Christopher’s ninth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.christopherjames-studio.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Familiarity with digital workflow and darkroom techniques helpful but not required; familiarity with traditional wet lab also helpful but not required TUITION*: $1,295 FEES: $320 Materials

Cig Harvey’s photographs have been exhibited in permanent collections of major museums, including the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, and the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography, in Rochester, New York. Cig was a recent finalist for the BMW Prize at Paris Photo and, in the spring of 2012, had her first solo museum show at the Stenersen Museum, in Oslo, in conjunction with the release of her monograph You Look At Me Like An Emergency. Cig is a full-time assistant professor of photography at the Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University. She is known for her high energy, optimism, and creative teaching style. This is her sixth year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.cigharvey.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $50 Location

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Alan M. Thornton

Lighting Portraits on Location June 24-29

Kurt Markus

The Portrait: Finding Your Voice June 24-29

A powerful portrait is a gift—an expression not only of the subject, but also of the photographer. The process is a dance, an endlessly fascinating exercise in give and take. Accordingly, the pathways to a powerful portrait are many. The question that the portrait photographer must answer: “Which path do I choose?” The goal of this workshop is to explore those paths. Will it be environmental? Intimate? Studio? And what of light? Is it found or produced? Is the portrait an absolute likeness or an impression? And what of the face? Is it necessary to show the face to define character, or might a silhouette, a fragment, or a torso suffice as a substitute? Is the photographer seeking spontaneity, a gesture, or movement? Kurt presents examples of successful portraits, culled from his extensive archive and from the files of photography legends such as Strand, Weston, and Evans, as well as contemporary masters. These presentations are followed by critiques from the day’s assignments and portfolio reviews. Emphasis is on active picture making with models, using simple lighting techniques in a variety of locations, indoors and out. The roads to a compelling portrait are many; join Kurt in Santa Fe and begin your journey.

Portraiture on location is a personally rewarding and challenging adventure, but one that at times is limited by the light that is available to you. This workshop brings the worlds of creative portraiture and technical control together, to demystify the technical side of using strobe lights, teach us how to meld it with available light, and open up new windows into creating portraits with your own look and feel. Through daily technical exercises and photography sessions, we explore and master the fundamental function and use of light, strobe lights and the various modifiers that help shape and create the effects we are looking for. Mornings are dedicated to reviewing the previous days accomplishments with an open creative critique to help boost our awareness of design, framing, posing, and use of lighting. To practice our new lighting skills and techniques, our afternoons take us out of the studio to some of the most unique and stunning locations in New Mexico. Of course, no portrait lighting class is complete without willing subjects and wonderful models to help us create stunning portraits. Every day promises to be event-filled and action-packed. We learn the various methods of portraiture, explore standard lighting techniques, appropriate lens choices, flattering posing, and even take a look at the psychology of location portrait photography. This highly rewarding week with Alan will surely take your portrait photography to new levels. ALAN M. THORNTON has been an advertising, editorial, and fine-art photographer for 16 years, working with various editorial publications in Boston and advertising clients including Hewlett Packard, Apple, John Deere, Land Rover, Nike, and TV Guide. One of Hewlett Packard’s Prestigious Photographers, he has also been an instructor for the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University in Massachusetts, and the Hallmark Institute of Photography. In his fine art and travel documentary work, Alan’s most recent project took him to Cambodia, where he spent the summer photographing survivors of the Khmer Rouge regime. This is Alan’s ninth year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.amtproductions.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $195 Model and Location

KURT MARKUS has made photographs for major publications, including Vanity Fair, GQ, and Rolling Stone, and done advertising campaigns for such clients as Armani, BMW, Sony, Levi Strauss & Co., Timberland, Calvin Klein, and Nike. Kurt’s photographs are in the collections of several museums; he is also widely published in monographs and anthologies. Kurt has filmed and directed music videos for Jewel, Tori Amos, and John Mellencamp. His full-length documentary, It’s About You, was an official selection at the South by Southwest, Dallas, and Nashville film festivals. This is his second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.kurtmarkus.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Portfolio required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $270 Model and Location

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CHRIS RAINIER

In Search of the Spirit: Its Land and People June 24-29

Learning how to identify the spiritual and sacred essence of a place, a person, or a culture is at the heart of this workshop. Participants explore the deserts and mountains of northern New Mexico, the traditions of the Native American culture, and the spiritual communities of Santa Fe and Taos. Our focus is on the documentary approach to photographing cultures and their environments. Daily assignments emphasize tuning in to the land and its primeval energy, as well as listening and watching for a spiritual connection to unfold during a portrait session. Chris joins participants on field trips to help them find the link between what they see and what they feel, and then to capture their emotions with their camera. We look at personal documentary projects from the philosophical to the technical, the spiritual to the pragmatic, including magazine assignments, books, and fine-art exhibitions. Chris also discusses funding, publishing, exhibitions, and careers in travel photography, and meets individually with each participant. CHRIS RAINIER is one of today’s leading documentary photographers, specializing in wilderness areas and indigenous cultures. He has photographed numerous civil conflicts, wars, and natural disasters and has explored the North Pole, Antarctica, and the jungles of New Guinea. A National Geographic Society Fellow, Chris specializes in photographing endangered cultures and helps bring cameras, video, and computers to native communities around the globe. Chris is director of the National Geographic All Roads Photography Program. He is a contributing editor at National Geographic Traveler, specializing in indigenous cultures. Chris is the recipient of five National Press Association Picture of the Year Awards for his continued documentation of the disappearing tribes of the world. His latest book, Ancient Marks: The Sacred Origins of Tattoos and Body Marking, was published in conjunction with a museum exhibition now touring North America and Asia. This is Chris’s 15th year teaching for The Workshops. His web sites are www.ancientmarks.com and www.chrisrainier.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $50 Location

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Jennifer Spelman

Basics of Digital Photography June 24-29

Today’s digital SLR cameras offer endless creative opportunities—but only if you know how to use them. Whether you recently acquired your first digital camera or have owned one for a few years, this workshop empowers you to take control of your camera’s features and advance your skills. Designed like a hands-on user manual, this workshop provides you with the knowledge essential to explore all the capabilities of the digital SLR. Jennifer patiently guides participants through the variables of aperture, shutter speed, and the various settings and shooting modes. We learn how to incorporate these tools with different lenses, and explore techniques of composition and lighting in order to create more interesting and powerful images. Mornings are devoted to lectures, discussions, and critiques of the previous day’s work, while afternoons are spent practicing newly acquired skills in the picturesque environs of Santa Fe. This promises to be an exciting week of mastering the basics of digital photography and cultivating our creativity in an energetic and supportive atmosphere. By the workshop’s end, participants have acquired a solid understanding of manual mode on their camera, and return home with a collection of images that reflect their new expertise. Jennifer Spelman is a freelance editorial and documentary photographer. She was first introduced to photography by documenting crime scenes for jury presentation with a District Attorney’s office. Leaving behind the world of law enforcement she received her photographic training as a course coordinator with The Workshops, working with some of today’s most preeminent photographers: Jay Maisel, David Alan Harvey & Antonin Kratochvil. Jennifer has been published in Food & Wine, The Sun, Rangefinder, and B&W. Her clients include Seven Squared Media, The Heart Gallery, What Moves You, Sanjhi, and Sustainable Santa Fe. She has co-instructed with National Geographic Expeditions and taught workshops in India, Mexico, and Cuba. This is her fourth year teaching at The Workshops. Jennifer’s web site is www.jenniferspelman.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Beginners WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of the computer SPECIAL NOTES: This workshop is held in a classroom equipped with Macintosh computers; personal laptops are optional. Also, participants in this workshop have the option of using Nikon D-SLR cameras provided by The Workshops. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $125 Model, Location, and Materials

ARTHUR MEYERSON

The Color of Light June 24-29

This acclaimed workshop is intended for both advanced amateur and professional photographers who want to strengthen their ability to see and work in color. Through daily shooting assignments, critiques, and discussions, participants acquire techniques that enhance their perception of light and its effects on color, composition, texture, pattern, and design. While covering the use and quality of natural and artificial light, we primarily focus on investigating color from a personal perspective. Through the week, Arthur guides and inspires by shaping and refining individual styles while targeting creative fulfillment and commercial success as the ultimate objectives. The workshop begins with an intensive review of each participant’s images and a discussion of personal and career goals. Daily discussions address the aesthetics and techniques of color photography. Arthur leads group critiques and spends time with participants individually, reviewing their personal portfolios and discussing their aspirations. Daily assignments put classroom techniques into practice, and take advantage of the stunning light and color of Northern New Mexico. Participants leave at the end of the week with a greater awareness of their strengths, and an enhanced aesthetic awareness of light and color. ARTHUR MEYERSON is an award-winning photographer and a highly sought after workshop instructor. Arthur travels throughout the world photographing for advertising, corporate, and editorial clients. A three-time winner of Adweek’s “Southwest Photographer of the Year” award, he is on Communication World’s list of top 10 corporate photographers, and was named one of the 30 best advertising photographers by American Photo. In 1999, Arthur became a member of Nikon’s exclusive “Legends Behind the Lens.” Arthur’s photographs are exhibited internationally and appear in such periodicals as Communication Arts, Rangefinder, and Graphis. This is his 20th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.arthurmeyerson.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Portfolio required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent color images. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $35 Location

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Michael Crouser

Finding Your Voice as a Photographer July 1-6

CHRISTOPHER JAMES

Wet-Plate Collodion July 1-6

This workshop offers photographic artists the opportunity to learn the beauty and complexity of the historical wet-plate collodion process from a contemporary perspective. Christopher provides a dynamic, handson, group experience in an energetic and supportive environment. Participants receive continual assistance and immediate feedback on works in progress, along with an open exchange of working concepts, ideas, history, and techniques. Demonstrations, and learning through repetition, success, and failure, are a continuous part of the workshop. A sense of wonder, an appreciation of the accidental, and a sense of humor are especially helpful. Using Christopher’s definitive reference text, The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes, Second Edition, and supplemental handouts, as our guide, we proceed to make wet-plate collodion ferrotypes. Christopher provides several antique cameras and lenses to work with, and all chemistry, tanks, and plates are provided. We begin learning about the process in a dedicated Workshop facility and then get on the road to make wet-plate collodion images using outdoor New Mexico as our studio. Plans include a location day on an authentic Western movie set. Christopher’s workshops are a lot of fun, so bring your sense of adventure and curiosity about this magical process.

Finding your photographic “voice” can be a lifelong quest. With Michael Crouser as your guide, begin the journey to developing and honing your own personal aesthetic—the point of view that is uniquely your own. We start by examining the works of well-known photographers and review the choices they make in producing their images, and how they present a unique and personal voice as a photographer. We examine the choices that we make when producing a photograph, the choices that separate the image from a mere snapshot and make it a photograph we can call our own. These elements include composition, lighting, subject, perspective, black-and-white versus color, and a myriad of other choices. Our stimulating and thought provoking classroom sessions are followed with field sessions every day, to put into practice our insights, develop our eye and our voice, and to draw inspiration from the beauty of Santa Fe. We begin to see photographs differently and learn to identify the aspects of our work that are uniquely ours, as well as the aspects that we need to discard. It’s not just the techniques that make the difference. Most importantly, it’s the point of view—yours. Ultimately, we lay a foundation to build upon and develop, which becomes the voice that is uniquely you. Michael Crouser is an accomplished photographer and educator. His first monograph, Los Toros, was awarded first prize in the Lucies/International Photography Awards in the category of Fine Art Book. The follow-up, Dog Run, was selected as one of the top ten photography books of the year by Communication Arts, PhotoDistrict News, and the International Photography Awards. He is currently working on a new book, which explores the disappearing world of cattle ranchers in Colorado. This is Michael’s third year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.michael-crouser.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $90 Model and Location

Christopher James is an internationally known artist and photographer whose paintings and alternative process images have been exhibited in galleries and museums in the U.S. and abroad. His work has shown in the Museum of Modern Art, Metropolitan Museum of Art, George Eastman House, and Philadelphia Museum of Art. His book, The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes—the winner of The Golden Light Technical Book of the Year award—is recognized as the definitive reference text in alternative process image making. Previously at Harvard University, Christopher is presently at The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University, serving as director of the MFA in photography program, and chair of photography. This is Christopher’s ninth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.christopherjames-studio.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of alternative processes; familiarity with digital workflow and traditional darkroom techniques and chemistry is helpful but not required TUITION*: $1,425 FEES: $350 Materials 14 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Chris Buck

The Surprising Portrait July 1-6

Cathy Maier Callanan

Photographing People July 1-6

Photographing people with skill and confidence, and having fun doing it, is the goal of this workshop with Cathy Maier Callanan. Designed for intermediate-level photographers who want to make stronger, more meaningful portraits, but may be hesitant about approaching people, we learn effective methods for approaching strangers and putting friends and family at ease. Through daily assignments, we develop the awareness and sensitivity necessary to move beyond literal renderings to more intimate portraits. Composition, lighting techniques, and forming a personal style are topics for discussion, investigation, and assignments. Everyone will leave with their own personal project. With a colorful and diverse population, Santa Fe and northern New Mexico provide stunning and creative environments to photograph and offer a wealth of portrait opportunities to test newfound skills and build confidence. Daily field sessions (including downtown Santa Fe and a Western movie ranch) follow morning critiques, lectures, and visits from several successful portrait photographers. This is a spirited, insightful week of coaching, fun, challenges, and pushing beyond where you thought you could go in photographing people. CATHY MAIER CALLANAN, co-founder of The Workshops, has run a successful commercial photography business for over 30 years. Known nationally for her portrait and wedding photography, her images have been published in Popular Photography, Rangefinder, Town & Country, Brides, Women’s World, Camera Arts, Mothering, and The Knot. As a photographer for the Heart Gallery, Cathy is committed to helping youth in foster care get adopted. She has ongoing personal photo projects in Mexico and Jerusalem, as well as documentary projects on the homeless and the wisdom of our elders; the Rosewater Network named her a “Compassionate Photographer of the Year.” Cathy is a dedicated and knowledgeable teacher, and her enthusiasm and caring nature supports her students through the learning process. This is Cathy’s 18th year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.cmcphoto.com.

Nothing charms like surprise, yet in portraiture there seems to be so little of it. Although the human face is endlessly beguiling, most photographers settle into a routine of presenting glamorous or smiling pictures that flatter and soothe their sitters. This workshop explores a different approach to portraiture. We examine the strategies and pitfalls involved in executing truly fascinating portraits of celebrities and regular folks alike, as we learn to deal gracefully with time constraints, shy or difficult subjects, and our own fears. While the week includes some discussion of equipment and technology, most of our time and energy are devoted to developing techniques for creating relationships with our subjects and remaining in control of any situation. Assignments concentrate on taking ordinary portrait situations, both in the studio and on location, and making intriguing images out of them. Classroom discussions cover the business side of professional portrait photography, including building and maintaining a successful career, marketing, challenges and opportunities of new technologies, and how to stay vital and creative in a competitive commercial environment. Come prepared to push the envelope and take risks during this exciting and challenging week. As Irving Penn aptly states, “Very often what lies behind the façade is rare and more wonderful than the subject knows or dares to believe.” CHRIS BUCK was the first recipient of the annual Arnold Newman Portrait Prize, in 2007. His photography appears regularly in the photo annuals of Communication Arts, American Photography, and PDN. His clients include GQ, Esquire, New York, Guardian Weekend Magazine, Diesel, Xerox, Microsoft, and Moviefone. He is included in the Lürzer’s Archive 200 Best Ad Photographers for 2012/2013, and his first monograph, PRESENCE, is being published in the fall of 2012. Chris splits his time between New York, where he is in demand for his unique portraits, and Los Angeles, where he is likely on the blacklist of several publicists. This is his second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.chrisbuck.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of artificial lighting, digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent artificially lit portraits. TUITION*: $1,375 FEES: $200

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $110 Model and Location

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Jim Richardson

NEW

The National Geographic Assignment July 1-6

For decades National Geographic has published the world’s greatest picture stories. Covering a vast range of subjects around the globe, the magazine’s photographers and editors craft powerful narratives, always tailoring the photographic methodology to the story that needs to be told. No other magazine goes to such lengths to bring unique stories to life and present them to millions of readers. Not surprisingly, going on assignment for National Geographic is the dream of countless photographers. Using a no-nonsense, uncomplicated teaching style, 25-year veteran National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson shows you how National Geographic stories happen, from start to finish, and gives you the chance to practice the skills necessary to create your own great visual narratives. His critiques are kind but unflinching; he believes in a “No B.S. Zone” approach to teaching. Your learning journey begins even before you start photographing vibrant Santa Fe, with story conception and proposal writing, two skills needed to convince editors to send you on assignment. Then, with interactive photo sessions and critiques, Jim shepherds you through the rewarding process of making telling images. Finally, he guides you through editing and distilling your work into a finished, polished presentation. The type of presentation editors want to see! Jim Richardson has produced more than 40 stories for National Geographic. Over the last four decades, his photography has ranged from groundbreaking documentary work to cultural essays, pieces that cover scientific and environmental issues, and acclaimed landscapes. CBS News Sunday Morning and ABC’s Nightline have run profiles of his field work. Jim has traveled around the world five times, worked on all continents, and published eight books. Nikon named him a Legend Behind the Lens. Currently, he writes extensively and owns his own gallery. This is Jim's third year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.jimrichardsonphotography.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Portfolio required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,175

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Bob Sacha

Advanced Multimedia Storytelling

NEW

July 1-6

Our first stories were spoken. Soon we learned to write and then to create visual stories by making photographs. Now technology has closed the circle, allowing us to easily add the power of sound and motion to bring forward powerful narratives in multimedia. Using a still camera (with or without video capabilities) and an audio recorder, we can easily produce and share the stories we once only imagined. In this advanced workshop, everyone produces a short (2 minutes max) multimedia story that is reported, captured, and edited in Santa Fe. We walk through each step of the process together. The first part of the week, we spend mornings in class going over the topics of story, audio, interviewing, and shooting for multimedia; during those afternoons and evenings, you capture your story. By Wednesday you wrap up your field time and start digging into editing and post-production. You finish the piece with a hard deadline of 2 p.m. on Friday, July 6, 2012. The first and most important thing you bring to the class is a story idea (a character, really) that you can photo/film/record the first part of the week. It’s ideal to find a person/story that’s near The Workshops so you don’t spend hours in driving—better to spend hours hanging with your character and telling the tale. BOB SACHA is an award-winning multimedia producer and an internationally published photographer. Bob has received numerous awards for his innovative work, including the 2010 Documentary Project of the Year in the Pictures of the Year international competition. One of Bob’s multimedia projects received the 2010 Alfred I. duPont–Columbia University Award in Broadcast News, the first duPont ever awarded for a web project. He has also been nominated for three National Emmy Awards for multimedia. Before his life in new media, Bob made his reputation as an awardwinning, globetrotting photojournalist, producing photo essays, portraits and covers for National Geographic, Life, Time, and many others. This is Bob’s sixth year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.bobsacha.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow and custom functions on your digital SLR camera; good skills in audio collection, video and Final Cut Pro Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of a multimedia piece. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $20 Materials

CARLAN TAPP

Seeing Light July 1-6

Light reveals warmth, mood, place, time, and spirit. It separates, simplifies, and creates spatial relationships. Light forms the frame of reference for photographs. It speaks many languages, and presents many views. The highest aspiration of the photographer is to translate all of these elements of light, and allow viewers to see as they have never seen before. This workshop is about slowing down, looking at the light, and thinking about what it is we want to say through our photographs. Whether our focus is on portraits, still life, or landscapes, we learn to adopt an open mind and a willingness to explore and experiment with light. We take the ordinary and allow ourselves to capture the extraordinary by reacting, interpreting, and expressing ourselves with our cameras. Daily assignments in and around Santa Fe encourage participants to venture beyond their normal comfort zone. Our workshop schedule includes time alone contemplating light and working with it, as well as time spent together discussing the work and what it reveals. Discussions, daily image reviews, and assignments fill our days, as we perceive, frame, and translate light into photographs that reveal so much more than the sum of their individual elements. CARLAN TAPP is a photojournalist and educator dedicated to documenting the social and environmental issues that define our times. Schooled in photography at Art Center College of Design, Carlan had the extraordinary opportunity to work for three years as a teaching assistant with Ansel Adams in the Yosemite Workshops. A sensitive eye and an intimate relationship to his subjects are the signatures of Carlan’s work. His photographs appear in numerous publications including New Mexico Magazine, NPR’s Living on Earth, and the Sierra Club’s Sierra. This is Carlan’s ninth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.carlantapp.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and your digital SLR camera SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must bring a laptop computer with the most recent version of Adobe Lightroom. TUITION*: $1,075

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Josh Withers

Adobe Photoshop for Photographers July 8-13

Elizabeth Opalenik

Imagination and Dreams July 8-13 Elizabeth Opalenik has always been in love with photography as a metaphor for life—her life, or the life of the subject standing before her lens—believing photographs are self portraits that lie somewhere between imaginations and dreams. This workshop explores your stories and creative process to develop new ways to express your vision as a photographic artist. We have all experienced times when we are not inspired photographically, but by revealing ourselves and examining our thought process in a supportive environment we find new paths for our creative purpose. Each day is about taking risks, and often being rewarded by our best images coming from failures and happy surprises. The week is for learning to work with natural and reflected light, models, and fabrics, as well as artistic and spiritual growth through critiques and discussions. There are daily assignments—using models, ourselves, and each other—in the beautiful and fertile locations around Santa Fe. You develop a firm grasp on using today’s tools for making effective photographs. While many images can be enhanced in post-production, good images begin in-camera with strong, heartfelt ideas. Throughout the week Elizabeth shares extensive bodies of work that span her 35-year passion with photography as she discusses print presentation, organizing a portfolio, digital infrared and intimate, handmade books. Accept the possibility you will view the world differently when you leave.

A truly gifted photographer has total control of the imagemaking process—from the instant the shutter closes to the moment the ink hits the paper. There are numerous imaging programs to choose from that are adequate for performing basic image adjustments, but to become a master of your imagery Adobe Photoshop is the undisputed application of choice for the job. This workshop details the approaches, techniques, and strategies employed in modern day image making, whether for use in representational photography, or complex, expressive collages. Specific topics provide a comprehensive understanding of fundamental Photoshop concepts and functionality, including layers and layer masks, blending modes, channels, and history. Participants become familiar with the cutting-edge tools within Photoshop, including setting up custom actions, correcting color for image consistency, manipulating photographic elements, and advanced retouching procedures. The workshop offers best practice techniques based on Josh’s numerous and stimulating classroom demonstrations, as well as individually tailored, one-on-one tutoring. Subject matter is explained in detail, with plenty of opportunity allowed for individual exploration and experimentation. By the end of this full, information-packed week you’re on the way to becoming a master of your imagery, with the ability to exercise complete control over your image making process. JOSH WITHERS is a professional digital image-maker and photographer, with experience ranging from commercial work to fine art. He began his professional digital imaging career as assistant manager in The Workshops digital lab, working alongside many pre-eminent digital image-makers. Josh’s work can be seen on billboards and magazines throughout the country for top brands such as Pepsi, Gatorade, and Pedigree. He is also an exhibiting fine art and editorial/concert photographer, and an educator who teaches at Pasadena College of Art and Design. This is Josh’s 13th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.joshwithers.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow, comfort with computer navigation skills, and a strong sense of file management Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. Although no prior Photoshop knowledge is required, participants must be very comfortable with computer navigation skills and have a strong sense of file management. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $60 Location and Materials

Elizabeth Opalenik is a fine-art photographer and sought after educator for the sense of wonder and possibility she instills. Her heart is in philanthropic projects and working in her darkroom where she creates one-of-a-kind images in the mordançage process, handpainting, and platinum printing. She bridges technology, mixing digital and traditional when appropriate to utilize all the creative possibilities, using images as stepping stones to trace where the mind has been. Her work is collected and published internationally. Her first monograph, Poetic Grace: Elizabeth Opalenik Photographs, 1979-2007, chronicles images from the first 30 years of her career. This is Elizabeth’s 17th year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.elizabethopalenik.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $200 Model and Location 18 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Eddie Soloway

Eyes Wide Open July 8-13 With today’s avalanche of digital cameras and imaging software, all suggesting that they are prerequisites to being a great photographer, it is easy to overlook the important fact that photographs come from you; cameras are simply tools. Close your eyes and think about the photographs that linger in your memory—images that stood out and made you take notice, perhaps even changed your life. The truly memorable images are those that were created from the intricate and beautiful dance between what you see, how you think, and what you feel. Join Eddie in a workshop experience designed to enhance your seeing—from what’s right in front of your eyes into the worlds of abstractions, reflections, layers, movement, and then deeper into the realm of concepts and imagination. In this workshop, we focus on the most important skill in photography—the ability to see beyond the apparent. We blend hands-on outdoor sessions photographing the inspiring environs of Santa Fe with indoor presentations, daily critiques, and Eddie’s one-on-one meetings with each participant. At the end of our week together, you walk away seeing more of the world around you, as well as knowing what it takes to translate your vision into a compelling and memorable image.

TONY CORBELL

The Power of Light July 8-13

Light is the single most important ingredient in creating photographs with impact. Exciting applications of light make it possible to transform the mundane into the magnificent. This workshop is designed for photographers seeking a broad understanding of artificial lighting techniques in order to achieve greater control over their images. Light can be elusive. Often it’s too harsh or too soft. It may be nondirectional or too directional; too warm or too cool; it can even be too dark or too bright. Tony presents a solid technical foundation for portrait lighting that enables participants to surmount these common lighting challenges. His hands-on teaching style offers a thorough understanding of light quality, light-shaping tools, and metering in any working situation. Through demonstrations, daily assignments, and critiques, we explore studio lighting in depth, covering such areas as light quality, light quantity, light direction, and working with models and props. Going out on location, we learn to apply these techniques by controlling the natural environment and lighting. Tony guides participants with a high-energy, fun-filled approach to the technical side of photography while keeping a close watch on the creative side as well. By the end of the week, participants are able to create well-lit, standout images with confidence and predictability.

Eddie Soloway’s photographs are an expression of his passion and commitment to the natural world. His eye has developed during a lifetime of exploring the earth’s wild places. Former positions in educational workshop design, wilderness program development, and custom fine photographic printing have further honed his expertise. In 1998, Eddie was the first recipient of the Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award presented by the Santa Fe Center for Photography. Today he divides his time between making fine-art prints, teaching, speaking on creativity and the photographic life, and furthering photographic publishing projects. He is the author of the book, One Thousand Moons, and the instructional DVD, A Natural Eye Workshop. This is Eddie’s 18th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.eddiesoloway.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must be able to download, select, and transfer images to their own jump drive for class each day TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $30 Location and Materials

TONY CORBELL has photographed three U.S. presidents, 185 world leaders and heads of state, more than 400 brides and grooms, and innumerable other recognizable faces. He has spoken at over 250 seminars and workshops nationally and internationally. His popular Basic Studio Lighting is the basis for numerous college lighting courses, and his articles have appeared in every major photographic magazine. This is Tony’s 11th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.corbellproductions.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $100 Model and Location

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Syl Arena

NEW

Crafting Dramatic Light on Location July 8-13

Syl Arena is well known for his mantra, “To create interesting light, you have to create interesting shadows.” In this location lighting workshop Syl shows you how to implement that philosophy by creating dramatic light with portable, studio-size strobes and modifiers. Our week starts with an investigation of how lighting shapes the persona of a subject; change the lighting and you have changed the persona in the image. The first step in Syl’s approach is to increase or decrease the amount of ambient light captured by the camera. Syl demonstrates a wide range of tools—including strobes, umbrellas, softboxes, grids, and gels—and techniques to shape and color flash so you, the photographer, can craft dramatic light that conveys your inner vision. We also explore how to build creative synergies between our lighting gear and the controls of our digital cameras. Workshop mornings are spent on critiques and lighting demonstrations. In the afternoons and early evenings, we put our concepts and techniques to work in a variety of locations around Santa Fe. Throughout the week our approach is not that of documentarians, recording scenes as we see them. Rather, we take a pictorial approach and work towards an understanding of how to craft light to influence the viewer’s perception of our subjects and their environments. Syl Arena, a photographer with more than 40 years of experience, is obsessed with light—seeing it, feeling it, and sharing it. Equally, he is fascinated with shadow. By taking a pictorial, rather than documentary, approach to photography, he freely shapes these two elements to create images that convey the personas of his subjects. Syl studied at Brooks Institute of Photography and the University of Arizona, where he earned his BFA in photography. In addition to being the author of the internationally best-selling Speedliter’s Handbook, Syl also writes about lighting and photography on his blog, www.speedliting.com. His web site is www.sylarena.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of flash photography, digital workflow, and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent artificially lit portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $240 Model and Location

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

KEITH CARTER

Imagining Paradise July 8-13 Would you like to develop or enhance your personal style, strengthen your original vision, and broaden the way you think about photography? This workshop helps advanced amateur and professional photographers find more passion in their work, by exploring the narrative, aesthetic, and emotional aspects of imagemaking, with an emphasis on simplicity of concept and the use of natural light. By studying the work of both historically significant and little-known photographers, we refine our views on producing work and balancing the various aspects of a busy life. Through practical demonstrations, field trips, and individual portfolio reviews, we learn what we mean when we talk about finding the “magic in the mundane,” and the “poetry in the commonplace.” Most importantly, we learn how to integrate these concepts in our finished work. In addition to darkroom techniques, digital fine art processes, and expressive printmaking, we discuss how to develop projects and exhibitions, including dealing with the ins and outs of the publishing world. Everyone is encouraged to bring their sense of humor along with a sense of purpose; wise-asses, hotdogs, and burnouts are, of course, always welcome! KEITH CARTER is one of the most renowned fine-art/editorial photographers working today. An internationally respected educator and workshop leader, Keith holds the endowed Walles Chair of Art at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, where he received the highest honor given to faculty: the University Professor Award. He has published 10 books of his expressive images, including his most recent, Fireflies. His photographs are in the permanent collections of the George Eastman House, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. This is Keith’s 17th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.keithcarterphotographs.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,375 FEES: $125 Model and Location

CHRISTOPHER JAMES

Advanced Alternative Processes: Projects July 8-13

This advanced workshop is designed for visual artists who have previously attended one of Christopher’s alternative processes workshops or whose portfolios demonstrate a comfortable working knowledge of the subject. The workshop offers photographers a week of processes, working time, a dedicated facility, chemistry and materials with which to refine their skills and focus their energies on a specific project or technique. Christopher’s workshops provide a dynamic, hands-on, group experience within an energetic and supportive environment. Participants receive continual and personal assistance and immediate feedback on work in progress, along with an enthusiastic one-on-one exchange of working concepts, ideas, history, and techniques. Individual process demonstrations are provided on request. Using Christopher’s The Book of Alternative Photographic Processes, Second Edition as the workshop text, we are equipped to handle a wide range of processes, including: wet plate collodion, platinum / palladium, salted paper, albumen, Athenatype, kallitype, argyrotype, cyanotype, gum bichromate and gum combination techniques, Ziatype, and other processes and techniques that suit your needs. We also have a digital negative production setup in the facility. While most of our printing is done in the sun, UV exposure units are available. This is an ideal workshop to combine with the “Wet Plate Collodion” workshop, July 1-6. Christopher’s workshops are a lot of fun, so come prepared to spend a creative week working in-depth with the alternative processes of your choosing. christopher james’s biography is on page 10. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of alternative processes; familiarity with digital workflow and traditional darkroom techniques and chemistry PORTFOLIO: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission a sample of alternative processes images. TUITION*: $1,345 FEES: $320 Materials

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Todd H. Williams

Learning to See in Santa Fe

NEW

July 15-20

RICK ALLRED

Basics of Digital Photography July 15-20

Take that joyous first step into your future as a digital photographer. Designed to help you break through technical barriers and launch you into a new realm of creating great photographs, this workshop covers the technical side of resolution, downloading and re-sizing images, file management and archiving, and output/printing sources. Under Rick’s guidance, you explore shutter speeds, apertures, and shooting modes. He shares tips and techniques about composition, lighting, lenses, and creativity that help you see the world with new eyes and capture images with impact. Field trips around beautiful Santa Fe and daily assignments encourage the deepening of your digital photography skills. Rick creates a fun atmosphere for learning the technical processes of digital photography, and playful expression is encouraged. By the week’s end, you are using your camera in manual mode with ease and exploring the wonderfully creative side of photography! RICK ALLRED has been passionate about photography since 1986. He jump-started his digital career in 1996, when he helped launch The Workshops digital program. After a five-year tenure as head of the photography department at the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center in Maui, he returned to the Land of Enchantment to helm the digital lab at The Workshops. Currently, Rick teaches Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and digital photography while pursuing creative projects as a freelance photographer, artist, and educator. With patience and generosity, Rick provides an environment where people can tackle technology with ease and break through creative boundaries. This is his ninth year teaching for The Workshops. Rick’s web site is www.rickallredimagery.com.

Santa Fe and its environs are rich with color and form. Making strong photographs depends, in part, on creating graphic strength and tension through the placement of both of these elements in the frame. Technical skills are necessary, but compelling images can’t be made with any camera until you first develop the capacity to see. With Todd as our well-schooled guide, we begin with a review of the core principles of photography, including how metering profoundly changes the mood and perceived content of a picture. In addition, we become acquainted with how the work of important photographers and artists has changed the nature of photography over the last 50 years. Through lectures, demonstrations, and fun, supportive critiques, we energize our ability to “see” photographic possibilities, and rediscover the power and joy of picture making. Out in the field we learn how slowing down allows us to perceive color and form in a given scene, and how this increased awareness can lay the foundation for the creative response that leads to making pictures that matter. Over the course of this inspiring and transformative week, seasoned world traveler Todd leads you through an exploration of Northern New Mexico’s historic plazas and high-desert small towns, as you hone essential visual skills and gain invaluable experience in the art of seeing. Todd H. Williams left the world of business in 1994 to return to making pictures. He lived in Paris, studying art and making photographs in the modernist tradition and now has a large body of work from that period that is becoming a book and exhibition. Later, he worked extensively in colonial Mexico and created the book San Miguel de Allende: A Visual Diary, to be released in 2013. Todd is a deeply committed teacher. He has taught photography classes at the University of Texas at Austin Union Program for almost 20 years; he also leads workshops in Mexico and Guatemala. Todd’s web site is www.toddwilliamstravel.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera; the ability to use portable electronic flash units is encouraged but not required SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must be able to download, select and transfer images to their own laptop for class each day. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $20 Location

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Beginners WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must bring a laptop computer with image viewing software. Participants in this workshop have the option of using Nikon D-SLR cameras provided by The Workshops. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $45 Location and Materials

24 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Bobbi Lane

Portraits Unplugged July 15-20

Douglas Merriam

Photographing the Travel Magazine Assignment

NEW

July 15-20

Learn first-hand what makes a good and comprehensive photo travel story, from people and culture to food and landscape. More often than not, photographers are only given a few days to capture images for a feature travel story, and it can be difficult to wander through a town or city taking pictures aimlessly and get anything that defines that area in a cohesive group of images. Whether you’re photographing a travel story for yourself, one that you’ll propose to a magazine, or an actual assignment from a magazine, it’s important to define what makes a location visually impressive. We start by reviewing published travel stories that Doug has photographed for various magazines. Then we go over how to research a travel story, how to contact locations, and, crucially, how to schedule a shoot. All of this is combined with taking area-defining photographs in and around Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico. We actually photograph a real travel story for a national magazine during this workshop. New Mexico Magazine is providing participants with an article written by Cheryl Jamison, and it is our job to fulfill the assignment. New Mexico Magazine is publishing select images made during this workshop to accompany the story in an issue later this year.

The beauty of available light is that it is everywhere. Any time of day, any situation, can be a great opportunity to make an interpretive portrait. This workshop is designed to develop your ability to see the quality of light and apply it to real people. We don’t scout locations, we scout light, and then make the location work. The emphasis is on utilizing all of our tools—light, tonality, composition, and color—to state our ideas visually. Through demonstrations, field trips, and personal projects, we explore the realm of existing light: hard, soft, bounced, reflected, and diffused. We learn how to work with a variety of personalities, incorporate props, and how to draw out appropriate expressions. Assignments on campus and around Santa Fe encourage us to practice and to take advantage of the amazing light of New Mexico. Our goal is to capture the essence of each person through light and gesture. And, with Bobbi’s infectious enthusiasm, have fun in the process! Bobbi Lane is an award-winning portrait and commercial photographer who brings 35 years of experience to her fun-filled workshops. She photographs people on location for corporate and editorial clients as well as for stock. Bobbi’s clients include Warner Bros., CB Richard Ellis, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Charles Schwab. Named one of the “Top Workshop Instructors” by Photo District News, Bobbi has made several instructional DVD’s including Posing and Directing, Portrait Lighting Techniques, and Portraits Unplugged. This is Bobbi’s 15th year teaching at The Workshops. Her web site is www.bobbilane.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $200 Model, Location and Materials

DOUGLAS MERRIAM has photographed hundreds of travel stories for numerous national magazines. His extensive assignments have taken him to such diverse places as Italy, the British West Indies, France, and Costa Rica (just to mention a few), as well as most cities in the U.S. His travel assignments always include photographing people, culture, landscapes, and food. This is Doug’s 22nd year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.douglasmerriam.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $75 Model, Location, and Materials

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

David Robin and Carrie Beene

NEW

Lighting and Retouching for Portrait and Beauty July 15-20

Learn to create eloquent and expressive portraits and beauty images by mastering lighting and retouching for stunning aesthetic results in this unique team-taught workshop. Portraiture is a collaboration between photographer and subject, requiring skills beyond the technical, and portraitists are constantly confronted with the challenge of creating evocative and meaningful images of their subjects. David guides you in developing your own unique point of view and style by explaining and demonstrating his techniques for achieving stunning aesthetic results, whether in the genre of editorial, beauty, advertising, or journalism. After examining the work of some of the master photographers in the genre, we investigate simplified methods for working with subjects, including how to use light and setting to “speak” with our images. In the age of Adobe Photoshop it is especially important for photographers to learn the proper techniques for retouching in order to achieve natural and believable results. Nowhere is this more important than in portraiture and beauty photography. Master retoucher Carrie Beene works with you to decode the mystery of retouching skin and hair, and shows us how to evaluate images in order to bring these desired results forward. You leave Santa Fe refreshed, with new confidence and the skills to create striking imagery, as well as a more clearly defined personal vision and the ability to translate that vision into photographs. DAVID ROBIN is a portrait and beauty photographer with more than 25 years experience who has photographed celebrities from Christy Turlington to Ray Charles. He has won numerous awards, including the New York Art Directors Club Award for his Sony “Street Style” campaign and the Western Art Directors Club Award of Excellence for his Norwegian Cruise Line imagery. Clients include Levi Strauss & Co., Gap, Sony, Coca-Cola, American Express, BMG, Blue Note, and PolyGram Records. David’s personal work has been exhibited in galleries around the country and is included in the collections of American Express, Bloomingdale’s, Grey Worldwide, and Levi Strauss & Co. This is his third year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.davidrobin.com. Carrie Beene is the owner and principal retoucher of CarrieNYC, a high-end digital retouching studio. Her work has been published in Harper’s Bazaar, The New York Times, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Elle, Glamour, Vogue, W, OK Magazine, Paper, V, Vanity Fair, i-D, and Allure, among other publications. Carrie teaches in the digital photography department at the School of Visual Arts in New York City and speaks yearly at the PDN PhotoPlus International Conference. She is also the author of Real Retouching: A Professional Step-by-Step Guide. Her web site is www.carrienyc.com.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of artificial lighting, digital workflow, and manual mode on your digital SLR camera; familiarity with Adobe Photoshop is required. PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent artificially lit portraits. TUITION*: $1,375 FEES: $265 Model and Materials 26 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Jill Enfield

Alternative Processes Portraits

NEW

July 15-20

A great portrait explores gesture and expression. It encapsulates the moment in which both subject and photographer connect. That moment takes on a timeless quality when the portrait comes to life and is created using historical techniques such as albumen, Kallitype, and wet-plate collodion. Our week begins with studying and discussing examples of 19thcentury and contemporary alternative process images, and then focuses on learning techniques for the types of processes participants can create during this workshop. Our days in Santa Fe are filled with making portraits on location—of models and of each other. We then return to The Workshops campus and make digital negatives from our images and transform them into beautiful handmade contact prints on watercolor paper, using a variety of historical techniques including albumen and Kallitype. We also learn how to make wet-plate collodion portraits on glass plates, which can be used on their own, contact printed, or scanned into a computer to make digital negatives. You leave the workshop with a thorough knowledge of these historical processes and a clear perception of how to incorporate them into your own portrait photography. JILL ENFIELD uses historical techniques to enhance the textural and painterly effects of photography. Her work is reminiscent of days past, with a quality that feels simultaneously real and dreamlike. She has taught hand-coloring and non-silver techniques at schools and workshops throughout the U.S. and Europe. A recent project exhibited on Ellis Island involved photographing new U.S. immigrants using a Civil War–era technique called wet-plate collodion. Jill’s work has appeared in Camera Arts, Nikon World, and ZOOM. Commercial clients include Fortune, Kodak, AT&T, and Woman’s Day. Her book on historical techniques will be published in the coming year. This is her 10th year teaching at The Workshops. Her web site is www.jillenfield.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $150 Model, Location, and Materials

Amber Terranova and Ryan Heffernan

Building a Career as an Editorial and Advertising Photographer

NEW

July 15-20

For most emerging photographers, creating a distinctive style and getting hired for it is the ultimate goal. But turning your passion for photography into a career with steady clients presents untold challenges. So give yourself the advantage of insider perspectives tips. Over the course of this weeklong hybrid workshop, Photo District News photo editor Amber Terranova and successful freelance photographer Ryan Heffernan share real-life methods for building a strong portfolio and present strategies for getting your work seen in today’s competitive market. With a solid understanding of new and unconventional outlets for photography, Amber and Ryan focus on honing your visual voice in your chosen genre, be it editorial, fashion, commercial, personal work, documentary, or photojournalism. We explore the nuances involved in estimating projects, how to work with a variety of clients, and the insand-outs of effectively maximizing social marketing tools to help you define your brand. And, because assignments are the name of the game, of course we tackle an editorial assignment. Using available talent, breathtaking Santa Fe locations as backdrops, and Ryan’s on-the-ground experience, we deliver our assignments on schedule (if sleep deprived!). Join Amber and Ryan for a week of fine-tuning your vision, creating new work, and learning to navigate the business end of photography—and start building your career as an editorial and advertising photographer. Amber Terranova is the photo editor for Photo District News (PDN). Previously she worked for New York magazine and Outside magazine. She has judged a number of national photo contests, including Review Santa Fe, International Photography Awards, Light Work Student Competition, Worldwide Photography Gala Awards, and Tierney Fellowship, among others. Amber also teaches international photo workshops and does private consulting with photographers. The PDN web site is www.pdnonline.com. Ryan Heffernan is a contributor to Outside magazine, GQ, and Runner’s World. He works with numerous graphic design and advertising clients, among them Studio Hinrichs, Diamond Merckens Hogan, Smbolic, and Quigley-Simpson. He was recently honored with a Communication Arts FRESH Profile and has been included in the publication’s Photography Annual, as well as in Photo District News’ 30 Emerging Photographers and Digital Photo Pro Magazine’s 2011 Pros of the Future. His web site is www.ryanheffernan.com.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $120 Model, Location, and Materials

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Karen Kuehn

Mastering the Portrait July 22-27

Put your fingerprint on your portraits! Designed for accomplished photographers who want to extract more from both their subjects and themselves, Karen challenges participants to break out of the routine, push the boundaries, and find new ways of seeing that utilize all the senses. Throughout the week, we discuss ways to evoke mood through human emotion, lighting options, and staying open to all the unexpected possibilities. Karen guides participants through ways to approach a subject and the process of “reading” people in order to capture their essence. An exploration of the senses allows us to find deeper ways of communicating that result in a more soulful image. Participants practice how to formulate ideas prior to photographing, as well as learning when to abandon the best laid plans when a more inspired approach suddenly presents itself. When mastering the portrait you should expect the unexpected! If you are an intuitive thinker who has a penchant for following a more creative approach to portraiture, and are looking to step out of your comfort zone, then Karen leads the way for you to amplify the evocative.

Cotton Miller

Experimental Digital Printmaking July 22-27

Photography has changed. What used to take hours in the pre-digital world, now may only take seconds. This compression of time offers unexpected benefits to the printmaking process—the ability to integrate manual techniques previously limited to traditional art forms such as painting and drawing. Digital capture, rather than eliminating the hands-on practice of creating imagery, makes it easier and more enjoyable than ever. We start this workshop by finding the sources of our creative inspiration. We examine the importance of pre-visualization and experimentation, especially as they relate to “happy accidents.” We move on to demonstrations of digital workflow, as well as techniques such as compositing, using a scanner as a camera, processing in High Dynamic Range (HDR), and creative uses of layering and blending. Then, we experiment with a wide variety of unusual and highly specialized printmaking processes, including acrylic transfer, encaustic layering, inkAid coating, and using Lazertran decal papers. By incorporating techniques from a variety of disparate artistic disciplines this hands-on printing workshop challenges participants to think outside the usual methodologies. The results are often surprising, inevitably leading the inspired photographer to further experimentation beyond the traditional boundaries of conventional printmaking.

KAREN KUEHN has been a professional photographer for the past 24 years. Her work has appeared in national publications such as TIME, Newsweek, Garage, Reader’s Digest, More, People, and The New York Times. Her corporate clients include MasterCard, Northwest Airlines, Toyota, and Campbell’s. Karen’s portrait work, which ranges from celebrities to the homeless, conveys her natural way of seeing the story within the frame. Based in New York for 16 years, Karen now lives in rural New Mexico while continuing to travel the world on assignment. In her spare time, she works on her black-and-white fine-art work for exhibition. This is Karen’s ninth year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.karenkuehn.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $235 Model, Location, Materials

COTTON MILLER received a BFA in digital and photographic imaging from Texas State University and is currently an MFA candidate and adjunct studio professor at the Art Institute of Boston. He has won awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and the Texas Intercollegiate Press Association, and most recently worked as the digital lab manager for The Workshops. His personal work combines traditional methods with digital, alternative processes, and mixed media. Along with his infectious enthusiasm, Cotton maintains a fascination with the potential integration of digital and traditional photographic methods. This is his fourth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.cottonmiller.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $250 Materials 28 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

David Michael Kennedy

Discovering New Mexico: Its People and Landscape

NEW

July 22-27

JERRY SPAGNOLI

The Daguerreotype: A Contemporary Approach July 22-27

The daguerreotype was the first successful photographic process, with the discovery being announced in 1839. During the course of this hands-on workshop in Santa Fe, we travel back in time to make use of the same materials and the same techniques in use during the age of the daguerreotype. Come with us on an adventure that starts with the dawn of photography. We cover two methods of exposing the plate. First, we try the traditional method, using the plate in-camera to produce a direct positive. Then we learn about the alternative to “live” exposures: contact printing from a positive transparency. This method can produce an image indistinguishable from an in-camera plate—but with greater control over the film positive, can provide superior results. Along with these methodologies, we learn about the historical context of the daguerreotype, as Jerry presents representative images and relevant information from the 1840s and 1850s. If you shoot with a view camera, bring it along. We use 3x4 inch plates, which fit easily into a 4x5 holder. If you plan to use film, bring your negatives and find out how to produce film positives for the daguerreotype. We also consider how you want to present your finished piece. Matting and framing a daguerreotype deprives it of its charm, so Jerry demonstrates how to make display cases as one of the many possible installation options. Join a contemporary master of the historic daguerreotype in the beautiful setting of Santa Fe and explore the technical and artistic nuances of this time-honored technique.

The dynamic high desert is a magnet for artists eager to record its magnificent forms and light. Motivated by the unique spirit that courses through every aspect of New Mexico, this workshop is for photographers who want to push beyond their current vision, explore photography in new and challenging ways, gain insight into non-traditional methods of working and seeing, and discover creative modes of expanding their personal vision. The week offers classroom time with David that includes a diverse blend of discussions, assignments, critiques and one-on-one sessions. In addition, there are two full-day field trips dedicated to traveling as a group to wild and wonderful locations in Northern New Mexico. On field trips down back roads, we pursue the elusive magic that lies beyond the obvious. Because of the mercurial nature of New Mexico’s weather, David prefers to “chase the light” rather than plan a definite itinerary. We’re given special access to photograph some of the locals David has come to know in his 26 years in Northern New Mexico, finding paths into our subjects’ spirits that allow them to relax, feel safe, and trust us enough to give the gift of a true and honest image. Plan on long days and nights of work. This is an intense workshop where David encourages you to break all your rules and redefine your outlook on photography—and perhaps your life. David Michael Kennedy attended Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, where he acquired the technical mastery that allows him to give his intuition free reign. A master of the palladium/platinum printing process, he spent 18 years in New York City photographing portraits of celebrities (including as Bob Dylan, Mike Tyson, Rachel Rosenthal, Debby Harry, and Isaac Stern) and creating award-winning album covers for major record labels. His work has appeared in magazines such as New York, Omni, Rolling Stone, Spin, Time, and Working Woman. Currently, he devotes most of his time to fine-art photography. This is his 12th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.davidmichaelkennedy.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION* $1,175 FEES: $190 Model and Location

JERRY SPAGNOLI is currently working on several projects, including two ongoing historical documentation series, “Local Stories” and “The Last Great Daguerreian Survey of the Twentieth Century.” A book of his work, Daguerreotypes, was published by Steidl in 2006. His next book, American Dreaming, will be published in 2012. His work has appeared in many books and publications, and is held in the collections of The Whitney Museum of American Art, The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, The National Portrait Gallery, The Museum of Modern Art, The Art Institute of Chicago, and other major collections. This is Jerry’s second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.jerryspagnoli.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Familiarity with darkroom techniques helpful but not required TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $250 Materials © David Michael Kennedy

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2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

NORM CLASEN and JENNIFER CLASEN

NEW

True Grit: Art and Storytelling in Cowboy Country July 22-27

Go on location with the photographer for the Marlboro Man advertising campaign, and learn how to push light to its limit and embrace the iconic elements of the American West! Instructors Norm Clasen (best known for his twelve years of work on the Marlboro campaign) and his daughter Jennifer (a Hollywood-based photojournalist for major studios and news outlets) team up in this one-of-a-kind workshop. Both masters of natural light, the pair provide an inspirational environment to propel every level of photographer into new ways of seeing and embracing photographic opportunities. We hit the ground running at a working ranch outside Santa Fe, with large herds of horses, wranglers, cowboys, and local rodeo practices. Editing direction, group critiques, and portfolio reviews happen in between daily field sessions. Special guest Cici Fox (Norm’s longtime Marlboro producer) shares valuable tips about pre-production and what it takes to line up a successful commercial shoot. In this week of learning by doing, we spend the majority of our time out in the field, photograph in all conditions— morning and evening light, hard light and shadows, dust, wind, and more—as we use the natural elements of the West to capture the rugged spirit of this iconic region. Come prepared to get your hands dirty! Norm and Jennifer Clasen, a father-daughter team, have a combined 50-plus years of experience capturing world-class images. The pair represents different generations of photographic technique and genres, with clients ranging from Marlboro and Glamour magazine, to the Olympics and Hollywood studios. Their shared passions include embracing light in all its forms and traveling to the ends of the earth to capture images of remarkable places, people, and experiences. Together they created Wanderlust Safaris to share their love of exploration with others. Their web site is www.wanderlustsafaris.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow and custom functions on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,250 FEES: $225 Location and Materials

30 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

ANDREW SOUTHAM

The Fashion Portrait July 22-27

A great fashion photograph, like any other portrait, is most successful when photographer and subject truly connect, creating an energy and experience that goes beyond the technical. In our image-conscious era, photographers must be knowledgeable about fashion, wardrobe, hair, makeup, and lighting, and aware of how the choice of location or studio will define their work. Photographers also need to create a great rapport with subjects and clients alike. Whether you are photographing high fashion, editorial fashion, testing models for your portfolio, or shooting images of your kids, your knowledge of style and your communication skills deepen your work. In this workshop, we review the masters of fashion and portraiture and discuss how their work can inspire our own imagery. Andrew discusses, with demonstrations, his extensive background in and knowledge of fashion portraiture and lighting techniques. In daily photography sessions with models, both on location and in the studio, participants explore the use of various light sources, including strobe, kino-flo, tungsten, and daylight. Working under Andrew’s guidance, this hands-on experience enables participants to expand their relationship to fashion photography and enrich their experience as photographers. ANDREW SOUTHAM is an Australian photographer and director now living in Los Angeles. He began his career 25 years ago, photographing the Australian National Ballet and the Sydney Theatre Company. Andrew’s portraits have appeared in the American and British editions of Vogue, Esquire, Rolling Stone, US, French Elle, and GQ. His work has been exhibited in the Australian Portrait Gallery and garnered awards from The American Society of Publication Designers and Photo District News. This is Andrew’s second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.andrewsoutham.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow, custom functions on your digital SLR camera, working knowledge of artificial lighting PORTFOLIO required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent artificially lit portraits. TUITION*: $1,375 FEES: $495 Model and Location

NORMAN MAUSKOPF

The Art of Photographic Design

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July 22-27

As the painter is responsible for every brush stroke on the canvas, the writer for every word on the page, and the musician for every note played, so is the photographer responsible for everything within the frame. In this workshop, we explore the various ways photographers can compose an image “in camera” while photographing it, thereby keeping darkroom and digital manipulation to a minimum. We begin by photographing simple two-dimensional spaces, working with normal to moderately wide-angle focal lengths that approximate our own field of vision. By week’s end, we learn how to design complex three-dimensional scenes, using multiple elements and details that support rather than detract from the subject. We concentrate on the center and edges of the frame, and pay close attention to what we are capturing in the background. Our assignments are enriched by our study of photographers who are renowned for their sense of composition and design. We examine a variety of genres, including location portraits and street photography, landscapes and cityscapes, and static and action scenes. This workshop places its emphasis on the development of creative vision, rather than technical expertise. Norman supports and guides our photographic efforts with group and one-on-one critiques. NORMAN MAUSKOPF has taught and inspired students of all levels during his 30-year career in photography. He has three award-winning books with Twin Palms Publishers, and a fourth book, Descendants, about Northern New Mexico Hispanic culture, was recently published. Norman has had two exhibitions at the International Festival of Photojournalism in Perpignan, France, and has been awarded a W. Eugene Smith Fellowship. He has completed a wide range of assignments for numerous magazines, including Wired, Islands, Travel & Leisure, Outside, and Rolling Stone. This is Norman’s 13th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.normanmauskopf.com.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 31

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

Tony Bonanno

Northern New Mexico: A Photographic Adventure July 29-August 3

RICK ALLRED

Digital Workflow Essentials: Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop July 29-August 3

Welcome to the era of digital imagery, where you have no photos to lose, and so much freedom to gain. Freedom from the shoeboxes and overstuffed file cabinets of unorganized photos. Freedom to make as many images as you want. And the freedom that comes from knowing how Lightroom and Photoshop can work together to get your images organized, make them easy to access and give them that all-important “pop.” This workshop combines field sessions to create new images with classroom time in The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab. In the lab, we devote the majority of our time to Lightroom, beginning with the powerful organizing and enhancing tools that give us quick, consistent control of our images. We explore Lightroom’s image rating and cataloging tools and learn practical techniques for image enhancement, including synchronizing enhancement settings to apply to multiple images automatically—an efficient tool that will save you hours of computer time. Photoshop steps in when images need further adjustments, retouching, or compositing. Rick explains the integration between Lightroom and Photoshop, the basic retouching tools in Photoshop and how to keep your new changes stored back in Lightroom. Our goal is to streamline our photographic workflow using Lightroom with some Photoshop, and discover how these two applications help minimize the time you spend on your computer and maximize the time you can devote to your true passion—making pictures! (Please note: This is a Lightroom workshop, with a quick trip into Photoshop for retouching and composition. This is not a beginning Photoshop workshop.)

For more than a hundred years, the landscapes and cultures of New Mexico have inspired photographers and painters such as Ansel Adams, Eliot Porter, Laura Gilpin, Paul Strand, Georgia O’Keeffe, Marsden Hartley, and Peter Hurd. This field-oriented workshop is about creating photographs that challenge the viewer’s imagination and convey the beauty, drama, and feeling of this spirited place. This is a week to explore your creativity, expand your visual skills, and to enhance your understanding of the photographic process from capture to output. Lengthy days in the field photographing the scenic beauty of Northern New Mexico provide invigorating experiences that are reflected in your images and work. Classroom sessions include discussions of composition, light, and color, and reviews of participants images. The use of Adobe Lightroom is reviewed in depth to aid you in achieving your personal style. As Tony guides you through some of his favorite photographic treasures, from the incredible red rock formations of O’Keeffe’s Abiquiu country to the vast ranchlands, wildlife, and historic structures that are the essence of Northern New Mexico, he shares the in-depth knowledge of the land and its diverse peoples acquired during his 19 years as a professional photographer in New Mexico. Come to the Land of Enchantment and live a photographic adventure! Tony Bonanno is an internationally renowned photographer who has worked extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe, the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Africa, and Australia. His diverse subjects have ranged from the President and First Lady of the U.S. to indigenous peoples and their cultures, to capturing the beauty and rhythms of running horses in his acclaimed “Hooves & Dust” series. Tony’s clients include New Mexico Magazine, the National Park Service, Intel Corporation, The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Johnson & Johnson, HGTV, and the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, to name just a few. This is Tony’s fourth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.bonannophoto.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $110 Model, Location, and Materials

Rick Allred’s biography is on page 24. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $25 Materials

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NORAH LEVINE

The Creative Pet Portrait July 29-August 3

RAUL TOUZON

Sharpen Your Photographic Skills July 29-August 3

A great next step after basic photography is learning how to use color, light, and composition to create outstanding images. Another important component of this workshop is its focus on the artistic use of light, with special emphasis on creative flash techniques. We begin each day by editing and reviewing each other’s photographs. Visual lectures and demonstrations cover digital camera settings, accurate metering and exposure, and the rules of composition. We spend afternoons on field trips in and around Santa Fe, photographing assignments based on topics discussed during morning sessions. These assignments include an on-location session with models, a visit to Abiquiu’s Plaza Blanca (or the “White Place,” made famous in a series of painting by Georgia O’Keeffe), and a trip to the beautiful and historical town of Las Vegas, New Mexico. Raul accompanies the group during these assignments, providing hands-on support and advice. A final lecture on the basics of editing and sequencing your work rounds out your learning experience. The inspiring light, architecture, people, and colors of New Mexico are ever-present, providing the group with endless opportunities for practicing newly acquired skills.

Enjoy a week in beautiful Santa Fe exploring a genre that is both challenging and rewarding: photographing pets on location. In this workshop, we focus on the planning and production of a commissioned pet portrait. Sharing the tricks of the trade, Norah emphasizes the importance of using props, forging a playful connection between photographer and subject, and discerning the all-important details regarding a pet’s behavior and its environment. Most significantly, Norah addresses strategies for solving the unique problems that often arise when dealing with animals during a photography session. Working with a variety of animals, including domestic pets and horses, we learn how to apply the many different techniques that Norah uses as a successful pet photographer. Participants work individually and collectively on daily assignments, followed by group critiques and discussions of lighting, composition, and style. Classroom time also touches on creative approaches to pet portraiture, as well as troubleshooting unexpected technical issues. Assignments include photographing horses on a local ranch, interacting with people and pets in their environments, and creating imagery at a non-profit animal organization. By the end of the week, you acquire a unique set of people and pet skills, and are able to translate those skills into compelling and marketable imagery. NORAH LEVINE, a professional photographer for more than a decade, focuses primarily on commissioned portraits, editorial, and stock photography. She works actively with animal organizations to create awareness and support for their cause. Norah has always considered art an integral part of her life, whether through the movement of dance, the stroke of a paintbrush, or the click of a camera shutter. This is her third year teaching for The Workshops. Norah’s web site is www.norahlevinephotography.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $120 Model and Location

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Paul Mobley

People of Character: Capturing the Soul of Your Subject

July 29-August 3

Developing sensitivity, honing communication skills, and perfecting technical skills in order to create portraits that are deeply in tune with the human spirit is the goal of this workshop with acclaimed portrait photographer Paul Mobley. A gifted storyteller and skilled technician, Paul demonstrates how to capture a subject’s soul to tell a person’s unique story in a single image or series of images, as well as how to control the lighting to complement the portrait’s message. Participants have daily opportunities to practice their skills in the studio and around Santa Fe, working first with experienced models and then with complete strangers. Local ranches, the Farmers Market, and the streets of Santa Fe offer ample opportunities to find willing subjects. The ability to engage and build trust is the most important factor in portrait sessions, and Paul works individually with each participant to guide this vital process. There will also be a black-and-white day for those wishing to enhance and strengthen their vision using this iconic art form. The ”soft” techniques required for making compelling portraits are of primary concern, but technical matters are always a consideration. Paul demonstrates his artificial lighting techniques in the studio and on location, and we learn how to use the camera to transform the face of a stranger into a portrait filled with heart, soul, and character. By week’s end, participants have acquired the technical skills coupled with the ability to comfortably communicate and engage with a wide variety of people in order to collaborate on portraits that come from the soul and convey clarity and truth. PAUL MOBLEY is a commercial photographer who got his start assisting such prominent photographers as Annie Leibovitz, Steve Steigman, and David Langley before branching out on his own. Paul has worked with corporate, advertising, and editorial clients, including American Express, Sony, Citigroup, and Ford, and photographed celebrities from Roger Daltrey to Aretha Franklin. American Farmer, Paul’s first book, led him on a three-year, nearly 100,000-mile journey capturing farmers from Alaska to Maine. His next book, Everyday Heroes, is a collection of 50 extraordinary “ordinary” individuals who have made an astonishing difference in the lives of others. This is his third year teaching for The Workshops. Paul’s web site is www.paulmobleystudio.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Portfolio Required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,250 FEES: $230 Model and Location

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Sean Kernan

Creativity and the Photographer July 29-August 3

Photography has a way of taking us to our deepest creativity. Most photographers hope that these flashes of creativity will show up at just the right time. But you don’t have to wait for them: you can go looking. Creativity is there all along, and there are ways you can get to it. Over years of teaching and studying, Sean has gathered a series of simple exercises that explore and deepen our creative state through direct experience, and that help to make it available all the time. During this workshop we apply these exercises to daily photographic assignments, giving us the chance to see where our best work really comes from, and how to get at it more fully. In addition, as we expand our seeing and awareness, our pictures begin to change. This is a process that continues long after the workshop is over. Extensive photographic knowledge is not a requirement; you must merely be open to new approaches and possess a desire to pursue to the adventure of seeing. We look with our cameras and our minds. We work deep, wake up, and have fun. We do work that is adventuresome and truly our own, and we prize audacious failures over small, safe successes. The only requirement is that you arrive ready to jump in! SEAN KERNAN is a well-known photographer, writer and pioneering teacher who focuses on creativity in photography. He came to photography from theater, and is the author of two monographs, The Secret Books (with Jorge Luis Borges) and Among Trees, as well as Darrell Petit In Stone. He has taught and lectured at Parsons School of Design, Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, Maine Media Workshops, and Yale Medical School. Sean has exhibited internationally and won numerous awards, most recently the Center’s Teacher of the Year, as well as an honorary doctorate from Art Center College of Design, and his writing and photography has appeared in The New York Times Magazine, Communication Arts, Graphis, New York, and many others. This is Sean’s 11th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.seankernan.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $50 Location

Michael Webb

Alternative Processes for Educators

NEW

July 29-August 3

Due to the resurgence of handmade photographic prints and the exploding interest in non-traditional techniques, teachers at all levels now have to be knowledgeable in 19th- and 20th-century alternative processes as well as 21st-century digital imaging. This weeklong workshop provides you, the educator, with a sound foundation in techniques and aesthetics of alternative photographic processes, also known as alt pro. Alt pro has many practical applications for students, is educational beyond the realm of photography, and is fun for a diverse population. Michael starts the week with a survey of the history of non-silver photography, then moves into a hands-on exploration of a wide selection of alt pro processes, including cyanotype, Van Dyke, argyrotype, gum bichromate, salted paper process, albumen, and wax and Polaroid transfer processes. We also cover methods for making enlarged negatives: pinhole cameras, film and digital cameras, flatbed scanners, and copy machines. Focusing on the D.I.Y. approach of art making and creative discovery that many artists and educators share, we explore critique methods, discuss curriculum and lesson planning, and expand our knowledge of artists working in Alt Pro by visiting local museums and galleries. Join Michael for an inspiring week of educational exploration and networking, along with a healthy dose of self-expression and personal growth. MICHAEL WEBB studied photography and art history at the College of Santa Fe, where he later served as an adjunct professor of photography. A teacher at Monte del Sol Charter School since 2000, Michael is passionately committed to youth arts education and has collaborated with Santa Fe institutions such as the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Center for Contemporary Arts, El Museo Cultural, Santa Fe Art Institute, and Santa Fe University of Art and Design, as well as the National Geographic Society in Washington, D.C., and the New Museum in New York City. His work has been exhibited in Santa Fe, San Diego, Portland, El Paso, Chicago, Berlin, and Paris. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $220 Materials

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Sarah Meghan Lee

Beginning Photography Using Digital Cameras August 5-10

Allen Birnbach

The Figure in the Western Landscape August 5-10

The human figure has long been a favorite subject of artists in every medium, including photography. The elements of form, gesture, line, texture, light and shadow, and artistic intention all play vital roles in creating successful figure studies. By placing the human figure into a unique and inspiring landscape, we add the additional element of nature and open up countless new opportunities for exploring these elements. Developing a personal vision and point of view is a goal of this works hop. In daily field sessions, we learn how to work with models in a professional manner and learn to establish a rhythm to the session that encourages artistic feedback and active participation from the model. Classroom time is devoted to discussions, critiques of the previous day’s images, and one-on-one reviews. Participants are grouped into teams of three, and work with one model at a time. Individual attention is a driving concept behind the workshop, and during each cycle Allen spends time with each photographer, answering questions, and making suggestions. In addition to onsite input, there are daily critiques for fine-tuning your vision. Allen covers how to get proper exposures outdoors, how to create dynamic compositions, and how to balance message and aesthetics in one image. Importantly, he also shares his insights on establishing a strong working relationship with models and creating the environment of trust, mutual respect, and collaboration that allows great figure studies to emerge.

This start-from-scratch workshop takes you, the beginning photographer, from the basics of proper exposure to the ultimate goal of creating more compelling photographs. Over the course of a week, you build a solid technical foundation that enables you to make the photographs you have always wanted to make. You learn to be comfortable with your camera by understanding manual modes of exposure, the manipulation of depth of field, and the ground rules for using specific shutter speeds. Subsequent discussions cover such topics as focus, composition, lenses, natural light, and complex lighting situations. Sarah has you on the move throughout the workshop, practicing new skills daily during field trips in and around historic and picturesque Santa Fe. Sarah encourages an energetic and creative atmosphere that builds confidence in photographic abilities while nurturing the development of a unique personal vision. At the end of the week, you leave Santa Fe feeling energized and newly confident about your photography, encouraged and inspired by a collection of images that illustrate your technical and creative growth. Sarah Meghan Lee began her career as an assistant photo editor for USA Today. In 1996, she pursued her dream of being a photojournalist by traveling to Rwanda, where she worked for international relief agencies, newspapers, and the Associated Press. For 15 years, she worked as a photojournalist in Africa, Latin America, and the American Southwest. Her photographs have been published in USA Today, The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, and The Boston Globe. She currently teaches photography at U.C. San Diego Extension and the Art Academy of San Diego. This is Sarah’s 13th year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.sarahmeghanleephotography.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Beginners WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer Special Notes: Participants must bring a laptop computer with image viewing software. Participants in this workshop have the option of using Nikon D-SLR cameras provided by the Workshops or bringing his/her own D-SLR camera. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $40 Model and Location

Allen Birnbach’s career has spanned the worlds of advertising and fine art photography for over thirty years. His enthusiasm for solving complex lighting scenarios and collaborating with unique individuals has resulted in client assignments that have taken him to over 20 countries. Allen’s images been exhibited in galleries around the world, represented in numerous private and corporate collections, and celebrated by Communication Arts, Photo District News, Photo Design, DoubleTake, and the Black and White Spider Awards. Allen teaches photography at UCLA Extension in Los Angeles, The Anderson Ranch, Focus on Nature, and an online blog, ABetterPhotograph.com. This is his second year teaching for The Workshops. Allen’s web site is www.birnbachfigureworks.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $350 Model and Location

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David X. Tejada

Corporate Photography and the Annual Report

NEW

August 5-10

Jennifer B. Hudson

Fine-Art Women’s Portraiture

NEW

August 5-10

Engage in an intimate study of the creation of artful and evocative women’s portraiture. Jennifer is known for a distinctive visual style that plumbs the antique and incorporates the forgotten or discarded, and in this workshop we tap into our own creativity and discover methods for crafting similarly sensitive and intense photographs, from conception to conclusion. Learn how to translate your inspiration into images, define your own personal style, and effectively communicate your ideas to your subjects. In the studio and in stunning Santa Fe locations, we explore the creation of layered composite images, delving into tried and true techniques for antiquing, processing, and finishing photographs for final printing. We work with models to practice our new skills, while finding inspiration for studio imagery and discovering simple solutions for high-impact style. We also explore innovative, delicate posing methods; surprisingly simple, beautiful lighting ideas; and easy, fresh styling concepts. Though in-depth portfolio reviews and daily critiques, you gain specific strategies for improving your technical skill set and strengthening your vision. Embrace an intricate and intuitive method of making portraits in this intense course that celebrates women—and inspires you as an artist.

Learn how to enter the exciting world of corporate photography from a photographer who has walked those hallowed halls for over 30 years. David X. Tejada specializes in location work for corporate and annual report clients, and over the course of a week spent in the classroom and on location he shares what it takes to succeed in this demanding field. David guides us through the finer points of career choices, evaluating the relative merits of the freelance path versus the in-house photography position and helping us learn how to identify prospective clients and meet their needs. We explore shooting to a predetermined layout and dealing with designers and other creatives involved in that process. He takes us through address location logistics, including permits and producers, weather concerns, and scouting. We also tackle the subject of the road kit, determining what equipment is needed and how to pack. Finally, there’s the matter of money: cancellations, the pros and cons of creative fees and day rates, and other contract issues. And, of course, we take photographs and evaluate our images daily in individual and group critiques. Middle management and executive portraits are an important part of every corporate shoot, and knowing how to light them in a studio setting and on location is crucial. David has three decades’ worth of tricks and tips in store—don’t miss out! DAVID X. TEJADA is one of the most highly regarded location photographers in the commercial world, recognized for his graphic style and dramatic, innovative techniques. He has specialized in location work for corporate annual reports for 27 years, and has traveled around the world on assignment for clients such as Fluor Engineering, Newmont Mining, Barrick Gold, Washington Group, CH2M HILL, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, and Chevron Energy Solutions. David’s work has been featured in Photo District News and Shutterbug. This is his fourth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.davidtejada.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow and custom functions on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $185 Model and Location

Jennifer B. Hudson’s staged imagery is both artistically stylized and meticulously crafted. Drawing inspirations from themes of faith and the intricacy of personal relationships, she dynamically illustrates the vicissitudes of the human heart. Jennifer is an MFA degree candidate at the University of New Mexico, studying fine art and photography. In addition to creating commissioned private portraits for various clients, she is an international speaker and lecturer who has presented at public and private photographic organizations. Her latest major body of work, “Medic,” explores the breadth of human relationships during illness and recovery. Jennifer’s work has been shown in multiple group and solo exhibitions. Her web site is www.jenniferhudsonfineart.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of artificial lighting, digital workflow, and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,250 FEES: $260 Model and Location

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PAUL ELLEDGE and LEASHA OVERTURF

The Modern Portrait in Black and White

NEW

August 5-10

Designed for photographers who are ready for the challenge of going beyond the surface of traditional photographic portraits, this workshop emphasizes creating a personal style of portraiture through the nontraditional use of black-and-white and environment. Using any and all photographic tools, Paul and Leasha illuminate ways to expand the photographic possibilities of the modern black-andwhite portrait. Other topics focused on include instinct, self-confidence, and trust in the creative process. We explore creative freedom and discover new ways of seeing that come from the imagination. Through lectures, critiques, demonstrations, assignments, and the study of Paul and Leasha’s own portraits, participants are inspired to push beyond the traditional rules of portrait making to define a more contemporary approach. We photograph both models and Santa Fe residents from all walks of life in a variety of interesting locations. Throughout the week we learn to connect not only with our subjects, but also with ourselves. As we define a personal style, we learn to trust our personal point of view. Paul Elledge has been honored with numerous national and international awards for work that melds photographic realism with painterly qualities of illustration. His clients include major advertising agencies, record companies, and corporations. Paul has photographed AC/DC, Billy Corgan, Jennifer Hudson, Ministry, Willie Nelson, Trent Reznor, Luciano Pavarotti, and Oprah Winfrey. His work has appeared in Audubon, Fast Company, Life, Men’s Health, People, Rolling Stone, Time, and Wired, among other publications. Paul’s book Luna Bella Luna chronicles the people of Vesale, Italy. He has also directed music videos and television commercials. This is Paul’s 13th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.paulelledge.com. Leasha Overturf’s documentary photographs explore childhood, teenage relationships, and her immediate family. Leasha uses county fairs, public gathering spaces, and city streets and environments to find and photograph her subjects. Her work has appeared in various publications and exhibited at numerous venues, including The Chicago Project, organized by the Catherine Edelman Gallery in Chicago. In addition to doing her own photography projects, Leasha has worked closely with photographer Paul Elledge since 1993. The two also co-teach at the Toscana Photographic Workshops in Italy. This is Leasha’s 13th year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.leasha.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $220 Model and Location

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EDDIE SOLOWAY

A Natural Eye: The Summer Landscape August 5-10

At the heart of any good photograph is a passion for the subject, and the artist’s ability to capture it with a unique vision. If you love photographing the outdoors, yet find that your images still look like pretty postcards, join Eddie Soloway for an intense week of viewing the natural world with fresh, new eyes. This workshop develops your natural eye first, and then improves your technical skills to match your vision. You spend as much time immersing yourself in nature, sharpening your senses and changing your perspective as you do on developing new photographic skills. Northern New Mexico comes alive in summer. The high aspen forests are dotted with wildflowers that show off a wild palette of purples, greens, oranges, and chalky whites. The end-of-day light casts a clarity that has long been a magnet for photographers, writers, and painters. Our week of outdoor experiences in this diverse environment take you through key steps to enriching your photographs of the natural world, as you find yourself focusing less on objects and things, and more on the magic of moments and the essence of places. Join Eddie for an inspiring blend of technical lessons, daily image reviews, one-on-one meetings, and eye-opening outdoor adventures. As you hear more and touch more, you begin to photograph with more sensitivity, patience, and serenity. Eddie soloway’s biography is on page 19.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera SPECIAL NOTES: Participants must be able to download, select, and transfer images to their own jump drive for class each day TUITION*: $1,075 FEES: $15 Materials and Location

JOHN WEISS

Photographing People August 5-10

In the ever-changing world of photography, we remain fascinated with ourselves and our fellow human beings. If you’ve always wanted to photograph people but have been hesitant to try—or simply wish to improve your skills—this workshop is for you. We focus on the two main categories of photographing people: portraits and candids. The Portrait: A photographic portrait can convey the truest aspect of the human condition. The best ones capture shared humanity while portraying individual uniqueness. Learn how to engage both strangers and friends, how to create a collaborative partnership with your subjects, and how to incorporate gesture and background—all in the service of creating an engaging, unified, and memorable portrait. The Candid: The candid photograph is the polar opposite of the portrait. Here you are an observer, remaining as inconspicuous as possible. Instead of slowly building a rapport with one individual, you must act with speed and precision to reveal the tapestry of a singular, distinctive moment. We explore the art of street photography, learning to react decisively to the unexpected as it occurs. In both areas we discover techniques for increasing concentration and awareness, working with intent and proficiency. You come away with new skills and confidence in photographing people, providing a springboard for further exploration. John Weiss studied photography at M.I.T. and earned his MFA at RISD. As head of photography at the University of Delaware, John received his university’s Excellence in Teaching Award and was also named Teacher of the Year by the Santa Fe Center for Photography. The Photo Review cited his graduate program for its “outstanding contribution to photography.” John has lead numerous photo safaris in Africa and tours in Europe and South America. His work is in the Museum of Modern Art, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Bibliotheque Nationale. This is John’s 20th year teaching for The Workshops. His work can be viewed at http://gallery.me.com/jjdoublejj. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,175

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Francesca Yorke

Intensive: The Gardens of Santa Fe

NEW

August 17-19

Take a photographic journey with gorgeous high-desert light in some of Santa Fe’s most alluring gardens and learn how to capture the beauty of these intriguing spaces. During this two-and-a-half day workshop we visit a variety of gardens and explore the basic principals of successful garden photography, honing a variety of techniques for depicting the essence and quality of a garden in a cohesive sequence of images. This leads to the production of a visual story; you learn, in step-bystep detail, how to create a garden feature for a magazine. Elements you master include the all-important establishing wide shot, which is vital in showing the overall aspect and design of the garden, mid shots that create pace, and the close-ups used to highlight detail and points of interest. At various intervals, we take opportunity to view many types of garden images in a series of slideshows. We also spend time critiquing work, both as a group and individually. Francesca’s specially designed exercises help you discover how to capture, in the simplest way possible, the best images for any given situation. There are many tricks up the garden photographer’s sleeve! francesca yorke’s biography is on page 8. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475 FEES: $40 Location and Materials

Dottie Lopez

Black-and-White Digital Infrared Photography

NEW

August 20-23

While the traditional photographic image captures reflected light, infrared (IR) photography captures invisible light—infrared radiation, to be exact. There are many practical applications for IR photography, including criminology, photomicrography, and celestial photography. IR images are otherworldly, surreal, and dream-like, offering never-ending surprises, and this four-day workshop focuses on the creative aspects that have intrigued and fascinated photographers for decades. If you are searching for a new creative outlet, IR is an effective vehicle for expanding the range of your artistic vision. Working with digital point-and-shoot cameras or digital SLRs, we take a journey into the technical and aesthetic aspects of the magical world of digital infrared photography, learning to see in IR and discovering the best ways of recording the IR spectrum. Daily field sessions in the stunning New Mexico light provide myriad opportunities for photographing landscapes, architecture, people, and animals. Back in the classroom, Dottie demonstrates techniques for enhancing and adjusting IR images with Adobe Photoshop and Nik Software. Through critiques we review the technical aspects and creative potential of your images. In addition, Dottie also examines color IR and high dynamic range (HDR) photography, as well as the creation of panoramas. You depart with the knowledge and tools to create and capture the imagery of your dreams. Dottie Lopez left a career in corporate America to pursue her passion for photography. As a student at the Rocky Mountain School of Photography, she enhanced her photographic and darkroom skills while immersing herself in the digital world. Dottie served as a course coordinator at the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops and later worked in the digital lab, where she assisted many renowned Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom artists. She has also worked and taught alongside many National Geographic photographers. Dottie provides private tutoring and coaching, helping students strengthen their own photography. This is her fifth year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.dottielopezphotography.com.

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WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow; knowledge of Adobe Photoshop is helpful but not required Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $895 FEES: $40 Location

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Will Van Beckum

Adobe Lightroom Intensive: Organizing and Enhancing Your Images August 24-26

Adobe Lightroom is an incredibly powerful tool for photographers of all levels. In this two-and-a-half day intensive you learn the ins-and-outs of proper Lightroom workflow to help you strengthen and streamline your photographic output. Will begins by explaining how Lightroom handles files, then takes us through importing and organizing image files from our cameras and hard drives. Lightroom’s powerful organizational tools make it possible to sort through thousands of images with ease, and a principal goal of this workshop is to teach you how to navigate this program’s essential element. Using Lightroom’s system of Collections, Keywords, Flags, Stars, and Color Labels, you gain a solid understanding of how to simply manage photographs stored on your home computers. From organization we move onto Lightroom’s powerful developing tools. Using the Develop module, we make adjustments ranging from correcting exposure to creating vignetting, in order to enhance the quality of our images. Will also demonstrates how to synchronize Develop settings across groups of images in order to streamline your workflow. We wrap up by learning how to export images for print or web viewing. After a quick review of the skills that were covered, you’re equipped to get the most out of your digital images using Adobe Lightroom at home. Will Van Beckum is a recent graduate of Emerson College, where he studied cinematography and photography. His photographic pursuits led him to Santa Fe where he is currently the Digital Lab Coordinator for the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Will’s photographs explore the world around him in an attempt to make sense of an increasingly urbanized planet. He has exhibited his work in galleries around New England, Southern California, and Northern New Mexico. His web site is www.williamvanbeckum.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of the computer SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475

David Halpern

Seeing in Black and White August 27-31

Although the digital revolution has given the creative photographer more tools and options for capturing and enhancing the monochromatic image, none can be employed as a substitute for the unequaled ability of the human mind to visualize the potential in a subject—whether it be a portrait, documentary statement, or landscape. During these five days, working with the uniquely inspiring resources of Santa Fe and nearby attractions, we explore the play of light on natural colors, forms, and textures. We practice interpreting familiar hues with more subjective shadings of black and white, to express qualities capable of evoking positive viewer response. We learn to previsualize images, properly expose for the final outcome, and use our in-camera tools, computer software, and printing technology to turn our visualizations into powerful images that match the inspiration we felt at the moment of capture. The workshop provides ample on-location opportunities for making portraits, landscapes, architectural details, or documentary studies. It also includes one-on-one conferences with David, lab instruction, and time for printing, demonstrations, discussions, image evaluations, and portfolio reviews. You enhance your ability to see in black and white, and at the same time increase your understanding and appreciation of color. DAVID HALPERN is a photographer, author, eleven-time National Parks artist-inresidence, and a veteran instructor with more than 25 years of workshop and classroom experience. Solidly grounded in the techniques of traditional fine art and commercial photography, he is also a strong advocate for the digital image. David is known for his generous teaching style and emphasis on self-expression. His most recent book, Pilgrim Eye, chronicles his more than fifty years of photographing the American landscape. He is a life member of the American Society of Media Photographers. This is David’s second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.davidhalpern.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,045

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George DeWolfe

Intensive: Authenticity– The Process of Photographic Creativity September 7-9

Blue Fier

Intensive: Time-Lapse Photography September 1-3

Time-lapse sequences are an exciting way to add motion content to your photography skills. When stills are taken over a long period of time and played back at a faster rate, time speeds up and a dynamic new medium unfolds. In this fast-paced, two-and-a-half day intensive we use still images from our digital cameras and explore the endless subject possibilities and uses of time-lapse movies. We start with looking at the many uses of time-lapse sequences. We then learn how to set up our digital cameras, use an intervalometer to time the image sequences, and pick the right interval for different subjects. After recording our first images, we use Adobe Lightroom to import, adjust, and export them. Next, we bring everything into QuickTime Pro to assemble the initial movie and move it to iMovie to add titles and other effects. We head outdoors to grab additional footage and record audio in the field with portable digital stereo recorders before returning to The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab to complete the process. The next step is importing our audio into GarageBand and sweetening the sound with editing and layering techniques. We combine the audio with your new iMovie and take time to view and critique your finished project. Finally, we upload your movies to YouTube or Vimeo so others can see them—and collapse in happy exhaustion! Blue Fier specializes in the vigorous field of location photography. He has photographed advertising campaigns for major corporations, creating images of people and products in exotic environments. Blue feels his MA and MFA degrees in art have given him a classic yet unique perspective. His years of creating order out of chaos have lead to his recently published book, Composition Photo Workshop, which has been translated into Spanish, Czech, Polish, and Mandarin Chinese. This is Blue’s second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.bluefier.com.

Authenticity is the single most important attribute a photographer can learn and possess. Not only is it a process of working from within, but it can also eventually lead to the creation of the masterpiece. This workshop explores the perceptual and technical processes involved in authenticity. Typically, photographers practice their craft without giving enough thought to vision, awareness, and the basic fundamental technical aspects that cause the effects they create. In contrast, the process of authenticity deals directly with the fundamentals of creating an image, by enabling photographers to work directly from their unique nature, rather than photographing derivatively. George starts by reviewing the fundamentals of “photographic seeing,” and the skills necessary to accomplish it. Next, we examine the basic technical problems that hound us when we are making images, both in photographing a subject and in post-processing. Lastly, we study and practice a way to free ourselves from the concepts and styles of other photographers. The simple answer to a creative life in photography is emptying yourself of all unnecessary impediments, and seeing the world as if only the wind had blown that way before. This intensive starts you toward accomplishing this goal by freeing you from entrenched rules of composition, foundational technical problems, and unproductive behaviors. George DeWolfe is an award-winning photographer whose career spans more than 40 years. A student of Ansel Adams and Minor White, George studied perception with Dr. Richard Zakia and earned an MFA in photography and graphic art from the Rochester Institute of Technology. His commercial clients include APC, Eastman Kodak, and Sears. He has published three books: At Home in the Wild, George DeWolfe’s Digital Fine Print Workshop, and B&W Printing. George leads workshops and seminars nationwide on such topics as “Large Format, Digital Fine Prints,” “The Master Print,” “Contemplative Photography,” and “The Contemplative Landscape.” This is George’s 12th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.georgedewolfe.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Efficiency in Adobe Lightroom 3 and basic Photoshop CS5 skills are requirements Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475

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Jock McDonald

Exceptional Portraits September 10-14

Delve into an extremely creative, intuitive realm of hands-on portraiture that goes beyond mere technical expertise to capture the emotional spirit of subjects. On location and in the classroom, Jock demonstrates ways to approach the human portrait to incorporate not only character but emotion, too. We explore—on location and in historic Santa Fe—the concepts of human relationships, risk-taking, emotion, and creativity. Under Jock’s guidance, we practice illuminating humanity, connecting with one another, and getting inside the “cultural bubble.” We examine self-trust and how our fears affect the creative process. We learn about and use the emotion of light, the difference between seeing and looking, intuitive composition, and making intentional mistakes. Jock also introduces the “quick sketch” technique, which enables us to shape the creative intent while being open to capturing the moment. Throughout the week, we use combinations of flash and available light to take in the remarkable and colorful surroundings of Santa Fe, our backdrop for making portraits. We also go on location to the New Mexico State Fair and rodeo, as well as local ranches. Participants willing to share and be open to feedback from group discussions, critiques, and individual time with Jock take portraiture to a new level. It’s all about finding the exceptional emotional moment within the decisive moment. © George DeWolfe

George DeWolfe

The Black-and-White Master Print September 10-14

A masterpiece is the product of an artist’s individual authentic genius. That authenticity forms presence, the result of light working on form. An examination of the great master painters and photographers reveals that this relationship—light on form creating presence—is the key element of a genuine masterpiece. This workshop lays out the perceptual and technical skills necessary to practice and create presence. We begin with a detailed study of presence in Old Master paintings and photographs. Then we head out on location to make our photographs, applying the perceptual and photographic skills necessary to achieve presence. Back in The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab, we learn about perceptual correction skills and image manipulation tools. For simplicity, we use no more than five specifically relevant tools—our emphasis is on the organic process of perception and presence, not the complexities of imaging tools and techniques. We complete the workshop by printing inkjet photographs that reveal the presence we have given life to in our images. This is an opportunity for photographers to hone their perceptual skills, while learning how to use a minimal number of highly effective tools to create the essential element of presence.

Jock McDonald has been a professional photographer for 28 years. His work, in both black-and-white and color, is distinguished by wit, humor, pathos, and qualities of mystery. Jock’s most recent exhibition, “One World Portrait,” was shown at the Lehigh University Art Gallery Virtual Gallery 2010. His portraits and depictions of rural life around the world have been widely published and exhibited in the U.S., Mexico, Russia, Ukraine, and Cuba. His clients include Absolut Vodka, Eastman Kodak, Gap, Levi Strauss & Co., Vogue (French and German editions), and Xerox. This is Jock’s second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.jockmcdonald.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $110 Model and Location

george dewolfe’s biography is on page 44. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow, Adobe Photoshop CS5 and Lightroom 3; familiarity with printing techniques Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,250 FEES: $220 Materials

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NEVADA WIER

Creativity and Travel Photography

September 17-21

A lively blend of lectures, discussions, and outdoor assignments, this workshop with Nevada Wier tackles the challenges of photographing with creative intent while on the move with a digital camera. We discuss equipment and digital concerns in different travel and outdoor environments, ways to approach and photograph people, sensitivity to cross-cultural issues in foreign countries, and tips, both theoretical and practical, on using natural light as well as fill-flash. The week includes group and individual critiques, personal assignments, and great fun in the field. The emphasis is on elevating your creative vision and expanding your photographic technique, all while remaining fleet-footed and agile. The historic town of Santa Fe and its environs, provide the ideal environment for the travel photographer— no passport required! Consistently named one of the top ten travel destinations in the world by Conde Nast Traveler magazine, Santa Fe offers the opportunity to photograph a diversely cultural community and a broad spectrum of natural environment. We also photograph at the New Mexico State Fair in Albuquerque. These inspiring locales are the perfect, dramatic locations backdrops for our photographic adventures on the move.

NEVADA WIER is an award-winning photographer specializing in the remote corners of the globe and the cultures that inhabit them. Her work has taken her to India, China, Mongolia, S.E. Asia, Nepal, Africa, Borneo, and South America. Her images have appeared in numerous national and international publications, including National Geographic, Geo, Islands, National Geographic Traveler, Outdoor Photographer, Outside, and Smithsonian. Nevada is a Fellow of the Explorer’s Club and a member of the Women’s Geographic Society. This is her 17th year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.nevadawier.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow, custom functions on your digital SLR camera, the basics of photography, and a working knowledge of Adobe Lightroom (or a similar program) Special Notes: A converted digital camera is required; participants will be advised on how to convert a camera prior to the start of the workshop. Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. PORTFOLIO required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent images. TUITION*: $1,250 FEES: $70 Location

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Jennifer Spelman

Basics of Digital Photography September 17-21

JULIEN McROBERTS

Route 66 Photo Adventure: Capture to Print September 18-22

Take the off ramp into a bygone era of Route 66 in New Mexico, and see how America traveled from 1926 up to the 1960’s. Our photographic journey takes us to the intact and off-the-beaten-path locations where we discover wonderful old Route 66 trading posts, filling stations, diners, tourist traps, vintage cars, and ghost towns, all along the scenic “Mother Road.” We begin at the heart of Route 66 in Albuquerque exploring both the new and vintage sites along the famous Central Avenue. For the next two days, we continue our road trip, traveling past the Texas state line to Adrian, the midway point of Route 66. We work to hone our travel photography skills and our personal style and our schedule includes field demonstrations and individual reviews of work in progress. On Saturday morning, we return to Santa Fe along the pre-1937 route. The remainder of our time is spent editing, processing, and printing our images in The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab. The often-romanticized Route 66 inspires in many of us a nostalgic tug at something buried deep within us. The Mother Road is a unique experience, a feeling, a perception, a taste of sight and sound, and a photo journey not to be missed.

JULIEN McROBERTS is a leading Southwest editorial photographer who has the unique ability to capture intimate cultural moments, places, and people without ever disturbing the scene. Her extensive travel experience helps her to know where and how to situate herself in order to find these unique moments. Born in the American West, this world is hardly foreign to Julien. “I have the West in my blood,” she says, and she has the portfolio to prove it. Julien’s clients include National Geographic Traveler, Sunset, New York, New Mexico and Popular Photography magazines and Amazon.com. This is her third year teaching for The Workshops. Julien’s web site is www.julienmcroberts.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab while in Santa Fe. TUITION*: $850 FEES: $60 Materials

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new Santa Fe Fall Workshops September 23-28 NEW High Desert Light

Marc Muench, page 50 NEW The Language

of Landscapes Michael Long, page 50 NEW A Natural Eye Master

Class: Finding Your Voice Eddie Soloway, page 51 NEW Deeper into Landscape Linde Waidhofer, page 51

Autumn in Northern New Mexico is a magical time of year. The landscape is awash with color, the air brisk, the light gently envelops, and Santa Fe is vibrant with special seasonal activities. Our new Focus Series workshops embrace landscape and color— the dominant themes of this stunning season. Join us for these uniquely structured and inspiring week-long learning experiences.

Each of the eight workshops in The Focus Series has a photographic theme—LANDSCAPE photography during the last week in September and COLOR photography the first week of October. The workshop instructors have been carefully chosen for their expertise in the given theme, their experience leading workshops, and their interest in working collaboratively with each other to create a rich and lively educational program.

focusseries: LANDSCAPE September 23-28, 2012 with Eddie Soloway, Marc Muench, Linde Waidhofer, and Michael Long

focusseries: COLOR September 30-October 5, 2012 with Sam Abell, Arthur Meyerson, Gregory Heisler, and Kate Breakey September 30–October 5 NEW The Hand-Colored Photographic Print Kate Breakey, page 52

The Next Step Sam Abell, page 52 NEW The Evocative Portrait

Greg Heisler, page 53 NEW The Color Moment Arthur Meyerson, page 53

One of the little noted but truly valuable benefits of attending a workshop in Santa Fe is meeting and interacting with participants and instructors in other classes. Taking this benefit to the next logical step, The Focus Series is a new program—part workshop, part festival, part seminar—that allows you to enroll in a workshop and also engage and interact on a formal basis with the other three workshop instructors and their participants. Each participant selects one workshop to focus on during the week, with the added benefit of all-community activities throughout the week that include instructor image presentations, roundtable discussions with questions and answers, technical presentations, and all-group meals. The Focus Series is designed to be an educational experience unlike any other, one that will change the way you look at the world and just may change the way you look at your life. Don’t miss this opportunity to take your photography to unimagined levels.

Come to inspirational Santa Fe during the magnificent autumn season for The Focus Series and expand your photographic horizons, hone your technical skills, and refine your creative vision with master photographers and our broad community of workshop participants. clockwise from left: © Kate Breakey, © Mark Muench, © Greg Heisler, © Linde Waidhofer, © Michael Long

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Michael Long

The Language of Landscapes

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September 23-28

Marc Muench

High Desert Light

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September 23-28

There is no better place to study the interplay of light and land than the exquisite high desert of Santa Fe. And with the inspiring light and landscapes of Northern New Mexico beckoning, rest assured this workshop is first and foremost about photographing. Mark takes us to a wide variety of locations, where we concentrate on working with the light to make a great subject stand out. We visit those locations multiple times to study the effects that different times of day—and different types of weather—have on our subjects. We go to at least one of our chosen spots at night to take advantage of New Mexico’s clear, starry skies, using this special time to examine one of the more unusual aspects of high desert light. Our classroom time is spent reviewing images and reinforcing learned techniques, such as how to utilize different types of light and effectively post-process those images, with a special emphasis on the night exposures. We practice pre-visualization and strengthen our compositional skills by learning how to read our images, breaking them down into regions to post-process different areas separately. We also work in Adobe Lightroom and pick up some helpful Adobe Photoshop techniques. Guided by Mark’s expertise on location, we deeply examine the role of light in turning a good image into a truly outstanding image.

Whenever you venture into a landscape—whether it’s a natural environment or one that is human-constructed—you are offered countless photographic opportunities. The potential lies not only in what you see, but also in how you interpret it. In this expansive workshop, Michael encourages us all to embrace an increased awareness of what a landscape photograph can be and helps us find the visual language to bring it to life. We spend daily time together in natural and urban landscape settings, investigating the language of composition—form, color, line, and positive and negative space—as well as the meanings that lie behind what we see literally and feel emotionally. Michael guides us first in seeing and then in capturing the vast nuances of light and interplay of shadows. Working with the grandeur of the expansive terrain and the intimacies encompassed within it, you uncover perceptions and interpretations that connect to something deeply personal. Your reward is the inspiring photographic work that results. Santa Fe and its surrounding area offer a captivating environment that encourages an openness of vision and an increased photographic awareness. Come take advantage of Northern New Mexico’s breathtaking terrain and learn techniques that allow you to create landscape images that are both poetic and unique. Michael Long is the founder of Austin Photography Workshops. He received a MFA from the University of Colorado and a BFA from the College of Santa Fe, both in photography. He also studied painting with Richard Pousette-Dart at the Art Students League of New York. Michael has taught at University of Colorado, Eastern New Mexico University, University of Hawaii, Santa Fe Community College, PHOTOsynthesis, Austin Museum of Art, Rockland Center for the Arts, and Dar al-Kalima College, in Palestine. His work has been exhibited nationally and in Italy, Colombia, Mexico, and the Netherlands. This is his fourth year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.austinphotographyworkshops.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $1,095

Marc Muench has been a professional landscape and sports photographer for over 20 years. His work has graced the pages or covers of Time, National Geographic, Traveler, Arizona Highways, Ski, Skiing, Sunset, Outside, and Sierra Magazine. It also appears in books, calendars, note cards, postcards, posters, and annual reports. In 2003, Marc was designated a Kodak Photo Icon. He recently completed an extensive project with the National Park Service on the Natchez Trace Parkway and is now the artist in residence for the popular online forum Dgrin. His most recent published book is Exploring North American Landscapes. This is his second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.marcmuench.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent landscape images. TUITION*: $1,095

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Linde Waidhofer

Deeper into Landscape

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September 23-28

Eddie Soloway

A Natural Eye Master Class: Finding Your Voice

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September 23-28

There comes a time in the creative journey when it’s no longer enough to make nice but unconnected images. Instead, you find yourself looking for a voice, a starting point from which to express a passion, and a way to tie all together. This new master class takes the journey deeper, as you figure out what you want to say and explore ways of saying it. Our week begins with your presentation of where you are, and where you want to go, photographically. Then you look inside yourself and determine how to bring your vision forward. Using your camera as a sketching tool, you are introduced to many ways of articulating your vision and many outlets for introducing it to the world. Our week includes daily forums, photo diaries, visual exercises, and guest artists who share their own journeys. Throughout, Eddie celebrates the act of seeing and shares his commitment to complete immersion in the landscape. His contagious enthusiasm and invaluable guidance support you as you plunge into deeper commitment. Take your technical proficiency and self-sufficiency to the next level as you connect with your individual voice and discover how to create compelling images with a unifying focus.

Mexican author Juan Rulfo wrote: “A landscape is not just the description of what our eyes see but rather the revelation of what lies behind visual appearances. A landscape never refers only to itself but to something else, something beyond—a metaphysics, a religion, a conception of humanity or of the cosmos.” He’s right. Your landscape photography expresses who you are and what you really care about. It is an interpretation of the world and, at its best, an intensely personal interpretation. But how do you get there? There is no simple formula, but there is a two-part path. One part is mastering the craft (nowadays, this encompasses digital photo techniques) and, in the process, honing and refining your own graphic and photographic style. The other part is connecting with your subject matter. Whether this is a landscape, a specific physical place, or a landscape theme, it should be something that moves you deeply, something you simply have to photograph. We follow both paths, photographing intriguing places in great New Mexico light, and—even more important—critiquing and discussing your photographic journey. Your goal is to create not just a random assortment of good images but a cohesive group of photos that allows you to delve deeper into landscape. Linde Waidhofer sees photography as a passion as well as a profession. The author of seven fine-art books of landscape photography, she is a long-time instructor for The Workshops and a regular contributor to Outdoor Photographer magazine. Linde’s latest photographic adventure is an ongoing visual exploration of Patagonia, a South American region of incredible beauty that is relatively unknown and seldom photographed. She aims to capture the emotional impact of wild and mysterious places in images of simplicity and abstraction. This is Linde’s 16th year teaching at The Workshops. Her web site is www.westerneye.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent landscape images. TUITION*: $1,095

Eddie Soloway’s photographs are an expression of his passion and commitment to the natural world. His eye has developed during a lifetime of exploring the earth’s wild places. Former positions in educational workshop design, wilderness program development, and custom fine photographic printing have further honed his expertise. In 1998, Eddie was the first recipient of the Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award presented by the Santa Fe Center for Photography. Today he divides his time between making fine-art prints, teaching, speaking on creativity and the photographic life, and furthering photographic publishing projects. He is the author of the book, One Thousand Moons, and the instructional DVD, A Natural Eye Workshop. This is Eddie’s 18th year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.eddiesoloway.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent landscape images. TUITION*: $1,095 FEES: $70 Location and Materials

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Sam Abell

The Next Step

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September 30-October 5

Kate Breakey

The Hand-Colored Photographic Print

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September 30-October 5

Hand-coloring is as old as photography itself. In the 19th century, color tinting was applied to early black-and-white prints to make them more closely resemble reality; it was the advent of color films in the 1950s that took photographic hand-coloring techniques into the realm of interpretive artistic expression, which is where it lives today. Applied color has become a way for photographers to communicate their feelings, not just simply a means of creating another color image. Kate introduces you to the materials and techniques of hand-coloring while inspiring you to experiment with your own creative process. You start with traditional silver-based or digitally output prints and then apply a variety of paints, pigments, pencils, and inks to extend the photographic image and produce the effects you are want. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. “Photography is magic in its own mysterious, chemical way,” Kate says, “but I love pigment—the color, the smell, the whole tactile thing.” Spend a week exploring the fine-art possibilities of the hand-colored image with a modern-day master.

The goal of this legendary workshop—rarely offered and always sold out— is to help serious photographers, both professional and amateurs, jumpstart the process of taking their work to the next level. It is designed to motivate by identifying obstacles, clarifying work, and taking the steps necessary to revitalize careers and promote richer photographic lives. Working with renowned photographer and teacher Sam Abell, participants edit their existing portfolios and generate new work. In addition to an intensive daily program of editing and photographic assignments, our schedule includes in-depth, one-on-one and group portfolio sessions with Sam as well as field trips into the compelling cultural landscape of New Mexico. Throughout the workshop each individual seeks to answer two essential questions: “What is a well-lived photographic life?” and “How do I achieve it?” The durable result of this immersion in photography is a leaner, finer approach to working, editing, and carrying projects and careers forward to the next level. Participants in this workshop should have enough of an established path in photography that, through their work and words, they can share with one another the road they have traveled so far, their dreams, and their future destinations. Growth is essential to a well-lived photographic life. This is a workshop about promoting that growth through new work and through applying timeless patterns of thinking about photography in our lives. Sam Abell is a gifted and insightful teacher, an expressive artist, and a sensitive photographer who learned photography from his father, Thad Abell. For 30 years Sam worked for National Geographic as a contract and staff photographer. In 1990, his work was the subject of a one-person exhibition at the International Center of Photography in New York. Since then he has published three collections of his work: Seeing Gardens, Sam Abell: The Photographic Life and The Life of a Photograph. In addition, Sam maintains a career as a writer, teacher, and lecturer on photography. This is his 22nd year teaching at The Workshops. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO required: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent color images. TUITION*: $1,095

Kate Breakey Kate Breakey has gained international recognition for her largescale, richly hand-colored photographs. Her work has appeared in more than 70 oneperson exhibitions and also held in many public collections. A native of South Australia, Kate moved to Austin, Texas, in 1988. She completed a MFA at the University of Texas, where she also taught photography in the Department of Art and Art History. University of Texas Press published her first monograph, Small Deaths, in 2001 and an anthology of her work, Painted Light, in 2010. Her web site is www.katebreakey.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateur, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow TUITION*: $1,095 FEES: $65 Materials © Sam Abell

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Arthur Meyerson

The Color Moment

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September 30-October 5

Gregory Heisler

The Evocative Portrait

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September 30-October 5

Photographing people with a sense of intention. Deliberateness. Purpose. This is what separates the casual or candid portrait from the evocative portrait. Join Gregory in exploring a philosophy and methodology of portraiture that balances conscious decision-making with intuitive navigation of the unpredictable shifts that inevitably occur during the making of a portrait. In the process of making new photographs together, we discuss and demonstrate the cascading series of choices that face every photographer who embark on the creation of a portrait. Choices involving light, mood, tone, and color. Choices involving selection of environment, location, and ambience. Choices involving lighting and camera equipment. Choices that affect your working style. Choices that affect the experience for the subject. Choices that ultimately define the portrait. There are no correct choices; there are only your choices, as personal as your fingerprints. And there is no single best way; it’s a matter of finding the way that works best for you, a way that is truly and uniquely yours. While portraiture is a collaboration, the power rests with the photographer. Learn to use this power to create your best work. It’s what you owe your client, your subject, and yourself. What’s more, it’s empowering, gratifying, and fun.

The great color photographer Ernst Haas once said, “The decisive moment in black and white is not the same in color. Each needs awareness in seeing and, because of this, a different discipline.” Join Arthur in a journey of exploration to heighten your awareness of seeing in color and record those distinctive color moments. Through daily assignments, critiques and discussions, you acquire new techniques to help you become more sensitive to light, color, and composition—and learn to capture those fleeting instants when all the elements come together. The week begins with a review of each participant’s images and a discussion of personal and career goals. In addition to addressing the aesthetics of the color moment, Arthur leads group critiques and spends individual time guiding you in applying your unique vision and refining your style for creative fulfillment and professional success. Daily assignments in the field allow us to take advantage of the stunning light and colors of Northern New Mexico. This workshop also affords a rare opportunity to collaborate with instructors and participants of the other workshops being conducted concurrently. You leave this intense and fun-filled week with a greater appreciation for color, a stronger awareness of your personal vision and strengths, and an enhanced sensitivity in capturing the “decisive moment” in color. ARTHUR MEYERSON is an award-winning photographer and highly sought after workshop instructor. He travels throughout the world photographing for advertising, corporate, and editorial clients. A three-time winner of Adweek’s Southwest Photographer of the Year award, he is on Communication World’s list of top 10 corporate photographers and was named one of the 30 best advertising photographers by American Photo. In 1999, Arthur was named a Nikon Legend Behind the Lens. His photographs are exhibited internationally and appear in such periodicals as Communication Arts, Rangefinder, and Graphis. This is his 20th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.arthurmeyerson.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent color images. TUITION*: $1,095

Gregory Heisler’s work has been featured in Life, Esquire, GQ, GEO, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, and The New York Times Magazine, though he is probably best known for his seventy-odd cover portraits for Time. Advertising clients include American Express, Benson & Hedges, Dewar’s, Merrill Lynch, and Nike. He has taught at the International Center of Photography, The School of Visual Arts, The Smithsonian Institution, and the National Geographic Society. Gregory has received the Alfred Eisenstadt Award and the Leica Medal of Excellence and been profiled in American Photo, Communication Arts, Esquire, and Life, among other periodicals. He is currently Artist-in-Residence at Hallmark Institute of Photography. This is his fourth year teaching for The Workshops. Gregory’s web site is www.gregoryheisler.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow and custom functions on your digital SLR camera PORTFOLIO REQUIRED: Please see the Portfolios section of General Information for guidelines on your submission of recent portraits. TUITION*: $1,095 FEES: $120 Model and Location

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Rick Allred

Seeing the Light with Your Camera Flash

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October 8-11

Leah Bendavid-Val and Sam Abell

Writing for Photographers October 6-9

Learn how your words can add power and meaning to your photography. All photographers can benefit from the ability to write about themselves and their work. This workshop is for photographers who want to express themselves through the written word, be it for use on web sites, in print publications, or to pitch their work for exhibition. It’s also the perfect workshop for those who simply want to explore ways to articulate their photographic aspirations and accomplishments. During the course of the workshop, we look at books and web sites and take field trips to the Photo-Eye bookstore and galleries in Santa Fe. In the classroom we look at successful (and unsuccessful) relationships between photographs and texts and show how carefully chosen words can bring insight and public awareness to your work. There is more than one way to write beautifully—we involve ourselves with various options for writing about your own images. Plan to bring approximately 50 photographs for discussion. In one-on-one conversations with Leah and Sam we reduce the number to approximately ten. We discuss your personal writing goals and we work with you as you apply them to your selected photographs. By the end of the workshop, you have a simple, to-the-point biography, along with concrete descriptions of photographs and projects. In addition to being practical, this workshop will be lighthearted and fun (not ponderous and intimidating!).

Now that you have learned the basics of your camera, it is time to tackle available light and your flash equipment—sometimes called speedlites, off-camera flashes, or small strobes. When we as photographers start to take control and gain hands-on, practical experience, it becomes time to take the camera off auto-mode and start managing the balance between available light and flash. At first encounter, speedlites, with all their bells and whistles, can seem like technical monsters. But as we explore our flashes on manual mode, the control of light begins to make sense and, at the same time, stimulates our imagination. Understanding and exploring lighting can give you consistent control over the “feeling” of your images. Our focus is on the color, quality, and direction of light. We use available light and flash to enhance what we see and what we want to capture with our cameras. In addition, we use these tools to express ourselves creatively. Daily assignments and two evening sessions photographing in Santa Fe are a part of our planned activities. The atmosphere in this four-day workshop is one of exploration, practice, and play. So bring your cameras, speedlites, thirst for knowledge, and creative vision. Rick Allred’s biography is on page 24. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera TUITION*: $995 FEES: $45 Location and Materials

Leah Bendavid-Val is a writer and curator of photography, and former Director of Photography Publishing for National Geographic Books. She has organized photography exhibitions for the Corcoran Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., and the Pushkin Museum of Fine Art, Moscow. She is the author of Song Without Words: the Photographs and Diaries of Countess Sophia Tolstoy, published in 2007. Leah has collaborated with Sam Abell on five books, including co-authoring Sam Abell: the Photographic Life. She is currently a Senior Scholar at the Wilson International Center for Scholars. This is Leah’s 14th year teaching at The Workshops. sam abell’s biography is on page 52. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of the computer Special Notes: Participants must bring a laptop computer with a word processing program installed. TUITION*: $975 FEES: $15 Materials © Rick Allred

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TONY CORBELL

The Complete Nik Software Digital Workflow

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October 8-11

Tony Corbell has found that utilizing Nik Software tools and technologies can result in image-edit times that average less than two minutes, and in this workshop—his first ever in the digital lab—he shows you why reviewers say these game-changing tools “should be required” for all photographers. You are taken step-by-step through the process, from the moment of image capture all the way through to the print. We begin by heading into the field, looking for light and photographing the world-renowned Albuquerque Balloon Festival and other New Mexico landmarks. Tony teaches you how to express your voice with camera, lighting, and post-production techniques. We also work with the leading techniques in black-and-white and explore incredible opportunities to experiment with color. We then make our way back into The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab, where we cover such topics as file organization; saving time via selective editing; noise reduction; making gallery-quality black-and-white images; and sharpening for specific output. We explore retouching techniques that allow you to minimize the hours spent in front of the computer and maximize the ones behind the camera. Join Tony for a unique opportunity to develop your own personal style, stretch your creativity to even greater heights, and harness the power of Nik Software. tony corbell’s biography is on page 19. Sponsored by:

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $995

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Jennifer Spelman

Basics of Digital Photography October 15-19

Nevada Wier

Intensive: Digital Infrared

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October 12-14

Infrared photography is a way of creating images using the invisible infrared light that strikes your subject. Long-time infrared experimenter Nevada Wier calls it “invisible poetry,” because in the process of studying this technique, you move beyond your usual methods of photographing and discover a new way of seeing the world. Infrared is not only ideal for creating dreamy, surreal landscapes, but it’s also lovely for portrait and still life photography. Infrared photography in the digital age is light years ahead of its film counterpart. Two factors have led to this unique niche becoming more accessible: first, the use of digital cameras that have been converted to render infrared light and, second, new digital workflow protocols. In this two-and-a-half day intensive, Nevada introduces you to digital infrared photography. Using converted cameras and Adobe software, you learn the ins and outs of photographing and processing your images. After getting comfortable with the technique, you move into the creative and experimental side of making images with the infrared spectrum. Historic Santa Fe, the neighboring town of Nambé, and the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta provide us with dramatic locations for our infrared explorations. By the end of this intensive you are a maven of invisible light and a maker of photographic poetry!

Jennifer Spelman is a freelance editorial and documentary photographer. She was first introduced to photography by documenting crime scenes for jury presentation with a District Attorney’s office. Leaving behind the world of law enforcement she received her photographic training as a course coordinator with The Workshops, working with some of today’s most preeminent photographers: Jay Maisel, David Alan Harvey & Antonin Kratochvil. Jennifer has been published in Food & Wine, The Sun, Rangefinder, and B&W. Her clients include Seven Squared Media, The Heart Gallery, What Moves You, Sanjhi, and Sustainable Santa Fe. She has co-instructed with National Geographic Expeditions and taught workshops in India, Mexico, and Cuba. This is her fourth year teaching at The Workshops. Jennifer’s web site is www.jenniferspelman.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Beginners WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of the computer TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $125 Location, Materials

nevada wier’s biography is on page 46. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: A converted digital camera is required; participants will be advised on how to convert a camera prior to the start of the workshop. Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475 FEES: $65 Location 56 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

2012 summer/Fall workshops in santa fe

DOTTIE LOPEZ

Composition and Light

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October 22-26

Have you ever asked yourself what makes a good photograph? If you haven’t, you should—and if you have, this workshop is designed to help you answer that all-important question. Join Dottie Lopez as she leads you on a fascinating journey to learn which visual elements are present in those images that speak to the masses. Through lively discussions, image presentations, daily assignments, and group critiques, we explore the visual foundation for creating a compelling photographic image. Dottie reviews the images of iconic and obscure photographers, evaluating the visual techniques and design elements that make the images memorable ones. Under her guidance, we investigate different ways of seeing: using space and depth; finding harmony and balance; and depicting discord and drama. Throughout it all, we focus on that crucial element, the capturing of the critical moment. While knowing how to design the elements in a photograph is important, equally essential to a powerful image is the use of light. In our five days together, Dottie imparts the fundamentals of light—how to see it and evaluate its quality, how to manage it, and how to record it to enhance the power of your photographs. By the week’s end, you possess a solid foundation in seeing, constructing, composing, and playing with light to create images you are proud to share. Dottie Lopez left a career in corporate America to pursue her passion for photography. As a student at the Rocky Mountain School of Photography, she enhanced her photographic and darkroom skills while immersing herself in the digital world. Dottie served as a course coordinator at the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops and later worked in the digital lab, where she assisted many renowned Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom artists. She has also worked and taught alongside many National Geographic photographers. Dottie provides private tutoring and coaching, helping students strengthen their own photography. This is her fifth year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.dottielopezphotography.com.

David Halpern

Four Corners: Capture to Print

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October 16-21

The Four Corners area—where the borders of New Mexico, Arizona, Utah and Colorado converge—boasts some of the most exciting landscapes ever to challenge a photographer’s eye. Join seasoned landscape photographer David Halpern in a three-day exploration of one of the West’s most fascinating regions, followed by two days of interpretive work and printing in The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab. Farmington, New Mexico, the Four Corners’ most centrally located community, serves as our headquarters for the beginning of this adventure. The area surrounding Farmington abounds with extraordinary and sometimes bizarre natural formations, as well as petroglyphs, pictographs, and architectural sites showcasing Navajo and Anasazi architecture. Nearby, standing nearly 1,600 feet above a high desert plain (and visible from great distances) is the imposing Shiprock formation, central to Navajo religion, mythology, and tradition—and subject of many iconic photographs. We travel at a pace that allows your imagination to run free, with all teaching and demonstrations taking place in the field. On our fourth day we return to Santa Fe, where you enjoy your remaining time on The Workshops campus, receiving instructional and technical support, translating your raw images into expressive prints, creating a personal portfolio, and participating in constructive discussions and reviews. Throughout it all, David freely shares his knowledge, enthusiasm, and vision, while encouraging your self-expression.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $70 Model and Location

david halpern’s biography is on page 43. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and your digital SLR camera Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab while in Santa Fe. TUITION*: $895 FEES: $60

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RICK ALLRED

Digital Workflow Essentials: Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop October 29-November 2

Jeremy Sutton

Painting the Passion of Flamenco

NEW

October 22-26

Santa Fe has a rich history of Flamenco and is home to many acclaimed dancers and musicians. The striking gestures, strong shapes, dramatic lighting, infectious energy and powerful passion of Flamenco has inspired artists ranging from John Singer Sargent to Fabian Perez, and this workshop offers a special opportunity to follow in their footsteps by digitally painting from your photographs to capture the raw beauty of this powerful song and dance tradition. Our week begins with an inspiring photo session with local Flamenco performers; this provides the raw material for the digital work ahead. Jeremy then introduces Corel Painter 12 and the Wacom tablet, tools for transforming your photographs into beautiful, evocative paintings. We discover how to use these tools for optimum creative power; mastering the application, control, customization, and organization of Painter brushes; and learning to effectively and efficiently paint from photos. We also explore ways to expand our use of color and ways to apply, capture, customize and organize paper textures. Throughout the week Jeremy shares his approach and techniques for creating work from photo reference, while also assisting you on an individual basis. This one-of-a kind workshop offers you the techniques for being as precise and realistic as you wish—and the freedom to create the painterly, impressionistic artwork of your dreams.

Welcome to the era of digital imagery, where you have no photos to lose, and so much freedom to gain. The freedom that comes from knowing how Lightroom and Photoshop can work together to get your images organized, make them easy to access and give them that all-important “pop.” This workshop combines field sessions to create new images with classroom time in The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab. In the lab, we devote the majority of our time to Lightroom, beginning with the powerful organizing and enhancing tools that give us quick, consistent control of our images. We explore Lightroom’s image rating and cataloging tools and learn practical techniques for image enhancement, including synchronizing enhancement settings to apply to multiple images automatically—an efficient tool that will save you hours of computer time. Photoshop steps in when images need further adjustments, retouching, or compositing. Rick explains the integration between Lightroom and Photoshop, the basic retouching tools in Photoshop and how to keep your new changes stored back in Lightroom. Our goal is to streamline our photographic workflow using Lightroom with some Photoshop, and discover how these two applications help minimize the time you spend on your computer and maximize the time you can devote to your true passion—making pictures! (Please note: This is a Lightroom workshop, with a quick trip into Photoshop for retouching and composition. This is not a beginning Photoshop workshop.) Rick Allred’s biography is on page 24. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $995 FEES: $25 Materials

JEREMY SUTTON is a Corel Painter Master, a long-time beta tester, and a member of the Corel Painter 12 Advisory Council. He studied physics at Oxford University; drawing, sculpture and printmaking at the Ruskin School of Drawing and Fine Art, Oxford; and lithography and drawing at the Vrije Academie, The Hague. Jeremy is the author of six books on digital art, a producer of instructional DVDs, and the founder of PaintboxTV. com. Recent projects include creating live digital paintings in the Cirque du Soleil TOTEM show’s VIP Tapis Rouge tent and tableaux vivants of Degas, van Gogh, and Picasso for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. This is his second year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.jeremysutton.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow; some familiarity with Corel Painter 12 recommended but not required Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,175 FEES: $250 Model and Location 58 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

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Will Van Beckum

Intensive: Final Cut Pro X

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November 5-7

Final Cut Pro has been a staple of the video editing world for years, but its complex user interface made it nearly impossible for the average user to comprehend it. That all changed when Apple redesigned the program and created the new Final Cut Pro X. This latest version takes all of the old software’s powerful features—plus some terrific new ones—and places them in an easy-to-use interface that almost anyone can master. Think iMovie on steroids! This two-and-half-day intensive starts with a complete overview of the Final Cut interface. We learn to import and organize videos, arrange clips in a timeline, and add titles and transitions to a project. From these basics, we move on to more advanced techniques, such as audio mixing, color correction, adding stylistic effects, and exporting your finished product for use in DVD, Blu-Ray, web, or email. Easy to understand presentations of the material, software demonstrations, and plenty of hands-on practice in The Workshops stateof-the-art digital lab is combined with one-on-one assistance from our experienced staff. Whether you have used Final Cut Pro 7 in the past or have never used any video editing software in your life, you leave with the ability to complete projects quickly and efficiently using Final Cut Pro X. Will Van Beckum is a recent graduate of Emerson College, where he studied cinematography and photography. His photographic pursuits led him to Santa Fe where he is currently the Digital Lab Coordinator for the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Will’s photographs explore the world around him in an attempt to make sense of an increasingly urbanized planet. He has exhibited his work in galleries around New England, Southern California, and Northern New Mexico. His web site is www.williamvanbeckum.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow; familiarity with editing software is helpful but not required Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475 FEES: $10 Materials

RICK ALLRED

Adobe Lightroom Intensive: Organizing and Enhancing Your Images November 9-11

This is Adobe Lightroom … and this is also an INTENSIVE. Rick condenses much of the 5-day “Digital Workflow Essentials” workshop into a two-and-a-half-day intensive for people who are ready to get up to speed with Adobe Lightroom and finally organize the hundreds, or even thousands, of images cluttering up their computers and hard drives. Lightroom’s powerful organizing and enhancing tools give us quick, consistent control of our images. We explore its image rating and cataloging tools and learn practical techniques for image enhancement, including how to synchronize enhancement settings to apply to multiple images instantly—a time-saving tool that will save you hours on the computer! Rick explains the integration between Lightroom and Photoshop, the basic retouching tools in Photoshop and how to keep your new changes stored back in Lightroom. Our goal is to streamline your photographic workflow using Lightroom, to make it possible to quickly process your images and find them easily in the future. By minimizing computer time you can maximize the time you devote to your true passion—making new images! RICK ALLRED has been passionate about photography since 1986. He jump-started his digital career in 1996, when he helped launch The Workshops digital program. After a five-year tenure as head of the photography department at the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center in Maui, he returned to the Land of Enchantment to helm the digital lab at The Workshops. Currently, Rick teaches Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and digital photography while pursuing creative projects as a freelance photographer, artist, and educator. With patience and generosity, Rick provides an environment where people can tackle technology with ease and break through creative boundaries. This is his ninth year teaching for The Workshops. Rick’s web site is www.rickallredimagery.com.

60 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475 FEES: $25 Materials

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TONY BONANNO

Fine Art Digital Printmaking

NEW

November 12-16

Learn how to obtain consistent high-quality print output for your color and black-and-white photographic images in this combination workshop that goes out in the field and gives you hands-on experience in a digital lab environment. Internationally renowned master printer and photographer Tony Bonanno takes us to nearby locations where we photograph the scenic beauty of Northern New Mexico before returning to The Workshops state-of-the-art digital lab to process and print our images using Epson printers, inks, and papers. During digital lab sessions we customize a processing and printing workflow, employing Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop in conjunction with the latest generation archival pigment printers. In-depth discussions cover topics such as choosing your hardware and software, color management, display calibration, media profiles, archival paper types and ink compatibility, storage and handling of fine art prints, printer maintenance, and troubleshooting of common printing problems. You print your own images on selected paper types to assess the output quality and characteristics of different media. Join Tony as he shares his expert knowledge and assists you in complementing your photographic vision with the know-how to create exhibition-quality photographic prints. Tony Bonanno is an internationally renowned photographer who has worked extensively throughout the U.S. and Europe, the Caribbean, Central America, Mexico, Africa, and Australia. His diverse subjects have ranged from the President and First Lady of the U.S. to indigenous peoples and their cultures, to capturing the beauty and rhythms of running horses in his acclaimed “Hooves & Dust” series. Tony’s clients include New Mexico Magazine, the National Park Service, Intel Corporation, The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, Johnson & Johnson, HGTV, and the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts, to name just a few. This is Tony’s fourth year teaching at The Workshops. His web site is www.bonannophoto.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow Special Notes: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $1,045 FEES: $250 Location and Materials

Susan Hayre

Intensive: Blurb Bookmaking November 27-29

Spend two-and-a-half fast-paced days in Santa Fe with one goal in mind: creating your own photographic book. We delve into the exciting and rapidly expanding world of custom printed books using Blurb’s BookSmart software. Each participant brings 20 to 30 images from one body of work, such as a personal project or a commercial venture, and learns how to edit, sequence, and lay out a beautiful and stylish photo book that can be ordered online, on demand. We explore all the capabilities of BookSmart in depth, and Susan explains Blurb’s new Color Managed Workflow options. We also investigate Blurb’s ImageWrap feature, the option of dust jackets, and how to enhance static templates with Blurb’s Edit Layout feature. For inspiration and design ideas, we examine books previously published with Blurb, as well as traditionally published books. Participants leave this workshop with their new books ready to be uploaded and published. Susan Hayre is a fine-art photographer and photographic educator. In August she completed her MFA Photography through the Hartford Art School, University of Hartford where she studied with Jörg Colberg, Robert Lyons, Alec Soth and Doug DuBois. Her work is included in several public collections such as the Museum of Fine Arts in Houston, the University of Texas at Dallas, the New Mexico Museum of Fine Art, the New Mexico Art in Public Places, the Portland Museum of Art, and the Centro Fotografico Alvarez Bravo. Susan’s enthusiasm for teaching and learning, and her understanding of the technical as well as artistic sides of photography, make her a dynamic instructor. This is Susan’s second year teaching for The Workshops. Her web site is www.susanhayre.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Proficient in digital workflow and working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab TUITION*: $475

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RICK ALLRED

Basics of Digital Photography December 3-7

Dottie Lopez

Intensive: Adobe Photoshop for Photographers

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Beginners WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of the computer Special Notes: This workshop is held in a classroom equipped with Macintosh computers; personal laptops are optional. Also, participants in this workshop have the option of using Nikon D-SLR cameras provided by The Workshops. TUITION: $1,045 FEES: $45 Location and Materials

November 30-December 2

Focusing on the essential features of Adobe Photoshop, this workshop demonstrates how this powerful program can be used to satisfy the basic requirements of a photographer. During the workshop, Dottie guides participants through the digital workflow process, from concept to completion. Starting with Photoshop’s Bridge utility, participants explore all the important features it offers, from organizing and managing images, to applying keywords and copyright information. Next, participants process images in Photoshop’s Camera Raw Converter, and examine the pros and cons of working with RAW and JPEG file formats. Dottie covers the best techniques and shortcuts for image enhancing, retouching, color adjusting, black-and-white conversion, sharpening, and working with selections. After reviewing and practicing the basics, we dive into a detailed overview of layers, and the infinite possibilities they offer to the photographer. Dottie also shares her knowledge of the best practices for archiving and image presentation. Combining hands-on demonstrations with step-by-step instruction, Dottie provides participants with practical photographic applications for working with Photoshop. Using sample and personal photographs, participants practice processing images from capture to final output. Participants come away from the workshop with Photoshop skills that enable them to independently process and optimize their imagery and photographic vision. dottie lopez’s biography is on page 42. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab. TUITION*: $475

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2012 summer/winter workshops around the world

w ork s hop s around the world June 29-July 1 NEW!

A Natural Eye: Our Urban Parks – Millenium Park (Chicago) Eddie Soloway page 63

July 18-22

The Oregon Coast David Middleton page 64

Aug. 25-Sept. 3

Peru: Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu John Weiss page 64

September 1-15

Ladakh: The Last True Remaining Tibet David Samuel Robbins page 65

September 23-30 NEW!

White Stallion Dude Ranch: Photo Retreat Rick Allred page 65

October 4-15

The Best of Turkey – A Photographic and Cultural Exploration John Weiss page 66

October 10-14

Fall Colors in Vermont David Middleton page 66

October 17-21

Autumn on the Coast of Maine David Middleton page 67

October 17-21

A Natural Eye: Ghost Ranch, New Mexico Eddie Soloway page 68

October 26-28 NEW!

A Natural Eye: Our Urban Parks – Central Park (New York) Eddie Soloway page 68

Oct. 28-Nov. 4

Oaxaca: Day of the Dead Raul Touzon page 69

December 3-13

Incomparable Burma: A Photographic and Cultural Journey through Myanmar David Samuel Robbins page 69

December 7-18

Africa PhotoAdventure Jennifer Spelman and Renie Haiduk

Eddie Soloway

A Natural Eye: Our Urban Parks – Millennium Park (Chicago)

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June 29-July 1

Eddie Soloway’s “Natural Eye” workshop series in our country’s beautiful urban parks makes its summer stop in Chicago’s Millennium Park. It is hard to believe the diversity inside these twenty-four acres nestled next to The Art Institute of Chicago on the shores of Lake Michigan. Created in 2004, the Park beckons to be photographed. You find yourself as mesmerized by the elliptical Cloud Gate sculpture, 110 tons of polished stainless steel, as by the expanse of glorious and great lake. You find tranquil moments in the native prairie plants and roses. And you photograph happily in the parade of visitors, reflecting pools, and the towering skyscape of contemporary architecture. Surround yourself in Chicago’s celebration of summer while immersing your photography in Eddie’s eye-opening ideas and practical insights into pushing your images in new directions. Calumet Photographic’s classroom on the Near North Side provides our base for the workshop. The weekend starts Friday evening and finishes late Sunday afternoon. Eddie weaves together many of the elements of his Santa Fe-based “Natural Eye” workshop, including activities designed to guide you to viewing the natural world with fresh eyes and fine-tuning technical ideas that help you capture what you see. For more on Eddie’s “A Natural Eye” workshops, please see the “A Natural Eye: The Summer Landscape” course description. Eddie Soloway’s photographs are an expression of his passion and commitment to the natural world. His eye has developed during a lifetime of exploring the earth’s wild places. Former positions in educational workshop design, wilderness program development, and custom fine photographic printing have further honed his expertise. In 1998, Eddie was the first recipient of the Excellence in Photographic Teaching Award presented by the Santa Fe Center for Photography. Today he divides his time between making fine-art prints, teaching, speaking on creativity and the photographic life, and furthering photographic publishing projects. He is the author of the book, One Thousand Moons, and the instructional DVD, A Natural Eye Workshop. This is Eddie’s 18th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.eddiesoloway.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $645.00; includes tuition only. Lodging, transportation, and meals are not included. For complete information contact Eddie at eddie@eddiesoloway.com or visit his web site, www.eddiesoloway.com. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

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John Weiss

Peru: Lost City of the Incas and Machu Picchu August 25-September 3

Nothing you may have read, no photographs or films you may have seen, can prepare you for the awe-inspiring moment when you visit Machu Picchu for the first time. It is a miraculous place, charged with the grandeur of more than six centuries of history and the legend of the Incas. We spend parts of three days on site, walking ancient pathways, surrounded by an astonishing visual landscape. We journey through the Sacred Valley, where we visit a grammar school set against a backdrop of the snow-capped Andes. In the nearby village of Willoq, we observe local craftswomen weaving their colorful textiles. We photograph in traditional outdoor markets and visit a private home to celebrate the festival of Mother Earth. Before sharing lunch with a local family, we participate in a sacred blessing conducted by a shaman. This travel workshop with John Weiss is a rare opportunity to witness Peruvian traditions from the inside. We photograph a wide array of locations—outdoor markets full of life and color, an Andean school, a women’s weaving cooperative, and more. The spirit of the Incans remains palpable and alluring. Machu Picchu cannot be described; it is beyond magical. © David Middleton

David Middleton

The Oregon Coast July 18-22

The entire Oregon coast is magnificent and beautiful. All sorts of superlatives can be used to describe it, but none really capture how pretty it actually is. Newport, on the mid-Oregon coast, is a particularly perfect spot for a photographic workshop. It’s easy to get to, it has good places to eat and stay, and there are more nearby places to take pictures, with more variety, than almost any other place on the west coast. There are two lighthouses, tidal pools to explore with your camera, sea stacks to fit into your compositions, and miles-long beaches with pounding surf. To top it off there is an active harbor full of picturesque fishing boats, stacks of colorful crab pots, and piles and piles of brightly colored ropes and nets. All within walking distance of our hotel. Photos of the harbor at twilight (usually foggy this time of year) are breathtaking. And we even spend a morning at the Oregon Coast Aquarium photographing breeding puffins, red and green anenomes, golden and glowing jellyfish, seastars, and even adorable sea otters. This is one of David’s favorite places to photograph and to teach. He comes here every year because it is such a productive place to photograph. It is also a great place to simply explore and enjoy. David Middleton is a professional outdoor photographer, writer and naturalist. During his 20-year career, he has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Central and South America, South Africa, and Australia. A contributing editor of Outdoor Photographer, David’s photography and writing have been featured in many magazines, books and calendars. His books include Ancient Forests, The Nature of America (the largest nature photography book project ever undertaken) and most recently, The Nature of Vermont. A Nikon “Legend Behind the Lens,” David is a gifted and enthusiastic teacher who leads photography tours and teaches photography workshops across the country. This is his seventh year teaching for The Workshops; he was also one of the first instructors selected to participate in its acclaimed Photography Mentorships program. His web site is www.davidmiddletonphoto.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Film processing will not be available. PACKAGE PRICE: $875; includes tuition, snacks, and beverages. Transportation, lodging, and meals are extra. To register, call the Workshops at (505) 983-1400, ext. 11. 64 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

JOHN WEISS studied photography at M.I.T. and earned his MFA at the Rhode Island School of Design. As head of photography at the University of Delaware, John received his university’s Excellence in Teaching Award and was also named Teacher of the Year by the Santa Fe Center for Photography. The Photo Review cited his graduate program for its “outstanding contribution to photography.” John has led numerous photo safaris in Africa and tours in Europe and South America. His work is in the Museum of Modern Art, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, and the Bibliotheque Nationale. This is John’s 20th year teaching for The Workshops. His work can be viewed at http://gallery.me.com/jjdoublejj. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer and digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $3,995; includes tuition and land cost only. Group size is limited to 10. For complete information, please contact Strabo International Tour Company at (607) 756-8676, or call John Weiss at (410) 392-2929. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

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RICK ALLRED

White Stallion Dude Ranch: Photo Retreat

NEW

September 23-30

David Samuel Robbins

Ladakh: The Last True Remaining Tibet September 1-15

Situated in the rain shadow of the Indian Himalaya, Ladakh occupies the westernmost edge of the Tibetan Plateau. Millenia-old traditions of Tibetan Buddhism have thrived here without the interruption or repression found in Tibet iteself. In Ladakh, Buddhist culture is alive and well—and vibrantly displayed through the dozens of spectacular monasteries, frequent festivals, and warmhearted, open nature of the Ladakhi people. On our Ladakh adventure we will traverse an amazing range of landscapes: wind-swept desert and sand dunes, brilliantly colored rock formations, lush valleys and immmense sapphire-colored lakes. These awe-inspiring vistas are dotted with traditional villages and ancient monasteries, which we explore both by road and on foot. This journey is a true adventure and a photographer’s paradise. There is an optional post-Ladakh extension to visit Agra and the Taj Mahal. This workshop is open to all photographers interested in developing a more distinctive, personal style of imagery that transcends the boundaries of mainstream “Travel Photography.”.We will discuss technical, aesthetic and cultural considerations that will enable you to create more intimate and authentic images—both here and in other “exotic” locations. Participants may choose film or digital capture, with digital preferred to allow for frequent feedback and critique. A portfolio is not required, however a working knowledge of your camera in manual mode is essential.

Nestled at the foot of the beautiful Tucson Mountains and next to the Saguaro National Park, the White Stallion Ranch will be our home for a week of photography, horses and the beauty of the Southwestern landscape. We share our passion for photography as we play, practice and explore our surroundings. Each day will be filled with horseback riding, hiking or just relaxing by the pool as we discover that, “Life is a Created Adventure!” Photographic artist and life enthusiast Rick Allred encourages your laughter and self-expression while fine-tuning your photographic style and vision during this seven-day photo retreat. Optional side-trips to the Saguaro National Park and the Sonora Living Desert Museum are also planned. Several “down-time” sessions are scheduled, for us to share imagery, ask photography/camera questions and have constructive discussions about our images. Photoshop and Lightroom questions are also welcome! The Photo Retreat also includes one riding lesson and one massage. All levels of horse riding experience are welcome from first-time riders to experienced horse enthusiasts. RICK ALLRED has been passionate about photography since 1986. He jump-started his digital career in 1996, when he helped launch The Workshops digital program. After a five-year tenure as head of the photography department at the Hui No’eau Visual Arts Center in Maui, he returned to the Land of Enchantment to helm the digital lab at The Workshops. Currently, Rick teaches Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and digital photography while pursuing creative projects as a freelance photographer, artist, and educator. With patience and generosity, Rick provides an environment where people can tackle technology with ease and break through creative boundaries. This is his ninth year teaching for The Workshops. Rick’s web site is www.rickallredimagery.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $2,495; includes seven nights of single accommodations at the White Stallion Ranch in Tucson, Arizona ($2,295/person double occupancy); all meals; and transportation to and from the Tucson Airport. Airfare/transportation to Tucson is not included. For complete information and to register call Rick Allred at (808)-276-8179 or email him at datderkahuna@yahoo.com. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

David Samuel Robbins is a fine-art and travel photographer specializing in traditional cultures and adventure travel. He has worked on assignment throughout the world for many leading publications, including National Geographic Adventure and National Geographic Traveler. David has a particular expertise and affection for the Himalaya, a region he has visited more than 40 times as a photographer, cultural guide, and workshop instructor. His book, Himalayan Odyssey, was the culmination of 10 years’ work and over 2,000 miles of trekking in Tibet, Bhutan, India, and Nepal. David’s web site is www.HimalayanOdyssey.net. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $5,495; includes tuition and land cost only. For complete information, visit www.HimalayanOdyssey.net or call (800) 970-5904. A $500 discount is offered for early registration (by April 15, 2012). Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

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DAVID MIDDLETON

Fall Colors in Vermont October 10-14

Few places in the world are more spectacular than Vermont in October. The landscape is awash with reds, oranges, and golds as trees, vines, meadows, and late flowers shout for a photographer’s attention. This workshop takes place in the heart of the state near Manchester, where David lives and photographs. We visit David’s favorite places, including tumbling streams, quiet lakes, rolling hills, and quaint villages. As a special treat, David takes us to the 250-year-old hill farm that he has been exclusively photographing for several years. Almost a square mile in size, the farm is a photographer’s dream, with beautiful old barns, calves and yearlings, wild meadows and woods, an old sugarhouse, miles of stone walls, and pastures lined with colorful sugar maples. We have complete access to photograph whatever strikes our fancy. The week also includes critique sessions, and a visit to David’s home and office for guidance in photography and the digital darkroom. David middleton’s biography is on page 64. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Film processing will not be available. PACKAGE PRICE: $750; includes tuition, snacks, and beverages. Transportation, lodging, and meals are extra. To register call The Workshops at (505) 983-1400, ext. 11.

John Weiss

NEW The Best of Turkey – A Photographic and Cultural Exploration

October 4-15 If you have never been to Turkey, the warmth of the Turkish people will amaze you. The architecture in the cities is truly awe-inspiring, and in the countryside you are welcomed into Turkish homes, served tea or baklava at any moment. We photograph in some of Turkey’s most visually exciting places. In the alluring city of Istanbul, we discover where the treasures of the Silk and Spice routes met their markets. Istanbul is also the site of Hagia Sophia (Temple of Wisdom), the Blue Mosque, the Topkapi Palace of famous harems, and the fabulous Spice and Grand Bazaars. Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean, is the place to get a feel for what life was like in Roman times. The iconic ruins, photographed in soft light at dawn and dusk, are stunning. We also visit artisan villages in the surrounding countryside, photographing workers and their families. Then there are the less traveled valleys of Cappadocia, full of weird, lunar-like landscapes. Here we have time in small villages, visiting craftsmen, their friends, and neighbors. Our Turkey tour promises to be a highlight for photography of both landscape and people. john weiss’s biography is on page 64. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer and digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $5,295; includes tuition and land cost only. For complete information, please contact Strabo International Tour Company at (607) 756-8676, or call John Weiss at (410) 392-2929. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

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David Middleton

Autumn on the Coast of Maine October 17-21

Maine’s Mount Desert Island, the home of Acadia National Park, is a photographer’s playground. It boasts the East Coast’s highest mountains as well as its only true fjord. The island also offers stunning, easily accessible rocky coastlines, lovely traditional harbors, dazzling forest-edged lakes and ponds, a magnificent lighthouse, and historic carriage roads that wind through colorful woods. All of this scenery is packed onto an island that takes only a few hours to drive around. Timed to coincide with the peak of fall colors on the Maine coast, this workshop is based in the picturesque village of Bar Harbor. Our schedule includes capturing both sunrise and sunset from the top of Cadillac Mountain, photographing the forest and reflections of Jordan and Bubble ponds, driving the famed Ocean Road, and wandering the quaint villages of Bernard, Southwest Harbor, and Somersville. The close proximity of all our photo destinations affords us plenty of time for image reviews and critiques. Best of all, the workshop takes place after the high summer tourist season, so we should have this photographer’s wonderland mostly to ourselves.

David Middleton is a professional outdoor photographer, writer and naturalist. During his 20-year career, he has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Canada, Central and South America, South Africa, and Australia. A contributing editor of Outdoor Photographer, David’s photography and writing have been featured in many magazines, books and calendars. His books include Ancient Forests, The Nature of America (the largest nature photography book project ever undertaken) and most recently, The Nature of Vermont. A Nikon “Legend Behind the Lens,” David is a gifted and enthusiastic teacher who leads photography tours and teaches photography workshops across the country. This is his seventh year teaching for The Workshops; he was also one of the first instructors selected to participate in its acclaimed Photography Mentorships program. His web site is www.davidmiddletonphoto.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow SPECIAL NOTES: Film processing will not be available. PACKAGE PRICE: $750; includes tuition, snacks, and beverages. Transportation, lodging, and meals are extra. To register call The Workshops at (505) 983-1400, ext. 11. 67

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Eddie Soloway

A Natural Eye: Our Urban Parks – Central Park (New York)

NEW

October 26-28

Our autumn stop for Eddie Soloway’s “Natural Eye” workshop series in our country’s beautiful urban parks is New York City’s Central Park. At the peak of autumn color! When Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux designed the park in 1857, it must have been hard to comprehend how precious and iconic this oasis of 843 acres would become. A tranquil pause in the midst of one of the world’s biggest cities, where you find quiet waterways, delicate gardens, colorful wooded glens, graceful bridges, and even a zoo. Join us in New York to celebrate autumn color while immersing your photography in Eddie’s eye-opening ideas and practical insights into pushing your images in new directions. Calumet Photographic’s beautiful and spacious classroom in their Chelsea location provides our base for the workshop. The subway, a short walk away, takes us to the park in minutes. The weekend starts Friday evening, finishes late Sunday afternoon, and even coincides with PhotoPlus Expo 2012. Eddie weaves together many of the elements of his Santa Fe-based “Natural Eye” workshop, including activities designed to guide you to viewing the natural world with fresh eyes and fine-tuning technical ideas that help you capture what you see. For more on Eddie’s “A Natural Eye” workshops, please see the “A Natural Eye: The Summer Landscape” course description.

Eddie Soloway

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October 17-21

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $645.00; includes tuition only. Lodging, transportation, and meals not included. For complete information contact Eddie at eddie@eddiesoloway.com or visit his web site, www.eddiesoloway.com. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

A Natural Eye: Ghost Ranch, New Mexico Eddie Soloway takes his popular “Natural Eye” workshop on the road, this time to northern New Mexico’s historic Ghost Ranch. For centuries, the region has inspired scores of painters, writers, and photographers, among them Georgia O’Keeffe, Paul Strand, Marsden Hartley, and Ansel Adams. The surrounding countryside features some of the Southwest’s most spectacular cliffs, mesas and rock formations, washed in a rainbow of colors and dotted with ancient, twisted junipers, while stately cottonwoods line the banks of the gently flowing Chama River. The schedule provides ample time to photograph the beautiful surroundings. We also take a specially arranged tour of Georgia O’Keeffe’s renowned home and studio in nearby Abiquiu. The group gathers late in the afternoon on Wednesday for orientation, dinner, and a presentation to recharge your creative energy. Over the next three-and-a-half days, Eddie weaves together many of the elements of his Santa Fe-based workshop, and you spend as much time immersing yourself in nature, sharpening your senses and changing your perspective as you do on developing new photographic skills. Join Eddie for an inspiring blend of eye-opening outdoor adventures, practical photographic lessons, daily image reviews, and one-on-one meetings. He inspires participants to let go of photographing mere objects and things, in favor of capturing the essence of places and the magic of moments. As you hear more and touch more, you begin to photograph with more sensitivity and patience. Eddie soloway’s biography is on page 19. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs and Advanced Amateurs What You Should Know: Working knowledge of your computer and digital SLR camera Package Price: $1785; includes four nights required lodging (single supplement available for additional fee) at Ghost Ranch, all meals, and the O’Keeffe tour. To register, or for more information, e-mail eddie@eddiesoloway.com or visit his web site, www.eddiesoloway.com. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. 68 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

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David Samuel Robbins

Incomparable Burma: A Photographic and Cultural Journey through Myanmar December 3-13

Raul Touzon

Oaxaca: Day of the Dead October 28-November 4

Capture the rich traditions of the Day of the Dead, one of Mexico’s most time-honored holidays, during the fourth year of this special workshop. Get immersed in parades of costumed children, seas of flickering candles in the graveyards, and the sweet fragrance of cempasúchil, the so-called “flower of the dead.” Photograph the stunning street dances of the Etla Valley, the expressively painted faces of young and old, and timeless rituals against the evocative backdrops of graveyards, village homes, and ancient ruins. Daily assignments, location shoots, and critique sessions are designed to improve your photographic technique. Participants will have access to several families which you will be able to photograph in their homes, also you will be taken to the best locations at the best time to photograph. This workshop is geared toward amateur and serious digital photographers, and includes an overview of downloading, archiving, sizing, and adjusting your images on the computer. All participants must bring a digital SLR camera, a laptop computer, and software for organizing and presenting images. See more images of this stunning event at www.touzonphoto.com or request a detailed day by day itinerary by sending us a note to workshops@touzonphoto.com.

Burma is one of those few remaining, magical places that feels overlooked by the modern world. The country is steeped in an amazingly rich history, and graced with a vibrant, living religion that permeates every aspect of daily life. This workshop offers 10 full days in-country, with visits to nearly all of Burma’s most iconic settings: the solid-gold encrusted spires of the Schwedagon Pagoda complex, the temple-studded plains of Pagan, magnificent Mandalay and the sublime beauty of Inle Lake. The Burmese people are amongst the friendliest and open in all of Southeast Asia. Visually, the country is a photographer’s paradise, with superb opportunities for shooting fantastically ornate religious architecture, lush and varied landscapes, and environmental portraits. The workshop includes discussion and field demonstrations on both technical and aesthetic aspects of photography, as well as private, oneon-one review sessions of your work in progress, via laptop computer. The emphasis is on helping you to advance your own distinctive, personal style by combining elements from fine art, documentary and travel photography. Group size limited to 12. David Samuel Robbins is a fine-art and travel photographer specializing in traditional cultures and adventure travel. He has worked on assignment throughout the world for many leading publications, including National Geographic Adventure and National Geographic Traveler. David has a particular expertise and affection for the Himalaya, a region he has visited more than 40 times as a photographer, cultural guide, and workshop instructor. His book, Himalayan Odyssey, was the culmination of 10 years’ work and over 2,000 miles of trekking in Tibet, Bhutan, India, and Nepal. David’s web site is www.HimalayanOdyssey.net. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of your computer and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $5,495; includes tuition and land cost only. For complete information, visit www.HimalayanOdyssey.net or call (800) 970-5904. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

RAUL TOUZON is a documentary and underwater photographer who specializes in making images that convey what he calls “the eternity of a moment.” His photographs have appeared in National Geographic Traveler, and National Geographic Magazine and are contained in the National Geographic Image Collection and Getty Images. His client list includes the United Nations and the United States Park Service. During his many years working for Eastman Kodak, Raul developed marketing strategies, and created corporate advertising campaigns. He has traveled extensively in Latin America, documenting its cultures and people, and has taught seminars and workshops around the world. This is his 11th year teaching for The Workshops. His web site is www.touzonphoto.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR camera PACKAGE PRICE: $2695; includes hotel accommodations for seven nights at the beautiful Hostal de La Noria; all breakfasts, lunches, and three group dinners plus all transportation for the excursions. Price is per person, single occupancy. Airport transfers and airfare from/to your home city are not included. This workshop is limited to 14 students. To register please call (305) 420-6196, or email us at workshops@ touzonphoto.com. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

2012 summer/winter workshops around the world

Jennifer Spelman and Renie Haiduk

NEW

Africa PhotoAdventure December 7-18

Visualize yourself in Africa, at a private game preserve between Mts. Kilimanjaro and Meru. Herds of elephant, impala, zebra, and wildebeest graze near the permanent tented guest retreat at Ndarakwai, home base for this incredible journey. With diverse habitats from riparian woodland to acacia savannah, the 11,000-acre preserve affords opportunities to make stunning photographs that capture the essence of Africa. Veteran workshop instructors Jennifer Spelman and Renie Haiduk return to Tanzania to lead a small group on an intensive photo excursion of landscape, people and wildlife. Unlike tourist safaris, this is an opportunity for dedicated imagemaking—in the right light, supported by drivers trained to assist photographers. Land Cruisers with ample space for our intimate group give us the flexibility to follow wildlife off-road, with the option for night drives. Time is built in each day for digital workflow, sharing images and discussion. Along with your favorite camera(s), bring your laptop with editing software you are familiar with, and an external hard drive. There will be several evening shows sharing work and a final presentation on our last night at Ndarakwai. Our adventure includes a charter flight to Ndutu—a historic lodge with private verandas facing the lake with its birds and wildlife at your front door—and for four days we photograph animals moving through the spectacular Serengeti Plains. Traveling by land, we stop at Olduvai Gorge and continue on the legendary Ngorongoro Crater for two incomparable days. We then charter back to Ndarakwai to learn about regional cultures, meet and photograph the vibrant Maasai, and discover we can offer as image-makers. Passionate photographers of all levels are welcome. Yes, picture yourself in Africa! Jennifer Spelman is a freelance editorial and documentary photographer. She was first introduced to photography by documenting crime scenes for jury presentation with a District Attorney’s office. Leaving behind the world of law enforcement she received her photographic training as a course coordinator with The Workshops, working with some of today’s most preeminent photographers: Jay Maisel, David Alan Harvey & Antonin Kratochvil. Jennifer has been published in Food & Wine, The Sun, Rangefinder, and B&W. Her clients include Seven Squared Media, The Heart Gallery, What Moves You, Sanjhi, and Sustainable Santa Fe. She has co-instructed with National Geographic Expeditions and taught workshops in India, Mexico, and Cuba. This is her fourth year teaching with The Workshops. Jennifer’s web site is www.jenniferspelman.com. Renie Haiduk has been associated with The Workshops for over 16 years and is currently director of operations in Santa Fe. She has assisted and photographed alongside many of the best-known contemporary black-and-white photographers, including Keith Carter, Elizabeth Opalenik, Rodney Smith, and Joyce Tenneson. Her own photography is an expressive interpretation of her subject, whether it is a landscape or a loved one. Renie’s creative yet straightforward approach to environmental portraiture invites viewers to examine and ultimately recognize “self.” This is Renie’s seventh year teaching with The Workshops. Her web site is www.haidukphotography.com. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW: Working knowledge of digital workflow PACKAGE PRICE: $9,850; includes accommodations, guides, drivers, pilots, all meals (wine, beer and drinks at Ndarakwai also included), internal ground and air transportation, park entrance fees, permits and all tips. Price is for double occupancy; single supplement add $950. Travel to Kilimanjaro airport not included. For complete information and to register contact Renie Haiduk (karenhaiduk@ yahoo.com; 505-780-3563) or Daniel Anthony (danielranthony@gmail.com; 505-780-3565). Early Registration Discount: Save $250 by registering by August 7, 2012. Please mention that you learned about this opportunity through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops.

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2012 summer/Fall general information

REGISTRATION POLICIES*

Meal Program for SUMMER (June 24-August 10) and

Since enrollment is limited, we encourage you to apply early, and call to check availability before registering. Please do not make travel plans before registering or being told a workshop is a “go.” We encourage you to choose more than one workshop in case your first choice is full. Assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Alumni of the workshops may not repeat the same instructor’s workshop in the same location in consecutive years.

FALL (September 23-October 5, 2012) $198 for required Meal Program that includes: • Sunday evening welcome dinner • Lunches Monday–Friday • Friday night dinner/participant image shows to celebrate the week • Coffee and tea are available every day • Monday through Thursday dinners on your own

Workshops in the Continental U.S.*

• $60 for optional breakfast plan, Monday through Friday

$300 deposit is required at the time of registration (includes one-time, non-refundable $45 application fee per calendar year) $100 deposit is required to reserve on-campus housing Balance is due 30 days prior to the start of the workshop You can register online or over the phone by calling (505) 983-1400 x11 with your MasterCard, American Express, Visa, or Discover Card number, or by mail with a check, money order, or your credit card number. We cannot hold space in a workshop without a deposit. Once your deposit has been received you will receive an email confirmation. Additional information, including an invoice will be emailed once the minimum number of participants is reached. Final payment of your balance may be made by check, credit card, or money order, payable in U.S. funds. All costs associated with workshops held in New Mexico are subject to Santa Fe taxes.

ON CAMPUS ACCOMMODATIONS

The Workshops offers on-campus housing at specific times throughout the year*. Rooms are simple but comfortable and are adjacent to the Workshops center. Bed linens and towels are provided for the week. There are no phones, phone jacks, TVs, or air conditioning in these rooms. All rooms are equipped with ceiling fans. Wireless internet is available in the rooms and a Business Center with wired access is located on campus. Smoking is prohibited in the on-campus accommodations; alcohol use is limited. Please note that the majority of our rooms are located on the second level with stair access only. If you have mobility issues, please call to discuss housing options.

*NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, Around the World workshops are not managed through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Please contact the tour operator for registration policies.

MEALS

The Workshops meal program allows you to focus your energies on learning, while we provide the convenience of great food to foster important group sharing and a valuable networking experience. The meal plan is only available during specific dates, and is mandatory for all participants taking workshops four days or longer during that time. An optional breakfast plan is also available. We also provide the opportunities to venture out on your own with fellow participants and instructor, to share the culinary delights of Santa Fe. Vegetarian options are available at all meals, as well as special dietary needs. Please provide details when registering.

2012 summer/Fall GENERAL INFORMATION

The Workshops accommodations are limited and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please call to check availability before finalizing plans. Participants may choose from a selection of on-campus housing during the following date ranges (pricing subject to change):

Summer: June 24-August 10, and Fall: September 23-October 5, 2012 Sunday through Friday nights:

Check-In starts at 2pm on Sunday Check-Out Saturday morning before 9am Double Occupancy $50 per night, per person with access to communal bath $65 per night, per person for private bath Single Rooms $75 per night with access to communal bath $90 per night for a private bath and twin size bed $100 per night for a private bath and a queen-size bed *Discounted rates for on-campus housing may be available during the “off-season.” Meals are not available during the off-season. Please call to inquire about rates and availability.

OFF CAMPUS ACCOMMODATIONS

We recommend the Residence Inn by Marriott for off-campus accommodations. Amenities include fully equipped kitchens, living areas with fireplaces, daily complimentary breakfast, and light snacks Monday through Thursday evenings. To receive a discounted rate, contact the Residence Inn Sales Office at (505) 988-7300 and identify yourself as a Santa Fe Photographic Workshops participant. You can book online (www.marriott.com/residence-inn/travel.mi) by using the promotional code Z5Q. You might also consider The Workshops Casita. We rent the guesthouse year-round to house our instructors when they are teaching in Santa Fe. When we aren’t using it for instructors we make it available to our workshop participants for use during your workshop week or any visit to Santa Fe. The casita is often available for the Thanksgiving to New Year’s holidays. Our casita is located 2 blocks west of the Santa Fe Plaza, an ideal location to access all historic and cultural Santa Fe has to offer. It’s a large space with one bedroom (queen bed), a full bath, a well-equipped kitchen including dishwasher, and a large living/dining room with kiva fireplace. The walled-in patio provides a private spot for relaxing or entertaining during the summer and fall. The guesthouse has a washer and dryer, TV, and wireless Internet; an off-street parking space next to the unit offers easy access and security. Call The Workshops office for pricing and availability at (505) 983-1400, ext. 11. See web sites listed in the Santa Fe Information section of our web site for further details on additional hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts. Please make your housing arrangements in Santa Fe well in advance.

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OVERVIEW OF SKILL LEVELS AND EXPERIENCE

The Workshops welcomes all levels of photographers, from beginners to professionals. We want to make sure you find the workshop tailored to your interests and skill levels, so we collaborated with our instructors to provide the info you need to make an informed decision. Each workshop description indicates who it is designed for (Who Should Attend), the technical skills participants are expected to have (What You Should Know), special details for that workshop (Special Notes), and if an image submission is required for acceptance (Portfolio).

Who Should Attend Four photography levels help identify the appropriate workshops for you: Beginners, Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals. BEGINNERS have little to no experience with digital cameras, photography, or image editing software. AMATEURS have been photographing for a while, have a working knowledge of the basic features on their cameras, and are familiar with digital workflow and image editing software. ADVANCED AMATEURS have a working knowledge of manual mode on their cameras, have a working knowledge of digital workflow and image editing software, and are familiar with artificial lighting, digital printing, or other techniques as required in a particular workshop. PROFESSIONALS earn a majority of their income from their photography, have a substantial body of work, and are proficient in all aspects of photography, as required in a particular workshop.

Regardless of your photographic skills, all participants are expected to have a working knowledge of how to use a laptop computer. For more information about manual mode, Adobe Photoshop knowledge, digital SLR guidelines, and computer requirements, see the Digital Capture and Equipment section below.

What You Should Know

We want to make sure that you feel confident working not only with your instructor, but also with other participants. The desire of staff, instructors, and participants alike is to maintain a consistent level of photographic proficiency in every workshop. Since each workshop has a unique set of technical skills, there are three standard phrases to indicate expected knowledge. FAMILIARITY: You have a basic understanding WORKING KNOWLEDGE: You are competent and can navigate comfortably PROFICIENCY: You have in-depth experience and are a high-end user As an example, you might see: Working knowledge of your digital SLR camera; familiarity with digital workflow and Adobe Photoshop.

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Special Notes This area indicates unique details about a particular workshop. It is typically used to communicate special technology information, such as computer workstations provided to participants for workshops held in the digital lab.

PORTFOLIOS

Our sincerest desire is to maintain a consistent level of photographic proficiency, therefore many workshops for Advanced Amateurs and Professionals require a portfolio submission prior to acceptance. Your application and deposit will reserve a space in the workshop of your choice, but you are not officially accepted into a workshop that requires a portfolio until we review appropriate samples of your photography. Images are reviewed by The Workshops staff. If we do not feel that your choice is appropriate, we will call you and discuss other possibilities. If you choose not to transfer to a suggested alternate workshop, we will refund the deposit, less the $45 application fee. After applying for the workshop, submit your images using the following guidelines:

Portfolio Requirements SUBMIT TWENTY PHOTOGRAPHS: Viewing a personal web site or images submitted via email are the preferred method of submission. To submit slides or printed materials please call (505) 983-1400, ext. 11.

Digital Guidelines

• Images should be formatted as 72 dpi JPEGs at 5" x 7" • Images can be sent via email to portfolio@santafeworkshops.com • Images on a CD/DVD must include your contact information on the label, and filenames must include your first and last name

DIGITAL CAPTURE and EQUIPMENT

Digital SLRs and laptops are required for most workshops, unless otherwise noted in the workshop description. You are expected to have a working knowledge of downloading images from your camera to the laptop, organizing files using your image editing software, and selecting images for critique. The only exceptions are for participants in beginning workshops with Rick Allred, Jennifer Spelman and Sarah Meghan Lee. The following indicates the minimum equipment requirements all participants should bring (computer workstations are provided for workshops in the digital lab):

Computer Equipment

• Mac or PC laptop computer with up-to-date operating system (OSX, WinXP or later); iPads are not recommended as an alternative to laptops due to their limited functionality for photo management and processing • Minimum 1.33 GHz processor (processing speed should meet or exceed specifications of your image editing software) • 2 GB or more of RAM • Minimum of 15-20 GB of free hard drive space • Mouse and mouse pad (highly recommended, not required) • Power adapters, battery, and cables for laptop • External hard drive and/or blank CDs/DVDs for backing-up images • Current version of image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop with Bridge, Aperture, Lightroom, or Photo Mechanic. The Workshops staff is most familiar with Lightroom and Photoshop with Bridge.

Camera Equipment • Digital SLR and lens(es) • Digital memory cards with reader (recommended to have at least 8GB) • Power adapters and cables for digital camera • Manuals for camera, flash, etc. • Batteries and charger for rechargeable batteries • Tripods are not typically required but are recommended if you regularly use one when photographing

Manual Mode on Your Camera

Working knowledge of your camera in manual mode means that you are capable and comfortable with evaluating your in-camera light meter and choosing the appropriate manual settings. The following statements can help determine your comfort level with manual mode: • You have a working knowledge of aperture priority, shutter priority, and manual mode, and understand the difference between each setting. • You understand how to adjust the aperture and shutter speed to control the light your camera captures. • You understand that in order to maintain the correct exposure, as aperture becomes larger, shutter speed becomes faster.

Working Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop

Designed for Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, and Professionals, the nonbeginning Photoshop workshops require a certain level of proficiency on the computer and in Photoshop. Please ensure you have a working knowledge of the following skills.

Computer Tasks

• Navigate to the desktop and use Adobe Bridge and/or Lightroom to locate files • Download your images from a card reader, CD/DVD, or jump drive to a new folder on the desktop

Photoshop Tasks

• Tools palette: Select and manipulate areas of an image, add or subtract from selections, basic image enhancement • Layers palette: Create, delete, view, re-order, merge, and flatten layers • Adjustment layers: Edit levels, curves, color balance, and use related masks 73

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DISCOUNTS

The Workshops is pleased to offer two discount opportunities.

Next Generation

Intended to instill a passion for photography in the younger generation. Any parent or grandparent who attends a four or more day-long workshop in Santa Fe receives a $250 credit for their child or grandchild to attend during the same week. This discount may not be combined with any other discount or scholarship program. Other restrictions may apply.

Frequent Photographer

Offered to participants who take two or more four or more day-long workshops in Santa Fe during the same calendar year. A 10 percent discount will be applied to the tuition of the lower-priced workshop(s). This discount may not be combined with any other discount or scholarship program. Other restrictions may apply.

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WORKSHOPS IN SANTA FE

Santa Fe Photographic Workshops is committed to creating opportunities for photographers of all ages and skill levels. We offer a total of 12 scholarships, $1,000 each— four awarded by Nikon and eight by The Workshops—per calendar year. The $1,000 scholarships are provided as credit towards tuition and fees for the recipient’s workshop of choice, subject to portfolio approval. Please see the Scholarships section under General Info/Information for Applicants on our web site.

CANCELLATIONS* Workshops in the Continental U.S.

We rely on your attendance to make important arrangements, so if for any reason you need to withdraw, please notify us 30 days or more before the start date of your workshop. At that time we will refund your deposit by check, less a $125 cancellation fee. If notification of cancellation is made 15 to 30 days before the start of the workshop, we must retain the $300 deposit. If cancellation of on-campus housing is made 15 to 30 days prior to the start of the workshop, we retain the $100 housing deposit. If notification of cancellation is made less than 15 days before the start of the workshop, we must retain the entire balance paid. Santa Fe Photographic Workshops reserves the right to cancel a reservation if full payment has not been received by 15 days before the start of the workshop. No refund of 74 (505) 983-1400 www.santafeworkshops.com

any fees will be made for withdrawal after the workshop begins. Santa Fe Photographic Workshops is not responsible for cancellations due to medical emergencies. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance. In the event that a workshop must be cancelled due to inadequate enrollment, all fees and deposits are refunded in full or may be transferred to another workshop within 12 months. Santa Fe Photographic Workshops is not responsible for reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets in the event of a workshop cancellation. Please check on your workshop status before making travel arrangements.

TRANSFERS*

If for any reason you wish to transfer to a different workshop, please notify us at least 30 days (60 days for workshops outside the U.S.) before the start of the workshop you wish to withdraw from. You may only make one transfer at a charge of $30. We reserve the right to allow or disallow any transfer. You must register and complete a new workshop within 12 months of the withdrawal. There are no exceptions to our Cancellation and Transfer Policy for workshops, inside or outside the continental U.S. *NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, Around the World workshops are not managed through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Please contact the tour operator for registration policies.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Whether you are traveling to Santa Fe or Around the World*, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance to protect yourself against unforeseen circumstances that might prevent your attendance. We suggest a plan that offers coverage for medical/dental emergencies, lost baggage, missed connections, and trip cancellation, should you unexpectedly need to cancel. The Workshops is registered with Travel Insurance Services of Walnut Creek, California. Please contact them for additional information at (800) 937-1387 or www.travelinsuranceservices.com/select/sfw. The Workshops is not responsible for cancellations due to medical emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets in the event of a workshop cancellation. *NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, Around the World workshops are not managed through Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. Please contact the tour operator for your travel insurance needs.

2012 summer/Fall frequently asked questions

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What is the difference between workshop “seasons?”

We refer to three different “seasons” at The Workshops. In 2012, the “photography seasons” are March 7 to March 31, 2012 (Spring), June 24 to August 10 (Summer), and September 23 to October 5 (Fall). During photography seasons there is a mandatory meal plan for all participants, optional housing on campus, and optional breakfast on campus. Aside from these major differences, there are also instructor presentations, group dinners, and participant image presentations. The “off season” is the rest of the year. Digital workshops are scheduled during many of these off weeks, but may be the only class on campus. Consequently, many amenities of the photography season are not available; for example, on-campus housing is limited and no meals are served.

What is meant by a sample of work for those workshops requiring a portfolio?

Some workshops require that you submit a sample of recent photography for final admission. For complete details, visit the Portfolios section in the General Info/Information for Applicants section on our web site.

Why do I have to pay an application fee?

The application fee of $45 per calendar year is mandatory for every participant. This fee helps cover administrative costs of your registration. Most educational institutions charge such a fee.

Why is sales tax charged?

The State of New Mexico requires all businesses to collect gross receipts tax on all goods and services. In order to not pay tax, you or your company must register for tax exempt status with the State of New Mexico and pay the annual fee. The tax rate as of January 1, 2012 is 8.1875%.

Why is there sometimes a mandatory meal plan and sometimes not?

and day. Santa Fe averages 300 days of glorious sunshine, 14 inches of rain and 17.5 inches of snow each year. For up-to-date weather information and historical averages, visit www.weather.com or www.visitsantafe.com. “Typical weather” figures can be found on AccuWeather's web site.

What can my family do while I am in class?

Keep in mind that you will be very busy with your workshop. Your family might not see a lot of you! Still, Santa Fe is a major tourist destination and there are many things to do in and around Santa Fe. Check out these web sites for ideas: www.visitsantafe.com, www.santafe.org, or www.newmexico.org.

Are there any scholarships available?

The Workshops offers two scholarship programs: one for workshops January through May and one for workshops June through December. For complete details, visit the Scholarship information page on The Workshops web site.

What happens if I need to cancel a workshop?

We know that unexpected things come up that might require you to cancel your workshop. If at all possible, let us know more than 30 days before the start of your workshop. See page 74, or visit our web site, for full details about our Cancellation and Transfer Policies. We also recommend that you consider purchasing travel insurance.

What is Travel Insurance and should I buy it?

We strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. Travel insurance can protect yourself against unforeseen circumstances that might prevent your attendance. We suggest a plan that offers coverage for medical and dental emergencies, lost baggage, missed connections, and trip cancellation should you have a medical problem that prevents you from attending. The Workshops is not responsible for cancellations due to medical emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets in the event of a workshop cancellation.

See “What is the difference between workshop “seasons?” above.

How many people will be in my workshop?

All workshops held in the digital lab take a maximum of 12 participants. Nearly all photography workshops have a maximum of 14 participants. The minimum number of participants to run a workshop varies from workshop to workshop, depending on a variety of factors. In the event that a workshop must be canceled due to inadequate enrollment, all fees and deposits are refunded in full or may be transferred to another workshop within 12 months. The Workshops makes final decisions about the running of a workshop no less than 30 days before the begin date.

Will I have much free time during my workshop?

Days are busy and intense. You may find some time in the early evening to see the city. We suggest coming in a few days early or staying a few days after your workshop if you would like to take in the sights of Santa Fe, including the great museums, restaurants, and galleries.

Where should I stay while in Santa Fe?

Please read the about on-campus and Santa Fe accommodations in the General Information section on pages 71-72 or on our web site.

Do I really need to rent a car? A car is not a requirement for certain workshops if you are staying at The Workshops campus. While these participants do not necessarily need a car, a car provides added freedom and flexibility. If you do not rent a car, you will need to car pool with other workshop participants when you go on field trips. Please call to find out if a car is required for your workshop. If you are not staying on campus, you really need to have a car. Santa Fe is not readily accessible by city bus or taxi, although both are available.

What is the weather like in Santa Fe?

Santa Fe is located at 7,000 feet above sea level in the Sangre de Cristo mountains; it can take your body a day of two to adapt to the high altitude. Santa Fe is comfortably dry but can have rapid weather changes. It is common to have 30-degree temperature differences between night

2012 summer/Fall educational partners

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