Reviews on Photography Workshops, Forums, Classes, etc.

I LOVE submersing (is that even a word? spell check didn't say it was spelled incorrectly, so it must be) in all things photography. I am always looking out for the latest book, workshop, class, online forum etc.
Here is my review...

You know I couldn't say enough about Karen Russel's Photog Class
LOTS of info
LOTS of interaction
LOTS of attention from Karen
ONGOING info supplied by Karen
LOVED it!

Then I took Allison Tyler Jones' Art That Happens to be your Life Photog class at BPS.
This class assumes you know the basics of your camera, exposure and all that. It really delves into creating creative portraits. Telling a story with your photos thru composition, light and other techniques.
I wish I wasn't so busy during the course so I could've have been more present. There wasn't everyday activity, like in Karen's class so I didn't find myself as involved (also life was really busy at that time!)

**In both online classes I was able to print out all the material which I have in a 4" three ring binder.

I attended Sandy Puc's Tots to Teens Seminar.
I didn't know much about her prior to going to the seminar, but thought I should take advantage of a seminar being close by. Remember I LOVE soaking up all this photo mumbo jumbo! Sandy and my style is VERY different, but she was so generous with her knowledge. She talked extensively about her marketing campaigns, shooting in studio with lighting and product reviews. She turned me onto Finao Albums and Rice Studio Supply. I also bought her Bellies to Babies DVD (that I have yet to watch.)
I signed up for Sam's World University but didn't feel it was worth the money, so I cancelled my subscription.

And joined Clickin Moms. I have heard great things about this. I only just joined recently so I haven't had time to really get into it. I will keep you posted.

I've also spent some time on I love photography. Another great resource.

I also attended Kevin Kubota's workshop. Again, I wasn't too familiar with him, but I just read that Karen Russell attended his week long intensive workshop so I thought I better jump on this bandwagon!!
Tons of info and he turned me onto Lightroom, which I haven't bought yet. But it is on my wishlist. I am looking forward to speeding up my processing time so I can spend more time shooting!!

There are so many more Workshops I would LOVE to take..if only I had the time and money!!
Brainwash with Lauren CLark
ANYTHING from Jasmine Star
The Love Affair Workshop
Brianna Graham Workshop
Me Ra Koh Workshop
THe Image is Found Shoot Shop
Carrie Sandavol workshop

and I probably could go on and on...

I've been trying to work on shooting in light...kind of tough to do when you got an active toddler who does not like to look at the camera!


I wish I didn't have the light streak going through..but I am just happy Bean gave me a smile as she was playing Patty Cake!




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