Last Call :: Photography: Beyond the Camera :: Houston (This Sunday)

[TM_Images]

Hello!

This is the official last call for our workshop this Sunday in Houston. The class is Photography: Beyond the Camera. We will be working in a great workspace at the Doubletree Hotel with all meals catered throughout the day. Read below for more info and give me a call directly at 214.701.1875 if you wish to sign up.

Photography: Beyond the Camera (12 Hr. Class) :: A Tom Maddrey Images Workshop

Workshop Leader :: Tom Maddrey
Dates :: March 1st
Times :: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location :: Doubletree Hotel, Houston, TX
Register :: workshops@tommaddrey.com :: 214.701.1875
Enrollment Fee :: $349.00 ($296.00 for TPF Members)


Reinvent Your Photography :: Find Your Style

Photography is often thought of as a technical art, but the art of photography is more than pixels, lenses, and bodies. This class will examine those non-technical aspects of the art including composition, color, nuance, gesture, light, and more.

Even more than that, we examine many different types of photographers to see what threads they have in common, as well as where they differ. Each class is unique and each participant brings a new viewpoint to the discussion.

Overall, we are seeking the answer to the question, "What make a stunning photo?"

Session One: Light, History, and Design :: In this class we begin by taking a look at light, and how we as photographers use it to reveal what we see. We also begin to look the history of photography, and how it is applicable to us today. Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on the basic principals of design, how these are applied to photography, and what four things make up every photographic image.

Session Two: Critique, Depth, and Agenda :: In this session, we discuss how it is that we can evaluate a photograph, and by what system and merit can we judge it. We get beyond, "I like that...because" and start to identify what is in a photograph that we can relate to and appriciate. We also examine what is meant by "Depth" in a photograph. What makes an Ansel Adams print different than a snapshot, and by what methods can we as photographers control the how deep our images resonate with our audience. Finally, we touch on the basic imprint that each photographer lends to their work. This is their style, though I refer to it as an "Agenda." We leave a legacy of ourselves in each photograph even when we have no intention of doing so.

Session Three: The Current State and Legacy of Photography :: This wide ranging class covers how photography fits into our lives and how we as photographers contribute to the tidal mass of the arts. We also discuss what photography might look like in 50 years. We wrap up with an in depth look at all we have covered and how it relates to our "Vision."

The class includes critiques, readings, video presentations, slides, discussions, and much more. If I could teach only one class, this would be the one! Class size is limited, so sign up soon!

Hope to see you there!

Tom

[rbalcom]

This workshop was one of the best that I have attended. The material was covered in a discussion format and Tom did an outstanding job of keeping you thinking not only about where you are with your photography, but also about where you are headed and why you are headed in that direction. An interesting and thought provoking experience.

Tom brings more to this workshop than just his photography knowledge. He also thinks like and instructor so the presentation method is designed for you to maximize what you take away from the experience. Things like providing copies of his slides ensures that when you get home you can review them over and over again. If you chose not to attend this one while it was in Houston, you missed a golden opportunity.

Thanks, Tom, for coming down and giving me the chance to attend. Bottom line for me, I enjoyed it so much I will plan on going to Dallas to attend his other workshops.

[TM_Images]

Dick,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I had just a wonderful time down in Houston. It was a long day, but a great one for discussing this art. I enjoyed Houston so much that I will be coming back down your way probably once every two months or so, starting in May! Keep an eye here on the forum for info.

I would love to see you in the DFW area for some of our other workshops! Thanks again, and have a great day!

Tom

[Angelo]

Tom, Dick said it all for me. I thoroughly enjoyed the classes, and the food was good too.
Wish I would have taken that last piece of chocolate cake!
I will definitely be looking forward to future classes.
Also, keep me posted on you travel excursions...
Angelo

[TM_Images]

Angelo,

It was my pleasure to teach that class, and you and Dick both brought some great points to the discussion, and great images as well. Hope to see you soon!

Tom