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Making a Picture The Next Level in Photography |
A 3-hour workshop aimed at those who want to get more out of their u/w photography and complements the speakers other workshop "underwater Photography Made Simple". Digital or film-based, it does not matter; light is the image and this workshop is designed to help you work with light. In an accessible way, Michel & Danielle share their knowledge and experience to help you bring your photography to the next level, taking it beyond the snapshot world. They will also cover workflow and explain how they work in the field and in their studio to maximize the "keepers" and keep post processing at a manageable level. |
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Underwater Photography Made Simple |
This 3-hour workshop will help any beginner or intermediate underwater photographer. Learn which equipment is best used in fish portrait, macro or wide-angle photography. Michel & Danielle will share with you their no-nonsense simple approach to underwater photography. Learn how to work with your strobes in manual mode by remembering 4 numbers. This workshop will explain the choices between film and digital photography. If you want a headstart, this is the workshop to attend. A fresh look at a fantastic specialty by two seasoned pros who love to share their knowledge. |
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| Tricks
of the Trade Tips from the Pros |
Getting a great underwater picture is easy… you need patience and knowledge. This session is designed around the concept of skill development. Film-based or digital shooters will benefit from the workshop. Take your photography to the next level. Learn techniques that will help you improve your images from a fantastic team of accomplished pros. From macro to wide-angle, discover how to make a picture instead of simply taking one. How to get this incredible short range close-up image? Want to do 2:1 images? One, two, identical or dissimilar strobes? Seeing in two dimensions and more… |
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| Underwater
Photography An Introduction |
A 6-hour workshop for the beginning and intermediate u/w photographer. This session covers equipment selection, film vs digital, foolproof method to get started, common mistakes and solutions, basic lighting and composition techniques. Learn about the idiosyncrasies of digital cameras underwater and many other efficient ways to enjoy this fantastic specialty. More than 25 years of experience at your service! |
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| Basic Underwater Photography | Learn the basic concepts of underwater photography. After this workshop, the participant will be able to start his u/w photography "career" with the knowledge necessary to choose the right equipment and take rewarding pictures right from the beginning. Silver or digital, all technical aspects are covered with an emphasis on practical advices, including maintenance and equipment selection. |
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| Advanced Underwater Photography | Designed for the photographer who masters the basics of underwater photography, this workshop explores advanced concepts, both from a technical and artistic point of view. Learn advanced fill-flash techniques, multi-strobe photography, ultra wide-angle photography and film selection. Learn the best use of amphibious and housed camera systems. Most concepts apply equally to digital or silver-based photography. |
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| Travel
and Maintenance Tips for the U/W Photographer and Videographer |
Whether you leave for a local outing or plan a round-the-world diving expedition, learn how to save time, money and get better pictures. From the smallest system up to professional outfits, maintenance is paramount for top performance. With heightened security and other problems arising from the simple fact of traveling, learn from 25 years of travel and professional shooting experience of our presenters. How to make sure 350lbs of equipment gets to its destination? How to prevent the "inevitable" flood? |
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| Presenting
your Images from Slides to Digital Format |
You have gathered tons of images and want to present them. Your audience might be your club, a class or a film show crowd. This in-depth workshop focuses on presentation techniques, tools and tricks of the trade. You can apply the content to slides or digital images. Michel and Danielle will provide you with the knowledge you need to improve or start up in this exciting field. Learn from international award-winning producers and top underwater photographers. Advanced or aspiring presentation producers will gather useful information and enjoy themselves. |
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| Underwater
Photography Equipment To Care or not to Care |
Underwater photography equipment is expensive, learn how to properly maintain and transport it. This is an in-depth workshop on maintenance where participants learn from seasoned professionals how to properly care for their expensive pieces of machinery. Should you replace these o-rings on a yearly basis? What about yearly maintenance? U/W flashes weakest points and preventative care that can save you hundreds of $$$$. |
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| The Artistic Eye | Most underwater photographers want to depict sea life and many images are of textbook type. This workshop will being you into another realm, the artistic pursuit that can become a lifelong challenge. Learn how to see beyond the subject, exploring forms, textures and mastering light to define your style. If you are passed the snapshot level and want to explore, this is the perfect workshop. |
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