PHOTOlearn
YOUTH camp
$55
(per
class) (ages 5-14)
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PHOTOlearn camp
call
for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
10:00am-noon
JUNE 23
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
10am-noon
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B/W
35mm FILM Camera Photography
(or Disposable Camera)
Wen will begin
the session with a brief history of photography and cameras.
She'll share with participants a variety of vintage and modern day
cameras. Students will also explore how photographs began and the
cameras that were used. Actual vintage tintype photographs will be
shown. Students will learn techniques to take better images with a
their camera using black & white film.
see previous student
gallery works
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Lauren, student
PHOTOlearn camp
call
for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
10:00am-noon
JUNE 23
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
1:00pm-3:00pm
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B/W
35mm Film Camera Location Shoot
(or Disposable Camera)
Students will
use their 35mm film cameras, together with Wen, students will venture to
a location to photograph a list of assignments. Wen will work with
each student, helping them discover the function of f-stops, shutter
speeds, exposure, composition, and camera angles.
Fees
include all materials, disposable cameras or film. Students using
35mm camera should bring their camera (and instruction manual if
available).
Participants should wear sunscreen and hats, as we'll be
photographing outside (water bottles provided).
A limited number of 35mm film cameras are available
for student rental (one fee of $25 per student for use in all
classes). Please reserve a camera at registration, if needed.
Students should change or bring an additinal camera battery, if the
battery has not been replaced in the last year.
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gallery works
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Colin,
student PHOTOlearn camp
call for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
1:30-3:30pm
JUNE 25
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
10am-noon |
Introduction to Digital Photography & Shoot
A grand
opportunity for students to learn more about their digital cameras.
Topics include auto, manual, and other camera setting options.
Manual and auto focus will also discussed. Students will photograph on
location with their cameras and document their f-stop and shutter speed
settings.
Fees
include all materials. Student to bring a digital camera,
memory card, camera manual if available.
Participants should wear sunscreen and hats, as we'll be
photographing outside
(water bottles provided).
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gallery works
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Trae
Pennington, student
call
for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
3:30-5:30pm
JUNE 26
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
1:00pm-3:00pm |
Photoshop Automated
Contact Sheet of Digital Images
Students will see each step of
making a digital contact sheet of their images using Photoshop. Images will be critiqued. Students will interact toward one another's images through the critique
process. Participants will have the opportunity to review and
discuss their images, including image composition.
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gallery works
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PHOTOlearn camp
call
for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
10:00am-noon
JUNE 26
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
10am-noon
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Processing B/W Film
Students
will process an exposed roll of b/w film (previously photographed).
Wen will lead students step by step in processing the film. Film
chemicals and processing materials will be explained and experienced by
each student. (For Lafayette class, Wen will mail printed contact
sheets of film negatives to students) Fees
include all materials, disposable cameras or film, and images
processing.
Participants should bring apron or wear old clothing.
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gallery works
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Pagosa class
students will meet in Wen's darkroom, which also includes a darkroom
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PHOTOlearn camp
call for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
10:00-noonpm
JULY 16
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO
10:00am-noon
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Photography
Location Shoot (digital or film)
Film
camera participants will learn to properly load film into their cameras
and will use their 35mm film cameras (older manual cameras are the
best with detachable lens) with color film to experience the basics of
photography and exposure. All students will learn more about shutter
speeds and f-stops will be and participants will record their settings
when photographing. Basic camera operation and settings will be covered.
Students will be given an assignment in color theory and photograph with
their cameras. Film will be collected for overnight processing and
available at the next class.
A
limited number of 35mm cameras are available for rent at $20, if needed.
Camera
Fee is a one time fee and not a per class fee.
Fees
include all materials film, and film with photographs processing).
Participants should wear sunscreen and hats, as we'll be
photographing outside (water bottles provided).
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Kelsey
Crider, student
PHOTOlearn camp
call
for date
LAFAYETTE, CO
10:00am-noon
JULY 23
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
9:30
10:00am-noon a |
Digital
Kiosk Photography
Students
will venture to a digital processing kiosk and learn the basics of
making photographs from a kiosk Wen will help students alter color on
their digital files, convert to b/w or sepia. Students will select
3 of their best photographs prints from the kiosk and make a 4x6 color,
5x7 sepia, and 8x10 b/w photograph of the images.
Fees
include all materials. Students should bring their flash memory
cards for printing.
Participants should wear sunscreen and hats, as we'll be
photographing outside
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works
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Remy,
student
PHOTOlearn camp
JULY 17
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO
10:00am-noon
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35mm
B/W Darkroom Making Photos
Each
student will choose at least one photograph and make a 5x7 enlargement.
Dodging and burning print enhancements will be demonstrated and students
will apply the techniques to their photographs. The developing
process and chemicals of black and white photographs will be demonstrated
and students will apply the techniques to their enlargement prints.
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Remy,
student
PHOTOlearn camp
JULY 30
PAGOSA SPRINGS, CO
10:00am-noon
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Matting & Framing Your Photographs
A
grand opportunity to learn more about choosing the right mat and frame to
display your photograph. Students will dry mount the enlargement onto
a mat board using a hot dry mount press. Wen will discuss the
proper framing of photographs. Students will be encouraged to enter
photographs into the Archuleta County Fair in August.
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PHOTOlearn sessions
DIGITAL OR FILM
high
school-adult
$95
each
session
Call for available
sessions to suit your schedule. Each session is two hours. Popular
topics are listed below, others available upon your individual request.
CALL FOR YOUR DATES
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PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
LAFAYETTE, CO
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Camera Operation
& Equipment Purchase
(film or digital)
Learn and understand the parts of a camera and how they
function. Here's your opportunity for a pro to help you know your
camera!Camera maintenance will be discussed. We’ll evaluate f-stop
basics. You'll not only have a keen understanding of f-stop
characteristics, but also discover the best f-stop decisions for the
image you photograph. Learn the best "resolution" settings to
capture your photographs.
Topics include: aperture depth of field
(minimum and maximum), aperture priority, optimize your camera
operation, selecting the proper f-stop,
digital verses film camera options, camera manufactures, and purchasing
a camera, lenses, and additional equipment (resources).
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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LAFAYETTE, CO
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
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F-stops
and Shutter Speeds
Learn
how to select the right shutter to help create better images.
Advantages of slow and fast shutter speeds will be discussed.
Participants will shoot an assignment with Wen during this session.
Topics include: slow shutter speed effects, fast shutter speed
effects,
shutter speed camera priority, balancing shutter speed and
aperture,
logistics of shutter speed, manually setting your shutter speed, and
image composition.
This segment is
dedicated to help you understand why f-stops are important for you to
control. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of speeds ISO
settings.
Topics include:
selecting the
right ISO speedfor the action scenario,
best exposure settings (aperture and shutter) to suit the intent of
your photo.
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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LAFAYETTE, CO
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
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Natural
Light (+/- exposure)
This
segment is dedicated to help you understand why f-stops are important
for you to control. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of
ISO speeds. Create the best exposure without an
electronic flash.
Topics include:
adjusting
the right speed for the lighting scenario,
using over and under exposure through f-stops, choosing the right
resolution setting,
right exposure settings (aperture and shutter), and image perspective.
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO LAFAYETTE, CO
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Electronic
Flash Systems
Does
the electronic flash have you puzzled?
Are you interested in obtaining better images using your flash?
This session will give you confidence to easily use your flash.
For
those who don't have a flash- you can rent one for $20
and discover the right flash to purchase!
Topics: Shadowless images, reducing red-eye, using a LumiQuest
bouncer, fast recycle times with battery pack options,
adjusting
exposures for particular lighting conditions.
Topics include: aperture and shutter settings, flash settings (TTL, auto, manual), flash
manufacturer options, creating "shadowless"
flash images, using the flash outdoors and indoors, film speed options,
camera hot shoe or camera bracket options, and pc cord adaptors.
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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LAFAYETTE, CO
PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
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B/W FILM PROCESSING
Bring an exposed roll of black and white film and
process it yourself. Wen will provide all the necessary items to show
how you can process your b/w film without a darkroom! Through
Wen's step by step instructions, you'll process your film and learn the
chemicals and supplies of the film processing processing.
Topics include: step-by-step film
processing
(chart & steps provided), choosing the right film processing
materials
and equipment, vendor resources for materials/equipment purchase.
Participants will process an exposed black and white film roll, with
Wen's supervision.
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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PAGOSA
SPRINGS, CO
location only
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B/W
DARKROOM PHOTO PRINTING
Here's an opportunity to learn the fine art of
black and white photo printing. In Wen's darkroom, she'll take you
step by step in how to make a photographic enlargement. You'll see
how simple it can be to set-up your own darkroom!
Topics include: step-by-step photograph enlargement making,
(chart & steps provided), enhancing your photograph through burning and
dodging,
and equipment, vendor resources for materials/equipment purchase.
Fees include all printed materials.
Participants should bring all their photographic equipment
(including owner’s manuals, tri-pods, etc.) and wear CASUAL CLOTHING.
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