Come join your friends and other nature enthusiasts for our first annual NANPA Fun Shoot! Instead of conducting specific field trips, this year NANPA is inviting everyone to go out and photograph. Two state parks close to the Summit site, and a third on the Sandestin property itself, will host this event. Grayton Beach State Park and Topsail Hill Preserve State Park have beautiful white sand beaches as well as unique dune ecosystems and hiking paths. Transportation is on your own, but a sign-up board for those needing rides and those who can provide rides will be posted at the Registration desk. A third location on the Sandestin Resort will be posted at the Registration desk for those without transportation.
There is no fee; the Fun Shoot costs nothing more than admission to the park you choose to visit. However you must register for this special event. NANPA will have designated pros at all locations who, while shooting themselves, will guide participants and discuss photography.
Who Should Attend
Everyone who wants to join in the fun!
Fee
None; free to all members and non-members.
NANPA's Digital Boot Camp
Feb 26, 2008
Feb 27, 2008
6:00 PM
to
8:00 PM
6:30 AM to 8:30 AM
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Instructors: Bill Campbell and Cheryl Opperman
Tuesday, February 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Wednesday, February 27, 6:30am - 8:30am and 10:00am - 12:00pm
(This is one workshop in three sessions; sessions not available separately.)
Looking to start off right in digital photography? But does the digital process sometimes confuse you? Join award winning nature photographers Bill Campbell and Cheryl Opperman as they guide you through the new and exciting realm of digital photography. Starting with a two-hour session on the digital camera, participants will learn about color spaces, white balance, image noise, appropriate file formats, camera setup and optimal exposure techniques. Bill and Cheryl will end this part of the workshop with hands-on controlled situations for learning proper exposure. Be sure to bring your camera and manual.
The second two-hour session will be held the following morning in the field on the Sandestin Resort grounds to practice appropriate exposure techniques. Bill and Cheryl will explain differences between built-in and on-camera flash and demonstrate the use of macro flashes. They will emphasize exposure, with proven field techniques and composition explored as the opportunity arises.
The final two-hour session will continue the digital process from camera to computer. Consistent color management of the monitor will be discussed at length. Bill and Cheryl will use Adobe Lightroom to explore both management and simple processing of your digital negative. RAW conversion will be demonstrated as well as procedures to speed up the conversion process. Lightroom's library tools for image management will also be explained. Archival processes will be discussed to help participants develop their own procedures at home. This workshop should prepare a digital novice to leave the Summit with the knowledge to make properly exposed digital images and then manage and process them with speed and consistency in Adobe Lightroom.
Who Should Attend
The workshop is geared toward photographers new to the digital process or those desiring a better understanding of shooting digitally.
Fee
$195 for NANPA members; $245 for non-members.
Bill Campbell, MD, is an award-winning nature photographer, tour guide and emergency medicine physician who assists patients in the ER when not out shooting. Capturing the natural world in images is a passion that has driven him to photograph since he was very young. Bill's images have appeared in publications such as Backpacker, Birder's World, Outdoor Photographer and PCPhoto. His book, The Smoky Mountains Photographer's Guide, co-written with Nye Simmons, is a bestseller in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Other clients include the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Nikon. He has taught at the Great American Photo Workshops, the Rocky Mountain School of Photography, NANPA Roadshows and his own Campbell Digital Institute. He has also led numerous trips, photography and otherwise, around the United States and abroad. Bill's images have been exhibited in many forums, including the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences. He also currently serves on the NANPA board. His photography can be viewed at www.billcampbellphoto.com and workshops at www.billcampbelldigital.com
Cheryl Opperman is a wildlife and travel photographer whose images have appeared in many publications including The Denver Post, Ducks Unlimited, National Geographic World and Nature's Best Photography. She has received several awards and her fine art prints have been included in exhibits across the country, including the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
New Ideas in Marketing Your Images
Feb 26, 2008
6:00 PM
to
9:00 PM
Instructors: Nancy Rotenberg and Raymond Klass
Nancy Rotenberg and Raymond Klass have collaborated on a number of unique projects, from inspirational DVDs to promotional projects to Nancy's newly self-published book, Photography and the Creative Life. Nancy's and Raymond's individual strengths complement each other and in this workshop they will share their knowledge and experiences in marketing. Topics will include how to successfully work with editors, making the most of websites, what a good query letter should contain, and how to create contact sheets for promotions and submissions. Using digital and traditional techniques, they will share the know-how necessary to elevate your submissions to the next level. Attendees will leave the workshop with a thorough practical knowledge of the marketing process from start to finish, as well as creative ideas on what is possible. A CD with a PDF document covering all the topics will be provided to participants.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is designed for amateur, advanced and professional photographers who are interested in publishing their work, and for those who would like to know more about the current and future possibilities in the area of digital submissions and promotions.
Fee
$105 for NANPA members; $155 for non-members.
Nancy Rotenberg is an award-winning photographer, writer and motivational speaker. Her images and texts have appeared in numerous calendars, greeting cards and magazines worldwide. Nancy's objective is to photograph with intimacy and to create visual statements that go beyond documentation. Nancy has just completed her third book, entitled Photography and the Creative Life.
Raymond Klass is a photographer and instructor whose images have been published in magazines, advertising and books. He is the author and photographer of Mammoth Cave National Park: Reflections, and teaches photography at the New York Botanical Gardens, Natural Tapestries Photography Workshops and the Adirondack Photography Institute. He is also the chair of NANPA's High School Scholarship Program. Raymond is the recipient of three artist-in-residence positions through the National Park Service. He has been involved with two PBS documentaries and been interviewed on National Public Radio. His publishing credits include American Heritage, the Inner Reflections Calendar, the National Geographic Society, the National Parks Conservation Association, Nature's Best Photography, Outdoor and Nature Photographer and Smithsonian. A graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology, Raymond incorporates the latest technology into his workflow and helps other professionals use these advancements. By explaining the newest technology in plain English, within the context of nature photography, Raymond breaks down the wall that may exist between your equipment and your art.
Fine Art Printing
Feb 27, 2008
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
Instructor: Jon Canfield
You want to create great prints on paper or canvas from those wonderful images in your files. Yet are you frustrated by varying colors or inconsistencies when you try to print? Join Jon Canfield as he leads you through the fine points of tuning your images for fine art printing. He will discuss resizing, sharpening, creative borders, media selection and color management for printing, so that what you see on screen is what prints. All participants will have the opportunity to print a large format image (up to 20"x 24") at some point during the Summit. Jon is experienced in both the Mac and Windows operating systems and in both Epson and Hewlett Packard printers. He will be answering questions about both platforms and both printers.
Who Should Attend
Photographers of all levels who want to print their images with the same color fidelity and tone that they saw when they made the images, or with the same colors and details that they see on their screen.
Fee
$105 for NANPA members; $155 for non-members.
Jon Canfield is a printing expert and a popular instructor and author of several books on digital imaging, including RAW 101 and Print Like a Pro. A regular contributor to Outdoor Photography, PC Photo, Shutterbug and other magazines, Jon is also an advisor to HP, Pantone and other imaging companies.
Essential Photoshop Techniques
Feb 27, 2008
1:30 PM
to
4:30 PM
Instructor: Rob Sheppard
What are the essential parts of Photoshop that a nature photographer must know and why? How can you incorporate these essentials into your workflow to ensure you are getting the best images possible of nature? Rob Sheppard brings his unique perspective on Photoshop, based on work with his own and other photographers' images as they have been used in Outdoor Photographer and in his 20 books about photography. Learn not just the techniques that will get the most out of a digital photograph, but the specifics that apply to nature photography. This is not about spending time in front of the computer, but about using that time efficiently so great results come without wasted computer time. Discover how you can best interpret a natural scene accurately and evocatively. You will learn to truly control and master some core techniques, as well as explore new ones that will give you mastery over your images.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who wants insights into Photoshop's many functions and commands as they specifically relate to nature photography, both to improve images and workflow.
Fee
$105 for NANPA members; $155 for non-members.
Rob Sheppard has had a longtime commitment to helping photographers connect with digital imaging technology. He is the author and photographer of more than 25 books, a well-known speaker and workshop leader, and editor-at-large and columnist for Outdoor Photographer magazine. He has written hundreds of articles about photography and nature. RobŐs books include The Magic of Digital Nature Photography, the National Geographic Field Guide to Digital Photography, Adobe Camera Raw for Digital Photographers Only and Outdoor Photographer Landscape and Nature Photography with Photoshop CS2. See his website at www.robsheppardphoto.com and his blog at www.photodigitary.com.
Capturing Action with High-Speed Flash
Feb 27, 2008
1:30 PM
to
4:30 PM
Instructor: Joe McDonald
No piece of photographic equipment is as poorly used as is the electronic flash, but with it a photographer can make stunning images not possible in any other way. Join Joe McDonald as he explains how electronic flash works and how effective flash techniques often relate to ambient light exposures. He will relate the three principal uses for flash for nature shooting, including stop-action photography and fill-flash, as well as how to set up an electronic kit for spectacular hummingbird photographs. Attendees will also learn how to incorporate camera-tripping devices to capture high-speed events that would be impossible to record by human reactions alone. The pace and coverage of this workshop will depend upon the questions asked. Although emphasis will be upon understanding TTL, the most popular flash mode, manual techniques will also be discussed.
Who Should Attend
Anyone who wants to learn to use electronic flash units effectively, and make images that look natural.
Fee
$105 for NANPA members; $155 for non-members.
Joe McDonald is considered by many to be the master of electronic flash for wildlife photography. A photographer since he was 14 years old, and a full-time professional since 1984, Joe has taught hundreds of people his flash and high-speed techniques. He is the author of eight books on wildlife and nature photography. He is also a columnist for Outdoor Photographer and a NANPA Fellow. Joe and his wife, Mary Ann, spend at least half of each year in the field, conducting photography tours and safaris, and also teach workshops at their home base in Hoot Hollow, Pennsylvania.
From Your Camera to a Paycheck
Mar 2, 2008
9:00 AM
to
12:00 PM
Instructor: Ric Kasnoff
Photographers who market their images know the only way to make a sale is to get their images in front of clients. What is the most effective and efficient way to make this happen? Whether you are marketing your images through your own website, a stock agency or other distribution channels, a key to your photographs being found is proper keywording and metadata. Editors and researchers depend on this information to help them find and select the images they need.
This special workshop presented by Ric Kasnoff will help you develop an efficient, automated workflow to add this crucial information to your image files. Ric will show you how to build and use templates that will help you quickly attach metadata and keywords to your images to ensure they are ready for distribution. Proper metadata practices can also protect you from unauthorized usage and can help establish ownership in case of disputes.
The discussion will move beyond the how-tos of entering the data and discuss other important subjects including:
Controlled vocabulary versus random, reactionary keywording
Copyrighting your images and what protection it gives you
Orphan works-legal image theft is on the horizon
Stock sales options-it's not just the Big 3 agencies anymore
Image tracking service options
Image licensing models and options
Who Should Attend
Photographers looking to protect their images, increase their visibility, marketability and sales. This will be a hands-on workshop. For a better understanding, Ric recommends that you bring a laptop and a digital asset management program such as Lightroom, IView, Aperture or Photoshop's Bridge. Ric will be using Lightroom during this workshop, though the principles are the same for all programs. A 30-day free trial is available for Lightroom if you wish to follow Rick's on-screen demonstrations more closely.
Fee
$105 for NANPA members; $155 for non-members.
Ric Kasnoff is senior director of professional imaging and education for Digital Railroad. A Brooks Institute-trained photographer, he has been creating award-winning images for more than 35 years. While concentrating on portraits (studio, concert, environmental, editorial and commercial), he has also worked in the nature, travel, advertising and product photography fields.
Ric has been certified as an instructor or expert in many of the professional level programs from Apple and Adobe, including Photoshop, Aperture, DVD Studio Pro, Final Cut Pro and Motion. He has worked for Microsoft, Alchemedia and the Blue Earth Alliance, and taught seminars and workshops throughout the world. Ric served on the President's Council and the Digital Imaging Advisory Council of the International Center for Photography and has been a digital technology advisor at the Rochester Institute of Technology.
There is no fee; the Fun Shoot costs nothing more than admission to the park you choose to visit. However you must register for this special event. NANPA will have designated pros at all locations who, while shooting themselves, will guide participants and discuss photography.
