Guest Speaker at Florida Camera Clubs

Valencia Shores Camera Club, Highland Lakes Camera Club, Ybor 1701 studios are just some of the places where you can catch my 1 hour seminar entitled "Kicking up your creativity through composition, lighting, and psychology" Some clubs allow you to attend for free others have a nominal charge like 10 or twenty dollars. Always check ahead with the particular club before you go.
On October 26 I spoke at the Highland Lakes Camera Club to about 40 people. This club is located in Palm Harbor Florida. They have print competition and show their work at Tiffany's a restaurant in Palm Harbor.
Monday November 1, I went to Lake Worth Florida at the Valencia Shores Camera Club. An absolutely beautiful place and also with about 40 people in attendance. Many of which purchased the Get The Picture DVDs.
This Thursday night, November 4, I will be speaking at Ybor 1701 studios at 7PM. Jim McDevitt who owns the studio is himself a talented photographer. If you should be in the area stop in and get a great informative lecture on Composition, Lighting, and Psychology.

Camera clubs in Florida

To help promote the upcoming seminars in Atlanta, Tampa, Orlando, and Boca Raton I am guest speaking to different camera clubs in Florida. The topic of the lecture is "Kicking Up Your Creativity Through Composition, Lighting, and Psychology". The PowerPoint lecture lasts about an hour and has been well received. What is most gratifying when giving these lectures is the amount of really good questions I get. Members are really well informed.
So far I have appeared at Chasco Camera Club, South Florida Camera Club, and Kendall Camera Club all in Florida. I have also lectured at B and H in New York City.

Clubs that are scheduled are the Highland Lakes Camera Club, Valencia Shores Camera Club, and Ybor studio 1701.
The response by camera groups has been really great. If you would like me to speak at yours contact ken@getthepicture.tv. If you live near one of the clubs mentioned and would like to attend contact the clubs for guest rules. If you want find out more about our up coming seminars go to www.getthepicture.tv

above photo taken by Ada Lluhi Stevens

Fort Myers photography class

The final stop on our 5 city tour this fall. The Fort Myers photography seminar will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2010.
The day is split into two separate classes. You can sign up for one or both and we have early bird specials. There's also great discounts if you bring a friend. For the exact details go to www.getthepicture.tv.

The morning class,
will cover camera functions like Shutter speeds, f/stops, getting the correct exposure, depth of field. What they are, how they work and how they work together.
Why is this important? Why not leave it on AUTO and just snap the picture? Until you are able to control the camera settings your camera will decide what the photo will look like when you snap the shutter. This is why you delete so many photos before getting the photo the way you want. Once you learn how to use the camera on MANUAL every photo you take will be good.
How this class will benefit you;
-Put the camera on MANUAL setting and take control of the outcome.
-Get consistent and predictable results.
-No more deleting half the photos
-use the settings creatively and get outstanding looking photos of ordinary things.
-make every photo a perfect exposure

The afternoon class
This class is all about lighting. I'll explain and show you studio lighting so you can master the techniques that will set you apart from every other photographer. Photography is all about creating your own unique style. Once you learn studio lighting you can apply it outdoors and on location. Turn every photo into a work of art. Unfortunate but true, most photographers today just snap. You will be one of the ones that create!
What you will learn;
-how to control light ratio
-light patterns
-which lights will help you be more creative
-which lights will make you the most money
-what to use on location
I've bought a lot of equipment through the years and will tell you which is worth your investment and which to stay away from.
This class will be in two parts . The lecture/instruction and then the live demo with model.

From a creative stand point this will open up a world of possibilities. From a financial outlook this will enable you to offer what most other photographers cannot. Studio photography is synonymous with professional photography. Get the competitive edge by learning studio lighting. Go to www.getthepicture.tv and check out the details.

Boca Raton Photography Class

Sunday, November 14, 2010 is the date for the Boca Raton Photography Seminar. Last year we held the class indoor and then went out side to take photos. This year we have 2 separate classes depending on what you would like to learn.

The morning class,
will cover camera functions like Shutter speeds, f/stops, getting the correct exposure, depth of field. What they are, how they work and how they work together.
Why is this important? Why not leave it on AUTO and just snap the picture? Until you are able to control the camera settings your camera will decide what the photo will look like when you snap the shutter. This is why you delete so many photos before getting the photo the way you want. Once you learn how to use the camera on MANUAL every photo you take will be good.
How this class will benefit you;
-Put the camera on MANUAL setting and take control of the outcome.
-Get consistent and predictable results.
-No more deleting half the photos
-use the settings creatively and get outstanding looking photos of ordinary things.
-make every photo a perfect exposure

The afternoon class
This class is all about lighting. I'll explain and show you studio lighting so you can master the techniques that will set you apart from every other photographer. Photography is all about creating your own unique style. Once you learn studio lighting you can apply it outdoors and on location. Turn every photo into a work of art. Unfortunate but true, most photographers today just snap. You will be one of the ones that create!
What you will learn;
-how to control light ratio
-light patterns
-which lights will help you be more creative
-which lights will make you the most money
-what to use on location
-which lights will give you more bang for the buck
This class will be in two parts . The lecture/instruction and then the live demo with model.

From a creative stand point this will open up a world of possibilities. From a financial outlook this will enable you to offer what most other photographers cannot. Studio photography is synonymous with professional photography. Get the competitive edge by learning studio lighting. Go to www.getthepicture.tv and check out the details.

Photography Class Tampa

Put down the drink and put out the cigarette. There isn't a minute to waste! Sign up now for the Tampa Photography Seminar on Sunday, November 21, 2010.
Last year we had people attend from as far as Fort Myers and Boca Raton. If you attended last year you know how terrific it was. This year it's going to be bigger and better. Why?

First, we split the day into 2 separate classes.
The morning class,
will cover camera functions like Shutter speeds, f/stops, getting the correct exposure, depth of field. What they are, how they work and how they work together.
Why is this important? Why not leave it on AUTO and just snap the picture? Until you are able to control the camera settings your camera will decide what the photo will look like when you snap the shutter. This is why you delete so many photos before getting the photo the way you want. Once you learn how to use the camera on MANUAL every photo you take will be good.
How this class will benefit you;
-Put the camera on MANUAL setting and take control of the outcome.
-Get consistent and predictable results.
-No more deleting half the photos
-use the settings creatively and get outstanding looking photos of ordinary things.
-make every photo a perfect exposure

The afternoon class
This class is all about lighting. I'll explain and show you studio lighting so you can master the techniques that will set you apart from every other photographer. Photography is all about creating your own unique style. Once you learn studio lighting you can apply it outdoors and on location. Turn every photo into a work of art. Unfortunate but true, most photographers today just snap. You will be one of the ones that create!
What you will learn;
-how to control light ratio
-light patterns
-which lights will help you be more creative
-which lights will make you the most money
-what to use on location
-which lights will give you more bang for the buck
Second,
This year we will also have the Folks from North Tampa Photo to show you the latest equipment. If you are curious about some of the equipment that's out there these are the folks to ask.
Come by yourself or bring a friend at half price (limited to the first 50). Go to our website and sign up and/or learn more. www.getthepicture.tv

Just in!
Bill Sanders of Manfrotto Distribution will be there to answer any questions you may have on Manfrotto (Bogen) tripods, Elinchrom lights, Metz flashes, Gossen light meters, the list goes on and on.

North Tampa Photo will be there to show you the latest and greatest in equipment.

Atlanta Photography class

Sunday, November 7, is the date for our Atlanta photography seminar. This is the second stop in our 5 city tour. What's really cool about this one is it is being sponsored by Showcase camera store in Atlanta. They will be there to show and answer your questions about specific equipment.
There will be 2 seminars, a morning class on camera functions and afternoon class on lighting. So why should you attend?
If you are doing photography for fun these 2 classes will open up new worlds of creative possibilities.
If you are deriving an income from photography these classes are mandatory for your financial success! When it was film there were hundreds of photographers competing for the same job. With digital there are thousands! So what will set you apart from this huge crowd? The ability to use studio lighting both indoor and on location. The ability to put the camera on MANUAL and make every shot count.

The morning class,
will cover technical things like Shutter speeds, f/stops, getting the correct exposure, depth of field. What they are, how they work and how they work together.
Why is this important? Why not leave it on AUTO and just snap the picture? Until you are able to control the camera settings your camera will decide what the photo will look like when you snap the shutter. This is why you delete so many photos before getting the photo the way you want. Once you learn how to use the camera on MANUAL every photo you take will be good.
How this class will benefit you;
-Put the camera on MANUAL setting and take control of the outcome.
-Get consistent and predictable results.
-No more deleting half the photos
-use the settings creatively and get outstanding looking photos of ordinary things.
-make every photo a perfect exposure

The afternoon class
This class is all about lighting. I'll explain and show you studio lighting so you can master the techniques that will set you apart from every other photographer. Photography is all about creating your own unique style. Once you learn studio lighting you can apply it outdoors and on location. Turn every photo into a work of art. Unfortunate but true, most photographers today just snap. You will be one of the ones that create!
What you will learn;
-how to control light ratio
-light patterns
-which lights will help you be more creative
-which lights will make you the most money
-what to use on location
-which lights will give you more bang for the buck
If you care about your photography don't miss this one. If you rely on your photography for income you can't afford to miss it! Sign up now at www.getthepicture.tv

BONUS........... The folks from Showcase camera in Atlanta will be there to show you the latest and best in equipment.

Orlando Photography class

There are a lot of photography seminar in Florida so what makes Get the Picture unique? This fall we are planning a 5 city tour. Starting with the Orlando photography seminar on Sunday, October 24. Each day will consist of 2 separate photography classes. The morning session and the afternoon session.
The morning class,
will cover technical things like Shutter speeds, f/stops, getting the correct exposure, depth of field. What they are, how they work and how they work together.
Why is this important? Why not leave it on AUTO and just snap the picture? Until you are able to control the camera settings your camera will decide what the photo will look like when you snap the shutter. This is why you delete so many photos before getting the photo the way you want. Once you learn how to use the camera on MANUAL every photo you take will be good.
How this class will benefit you;
-Put the camera on MANUAL setting and take control of the outcome.
-Get consistent and predictable results.
-No more deleting half the photos
-use the settings creatively and get outstanding looking photos of ordinary things.
-make every photo a perfect exposure

The afternoon class
This class is all about lighting. I'll explain and show you studio lighting so you can master the techniques that will set you apart from every other photographer. Photography is all about creating your own unique style. Once you learn studio lighting you can apply it outdoors and on location. Turn every photo into a work of art. Unfortunate but true, most photographers today just snap. You will be one of the ones that create!
What you will learn;
-how to control light ratio
-light patterns
-which lights will help you be more creative
-which lights will make you the most money
-what to use on location
-which lights will give you more bang for the buck

Last year we had quiet a few people that came from the Orlando meetup groups and Orlando camera club. We welcome them and other photographers.
Whether you do photography for pleasure or profit this class will open up a whole new world of creativity and possibilities. Sign up now at www.getthepicture.tv