Our Fifth Year Workshop Program offers 18 intense, remarkable classes with world-renown working photographers and educators. Most are three full days plus a 4th day morning session and begin on March 29. You will spend three 1/2 days with your fellow students listening, learning, shooting and comparing notes. Your instructor will work with you, demonstrate his or her methods, explore his or her own work and your own. We also offer one-day workshops during the week, allowing you to choose from special lighting and portfolio organization and presentation classes in addition to your principal workshop.

Note: Included in your workshop fee are Model fees, transportation costs and a delicious Boxed-Lunch for each full day of your workshop.

Workshop attendees will receive a 25% discount from each full day of their daily registration fee when they register.

The fourth day morning session of these workshops is optional and free. This means you can attend this wrap-up session and / or sign up for Portfolio Reviews, Seminars or Tech Consultations on the fourth day. Friday we repeat important Seminars for those in the workshop program who could not attend these sessions earlier in the week.

WORKSHOPS

4-DAY WORKSHOPS ( Unless noted otherwise, 3 Full Days Plus Morning Session on 4th day)

MASTER CLASS

THE JOEL MEYEROWITZ MASTER CLASS: The Search For Identity. The Joel Meyerowitz workshop will be divided into the two ways of seeing that are at the heart of most photographic activity; walking the streets anywhere in the world and being out in nature. You will spend four days shooting with Joel on the local streets and out in nearby wilderness. You will have an opportunity to better understand how instinct, on the street, plays a role in defining who you are, as a person and as an artist; the same is true of the way we experience ourselves in nature and why we feel compelled to make photographs about its mystery and magnitude. This is a FULL FOUR-DAY WORKSHOP. Click Here for Full Details.

Monday, March 29 – Thursday, April 1. 9:00am – 4:00pm
Price: $1000
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DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS

VISUAL STORYTELLING IN THE DIGITAL AGE with ED KASHI
The digital age is giving documentary photographers and photojournalists extraordinary new ways to tell stories. With this new ability, you can also exercise a greater level of authorship with your work. This intensive three day workshop will allow you to share your work in an intimate session to learn more about how a visual storyteller with a mission works. Given the direction that editorial photography is moving, there has never been a greater need for the documentary photographer and photojournalist to be able to put a stamp on their work. This means establishing a mission and motivation to maintain a clear vision of what you will do with your work to create an impact. Ed Kashi will use as examples his many personal projects, including his seminal work on Aging in America and recent work on the Kurds in Iraq, India and the Niger Delta for National Geographic. He will show how you develop an idea, get funding, get access, determine your goals, and most importantly disseminate your work to create an impact on the subject, issue and hopefully society. We will look at photographs, multimedia and short films to consider the range of opportunities out there at the moment. Students will have a day of shooting and then review, plus a group critique of each student’s portfolio/essays during the workshop. Click Here for Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $800
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PERSONAL VISION & THE DOCUMENTARY PERSONAL PROJECT WITH LYNN JOHNSON.
National Geographic photographer Lynn Johnson will review student’s work, help them to find areas of intense interest to them and suggest a theme to photograph during the workshop if requested. Perhaps no form of photography can have as much impact as powerful documentary work. Student’s photographs / portfolios will be reviewed and critiqued as a class each morning. She will present her own, powerful photography to the class, explain how she goes about executing her projects, how she finds the places and people she requires and how her work furthers her advocacy in making social change. Click Here for Full Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $800
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PORTRAIT WORKSHOPS

THE POWERFUL EDITORIAL PORTRAIT With ANTONIN KRATOCHVIL.

In this unique workshop, Antonin Kratochvil will show how, even in the difficult art of portraiture, it is possible to work in an intensely personal, unique style of interpretation. His photographs of people – celebrities or common people – have made him world famous. It will not be a traditional workshop on portraiture because Kratochvil has never made a traditional portrait – therefore be ready to at least temporarily abandon many of your current thinking on the subject. Antonin’s images go beyond document, they speak of emotions and states of mind, both of the photographer and the person photographed. Click Here For Further Information

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price $850
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SIGNATURE PORTRAITURE ON ASSIGNMENT WITH FRANK OCKENFELS III.
Master Portraitist Frank W. Ockenfels III returns to the Palm Springs Photo Festival to teach his unique class in photographing people on assignment. Learn from one of today’s hippest shooters – Ockenfels will present his many year’s work for such magazines as Rolling Stone, Time, Entertainment Weekly, Us, Premiere, Esquire, New York Magazine and Spin as well as album covers for David Bowie, REM, Queen Latifah, Willie Nelson, Keb’ Mo’ Jackson Browne, Melissa Etheridge and others. Student’s work will be reviewed by Ockenfels. The class will then learn how to photograph using each other as models and assistants. The workshop will be hands-on. Film or Digital is accepted.
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Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $900.
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FINE ART NUDE

THE FINE ART NUDE WITH JOCK STURGES.
In this special workshop, Jock Sturges will work intensely with his students, revealing his motivations and techniques. It will feature active picture-making, supplemented by morning presentations/demonstrations by Jock, also allowing time for group and individual picture critiques. Emphasis will be on the nude in the landscape (Joshua Tree National Monument) and in evocative settings offered by the Korakia. These locations have wonderful options for natural light: Shadows and sun, hard and soft, the glow of diffusion. Both formal and informal approaches will be demonstrated and employed: Tripod-mounted camera work versus loose, hand-held style. You will learn how to feel the light – understand the properties of light as it sculpts and shapes the female form. Models will be provided each day, giving each participant ample time to make important photographs. The ratio of models to photographers is approximately 1:4. Jock will be available throughout for consultation, either in informal group sessions or individually, as opportunity offers. Although the Nude is the classic subject that has challenged artists throughout history, it remains a blank canvas for each photographer to fill. The approach may be complex, or simple in the extreme, but either way, opportunities abound. Click Here for Full Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $1200
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LANDSCAPE WORKSHOPS

THE DESERT LANDSCAPE WITH JACK DYKINGA.
Internationally celebrated landscape photographer Jack Dykinga will take students to beautiful areas surrounding Palm Springs including Joshua Tree National Monument, Painted Canyon and the fascinating views surrounding the Salton Sea. He will demonstrate his methods and technique as he (and students) document the remarkable natural scene and habitat in these locales. Students will be shooting with their own SLR cameras. Film will be provided by FujiFilms to students if requested. Critiques of student’s work and an in-depth look at Dykinga’s remarkable photography will compliment the workshop. If you LOVE working in the landscape, working with Dykinga in the California desert is an opportunity not to miss. Students can shoot film or digital. Click Here for Full Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $900
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THE KENRO IZU MASTER CLASS: THE FINE ART LANDSCAPE
This workshop takes you on location to the Joshua Tree National Monument, a pre-historic Palm Oasis and other natural ancient Native American lands to work with this famous and influential photographer. Photographing with Kenro Izu will be an experience for those interested in a workshop involving hands-on shooting. Izu will respectfully explore the spiritual qualities of his subject with his large format cameras and present his work, discuss his career and review the work of his students. The workshop will be taught on location. Film Provided by FujiFilms. Click Here for Full Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $800.
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PERSONAL STYLE

PERSONAL STYLE: FINDING YOUR VOICE with KEITH CARTER
Would you like to develop or refine your personal style, strengthen your original vision, and broaden the way you think about the art of photography? This workshop is to help serious amateurs and professionals achieve more passion in their work by clarifying the narrative, aesthetic, and emotional aspects of image making. In this lies the key- your vision can transcend the ordinary, move away from the typical and conventional. With an emphasis on simplicity and the use of natural light, we explore the use of metaphor, symbolism, and popular culture as participants photograph across all genres. Through practical demonstrations, field trips, individual portfolio reviews, and the review of work of historically significant as well as little-known photographers, we refine our views on producing work and balancing the various aspects of a busy life. In addition to darkroom technique, digital fine art, and expressive printmaking, we discuss how to develop projects and exhibitions, editing, and the ins and outs of the publishing world. Ultimately, we’ll build a foundation to take home and build upon, to put you on the path to a unique, stand-out vision of your own. Everyone is encouraged to bring a sense of humor, adventure, and purpose; burnouts welcome! Click here for More Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price $1000
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ART OF ARCHITECTURE PHOTOGRAPHY

ARCHITECTURE PHOTOGRAPHY WITH JUERGEN NOGAI.

Nogai, partner of Architecture photography’s most famous practitioner Julius Schulman, teaches this master class on location in several of Palm Springs most notable mid-century modernist homes. This workshop is an annual sell-out so hurry and register to save your place. Sinar will provide 4×5 view cameras and lenses for this class. Film provided by FujiFilms. Films will be processed by A & I Lab. Click Here for Full Details

Monday, March 29 – Wednesday, March 31 9:00am – 4:00pm (plus wrap-up session Thursday, 9:00am – 11:00am)
Price: $800
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1-DAY WORKSHOPS

THE DRAMATIC PORTRAIT: Shaping Light to Create Mood, Enhance Character and Increase Drama with NELS ISRAELSON.
From his numerous album covers for such artists as the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Ratt, James Brown, and Jackson Browne to his movie poster images for Pirates of the Caribbean, Spiderman and many others, Nels Israelson consistently produces moments of dramatic tension in his photographs. In this one day intensive workshop Nels will focus on encouraging photographers to take a fresh look at the ways that light can function in portraiture, and how light as a storytelling tool can influence the mood of the photo session as well as the look of the finished image.
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Tuesday, March 30, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.
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Thursday, April 1, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Price $350
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WORK IN PROGRESS With LINDA CONNOR
Linda Connor will be conducting a one-day workshop consisting of supportive and honest discussions and feedback of the students’ photographic projects or creative work. Discussion of students’ work will include Aspects of its Content, Stage of Development, Sequencing, Editing, Presentation, Inspiration and Audience. This will take place in a casual but focused group situation allowing for participants to learn from the work and comments of their fellow students. Come with an open mind and a lot of work. Click Here for Full Details
Tuesday, March 30. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Price: $315
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THE BUSINESS OF PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP With LAURIE KRATOCHVIL & CAROL LeFLUFY
In this full-day reprise of their 2-hour seminar, Kratochvil and LeFlufy will offer an expanded, in-depth one day workshop on the Business of Photography today. As boundaries between practices are blurring and markets are evaporating, they will discuss experiences and address practical advice on how to navigate and diversify your commercial photography business . You will get the perspective of both the buyer (Laurie/photo editor) and the seller (Carol/artist representative). This Seminar Course Will Cover Topics that Include: Portfolio Building, Editing and Presentation, (both online and off), How to Approach Photo Editors, Art Buyers and Creatives in the Magazine, Advertising and Entertainment Fields, Discuss Fees and Pricing, Contracts, Licensing, Copyrights, Bidding, Invoicing, Self -Promotion, Websites, Stock Agencies, Archiving, and Work Ethics to Ensure Longevity in the Business.
Wednesday, March 31.
9:00 am – 4:30 pm
PRICE: $315
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Hybrids: THE CONVERGENCE FACTOR: What You Need to Know About Shooting Motion With the Canon 5D Mark II, 7D with VINCENT LAFORET
Vincent LaForet has been at the forefront of the convergence of stills and motion since the Canon 5-D Mark II first made its debut last year. The first part of the day will involve a basic introduction to HDDSL video (High-Definition Digital Single Lens Reflex); it’s advantages, challenges and basic film theory for photographers transitioning into motion. The group will be broken into two separate groups, each of whom will shoot the same theme and get hands-on experience with the hybrid camera systems as well as many accessories (made by such companies as Marshall Electonics, Redrock Mico, Micro-dolly and IDX). Each group will essentially shoot a short film. Everyone will have a chance to direct and operate the camera and fulfill the roles that are part of the average narrative production. This is what you’ll need to learn in order to create short film products for websites and client’s other promotional efforts. LaForet will then discuss post-production workflow- Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, converting footage and doing a basic edit of the film as well as a final section in grading the footage (color correction). This workshop is going to be an incredible introduction to this fascinating new opportunity. Click Here for Full Details.

Thursday, April 1. 9:00am – 4:00pm
Price: $350
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DECONSTRUCTING YOUR PORTFOLIO & WEBSITE With ALLEGRA WILDE. How to Edit Your Own Photographs: Clarifying Your Commercial Portfolio Without Surrendering Your Vision. Oftentimes we show work we like best in our portfolio. Does this actually serve our interests? Are we really sending a different message than we hope? Are we confusing our clients with mixed messages, averaging out the impression we give rather than strengthening our core message? The role of the portfolio is to leave a very specific, strong clear impression of what we do and how we can serve our clients. Find out what messages you’re sending, how your clients are seeing what you’re presenting them. Please Click Here for Full Details

Tuesday, March 30. 9:00am – 4:00pm
Price: $315
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The 2-hour sessions on the fourth (or fifth day depending on the workshop) are optional. This means attendees can return to the workshop for these morning sessions or register for Seminars or Portfolio Reviews on those mornings. The two-hour wrap-up sessions are free (the workshop fee is calculated on the full days of the workshops only).

Each workshop is designed to build on the knowledge of photography you currently possess. Our instructors are all top working photographers at the top of their game. Prepare to be challenged and to discover talents you never thought you had. This is what you signed up for! Bring all of your own camera equipment and laptop. Some of the workshops will take place outdoors, so be sure to bring protective sun gear, water and comfortable shoes. Each workshop runs from 9AM – 4PM. A delicious boxed-lunch is included for each full day of the workshop. Note: When registering for a workshop the daily registration fee is additional. There is a 25% discount on daily registration fees for workshop attendees. A delicious boxed lunch is included for each full day of the workshop.

Digital Cameras: We accept digital cameras in all workshops. Photographers working with digital cameras should bring their laptops and be conversant with their hardware and software in order to facilitate downloading and projecting their work for critiques in class. Digital projectors with standard VGA cables will be provided. If you require DVI connectors and / or adapters, please bring one to class.

Canon Equipment Loan: Mon-Thrs- 8:00 am – 9:00 am. Canon & Leica has provided their latest digital & analog cameras for students to test drive, and to use in the workshops.Inc