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Introduction to Documentary Photography

  • Date: 14th August 10 - 15th August 10

    Location: Weston super Mare

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    Contact: Reception

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    Phone: 01225 325 733

    Cost: £155.00

    Type: Education Workshops

Start: Saturday 10am - 5pm / Sunday 10am - 4.30pm

Whether a restful haven of serenity, a jam-packed platform for sun worshippers
or a curious observation of British society determined to make the most of the
day, the beach is a perfect location for all genres of photography; macro,
documentary, seascape, portrait and even wildlife.

"The seaside has to be one of the most fascinating places for
people-watching," says Martin Parr. "It is a place where we relax and lose our
inhibitions, and that's when true personalities come on display."

This workshop is designed for both the typical enthusiast photographer and
photographers wanting to expand their understanding for how to create a
photographic story through images and is aimed at participants who have a good
understanding of the major camera controls.The emphasis is not on teaching
what you can gain from a textbook (digital workflow, Photoshop manipulation
etc) but how to use time on location, edit your images and be involved in
group critics. Techniques and processes used to help the photographer tell a
story or make a record. With the guidance of your tutor you can achieve the
rewarding goals of building on your existing abilities and possibility brake
into new interest within the photography practice.

Please note that this course is specifically designed for SLR cameras, however should you wish to use a compact digital camera then please contact john@omniproductions.co.uk

 

This workshop will be held in Weston super Mare.

Day One
A Brief Introduction:
To social documentary photography both new and traditional and how to breakdown, understand and create the structure of the traditional photographic essay.

Out and About
Transfer your developed knowledge into hands-on practise as you go out to a local (pre-arranged) destination photographing with your instructor.

Group review and discussion
With the use of a projector, your images will be reviewed and discussed within the group and the tutor will give feedback and advice.

Day Two
Out and About Second Time Around
On this second day, building upon what has been learnt from day one, you with the group will evaluate progress and return to the same location to improve your skills.

Group review and discussion
Having taken the photographs, there will be an open and friendly group discussion and critique of your images.

What to bring
Digital SLR camera, your camera manual and media storage to take your work home (i.e. CD-R, DVD-R, USB stick, camera Flash card or portable hard drive etc. NOTE: the storage size and quantity needed will depend on the number of images taken and resolution capabilities of your camera) also any images that you would like your tutor to critique. Please empty your camera’s memory card before attending the course.

Bring a packed lunch or use local facilities. Tea and coffee provided. You will need to have appropriate clothing for walking and weather conditions.