Courses available in Johannesburg / Pretoria, Cape Town and Durban.
Page through a magazine, see a picture that you like, post a message asking if anyone wants to shoot. I’ve watched many talented creatives waste years on this path. My masterclass courses are designed to help in areas where you need it most. Please note that these are masterclasses, you need an existing knowledge of photography as we will not address basic technical aspects.
Recognising, defining, understanding and owning your own unique style is the first step to enjoying a photographic career.
Without having a clear voice in your head your will struggle to find art in your craft. Due to the personalized nature of this course it requires close individual attention. Classes are limited to three people and dates will be scheduled as a class fills up.
Genres covered: Portraiture, street photography, fine art, wedding, fashion, editorial, children.
Requirements: A collection of your work in print or digital format, minimum 30 pieces that have been shot over 2 years.
Process:
• Analyse your needs
• Curate
• Critique
• Form a profile of you as a photographer
• Understand your brand
• Set a task
Six month post course feedback and coaching via e-mail / telephone.
ONLY ONE CLASS PER MONTH.
January to November 2016.
R4500
Producing your photo shoot.
It’s far too easy to grab a camera and shoot. Having a more clearly defined route from point A to point B will fast track your career.
Areas covered:
• The client
• The concept
• The research
• The talent
• The location
• The brief
• The crew
• The equipment
• The craft table
2016 Dates TBA
R2900
As a director your most important job is to gain and enjoy the confidence of your subject.
As a photographer you need to direct your subject, chances are that they are nervous and some even afraid, you, the director are their safety net. They look to you to make them feel confident enough to give you what you need. Directing your photo shoot is the clear execution of all the planning and preparation to date. The better your direction the better your results. Let me take you by the hand and guide you through the shoot.
• Satisfy your voice
• Know your subject
• Know your desired result
• Define key words
• Control the pace
• Coach and pose
• Flattery gets you everywhere
2016 Dates TBA
R3900
Understanding why we light.
All too often you ask how when the more important question is WHY do you want that light. Understand the mood and psychology of light and image better.
2016 Dates TBA
R3500
Do you know anything about makeup? Do you understand why a look is not working for you in a shoot? Do you know that makeup as much as light changes a face?
Understanding your styling team and keeping control of your shoot space will help you enjoy the confidence of the person sitting to be photographed. You are the leader in this space, act like one. Without clear instruction as to what you envision as an end result you’ve lost the edge before your shoot begins. Together with a professional, published stylist we will discuss the teams shoot dynamic. You will learn more about their art and how to apply this knowledge to get the most out of your shoot.
• Basic makeup concepts
• Basic makeup terminology
• Professional cheats
2016 Dates TBA
R3500
Getting your image print ready is an art in itself.
Until the advent of digital you would go to a photo lab where skilled printers with years of darkroom experience would handle your image. This finishing class takes you through RAW file processing to essential Photoshop dark room and retouching techniques enabling you to deliver the best quality version of the image you photographed.
2016 Dates TBA
R3500