Inspired by the approach of esteemed Canadian photographer, Freeman Patterson, this workshop will stretch your understanding of what photography is and what results you can achieve using this most magic medium. Through techniques such as multi-exposure, movement between exposures, and photo-montage you will create images in the style of impressionist painters. You will be challenged to see past the literal to interpret your surroundings in fresh ways, always asking yourself, "'what else do I see in my mind's eye, beyond what my eyes see and the everyday labels I attach to what I see?"
The objective of this weekend residential workshop is to immerse you in exploring the possibilities of techniques and perspectives that go beyond traditional photographic styles. Film will be developed during the weekend and your work will be critiqued. Most importantly, this weekend will give you the chance to play. You will be amazed and delighted by the images you produce when you liberate yourself from convention!
Suggested equipment:
35mm camera capable of multi exposure
Sturdy tripod
Zoom lens 70-200mm or 100-300mm or similar focal length
Macro lens, 100mm f4 or longer is ideal - nice to have.
Color slide film is necessary to practice some of the techniques. Other techniques can be applied to color print film as well.
Fuji Velvia, Provia, Kodak 100vs, 100gx are ideal slide films
Loupe for editing slides
Geppe slide mount (box of 100 at Henry's for $10.99)
Schedule
Friday evening
Dinner
Introductions; participants can show 6-8 images of own work as part of introducing themselves.
Talk: introduction to photo impressionism. What you photograph is the composition, how you photograph is interpretation, impression and expression of own response. It is a way of conveying photographer's feelings for the subject. Compare and contrast with editorial/documentary styles - not your Ansel Adams' image!!
Slide show; instructor's work
Instructions for morning shoot
Saturday
Pre-dawn shoot on the Crieff hills grounds.
Breakfast
Morning lecture - multi-exposure techniques
Morning shoot
Lunch (film sent for processing)
Afternoon lecture - montage techniques
Afternoon shoot
Dinner - (film sent for processing)
Preparation for participant's show
Slide show of the day's selected works
Sunday
Breakfast
Morning shoot at off-site location with instructors
