Digital Photography Workshop

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Digital Photography Workshop Registration Form

Program Overview

Sharpen photography skills in the picturesque surroundings of northern Michigan. Emphasis will be placed on the artistic value of digital imaging as a medium, in relation to traditional photography and other forms of artistic expression.

Two tracks will allow participants to tailor their experience to their skill level. Participants will register for either the Beginner track or the Intermediate track. Participants must provide their own digital camera, one empty/new media card and one empty/new USB flash memory drive. Please bring your camera manual, charger and/or extra batteries, external flash, portable tripod, camera cables plus any and all of your camera accessories that came with your camera when you purchased it.

Beginner to Intermediate Track
Courses will explore the basic principles of photography with emphasis on digital media, digital imaging technology, photo composition and lighting. Participants will learn how to process images using digital photo software to prepare it for printing or online distribution. Participants must have a working knowledge of their digital camera, Adobe Photoshop software and basic familiarity with the Macintosh operating system.

Intermediate to Advanced Track
Courses will emphasize digital media, digital imaging technology, manual controls, shutter speed, photo composition, depth of field and lighting. Participants must have a working knowledge of their digital camera, Adobe Photoshop software and basic familiarity with the Macintosh operating system.

Workshop classes will be held in the new Herbert H. and Barbara C. Dow Center for Visual Arts and throughout Interlochen's 1,200 acre wooded campus. The Dow Center for Visual Arts was completed in September 2008. The 35,900 square foot visual arts facility includes specialized studio space for a variety of visual arts disciplines. It also houses 1,700 square feet of gallery space and 3,600 square feet of outdoor instructional space.

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Instructors

Kurt Eslick

Scott Tompkins

Details

Cost:

$329

Dates:

August 4-8, 2009

Registration deadline:

Extended registration deadline is July 17, 2009. This program is limited to 15 participants per track. Participants will register for either the Beginner to Intermediate track or the Intermediate to Advanced track. Participants will be registered on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration will help ensure your enrollment. Registrations received after the program registration deadline will be processed as space permits with the approval of the Interlochen College of Creative Arts' Director. Registration confirmation will be sent via e-mail once registration form and payment have been received and processed. Please complete one registration form per participant per program enrolled. Full tuition payment is required to be submitted with the completed registration form for each individual participant.

Cancellation policy:

Cancellations by the participant made before the program registration deadline are subject to a $75 non-refundable deposit. No tuition refunds will be given after the original registration deadline of July 1, 2009. A full tuition refund will be issued if the event is cancelled. Tuition fees do not include housing and meal fees.