Make Light Real

Neil November 23rd, 2005

WHAT: An intensive workshop for photographers who want to improve their technical skills in order to free themselves from the limitations of location. Teaching a creative mindset and approach Neil will enable you to better capture and create with light at your command. Illustrated lectures and hands on exercises illustrating the principles of contrast and composition for photographers who wish to enlighten their creative process. Neil’s teaching will personally motivate your ability to see more possibilities by mastering the use of light. The course exercises will help you create a comparative catalog of lighting effects and properties leaving you continually learning from every shoot you do. The workshop fills two days of hands on instruction with Neil and includes a 3300k shoe flash filter and multimedia notes.

• Make Light Real Boston May 5-6 2009 with Neil – purchase now – early registration discounted till May1

HOW: The workshop experience is a grassroots, down and dirty event – sponsored and facilitated by a local photographer or photo organization such as ASMP or PPA. We will meet in studios, houses and churches and use our location to motivate us to seriously re-program how we think about making pictures. The workshop avoids crowded convention halls and big-name sponsors to bring you nothing but a focused personal learning experience. The class exercises use a consistent partner and so you may wish to bring someone you know, or expect to get to know someone new.

WHO: The learning experience is best suited for working photographers. We do NOT focus on how to use your camera, so you must know how to setup your camera before considering this class. Beginners should be aware that this workshop is like a lens – to focus your understanding – not a camera to take a picture. Neil will challenge the most advanced photographer to re-think their approach and find some refreshing material to re-energize your thought process. Everyone will have a LOT to digest, but the path is the same for beginners as for experts – Neil will encourage your steps.

Seeking sponsors for NYC – New Jersey – Miami – New Zealand – Los Angeles – Phoenix

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Participant responses

” One thing is for certain, I see things far differently that I ever thought possible.There are times I feel overwhelmed, but I am committed to becoming a better photographer and your seminar was the catalyst to that commitment. Photography is something that I know I have a passion for. I am not trying to ‘blow smoke’ but those couple of days, and your guidance is what has ignited that passion. You were able to take the art of photography to a new level, but also took us a step back to realize it isn’t just knowing when to trip the shutter,”

-Scott

“I think you’re doing a great job with all of it. It’s all clear and your speaking voice works well for the medium. I think it’s great that you’re looking at the creative potential of light as much as dealing with the technical issues surrounding how to use light. Very nicely done!”

- Jeff Curto: Photo history Podcast

“what an amazing experience!! i see the world differently now. i spent all weekend in a daze…listening for what it was that the shadows were saying about the light. incredible concept, and so well thought out and presented on your end!! your workshop served as a major motivator in my work and approach to it. And “visual literacy”…worth the cost of admission right there!! thanks for everything Neil”

- Thomas Flint

“I hope this is read openly as I really like this guy and I have never met him! I have however been privileged to access his programme materials and the messages are strong and clear…a breath of fresh air in acknowledging the importance of key lighting skills.

Fight the good fight Neil and I hope many more enjoy your teaching.”

Martin.C.Grahame-Dunn – FMPA, FRSA,FSWPP, FBPPA, Hon.FMPA, QEP etc.

“While shooting a wedding for one of my clients I saw one of Neil’s display albums at the Glenn Iris reception center. After looking at his work I found myself inspired to break free of the standard boring traditional wedding photography. I had to meet the artist. I recently attended Neil’s full day lighting seminar and I came back to my studio inspired and ready to put what I learned into action. Since Neil’s seminar, I have photographed three events using his lighting techniques and my results are incredible. Neil’s lighting techniques are amazing, and incredibly simple to implement. I recommend Neil’s seminar to anyone looking to take their photography and their lighting techniques to the next level.”

- John Cottone – Images Photography, Mt. Morris New York

You know, I just can’t thank you enough for all you shared with me through the class and through the weekend. I am still trying to think about all that you said, I’ve just about devoured that book you gave me, and I am super excited with my “new found abilities”. I have been getting some really nice comments on the wedding I shot on 1/19, where I used, the best I could, the things you taught us. But I still can’t wait to make some extra $$ from this wedding to get me some AlienBees. Just wanted to say thank you….again.

- Ramiro Rodriguez, Rosy’s Photography IL

“I am still reflecting on your workshop more than any other class I have been to. I was at a wedding three weeks ago and another photographer came over to ask why I was standing in this spot for the last 3-5 minutes. I told him (a class principle) that I had noticed how the light from the skylight had defined the edges of guests during the reception as they were talking. Great spot for good shots, was my reply. So if you need anyone to recommend your class, just let me know.”

- Don Parrott, Georgia

- David Lau

Facilitate a workshop in your area

What is needed:

• Meeting Facility: should accommodate 10-20 people, and allow space for shooting exercises both indoors and outdoors.
• Projector: is necessary for displaying the presentation from Neil’s laptop.
• Promotional Efforts: Neil will schedule the seminar and provide you with marketing materials for e-mail and print. You just need to get them out to enough photographers to fill the workshop. The Mkae Light Real shopping cart will handle registrations. Neil is not able to confirm his travel plans until 8-10 participants have registered with payment.
• Somewhere to stay: Neil prefers homestays to hotels. It is also helpful to keep costs down to have a host for Neil to stay with. The host has the privilage of picking Neil’s brain on drives to and from the airport for a double learning experience, as well as the fun of hanging out with Neil!

No money down! – Low mileage, 90 day warranty – opps this isn’t cars. PPA, ASMP and photo clubs/chapters do not need to make any commitment of funds for Neil to schedule a workshop for your location. If you would like Neil to make a 1-hour presentation at your monthly meeting and schedule the full day workshop the day after you have a double duty speaker without cost to your organization. Neil’s only requirement is a minimum number of participants before confirming the date – allowing you the freedom to plan and promote without risking your funds. Your commitment as the host is to providing the location and e-mail lists without cost to Neil. Neil has been the ASMP Western New York chapter president and so understands completely the challenges of providing engaging programs for your chapter and would like to help.

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