Schedule for Friday, April 3, 2009

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9:00 AM
Large Format Beauty Lighting presented by Neil A. France
Drawing from his background as an advertising and editorial Portrait photographer, Neil France will demonstrate how to work with large format cameras and Beauty lighting.

The Assignment: Getting that First Job presented by Suzanne Mapes
Suzanne Mapes will discuss the steps to get that first job or assignment. From defining your style, branding, marketing to the shoot, post production and follow up Suzanne will attempt to demystify the process.

09:30 AM
Location Lighting Photography presented by Kevin Carson
This hands-on class is designed to give a better understanding of lighting in the field, covering the fundamentals necessary to suceed on location. Kevin Carson from Calumet Photographic will demonstrate proven trade techniques to modify existing light using fill flash, portable strobes and reflectors.

11:30 AM
Portfolio Reviews Want feedback on your portfolio? Sign up for 15 minute one-on-one portfolio reviews. Reviewers have their specialties, but all are able to give input on any area of photography.
Reviewers:

1:00 PM
Self-Published Photographic Books presented by Amanda Keller-Konya
Showcasing your images in a self-published photographic book can be a powerful tool. A book can provide photographers with a variety of options. Books can be used to promote projects to commercial clients, publishers, curators, collectors and gallery owners. With more and more on-line sites offering self-publishing services, it can be overwhelming to research which sites are credible, user friendly and right for your specific project. Join Amanda Keller-Konya as she assists you in understanding the many options available. The workshop will also allow students an opportunity to view a variety of self-published books.

Lith Printing presented by Gene Nocon A hands-on workshop sponsored by Freestyle Photographic.
What if we overexpose a piece of B&W photo paper in the darkroom, then develop it in a very dilute developer - for a long time? If we do it right we'll end up with a grainy print with dark shadows and delicate highlights, a beautiful, one-of-a-kind piece of art! Learn Lith Printing, a wonderful and fascinating alternative darkroom technique from Master Printmaker Gene Nocon.

Digital Workflow a presentation by Barry Schwartz, president ASMP Los Angeles
Need a primer on just what to do after you clicked the button on your new digital SLR? This seminar will cover digital workflow. From downloading the files, looking at the metadata and RAW files, to the basics of Adobe Lightroom and Bridge, and finally file naming conventions and backup.

6:00 PM
Opening Reception - Student Photo Contest Winners. Put on your best duds, and join us at the Mark Anthony Gallery, located in the historic East Village Arts district, for the opening reception for the Student Photo Contest Art Show. The reception will begin at 6pm and go until 10pm. The address is 441 East First St., Long Beach CA 90802. See map below