FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 20, 2014
~Participants sharpen their nature photography
skills both in the classroom and the field~
NAPLES – Relative newcomers to digital SLR
(single lens reflex) nature photography will be able to build on their skills
at a two-session nature photography workshop to be held at Rookery Bay
Environmental Learning Center on Dec. 18 and 19, 2014.
Only five photographers
may participate in the two-part class, which will address nature photography
techniques led by reserve educator and photographer Dave Graff. The classroom
session will teach a variety of photography techniques including spot metering,
composition and depth of field, among others. A discussion about the ethics of
nature photography and the practices photographers sometimes use to get the
“perfect shot” will be included.
Following the
classroom session, students will practice their new skills in the field. In
order to participate in this class, students must have a digital SLR camera
with detachable lenses. In addition, participants are expected to be familiar
with the basic operations of their camera and equipment.
Graff, who
has bachelor’s degree in psychology/photocommunication (photojournalism) from
the University of Miami, started his professional career with the Miami Herald
and has more than 25 years of photography experience.
Additional photography classes will be offered at the
reserve in the coming months to accommodate residents who exceed the current
class size. The class is offered to a limited number of participants to allow
Mr. Graff ample time to work one-on-one with students. For more information about
the class contact Renee Wilson at 239-530-5958 or renee.wilson@dep.state.fl.us
The cost for
the two-day class is $150 per person and registration is required, here.
WHAT: Nature Photography Workshop
WHEN: Day 1 - Dec. 18, 2014 9 a.m. – noon
Day 2 - Dec. 19, 2014 7 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHERE:
Rookery Bay Environmental
Learning Center 300
Tower Road Naples,
FL 34113
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