Digiscoping - New Wave of Photography!
Presenter: Michael Freiberg
Nikon Sport Optics
Join Nikon Sport Optics Naturalist/Birding Marketing Specialist Michael Freiberg for an exciting and informative digiscoping seminar. Digiscoping is the ingenious result of marrying a spotting scope with a digital camera. Michael will share with you his digiscoping experience to make you a better digiscoper. Topics to be covered will include choosing equipment, basic advice, introduction to photo editing software, history of the medium and information about Nikon's new all-in-one DigiScope System. Being an avid birder and digiscoper, Michael has plenty of digiscoped bird images and video from across the country that will keep you entertained. Nikon now offers the new P4 digiscoping system to jump-start you into the world of digiscoping. Information and literature about these exciting new products will be available at the program. If you are thinking about getting into digiscoping, are already digiscoping and looking for some helpful hints or are just curious, then this is the program for you.
www.nikonsportoptics.com
Jan 24, 10:30am-11:30pm: BCC Gym Class 119; Free
Jan 27, 1:00pm-2:00pm: BCC Gym Class 123; Free
An Introduction to Digiscoping
Presenter: Ben Lizdas
Eagle Optics
Digiscoping is a simple and effective way to capture images of wildlife at a distance using a spotting scope with a point-and-shoot digital camera. In this seminar we will cover the basics of what type of equipment makes a good digiscoping set-up, including adapters, scopes, eyepieces, cameras and tripods. In addition to equipment, we will also touch on field technique and image post-processing. We will conclude with an inspiring slide show of digiscoped images.
Jan 26, 1:00pm-2:00pm: BCC Gym Class 119, Free
Advanced Digiscoping
Presenter: Clay Taylor
Swarovski Optik
For the digiscoper who is looking to get high-quality bird images, we will discuss equipment choices (camera, lenses, adapters, eyepieces and scopes) as well as field techniques. A good working knowledge of photography (depth of field, lens focal lengths, f/stops, etc.) is recommended.
www.swarovskioptik.com
Jan 24, 1:30pm-3:00pm: BCC Gym Class 121; Free
Digiscoping with D-SLR Cameras
Presenter: Clay Taylor
Swarovski Optik
The recent popularity of interchangeable-lens Digital SLR camera bodies creates new opportunities, as well as problems, for digiscopers. If you are contemplating the purchase of a D-SLR or already own one and want to use it for digiscoping, we will cover the equipment needed, help you do the math and cover field techniques.
www.swarovskioptik.com
Jan 24, 3:15pm-4:45pm: BCC Gym Class 121; Free
Clay Taylor: Digiscoping Field Trip
Swarovski Optik
This field trip will serve as a "how-to" for new digiscopers and those who are interested in starting digiscoping as well as refining techniques for current digiscopers. Participants should bring their scopes, tripods, cameras and adapters. We will cover the basics of field shooting with emphasis on hands-on instruction.
www.swarovskioptik.com
Car trip: Meet in front of the Marine Patrol Station at the east end of the Titusville Causeway at 8:00am.
Jan 25 & 27: 8:00am-11:30am; Free
Robert Amoruso: Photography Field Workshop
Join nature photographer Robert Amoruso for a morning of in-depth field instruction at two of the area's best locations for wildlife photography. Robert is a protégé of well-know avian photographer Arthur Morris; first studying with him and now a co-leader on Artie's Florida and other state photo tours. Robert also won the birds category of the 2006 Nature's Best Photography Magazine International Photography Competition. Bird photography will be the focus of the workshop, but any and all nature subjects we run across will be fair game. Instruction will include metering/exposure, composition, designing pleasing backgrounds, handling your equipment, shooting birds in flight and a host of other topics. Cost includes a CD of related material. My website will have detailed info and directions to the meeting location or email me at wildscapeimages@adelphia.net.
www.wildscapeimages.com
Meet in front of the store entrance to the Wal-Mart at 8500 N. Wickham Road, Viera at 5:45 am (exit 191, Wickham Rd. from I-95 and then west for 1/2 mile).
Jan 27, 5:45am-10:00am: Viera Wetlands Park; Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person - FILLED
Meet in front of the CVS Pharmacy at 5 Garden Street in Titusville at 5:45 am.
Jan 28, 5:45am-10:00am: Merritt Island NWR; Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Beautiful Birds 2 and Beautiful Nature 2
Presenter: Kevin Doxstater
Beautiful Birds 2: The music of Ludwig van Beethoven provides the backdrop for this multimedia presentation of bird photography by award-winning photographer Kevin Doxstater. The program features nearly 400 images of North American birds. From beautiful portraits to exciting action, each photograph flows smoothly and effortlessly with the music of Beethoven's 6th Symphony (movements 1 and 5) and Overture to Egmont. Revised and updated, over 40 new species of birds (totaling over 200) have been added along with some 150 new images since last year's festival presentation.
Beautiful Nature 2: This multimedia presentation combines the symphonic music of Ludwig van Beethoven with a stunning presentation of nature photography. While the selection of images favors avian subjects, this presentation includes photographs of mammals, insects, butterflies, spiders, reptiles, amphibians, scenic landscapes and sunrises and sunsets (as well as a few extraterrestrial surprises). Expanded and revised, Beautiful Nature now features over 450 photographs built around music from Beethoven's 6th, 7th and 8th symphonies plus a newly added section featuring the 3rd Symphony's 1st Movement.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan 27, 3:30pm-5:00pm; BCC Gym Class 153; $5.00
Image Editing for Digital Photographers 1
Presenter: Kevin Doxstater
With digital photography, there is one undeniable fact: When the day's shooting is over, there is still plenty of work to be done. Many photographers who are new to this exciting new form of photography struggle with learning new software. The programs that are necessary to do the job can be intimidating for first-time users. This seminar is intended to make the transition easier for those who are new to the world of digital photography. Beginning with a thorough introduction to the work area (including menus, toolboxes and palettes), the seminar will cover topics such as: how to read and understand histograms, brightness and contrast adjustments, color corrections, cropping and resizing images, sharpening and file-saving. A CD with step-by-step guides to the techniques discussed is included with registration. The session has been expanded to three hours, and participants are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the class for a "hands-on" learning experience. The instructor, Kevin Doxstater, has been using Adobe Photoshop® both personally and professionally for over 10 years and is experienced on both Windows and MacIntosh platforms.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan 24, 12:00pm-3:00pm: BCC Gym Class 123; $35.00/person
Image Editing for Digital Photographers 2
Presenter: Kevin Doxstater
Building on the basics from Image Editing 1, this workshop will cover several topics that will allow you to bring out the best in your digital images using Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. We'll begin the class with a look at monitor calibration and take a look at a couple of different ways to get your monitor looking right so you can get the best possible output. We'll also discuss advanced techniques for color correction, using the Toning Tools (dodging and burning), retouching your images with the Clone Tool and the Healing Brush/Patch Tool (including tips for restoring old photos), how to use the Selection Tools and how to add text to an image using the Type Tools. We'll conclude the session with a discussion of the Print dialog box and which settings are best to choose when making a print. Each participant in the workshop will receive a CD featuring step-by-step tutorials for each of the topics we'll be covering. The session has been expanded to three hours, and participants are encouraged to bring their laptop computers to the class for a "hands-on" learning experience.
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Jan 25, 12:00pm-3:00pm: BCC Gym Class 123; $35.00/person
Kevin Doxstater: Bird & Nature Photography Field Techniques
Take your photography to the next level in a morning and/or afternoon bird photography workshop with Kevin Doxstater. Learn the techniques Kevin uses to create award-winning shots including exposure, controlling depth of field, capturing action and flight and artistic image composition. A 300mm or longer telephoto or zoom lens is recommended (bring your wide-angle lens, too, should we get a beautiful sunrise or sunset!).
www.naturalvisonsphoto.com
Meet in front of the Marine Patrol Station at the east end of the Titusville Causeway.
Jan 24 - FILLED -- Jan 28, 6:00am-10:30am: Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Jan 26, 1:00pm-5:30pm: Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Bird Photography
Presenter: Milton Heiberg
Milton Heiberg, author of The Essentials of Nature Photography, will teach you how to capture the beauty of birds on film, how to approach birds with telephoto lenses and how to photograph birds in flight using techniques taught by this 30-year veteran of nature photography. If you are planning to attend Milton's photo field workshops to Biolab Road, you should seriously consider this seminar.
To see some of Milton's photography, visit www.miltonheiberg.com
Jan 25, 10:30am-11:30am: BCC Gym Class 119; $5.00
Interpretations of Nature Series: Merritt Island and Orlando Wetlands Park
Presenter: Milton Heiberg
Let yourself float in a pool of total relaxation and, with open eyes, dream of the earth's finest products. Milton Heiberg's Interpretations of Nature Series has two all-new additions put to music. The theme of each is the nature of Central Florida. Part 1 is focused on the wildlife and landscapes of the Orlando Wetlands Park. Part 2 is of the Merritt Island NWR. They tell a story of this part of the earth that you, the viewer, may reflect upon. You bring something of yourself to it and take something away with you. It's a "must see."
www.miltonheiberg.com
Jan 26, 1:00pm-2:00pm: BCC Auditorium; $5.00
Close-Up Photography
Presenter: Milton Heiberg
Learn how to capture the beauty of nature close up on film through techniques taught by Milton Heiberg, author of The Essentials of Nature Photography and a 35-year veteran of nature photography. The slide lecture/seminar portion will cover photography of wildflowers, insects, butterflies and other small creatures. For the outdoor workshop portion, we will take a walk out back to one of the fallow areas of the campus and get down into it. Come with or without your camera and close-up lenses. You will look at small nature subjects from a whole new perspective and visually study their beauty in a brand new light, both literally and figuratively.
To see some of Milton's photography, visit www.miltonheiberg.com
Meet in front of the Gymnatorium at 1:00pm for the outdoor workshop portion.
Outdoor Workshop, 1:00pm-3:00pm
Jan 27, 11:00am-12:30pm: BCC Gym Class 121; $5.00
Milton Heiberg: Photography Field Workshop
Drive and stalk along the beautiful water edge of Biolab Road as the sun rises over the lagoon. The leader will be Milton Heiberg, a 30 year veteran of nature photography, teacher of the subject for 20 years at the New York City Audubon Society and now at The Crealde School of Art in Orlando. He is the author of seven books on photography. Many of his students have become well published and noted nature photographers (which includes Florida's own Arthur Morris). You will receive a gratis copy of Milton's classic book: The Essentials of Nature Photography. We will catch a sunrise over the waters of Mosquito Lagoon; drive, walk and stalk the abundant bird life along the way. Bring tripod, ISO 200 or 400 film (or digital camera) and a 300+mm lens.
www.miltonheiberg.com
Meet at 5:45am at Parish Park boat ramp area located on the left (north) side, just across the Titusville Bridge
Jan 26, 27 & 28, 5:45am -10:00am: Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Life of Birds
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
Please see the description in the Seminars Section.
Nature Photography
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
This presentation covers useful techniques for those interested in nature photography. Reinier will cover techniques on how to improve the quality of your images through the use of proper exposure, how to deal with the dynamic range of modern digital cameras and the use of ND filters. Learn how to solve problems in the field, what gear to take with you and how to see nature from a documentary prospective. Master the light and conquer the elements that can ruin a great shot. Learn techniques on how to deal with harsh light, wind and other things that can affect the quality of your images.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan 24, 8:30am-10:00am: BCC Gym Class 121; $35.00/person
Macrophotography 101
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
This presentation will introduce participants to the amazing world of macro and close-up photography, its requirements and techniques. Learn how to find, approach and photograph wary creatures in their environment. Techniques to be discussed include magnification factors, exposure compensations, controlling depth of field and backgrounds. Learn the solution to a variety of problems that macro photographers face in the field, including how to master the light, control the elements and what to do when you forget to pack the macro lens. Macro photography does not have to be expensive. With today's technology, almost anybody with a camera can explore this fascinating field.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan 25, 3:30pm-5:00pm: BCC Gym Class 123; $30.00/person
Digital Workflow Techniques
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
Learn how to improve the quality and quantity of your work by controlling your workflow, from the field all the way to your desktop. See how software and hardware are fine-tuned to give you what you need when you need it. The presentation covers step-by-step instructions from the image-making process to the final print, including calibration and profiles. Stop wasting time fixing your images and spend more time shooting. Learn the tools available for the nature photographer on the go, including image cataloging software and how to maintain your own online FTP-server for image-sharing when away from home.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan 26, 9:00am-10:00am: BCC Gymn Class 123; $5.00
Photoshop for Nature Photographers
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
This workshop is especially designed for the nature photographer who wants to make the best use of digital technology. Learn photo touch-up techniques and color solutions for the digital workflow. You will study how to get the best results from your digital or conventional captures and how to solve problems through a series of live demonstrations using real photos. Using Adobe Photoshop® or Adobe Photoshop Elements® you'll learn how to: Extend the dynamic range - Preserve shadows and highlights - Use the histograms - Use the layer mask - Selective blur - Remove digital noise - Enhance sharpness - Control backgrounds - Monitor calibration - Color correction - Printing techniques - Remove defects - Softening backgrounds. Learn through a series of live demonstrations using real photo situations. All participants will receive a multimedia CD-ROM on Photoshop for Nature Photographers.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan 26, 3:30pm-5:30pm: BCC Gym Class 123; $35.00/person
Bird Photography 101
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
Join this workshop full of techniques and in-field experiences to obtain that bird photo you always wanted. Professional photographer Reinier Munguia will share his knowledge and wonderful experiences in the world of bird photography. Get details on how to capture many bird species in a professional and affordable way. Topics to be covered include: Equipment (Digital vs Film) - The basic set-up (300mm lens) - Lens-handling techniques - Determining exposure (sunny F16 rule) - Protecting the highlights - How to obtain sharper images - Depth of field - Flash techniques (fill flash) - The perfect background - Capturing birds in flight - How to approach your subject and more. Participants are encouraged to bring sample work and their photo equipment if they have any questions on how to use it properly. Price includes a bird photography multimedia CD-ROM.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Jan 27, 10:30am-12:00pm: BCC Gym Class 123; $35.00/person
Bird Photography Field Workshop
Presenter: Reinier Munguia
This workshop was developed to enhance your photography skills through in-depth instruction in the field and practice on location. We'll head down to Viera Wetlands to make use of the best afternoon or morning light while shooting a variety of birds. You'll learn techniques that will help improve your photography including: Approaching birds effectively - In-flight techniques - Exposure and metering - Lens-handling techniques - Flash techniques - Controlling backgrounds - Enhancing sharpness and more. Price includes a bird photography multimedia CD-ROM.
www.wildstockphotos.com
Meet in front of the lobby of the Best Western Space Shuttle Inn (southeast side of the intersection of I-95 and SR 50) at 5:45am on Jan 25. On Jan 27, meet in front of the Best Western lobby at 1:00pm.
Jan 25, 5:45am-10:00am: Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Jan 27, 1:00pm-5:30pm: Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person - FILLED
The Pantanal and a Bit More
Presenter: Joanne Williams
Please see the description in the Seminars Section.
Joanne Williams: Photography Field Workshop
Join Joanne Williams, an accomplished professional photographer whose work is seen in numerous national and international publications, for a morning of photography instruction. Practice composition, appropriate equipment settings and learn the techniques Joanne uses. You must have a working knowledge of your camera equipment. Those with digital equipment, beginners and non-photographers are welcome.
Joanne will utilize Merritt Island NWR on Jan 25 and 26 and Viera Wetlands on Jan 27.
www.joannewilliamsphoto.com
Meet in front of the store entrance to the Wal-Mart at 8500 N. Wickham Road, Viera at 5:45 am (exit 191, Wickham Rd. from I-95 and then west for 1/2 mile).
Jan 26, 5:45am-10:00am: Viera Wetlands; Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
Meet in front of the CVS Pharmacy at 5 Garden Street in Titusville at 5:45 am.
Jan 25 & 27, 5:45am-10:00am: Merritt Island NWR; Limited to 12 registrants; $60.00/person
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