Have you ever wanted to learn how to get crisp action shots or wondered how to create striking silhouettes with colors that pop? Maybe you just want to learn to take control of your camera without relying on auto-settings. You’ll learn those skills and more during this 3-hour course. We'll dive into composition, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, and manual settings. We will also briefly cover post-production: optimal file storage, color correction, file sizing, and exporting using Adobe Lightroom.
Workshop Details
Dates
Monday-Wednesday April-November
These are custom designed afternoon/early evening sessions. Contact me with your vacation dates, and I'll send you available times during your stay. (Very Limited Space Available May-July)
Base Location
My family and I are excited to welcome you into our home studio. We live in Buxton, about two miles from the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse.
Please note we have dogs and cats. They will be in and around the house. For those with allergies, you'll need to consider this!
Experience Requirement
For this workshop you'll need to have a dslr or mirrorless camera. You don't need much more than that. The purpose of this course is to learn how to use your camera.
Physical Requirements
We will be walking on the beach. We'll spend some of the time outside and the weather conditions can vary drastically. So be prepared for wind, heat, cold, rain, and mosquitoes!
Technical Talk
We'll cover how to use your camera: ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed, as well as composition and lighting. We'll also go over how to choose which file type to shoot, importing, and the basic post-production process.
Room + Board
Lodging and food are not included in the workshop price. Since individual needs vary, we are leaving this up to you! Once you register we'll send you our list of favorite places to stay, eat, and shop.
Workshop Schedule
- 1 Hour Introduction: Discussion (at Home Base)
- 1 Hour in the field - Cape Hatteras National Seashore
- 1 Hour Debrief from the Field + Post Production
We will time this workshop so that our in the field time hits about 45 minutes prior to sunset.
Photo Opportunities
Photo Opportunities/Locations may include:
- Cape Point
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse
- Sunset on the Pamlico Sound
- Surf Scene
- Beach
Tuition | Policies
Included in Tuition: Individualized instruction by Daniel Pullen, Indoor Workspace and Wi-Fi access at Home Studio, Workshop Printouts, park fees, model release, for up to 4 people.
Not Included in Tuition: Camera Gear, Computer Access, Transportation, Lodging, Food, Personal Expenses, Travel Insurance.
Payment Schedule
A 50% retainer is required. This retainer is included in the tuition rate. The balance of the tuition is due 7 days prior to the workshop. When booking less than 7 days prior to workshop, full payment is due.
Student Cancellation Policy
All tuition payments are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the workshop, and cancel within 14 days prior to the first day of the workshop, your retainer, less a $50 administration fee, can be transferred to a future workshop. If you cancel after 14 days prior to the workshop your payments will not be transferred.
Natural or Manmade Disaster
In the event of a natural or manmade disaster or disturbance, including but not limited to hurricane, noreaster, viral pandemic, road closures, etc. that prevent the workshop from happening, tuition will not be refunded, but transferred to a future workshop date.
Transportation
Students are required to provide their own transportation to and from the workshop locations.
Closest Airports:
Norfolk (ORF) 3 hrs| Raleigh (RDU) 4 hrs
Students are not required to have a 4x4 Vehicle. ORV Transportation will be provided. If you do bring your own 4x4, make sure to get an ORV Permit through Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
Rain | Inclement Weather
Contact | Registration
Registration is open! For more information: fill out the contact form and I'll be in touch soon.
Thanks! Daniel