The First one filled up so we're doing it again - twice!

*Limited Spaces available

Feel like you're spending too much time in front of the computer? Well, plan on investing just a bit more - but I promise you it will be time well spent!

You'll also be spending time behind the camera as we cover all the bases in this interactive workshop.This program will be invaluable to Portrait, Commercial and Editorial photographers alike, whether you’re already shooting digitally or wondering where to start. With hands-on demo’s of shooting techniques and all the necessary production steps (and tricks), you will learn the skills of digital operation and how to make them successful for you.

This 2 1/2 day intensive course will have you develop an understanding, comfort, and proficiency with the entire Digital Process - from camera through to production and project management. You will be able to offer your clients all of the benefits that come with this exciting new technology, while taking the fear out of the process for yourself.

Set in the funky side of Vancouver, the Gastown area is full of adventure and has no lack of interesting locations. Beaches to back alleys, restaurants and clubs are all within a few minutes walk. The class time will be in and out of doors, with plenty of time for shoptalk, sponsor yaps and social adventures.

What you'll learn:
- Setting up your system: Calibration, Color spaces, RGB vs CMYK, File organisation,
- Planning for the shoot – Analyzing job specs, subject & client considerations,
- Camera Systems: Configurations, options, & features – Pro’s and Con’s.
- Location and Studio shoots – Lighting and Exposure techniques
- Determining a logical workflow that works for your personal operation.
- Step by step production basics
- Color management by project
- Making use of and creating Photoshop Actions to put your production into hyper-speed
- Advanced Retouching and Image Enhancements
- Printing Setups and other output options
- Digital services - new possibilities
- Digital Portfolio creation

Basic vs Intermediate

While both course will offer similar content, the Intermediate will dive into more involved processes and proceed at a quicker pace than the Basic. Those that are familiar and comfortable with Photoshop and Digital Camera functions will enjoy the intermediate, whereas those in the Basic have yet to achieve that comfort level. Those who have taken a workshop before or the Basic this year, will be fully prepped and ready for Intermediate.

Who Should Attend...

Professionals & serious amateurs are welcomed alike, but bring an attitude thirsty to learn all about the workings of the digital photographic experience. You should be familiar with basic photoshop and camera operations, and generally comfortable with computer functions - Don't worry about the advanced skills - that's what you'll learn here!

The Cost:

Workshop Fee $395 cdn .

All payments subject to GST (GST Rebate at border for US guests).

Payment accepted by phone (604) 684-9634 ( BC TimeZone), and through PayPal ( link below )

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Optional Fourth Day - Fee $150 contact Craig for details and itinerary

Hotel Accommodations:

Arrangements have been made at an amazing rate from $119cdn / night at the Best Western Sands, just steps from the waters of English Bay!

Best Western Sands website

Questions and Inquiries

About Craig...
Craig Minielly MPA, SPA is the owner and operator of AURA Photographics; a totally digital photography studio servicing the Canadian market for the last twenty years. Recognized as a leader in Commercial, Portrait, Industrial and Editorial assignments , he is also one of the pioneers of making successful use of Digital Techniques in a working studio. His newly released Photoshop Actions are quickly being recognized as being the "must-have " set of Photoshopo artistic and production tools for every digital photographer

His presentations from Coast to Coast have met with tremendous enthusiasm and high praises for his in-depth technical expertise and his casual, easy- to-understand teaching style.