Workshops

Essential Photoshop Tools for Photographers

May 17, 2012 by Digital Silver Imaging

Photoshop remains the most powerful imaging software available. Knowing how to best use Photoshop in your post production workflow is essential, even when using other applications such as Lightroom and plug-ins such as Nik. This workshop will get to the heart of Photoshop for photographers.

What will be covered:
Using Adobe Camera Raw for non-destructive image editing
The power and ease of using Smart Objects
Utilizing and understanding Layers
Pixel replacement, retouching tips and tricks, which tool works best for your needs
How to efficiently collage images
Creating panoramas
Photorealistic HDR
Power user’s guide to menus and shortcuts
Plug-ins that add punch to PS

Requirements: You should be running Photoshop CS4, CS5 or CS6.

This will be a 3 hour workshop with a 15 minute break and time for question and answer. Your instructor, Bob DiNatale, will tailor the class to meet the needs of the participants so please include your response to the questions in your confirmation email.

Additional Benefits: After the workshop Bob DiNatale will moderate a class “Web-Forum” where students can post and discuss class concepts and questions for one week following the class and offer a one hour open-mic online meeting (a $29 value). In addition Bob will also create a workshop website resources page. Plus all participants will receive a $25 OFF coupon on the purchase of any Digital Silver Imaging printing, framing, matting, or mounting purchase of $50 or more.

When: Thurday, June 28, 6-9:00 pm
Location: Digital Silver Imaging, 11 Brighton Avenue, Belmont, MA
Cost: $99.00
June 28

Bob DiNatale’s Bio:
“Photographer, producer and consultant for corporate digital media programs, Bob also conducts workshops, lectures and private instruction in the area of digital photography. Beginning serious photography in 1965, Bob explored conventional darkroom techniques in both B&W and color. His work at Polaroid R&D in silver emulsions along with his US patent in color printing give Bob a broad base in film photography. He presented his first digital media production in 1984, founded the Olympus School of Digital Photography in 1998 and continues to work at the leading edge of digital technology. As digital photography advances, Bob blends his unique background of film photography with his extensive experience in the digital world.”

Tintype & Ambrotype Wetplate Workshop

May 14, 2012 by Digital Silver Imaging

Come explore the Wet Plate Collodion process in this hands-on all-day workshop. Lead by wetplate photographer, Frank Lopez you will learn both the Tintype and Ambrotype process. Frank will teach participants how to coat glass and aluminum plates, expose, and process both wet plate mediums. All participants will leave with a tintype and ambrotype portrait that they created. All materials will be provided as well as the use of Civil War Era lenses to expose your plates. Frank will also provide chemical formulas and supply list so you can make your own tintypes or ambrotypes after the workshop.

What is the Wetplate Collodion process? The Wetplate Collodion Process was the predominate photographic medium utilized during the Civil War and was popular from 1850’s to 1880’s. Tintypes are unique images on blackened iron (or in this case, aluminum) that are totally handcrafted. Collodion is poured onto the metal plate, immersed in Silver Nitrate and photographed while wet. The final image is then dipped in Cyanide to fix, washed and varnished according to the original formulas. The resulting image is a unique, one of a kind image that is truly one of the special processes in the history of photography.

Ambrotypes are the exact same process, however, they are performed on glass (clear or black).

Frank Lopez is a Dallas, TX based photographer and has specialized in 19th Century techniques for over 20 years. Frank is the Photographic Instructor at Greenhill School in Addison, TX and has built an international award winning program over the last 6 years. An adjunct professor, Frank’s work has been exhibited nationally and is held in numerous private collections. During the summers, Frank teaches a cultural immersion class for Greenhill School in China and Korea and specializes in photographing the Cultural Landscape with a pinhole camera. He is a recent of Greenhill’s highest award, the Faculty Leader Award and is a recent recipient of the Dallas Observer’s Mastermind Award, recognizing an artist or organization making significant cultural contributions to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Frank lives in his Fair Park studio with the most interesting dog in the world, Sparky and travels whenever he can. His imagery may be viewed at www.franklopez.com.

This workshop is being hosted by Digital Silver Imaging and Stan Godwin Photography. June 23 & 24 workshops will be held at Digital Silver Imaging in Belmont, MA and June 25 & June 26 workshops will be held at Stan Godwin Photography in Brewster, MA.

Workshop 1, Saturday, June 23, Location: Digital Silver Imaging, 9am to 5pm, Location: Digital Silver Imaging, Belmont, MA

June 23

Workshop 2, Sunday, June 24, Location: Digital Silver Imaging, 9am to 5pm, Location: Digital Silver Imaging, Belmont, MA

June 24

Please note that we incorrectly advertised the dates below on our email, sorry for any inconvenience.

Workshop 3, Tuesday, June 26, Location: Stan Godwin Photography, Brewster, MA

Workshop 4, Wednesday, June 27, Location: Stan Godwin Photography, Brewster, MA

Nik Silver Efex Pro 2+ Workshop

April 17, 2012 by Digital Silver Imaging

Janice Wendt Image - Ruins — © Janice Wendt

Nik Silver Efex Pro 2 is the most powerful plug-in available for creating superb black & white images. We are proud to host this workshop featuring instructor Janice Wendt, Nik Software’s Education and Training Manager. Janice has been called the “Image Whisper” for her ability to use Nik Software to bring life and emotion into an image. Janice will focus on utilizing Nik Silver Efex Pro 2 in your post production workflow. Janice will demonstrate how you can save time and achieve amazing results in black and white.

What does the “+” in the title stand for? Janice Wendt is a teacher, photographer and artist of rare talent and she will demonstrate more than simply how to use Silver Efex. In the workshop, helpful tips and techniques will be revealed that will give your image making the added “+” to make your photos amazing. Janice will also demonstrate the use of other Nik products, such as Dfine and Sharpener Pro, that support excellent black and white image creation. The “+” also means that all participants will receive a $25 discount on any Nik Software product purchased or $25 off any printing service we offer. (Minimum purchase of $50 to receive the discount, this offer expires 5/18/12.)

Who should attend? Any photographer or visual artist that has an interest in improving their black & white imagery. Anyone using Nik Silver Efex Pro or anyone interested in Nik Silver Efex Pro. Participants should also be currently using Photoshop, Lightroom or Aperture.

What to bring? This workshop is primarily instruction so only note taking material is required.

When and Where? May 5, 10 am – 1 pm, 2012, at Digital Silver Imaging, 11 Brighton Street, Belmont MA 02478 (617) 489-0035

How much does it cost? The cost of the workshop is $49, plus you will receive a $25 discount coupon for Nik Software or Printing Services from Digital Silver Imaging.

How do I reserve my seat at the workshop? Simply click on the tab below. Hurry we are limiting this workshop to the first 20 participants.
Silver Efex Pro 2

Unleash the Creativity of Your iPhone Workshop

March 6, 2012 by Digital Silver Imaging

April 14, 10:00 am, Location Digital Silver Imaging – 11 Brighton Street, Belmont MA 617.489.0035

With over 50 million of these devices in our hands, the iPhone has become the great democratizer of photography. When using the iPhone we are no longer distracted by which lens, how many megapixels, or what setting for indoors or outdoors, the iPhone has freed us to be singularly focused on what is happening in front of us.

The iPhone Photography Workshop will show its participants how to get the creative best from their iPhone. Join photographer and teacher Joseph DeRuvo in an exploration of seeing with your iPhone. Learn what the camera is doing, what apps can give you greater creative control, the magic of post-production and printing your images. This workshop is for iPhone users of all levels.

This Course will last 2 hours with an informal period of discussion and refreshments after. Bring your iPhone (please update your iOS to the latest version), and some printed examples of your iPhone imagery to display and discuss.

All participants will also receive a $15 print coupon from Digital Silver Imaging.

Instructor

Joseph DeRuvo has been viewing the world through his camera for over 30 years. He is the owner of DeRuvo Photography shooting weddings, portraits and events. He does computer consulting and private tutoring. In the past Joseph has taught conventional darkroom photography at his own facility The Photographers Workplace, Silvermine Arts Center, and New England School of Photography. He has designed cameras, enlargers and a tablet computer. He has done beta testing for a number of software releases. On being dyslexic, Joseph says ” I have always counted it as one of God’s greatest Blessing to me! It has allowed me to see things from a unique perspective, to come to problems with a fresh approach. It is because of this I believe that I have been drawn to teaching”.

Unleash iPhone

DSI Adobe Lightroom 101 Workshop

February 29, 2012 by Digital Silver Imaging

Saturday March 24, 12-6 pm DSI will conduct an Adobe Lightroom Workshop. Lightroom is the essential software tool for any serious photographer. Come and learn the fundamentals of this incredibly powerful tool that many professionals have come to rely on. Experienced instructor Kathy Tarantola will help guide you through the basics.

The class will thoroughly cover the Library and Develop modules where you manage, keyword, edit and enhance your images. With hands-on practice, learn how to import, organize, edit, rate, fix and enhance your images, and how to work through large shoots efficiently with synchronized settings and presets. We will discuss how Photoshop will still fit in your workflow, and learn how to move between Lightroom and Photoshop easily.

We will take several images through the entire Develop workflow, reviewing tools as we go. Topics emphasized will be based on student needs. You will have time to practice with your own images, ask questions, and get feedback on your work.

Library Module

• Import process • Organizing and naming your photos • Editing photo shoots – synchronizing • Using ratings and filters • Collections and smart collections • Mastering metadata and keywording • Exporting

Develop Module

• Evaluating photos and making creative decisions • Perfecting tone and color in each photo • Applying sharpening and noise reduction • Correcting lens distortion and chromatic aberration • Using virtual copies • Making great black and white conversions • Applying special effects

The class will also cover the basics of the Slideshow, Print and Web modules, all of which take your workflow to a professional conclusion.

No prior experience with Lightroom is necessary; however a working knowledge of computers is necessary for you to get the most from this workshop. A laptop computer loaded with the current version of Lightroom 3 is required. You can download a trial version at Adobe.com.

You will gain a fresh outlook on how to manage your workflow and process your digital images faster and with more precise control.

The fee for this course is $149, Space is limited. Call 617.489.0035 to reserve your spot or purchase online now.

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Digitization

Finish and Frame

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Custom Print Upload

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