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The Morro Photo Expo - Update
by Jerry Kirkhart
Many of you know the Expo will be held on October 23rd, 24th, and 25th. Seven classes are not yet sold out, so there are still some excellent opportunities for both the beginner and the more advanced photographer.
Go Pro in a Day
Just added to the Expo, Go Pro in a Day is led by an expert photographer who will live up to the class's name. The leader is Dean Sullivan, and he is indeed a pro. His photography business is Sullivan Studios. Dean's class will be offered on Friday afternoon and into the evening. It can also be seen soon on the Morro Photo Expo.com website very soon. Be sure to sign up before the class fills up. This may be the class that changes your life from an amateur to a pro. To whet your photography appetite, some of the topics Dean will discuss deal with file management (preshoot plans, etc), image manipulation, working with clients, finding your niche, and standing out from the crowd. Read more on the website. An example of his work is seen in the column to the right.
Dean shoots weddings, plus many other types of photography, so the class will teach some true secrets of the trade. This is a class that could be recommended for more advanced photographers or also beginners. Dean will be a wealth of information for either level of photographer.
Photocache
Another opportunity to photograph the beautiful area from Morro Bay to Montano De Oro is a self-guided tour using either way points and a GPS or maps (if your GPS does not use way points). The mission of this event is to find some of the most desirable spots around Morro Bay for the best photo opportunities on your own time. You will be in awe at some of the locations chosen. More information will be in your packet if you choose this event. Enjoy. Some of the spots can also be used for night photography. This event could also be used on a second trip to this area if you cannot fit it into your schedule during this year's expo. Enjoy.
SLR Basics and Beyond
This is a class for those wanting to do more than just use the program mode on their camera. Pat Brown is the leader and will guide you through the many settings to explain, with examples, the features on how your SLR camera functions. This clearly defined class will help you actually understand the manual that came with your camera. It is a must for newer photographers as well as those wanting to brush up on camera technique.
Living History Photo Opp
Joyce Cory is leading this class and will give photographers many photo opportunities to actually see various ladies dressed for the period of 1880-early 1900's. Joyce is an expert about this time frame. She knows more about the Spooner family than anyone and can answer all types of questions. There will even be a docent using a lasso to give photographers an opportunity to see if they can capture the rope in the air. The scenic areas here will round out this event. The class is almost full.
Night Photography, Part II
This class is taught by a real expert in night time photography, Howard Ignatius. Howard has been to nine workshops just this year, learning from one of the the very best photographers in the world, and will certainly impress you. Some say you learn more about your camera while shooting at night than during the day. If you have never had success or never tried night time photography, you are in for a real treat. This part will teach about working with the dark. Howard will also give you many examples on camera settings and how to just plain have a great, new adventure. This class is not far from full. The class is almost full.
How to Master Telephoto
How to Master Telephoto is taught by Kevin Cole, a wealth of information. Kevin has such a reputation for his many tack-sharp photos that his first class quickly filled up. He volunteered to teach a second class. Kevin will give you an excellent background in how to get the photos you have been wishing you could get with a 300 mm+ lens. Photographers will first learn what to do, then go in the field to practice the techniques. This class is appropriate for all photographers.
Flickr - Social Networking Paradigm
This class is taught by Mike Baird. Many of you already use Flickr, but Mike will show you what you may not know about this extremely popular photo sharing site. He can answer any question you may have about using Flickr to its full capabilities, including how to use Flickr DNA, set up groups, find which photos are most interesting, how and why to use tags, how to create sets, and why Flickr is such a powerful tool. These are just a few of the subjects Mike will cover in his hands-on approach. You will be surprised at all that Flickr can offer besides just a place for posting photos. Mike will save you a lot of time and show you how easy it is to sort out which photos are your best for contests or presentations.
Bring your laptop if it has a wireless connection.
All of these classes have descriptions in detail on the Morro Photo.com website, where you may sign up for the expo. The mission of the expo is to improve your camera technique in a setting that has many photo opportunities and to get you tuned up for the Morro Bay Winter Bird Festival in the middle of January. Enjoy.
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