Mendocino. 2017.
A Photography Field Workshop
$750. Enrollment limited to 8 people
Russian Gulch State Park.
Join me for this dive into the lush seascape and iconic architecture of California's North Coast on this three-day photographic class to Mendocino and the north coast.
We will explore dark, musty redwood rainforests pierced by sunbeam shafts, spectacular rocky cliffs with the tumbling surf below. The north coast architecture will often drive design and composition to the forefront of our seeing as we wander this beautiful little township. The soft light, nearby headlands and constantly moving water will fill our days with remarkably varied photographic experiences.
The fishing port of Noyo will add even more man-made subject matter to our weekend. And, of course, we will find time to sample a few of Mendocino's good eating establishments.
The misty north coast light will likely be as much our subject matter as the landforms. This special quality of light is part of what makes this area so visually interesting and dynamic. Come prepared for rain, fog and sun.
Trails, town streets, and beaches will all be more rewarding because we will take the time to see them slowly, on our own two feet. Walking will be our main mode of exploration during the weekend.
From the trails of Russian Gulch State Park, to the delights of the Mendocino Arts Center this class is a classic..
The Class
Field instruction will concentrate on
seeing this unique township and coastline
composition
exposure and historgrams
individual photographic problem solving.
The workshop will be a dynamic combination of a traditional landscape photography workshop while diving deep into the digital age. Technical and aesthetic considerations will be discussed in detail. Our concentration will be on controlling your camera's operation to achieve your desired technical results, while building composition and visual skills to make the photograph what you want it to be. Digital exposure and dynamic range, composition, emotion and amazement-all will be part of our 3-day excursion into the evolving world of digital photography. I hope you can join us on this immersion in photography on California's spectacular North Coast.
Cliffs and Surf. Mendocino Headlands. 2017.
