Zoom based Virtual Seminar, August 18, 2021 6-7:30pm
$45 (limited to 20)
HDR Kinder & Gentler
We are in a remarkable age where technology can help us expand our ability to hold our visual experiences as photographers much more like our human experience of the scene. The limitations of digital and film-based photography to capture the extreme highlights and shadows of a scene has been part of the opportunity of the traditional Zone System with film, and heavy tonal adjustments in digital interpretations. But with the ability to accurately combine very different exposures, HDR opens up a whole new world of holding a scene with a camera much more akin to the versatility of our eyes. Join me for this exploration of High Dynamic Range photography from exposure, to integration, and processing. HDR does not have to mean weird extraterrestrial looking photographs, it can be a beautiful melding of technology and technique that makes our photographs much more like our real world experience.
On registration, you will be sent an email with a password to log onto the Session. Email info@sjphoto.com with any questions.
Online Event hosted by Stephen Johnson Studios & Gallery. Pacifica, California.
Class Workings
In this period of pandemic shelter in place, we are starting virtual education sessions to create a forum for getting suggestions and feedback on your photographic work.
The session will be conducted from 6 until 7:30pm with time for questions afterward. Attendance will be limited to 5 students wishing to show work, others may attend to listen and learn. Digital files can be emailed ahead or shown simply by screen sharing during the session.
Virtual Consulting
If you can't join for the Virtual Classes, or in person when we restart those, join us for Virtual Consulting or our cost saving Mentoring Program.
Critique Testimonials
““I have attended a number of recent critiques of my work at Steve’s gallery. It was a totally worthwhile experience. Steve’s insight into what make a photograph work coupled with his ability to deliver the message based on the skill level of the attendee is top notch. I recently attended his first Virtual Critique and despite the potential constraints of this approach, I found it just as educational and fulfilling as the face to face process. I highly recommend attending Steve’s critiques. You will learn a lot about composition, technique, and image emotion in a supportive and fun environment” ”
“Steve’s critiques are great whether in person or online, I’ve done both. Hearing what Steve has to say about the other participants gives me more food for thought than just his comments on my images. Everyone should have their images critiqued if they want to progress in photography.”
“I have had the pleasure of attending Stephen Johnson’s Print Critique sessions four times so far, and I expect to repeat the experience many times in the future. Stephen has an uncanny ability to spot color cast issues with his naked eye and to recognize cropping opportunities that significantly strengthen the final print. He also has a wealth of knowledge on paper and printer choices. He identifies both weaknesses and strengths in the submitted images in a way that makes you receptive to his suggestions. If you want to learn from a master printer and photographer in a very relaxed atmosphere, this is the place to do it.”
“As an old film-darkroom photographer, I sometimes find all the choices of digital imaging to be overwhelming. I have especially struggled with printing. I recently attended a Stephen Johnson Critique Session at his Pacifica studio in hopes of getting some feedback on my digital prints. I have never learned more in such a compact amount of time. Steve is generous and giving of his vast knowledge of digital imaging. He also gives advice in a manner that not only improves your technique but also refines your photographic vision. I would highly recommend these critiques to anyone interested in being a better photographer.”