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Virtual Seminar: Intro to InDesign for Print on Demand Books

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Zoom based Virtual Seminar, Saturday Morning,

$45

Intro to InDesign for Print on Demand Books

A Seminar Guiding Photographers Toward Making Their Own Print on Demand Books

This lecture is an introduction to basic use of Adobe InDesign to create Print on Demand books. Topics include basic InDesign tools for page layout and typography together with placement and control of photographs. We explore design issues of themes, sequencing and book spreads, as well as basic use of fonts and their control. PDF creation and control for online upload is also reviewed.

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 9am 120 noon with time fro 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.

Developed with the assistance of of the Canon Explorers of Light Program.

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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”
— Mitch Nelles, Half Moon Bay, CA
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.
— Lawrence Shapiro
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.
— David Robertson
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.
— Betty Blecha