MasterFlash - Full Day Intensive Flash Workshop - Dobbs Ferry, NY

Skill Level(s): Level III and IV Students
Location: Dobbs Ferry Public Library, 55 Main St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522 map
Instructor: Scott Dengrove
Date and Time: Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

DESCRIPTION

Do you ever find you could use a little more light on your subject when taking photos? Looking to start using flash in your images but don't know where to start? Are you an on-camera flash expert but not sure how to trigger it off camera? Then this workshop is for you!

Learning to add flash lighting to your photos, opens up a new world of creative possibilities. Using flash, off camera, pushes your creativity even further. Add dynamic lighting, replicating natural looks, exactly where you want it, from a flash that fits in the palm of your hand.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Morning
The workshop begins with an introduction to flash lighting. During the morning portion of the workshop, on-camera flash and speedlight photography skills will be taught with a mix of lecture, demonstrations, and plenty of hands-on exercises.
Topics include speedlight operation, flash exposure, inverse square law, balancing flash with ambient light, sync speed, bounce flash, avoiding pitfalls like that overexposed washed out look, and front/rear curtain sync.
During this portion of the workshop you'll be learning and practicing on your own speedlights. Don't have a speedlight of your own? No problem, rent one from us and try before you buy!
Lunch
A one hour lunch break follows, pizza will be provided, take a break and reset for a bit, and get to know your fellow photographers.
Afternoon
For the afternoon portion of the workshop we'll get those speedlights off the camera and really start getting creative with our lighting!
Topics include working with off camera flash, lighting angles and directions, triggering off camera flash, modifiers, matching ambient white balance with gels, multi-point lighting, and expertly mixing artificial and ambient light for a natural cohesive look.
Practice
Next, you will be split up into small groups and given plenty of time to practice your new skills creating off camera flash portraits with professional models. Working with pros means there's no need to worry about directing and posing, so you can concentrate on getting your flash exposure just right. This opportunity alone is worth the price of admission.
This is NOT a "shoot out" style event, each photographer will have time to work individually with a model and walk away with beautiful portraits.
Though you used your own speedlights for the morning portion...while working in groups we'll provide all the equipment you need! Ensuring maximum compatibility no matter what camera manufacturer you use. Each group will be given speedlights, triggers, light poles and modifiers, to work with. Learn on the latest Godox equipment.

Off camera flash gives ultimate control, no more limits from weather, time of day, or artificial looking light. See examples below:

Photo courtesy of Michaela Lawlor

COST AND WHAT'S INCLUDED

The registration fee for this workshop includes 5 hours of instruction, 2 hours of shooting time, breakfast and lunch, professional models, off-camera speedlights, light stands, triggers, and modifiers for use during the workshop and a usage license permitting you to use any photos taken during the workshop for self-promotion. You get all this for only $299!

WHAT TO BRING

Please bring your fully charged camera, fully charged speedlight and instruction manual. Extra batteries may be helpful. A pen is helpful in case you want to take notes.

We recommend bringing both a portrait (telephoto) lens and a medium lens as well to have close-up portrait and full length portrait options when photographing the models.

Further recommendations of what to bring will be provided in a detailed email prior to the workshop.

WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?

This workshop is open to Level III and IV photographers who are ready to raise their photos to the next level by adding flash lighting. Whether this is your first time playing with flash or you're an on-camera flash master who wants to see the amazing possibilities taking flash off camera can provide; this workshop is a must do!

It's perfect for someone who wants to get more comfortable using speedlights both on-camera and off-camera or wants to try it out before committing to buying one of their own.

REQUIREMENTS

Students must be comfortable shooting in full manual mode and understand natural light exposure. A digital single lens reflex camera or mirrorless camera with manual settings, interchangeable lenses, and a hotshoe is required, as well as a compatible speedlight. No speedlight? Rentals are available.

TRANSPORTATION

This special workshop takes place entirely at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library, participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the library as well as their own parking fees. The Dobbs Ferry Public Library is easily accessible by car, and train from Grand Central. You will meet your instructor at the library, full details will be given prior to the field trip.

REGARDING COVID-19

The safety of our participants and instructors is of the utmost priority. As such, all of our workshops are run in accordance with guidelines and standards set forth by governmental agencies on the Federal, State, and County level including the CDC, NYS Dept. of Health, NYS Office of the Governor, and Westchester County Dept. of Health.

Participants agree to refrain from attending the workshop if they are not feeling well, they develop symptoms consistent with COVID-19, or have knowingly been around others that have tested positive for COVID-19 or are exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms.

REGISTRATION FEE BREAKDOWN

Where Does Your Registration Fee Go?
52% to Operations	10% to Administration	38% to Dengrove Studios
Venue Rental Model Fees Food Equipment	Credit Card Fees Registration Processing Website Management Logistics Fees	Lesson Planning Content Creation Workshop Supplies Instructor Salaries

REFUND POLICY

Registration cancellations and refund requests must be submitted in writing no less than 10 days prior to the start of the workshop. Refunds will not be given for no shows or latecomers. However, should there be a COVID-19 related reason for not attending, a possible refund will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. As this workshop can take place 100% indoors it will proceed rain or shine. No refunds will be given for no shows due to weather. In the case of an extreme weather emergency or closure of the venue, an alternate date will be selected for the workshop. If you cannot attend the alternative workshop date a credit will be given for use towards a future Dengrove Studios workshop. In the event that official guidelines regarding COVID-19 change in a way that prevents us from holding the workshop or the venue cannot open due to COVID-19 guidelines, a full refund will be provided.

Questions? Feel free to contact us before you register.

ARE YOU READY TO MASTER FLASH?

$299
Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00AM - 7:00 PM

*This program is neither sponsored by nor affiliated with the Dobbs Ferry Public Library

What type of photographer are you?

Level I - Students are new to photography and either have no formal training in photography or perhaps took a class a long time ago. Level I students are unsure of the operation of their gear or may feel intimidated by taking their camera out of "auto" mode and playing with the manual settings. Photographs of Level I students show significant technical issues as well as compositional issues as they have not yet received training. There's nothing wrong with being a Level I photographer, we all started there, and remember what it's like.

Level II - Students have some understanding of photography principles and may have taken a class or two. Level II students are somewhat familiar with their gear and try to use manual camera settings when they can. As a result, they have gotten lucky from time to time by creating great photographs that were the result of "happy accidents". Although their pictures are applauded by friends and family, they are still at the beginning of learning their craft and their images may have technical issues. Additionally, they can be so caught up with using the right settings they may forget to focus on the artistic side of photography such as composition and lighting.

Level III - Students have a solid understanding of photography principles, thanks to some formal training, and are completely comfortable using their camera in Manual Mode. Level III students have overcome most technical issues relating to exposure and sharpness and are starting to play with interesting lighting and compositions. Most of their photos look better than the average persons and are starting to be thought of as a photographer by friends and family. Level III students may be starting to think about doing some low-end paying photography work or upgrading their gear to full frame sensors and pro lenses.

Level IV - Students have significant experience making, capturing, and processing images that more often then not exhibit a complete understanding of photography principles and creative artistic qualities. Level IV students no longer worry about camera settings, they just happen automatically in their head, and all of their photos are sharp and well exposed. In addition, Level IV student photos exhibit consistently decent lighting and composition and a few of their very best photos exhibit these qualities that can be described as dynamic, beautiful, and awesome. They are not afraid to try unusual or extreme techniques but sometimes use them as a crutch to give their photos that "wow" factor. Level IV students are regarded as "really serious about photography" and may have considered going pro.

Level V - Students have advanced skills and knowledge of photography. Their work is consistently at a professional level with no image quality issues and technicals are spot on. Level V student photo compositions have a maturity about them with a clear style and creativity. A Level V student is capable of shooting in almost any lightning condition and bringing back great photos that are interesting and well exposed. Level V students may or may not be working professional photographers but based on their level of work certainly are capable of being a pro.