Penn Camera Full Class List

Tysons Portrait Photography MINI-SEMINAR (2 Sep 2010)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Portrait Photography

FREE MINI-SEMINAR

Making great portraits is something everyone can do. We will cover the basics of lighting and composition as well as how to use available light and reflectors or a portable lighting kit and background.

These 30-60 MINI-SEMINARS are free and open to the public. Each MINI-SEMINAR is taught by a Penn Camera imaging expert and they always make time for your questions

Rockville Portrait Photography MINI-SEMINAR (2 Sep 2010)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Portrait Photography

FREE MINI-SEMINAR

These 30-60 MINI-SEMINARS are free and open to the public. Each MINI-SEMINAR is taught by a Penn Camera imaging expert and they always make time for your questions.

Laurel Portrait Photography MINI-SEMINAR (2 Sep 2010)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Portrait Photography

FREE MINI-SEMINAR

These 30-60 MINI-SEMINARS are free and open to the public. Each MINI-SEMINAR is taught by a Penn Camera imaging expert and they always make time for your questions.

Fairlakes Portrait Photography MINI-SEMINAR (2 Sep 2010)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Portrait Photography

FREE MINI-SEMINAR

These 30-60 MINI-SEMINARS are free and open to the public. Each MINI-SEMINAR is taught by a Penn Camera imaging expert and they always make time for your questions.

Pikesville Portrait Photography MINI-SEMINAR (2 Sep 2010)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Portrait Photography

FREE MINI-SEMINAR

These 30-60 MINI-SEMINARS are free and open to the public. Each MINI-SEMINAR is taught by a Penn Camera imaging expert and they always make time for your questions.

Penn Camera Photo Safari - Memorials at Dawn (3 Sep 2010)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:00:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Limit: 15 People

If you like to get up REAL early, this safari is for YOU! The very best time of day to photograph the Lincoln Memorial is at dawn, when the rising sun paints the memorial in a golden light, and the sun is low enough to penetrate the roof line and light up Mr. Lincoln’s statue.

Professional architectural photographer E. David Luria, director of Washington Photo Safari, conducts this workshop that teaches amateur photographers how to capture the early morning light on the building and the statue, and how to frame the view of the rising sun in the columns of the Lincoln Memorial.

Working without flash or tripods, participants will be taught techniques of exposure, composition, lighting and color filtration to get the most dramatic photographs of this beautiful national treasure. The early morning light also looks great as we photograph the nearby Reflecting Pool, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the Vietnam Women’s Memorial, and the friendly Albert Einstein Memorial. NO TRIPODS are allowed on this safari!

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Penn Camera Photo Safari: Monuments at Night (9 Sep 2010)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Safari Limit: 15 people

After giving you an orientation on the basic techniques of nighttime photography, Washington Photo Safari director E. David Luria will take you to the most photogenic areas on the western end of the National Mall.

Then we walk along the picturesque Reflecting Pool on our way to the extraordinary Korean War Memorial with its illuminated, fear-filled faces of men in combat, and then to the awesome Lincoln Memorial with its majestic statue of President Lincoln. Then we go to the poignant Vietnam Women’s Memorial, the powerful Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and we end up at the whimsical Albert Einstein Memorial . At each location on this safari, David reviews white balance settings for digital cameras and filter usage for film cameras in nighttime shooting, how to shoot at night WITHOUT using a flash, and how to achieve interesting composition with close-up detail that truly brings out the meaning of each memorial and statue. These memorials photograph MUCH better at night than in the daytime, and this safari will help you achieve really beautiful, postcard-quality images of the nation’s capital. Great for black and white photography too!

What to Bring:
Your camera along with memory cards or film and extra batteries. A small flashlight can be helpful as well. A STURDY tripod is a must!

This safari begins at the WW II Memorial. The Smithsonian Metro stop is about ½ to ¾ mile walk from the starting site of this Safari. There is parking available after the 6:30 rush hour.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this safari can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Introduction To Digital Photography (11 Sep 2010)

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Eliot Cohen
Class Limit: 35 people

The change from film to digital photography has introduced some new concepts, while also enhancing camera settings and options. Although there many types of digital cameras, there are common characteristics that apply to all whether they are digital SLR or compact. Some involve digital functions such as resolution, file type, white balance, and formatting. Others are photographic, such as ISO, exposure, shutter speed, aperture, and shooting modes.

These concepts are not specific to any brand or model of camera. No matter which you use, this class will help you understand, digital terminology, important photography
concepts, and practical photographic procedures to follow with your camera. Each will be explained in detail with examples.

In addition, a workflow for moving pictures to one’s computer, backing up pictures, and formatting cards will be described. This will help to close the loop between your camera and computer.

Topics include:
• Megapixels - how much is enough
• Resolution
• File formats – tiff, jpeg, raw
• White Balance
• ISO – adjusting for light or different picture situations
• Shutter speed – hand holding vs. tripod; stop action and blur
• Aperture – controlling exposure and depth of field
• Shooting modes – Auto, Program, Shutter priority, Aperture priority, Manual
• Scene modes – landscape, portrait, action
• In the computer – downloading files, backing up data
• Formatting cards for reuse

What to bring:
If you already own a digital camera, bring it with you to go through the menus and shooting settings with the instructor. The class is also designed to help those who are considering the purchase of a digital camera.

Free parking is available at this location. There is no metro stop nearby.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Introduction To SLR Photography (11 Sep 2010)

Sat, 11 Sep 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Karen Messick
Class Size: 25 people

SLR (Single Lens Reflex) cameras, offer the photographer a wealth of tools that can lead to wonderful photographs. Capturing that perfect portrait of your loved one, that fleeting moment leading to the winning goal, or that stunning travel photo takes practice. To get there we need to control our exposure, depth of field, composition, and choose the lenses that will get us the image we seek.

Topics include:
• Camera Controls - overview of basic controls of the SLR
• Lenses - the effects of different focal length lenses
• Depth of Field - how the aperture effects what is in focus
• Shutter Speeds - control motion to add emphasis
• Metering - the effect of various metering options
• Lighting - the use of natural light and flash
• Filters - how to use filters to improve your photographs
• Film or ISO setting - selecting the best film speed or ISO setting for what look you are trying to attain
• Shooting techniques - getting the sharpest results
• Composition - what makes an interesting photograph

Although the emphasis will be on digital SLRs, film SLR users will benefit from this class too.

What To Bring:
If you already own an SLR camera, it is a good idea to bring it with you. As the instructor discusses camera features or menu settings, you can see if they are available on your camera and learn how to set them. Other useful items to have on hand at the class are an extra battery, a memory card and your instruction manual.

Free parking is available at this location. There is no Metro stop nearby.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Photography As A Second Career (13 Sep 2010)

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:00:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Limit 18 people

With careful planning while you keep your day job, you CAN turn your hobby and your love of photography into a lucrative profession. Many people facing retirement, reduced pensions or job layoffs have successfully become full-time or part-time photographers, earning significant income with their photo skills.

This Safari, taught by Washington Photo Safari founder and director E. David Luria, will explore ways to make a successful transition into photography as a profession, looking at such options as shooting for stock, events, weddings, child portraits, sports, architecture, real estate, restaurants, food, pets, sailboats, landscapes, and lawyers.

David will discuss such topics as: how do you get educated in photography? Once you get to be a GOOD photographer, how can you market your skills? How do you set prices for your work? Where can you go for further training in photography while holding down your day job? How do you get published? How do you build a photo portfolio? Who are the potential clients in your own neighborhood and community? Which areas of photography have the greatest income potential? And more.

Participants will also be encouraged to explore areas of photography with which they are NOT familiar as possible options for career work.

The Van Ness UDC Metro stop on the Red line is just 3 blocks from the Safari site. There is also street parking in the area.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Scenic Annapolis Harbor (18 Sep 2010)

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Karen L. Messick
Limit: 10 People

Capture scenic harbor photographs - illustrious street shots, quaint storefronts, magnificent boats and other waterfront images in Annapolis, Maryland’s Capitol.

Spend the morning on the Annapolis waterfront learning the art of photography. Learn how to properly expose your subject, how to choose between using the Aperture or Shutter or even full Manual depending on the scene and the look you’re after. Develop an eye for a dynamic composition and how to creatively capture subjects in the right light. Learn the art of observation and “getting the shot”!

There are plenty of opportunities for abstract reflections in the harbor, and nautical captures of ropes, flags and ships details. If you have a Lensbaby, bring it along and learn how to expand your creative style!

A tripod and cable release or remote is essential for low light morning photography.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Introduction to Photoshop and Photoshop Elements (19 Sep 2010)

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Eliot Cohen
Class Limit: 15 people

This class is an introduction to the techniques of the Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Elements editing programs, designed for those with a desire to learn how to enhance or edit their digital images. (No prior experience is necessary.)

It is very “hands-on”, every student has their own work station with a computer. The instructor networks all the computers so that everyone is working on the same image which the instructor supplies. As the class is limited to 15 students, attention can be given to everyone’s needs.

Topics Include:
• Setting up your workspace - use of the file browser or Bridge
• How to enhance digital files with cropping and straightening techniques
• Understanding file size and resolution, making smaller files for email
• Color balance and color correction - capability to enhance and adjust color
• How to improve image detail and clarity using the Unsharp Mask filter
• Contrast Control - explanation of dynamic range (tonal Levels) how to target black and white levels and to make adjustments in the computer
• Exposure Control - how the meter responds, using shutter priority to control exposure, and EV settings for over/under exposure
• How to use Histograms to improve exposure in the camera and reproduction of tone and color in print

What to bring:
If you have a digital camera you may want to bring it with you as there is a brief shooting session after which some of the images may be shared and discussed. A memory card, and extra battery and the instruction manual are also helpful to bring.

Pre-requisites:
• Sufficient familiarity with one’s camera to be able to use it independently
• Comfort with basic computer skills such as locating, opening, & saving files

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Penn Camera Photo Safari: Monuments at Night (20 Sep 2010)

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 22:45:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Safari Limit: 15 people

This safari begins at the new World War II Memorial, with its beautifully illuminated ornate fountains and columns framing the nearby spotlit Washington Monument in that “magic hour” of deep-blue twilight. Then we walk along the picturesque Reflecting Pool on our way to the extraordinary Korean War Memorial with its illuminated, fear-filled faces of men in combat, and then to the awesome Lincoln Memorial with its majestic statue of President Lincoln. Then we go to the poignant Vietnam Women’s Memorial, the powerful Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and we end up at the whimsical Albert Einstein Memorial . At each location on this safari, David reviews white balance settings for digital cameras and filter usage for film cameras in nighttime shooting, how to shoot at night WITHOUT using a flash, and how to achieve interesting composition with close-up detail that truly brings out the meaning of each memorial and statue. These memorials photograph MUCH better at night than in the daytime, and this safari will help you achieve really beautiful, postcard-quality images of the nation’s capital. Great for black and white photography too!

What to Bring:
Your camera along with memory cards or film and extra batteries. A small flashlight can be helpful as well. A STURDY tripod is a must!

This safari begins at the WW II Memorial. The Smithsonian Metro stop is about ½ to ¾ mile walk from the starting site of this Safari. There is parking available after the 6:30 rush hour.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this safari can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Penn Camera Photo Safari - Penn Quarter & Navy Memorial (25 Sep 2010)

Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:30:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Limit: 15 People

If there is one neighborhood in town that has experienced the most dramatic change over the past 15 years, it has to be Penn Quarter/ Chinatown, the dynamic new place to go in the evening AND in the daytime! Anchored by the ever-popular Verizon Center sports venue, Penn Quarter now boasts an extraordinary feast for the photographer’s eye.

Our photo safari, led by architectural photographer E. David Luria begins at the newly renovated National Portrait Gallery/ Museum of American Art, then focuses on such architectural beauties as the nearby Monaco Hotel, the International Spy Museum, the famous Chinese gate in Chinatown (a gift from the people of Beijing to their sister city of Washington DC), the block of unique Chinese stores and restaurants.

We then move on to photograph the exciting new glass-sheathed Sidney Harmann Theatre, the Shakespeare Theatre, and the famous Lansburgh Apartment building (formerly Lansburgh Dept. Store). We amble down colorful 7th Street and end our safari at the beautiful Navy Memorial on Pennsylvania Avenue, with its intricately carved and very photogenic inlay bas-reliefs of famous moments in US Navy history.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Introduction To SLR Photography - Baltimore (26 Sep 2010)

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Debbie Bernhardt
Class Size: 12 people

SLR (Single Lens Reflex) cameras, offer the photographer a wealth of tools that can lead to wonderful photographs. Capturing that perfect portrait of your loved one, that fleeting moment leading to the winning goal, or that stunning travel photo takes practice. To get there we need to control our exposure, depth of field, composition, and choose the lenses that will get us the image we seek.

Topics include:
• Camera Controls - overview of basic controls of the SLR
• Lenses - the effects of different focal length lenses
• Depth of Field - how the aperture effects what is in focus
• Shutter Speeds - control motion to add emphasis
• Metering - the effect of various metering options
• Lighting - the use of natural light and flash
• Filters - how to use filters to improve your photographs
• Film or ISO setting - selecting the best film speed or ISO setting for what look you are trying to attain
• Shooting techniques - getting the sharpest results
• Composition - what makes an interesting photograph

Although the emphasis will be on digital SLRs, film SLR users will benefit from this class too.

What To Bring:
If you already own an SLR camera, it is a good idea to bring it with you. As the instructor discusses camera features or menu settings, you can see if they are available on your camera and learn how to set them. Other useful items to have on hand at the class are an extra battery, a memory card and your instruction manual.

Free parking is available at this location. There is no Metro stop nearby.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 businessdays prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Penn Camera Photo Safari - National Building Museum (26 Sep 2010)

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 18:30:00 GMT

Instructor: E. David Luria
Safari Limit: 15 people

One of Washington’s least known but most beautiful attractions is the National Building Museum, formerly known as the Pension Building. Built in the late 19th century as a workplace for the hundreds of clerks who wrote out pension checks for the Civil War veterans, the National Building Museum boasts a huge 12-story atrium supported by massive faux marble columns, creating a magnificent space often used for Presidential inaugurations.

This workshop on exterior and interior architectural photography, led by architectural photographer E. David Luria begins outside in Judiciary Square, where we photograph the impressive National Law Enforcement Memorial with the Museum as a backdrop. Then we photograph the impressive exterior of the Museum before going inside to photograph the architecturally unique interior from the upper floors. We will also enjoy the opportunity to photograph the spectacular new exhibit of famous buildings reproduced in Lego bricks.

You will learn how to hold the camera for maximum picture sharpness; use selective focus to determine the subject of each picture using focus hold; frame your subject using available flowers, trees, bushes and doorways; keep your vertical lines as straight as possible for professional photos; take pleasing outdoor portraits in bright sunshine and in shade; use the fill-flash and cancel-flash features of your camera; take pictures inside of large interior spaces without using a flash; take close-up pictures of flowers and statues; put strong composition lines and balance into your pictures and control depth-of-field with aperture priority settings.

Any camera will do, from a point and shoot to acomplex digital SLR. For best results, bring a wide angle lens equivalent to about 28 mm (in 35 mm format), a circular polarizing filter, a telephoto of at least 100mm, and enough digital media and batteries for about 72 exposures. DON'T LEAVE ANY OF YOUR LENSES AT HOME! YOU WILL REGRET NOT HAVING THE LENS YOU LEFT BEHIND! You should also learn how to put your digital photos into black and white. NO TRIPODS ARE ALLOWED ON THIS ITINERARY!

Don’t own a camera? Interested in trying a new lens? Considering upgrading your current equipment? No problem! The Tyson’s and E. Street Penn Camera stores have a great selection of photography gear for rent and applies 50% of the rental fee towards the purchase price if you buy it within 30 days. Reservation and deposit is required. Limited availability.

Questions about this safari can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

FREE with Penn Camera purchase - Beginners Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D3000 & D5000 (2 Oct 2010)

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Nikon Rep

IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR NIKON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE REGISTER HERE. (One free ticket per camera.)

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, PLEASE EXIT AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELED "$50 FEE - Beginners Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Potography with the D3000 & D5000". WHERE YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS.

Ever experienced not getting the shots you want? Wish your family photos were breathtaking? If so, then this seminar is for you!

Forget the “technical stuff” and learn why cameras such as the Nikon D3000 and D5000 can help you take incredible pictures – easily! Intimidated? Don’t be. Anyone can take INCREDIBLE PICTURES with a Nikon DSLR camera!

Spend 2 hours with Nikon and they will guide you through a simple, concise seminar to create great pictures. If you never open the instruction manual, we won’t tell. Incredible pictures, even easier!

Upon registration, you will be asked to provide your cameras serial number from the camera body, and the account number from your Penn Camera receipt.

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

$50 FEE Beginners Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D3000 & D5000 (2 Oct 2010)

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Nikon Rep

IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE GO TO THE CLASS LABELED FREE WITH PENN CAMERA PURCHASE - “Beginners Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D3000 & D5000”

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS HERE.

Ever experienced not getting the shots you want? Wish your family photos were breathtaking? If so, then this seminar is for you!

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Introduction To Lightroom 3 - The Library (2 Oct 2010)

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Eliot Cohen
Class Limit: 13 people

Spend a day working with one of the most elegant file management tools, the Lightroom Library. The Library is the heart and soul of Lightroom. Understanding it's power and flexibility is the key to success with the program.

You will learn how to properly import, apply metadata, organize, keyword, search, collect, and export your files for any purpose. Lightroom has some key concepts that will be explained in detail, as well as procedures for maintaining the catalog.

The class will provide in-depth coverage, not just an overview, and will be hands on as you work on your laptop with your files. There are a lot of hidden gems within the Library that this class will illuminate.

We will also touch on some of Lightroom's other modules including Slide and Print.

Participants need to bring their laptop computer loaded with Lightroom 3 or higher to class. If you do not already own Lightroom 3, a fully functional trial can be downloaded at www.adobe.com.

All work done in class will be included in one's catalog once the software is purchased.

This class meets at the Penn Camera Tyson's store in Marshall's Square, 8357-E Leesburg Pike Vienna, VA 22182. Free parking is available at the site, although it would be best if you would park at the side of the store and not directly in front of it. There is no metro stop convenient to this location.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 2 days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 2 days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 2 days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

FREE with Penn Camera purchase - Advanced Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D90 & D300s (2 Oct 2010)

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Nikon Rep

IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR NIKON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE REGISTER HERE. (One free ticket per camera.)

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, PLEASE EXIT AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELED "$50 FEE - Advanced Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D90 & D300s". WHERE YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS.

If you are passionate about photography and intrigued by high-end technology then this seminar on Nikon Digital SLR cameras is for you!

Spend two hours with a Nikon expert learning about the advanced features, menus and controls and see what all of the "buzz" is about with Nikon DSLR cameras such as the D90 and D300s. Learn about the Creative Lighting System and how to control light with built-in wireless flash capabilities in Nikon DSLR cameras.

This class is packed with great information! Get ready to learn!

Upon registration, you will be asked to provide your cameras serial number from the camera body, and the account number from your Penn Camera receipt.

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

$50 FEE Advanced Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D90 & D300s (2 Oct 2010)

Sat, 02 Oct 2010 16:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Nikon Rep

IF YOU PURCHASED YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE GO TO THE CLASS LABELED FREE WITH PENN CAMERA PURCHASE - “Advanced Guide to NIKON Digital SLR Photography with the D90& D300s”

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS HERE.

If you are passionate about photography and intrigued by high-end technology then this seminar on Nikon Digital SLR cameras is for you!

This class is packed with great information! Get ready to learn!

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Learning Your Nikon D300 / D300s / D700 (9 Oct 2010)

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 12:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Duane Heaton
Class Size: 15 people

Learn just what all the buttons and dials do, and become familiar with how to navigate the menus.

This hands-on class will help you understand what your camera is capable of and will show you how to set it up for best results.

Topics include;
* Knowing which factory and default settings to change for better use of your camera
* A review of which exposure mode work best for your shooting application
* Understanding the many options available in the Nikons Auto Focus System
* Learning the Custom Functions that are built into the Menu

* And more

Please bring your camera with a lens attached, an extra battery and a memory card to the class so you can follow along with the instructor.

Free parking is available at this location. The Red line Metro is 2 blocks away.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Introduction To SLR Photography (9 Oct 2010)

Sat, 09 Oct 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Debbie Bernhardt
Class Size: 25 people

SLR (Single Lens Reflex) cameras, offer the photographer a wealth of tools that can lead to wonderful photographs. Capturing that perfect portrait of your loved one, that fleeting moment leading to the winning goal, or that stunning travel photo takes practice. To get there we need to control our exposure, depth of field, composition, and choose the lenses that will get us the image we seek.

Topics include:
• Camera Controls - overview of basic controls of the SLR
• Lenses - the effects of different focal length lenses
• Depth of Field - how the aperture effects what is in focus
• Shutter Speeds - control motion to add emphasis
• Metering - the effect of various metering options
• Lighting - the use of natural light and flash
• Filters - how to use filters to improve your photographs
• Film or ISO setting - selecting the best film speed or ISO setting for what look you are trying to attain
• Shooting techniques - getting the sharpest results
• Composition - what makes an interesting photograph

Although the emphasis will be on digital SLRs, film SLR users will benefit from this class too.

What To Bring:
If you already own an SLR camera, it is a good idea to bring it with you. As the instructor discusses camera features or menu settings, you can see if they are available on your camera and learn how to set them. Other useful items to have on hand at the class are an extra battery, a memory card and your instruction manual.

Free parking is available at this location. There is no Metro stop nearby.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Susquehanna State Park - Landscape, Water and Macro (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 11:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Karen L. Messick
Workshop Limit: 10 people

This workshop is designed for all skill levels of photography. During this workshop we will be creating beautiful landscape images in natural light. Capture the colorful beauty of fall trees, flowing water with autumn reflections, and learn close-up techniques for capturing designs and patterns in nature. Participants will have the opportunity to shoot with the instructor around a pond and in hardwood forests. We will create beautiful images of the flowing water of the Susquehanna River and creeks in the Susquehanna State Park, and explore impressionistic images of fall trees using the "swipe" technique.

To help you capture the best possible images, the following equipment is recommended: A tripod, a telephoto lens in the 70-300mm range, a wide angle lens in the 17-24mm range, a mid-range telephoto 24-70 and a macro lens or a lens with macro capability to get close-ups fall leaves as well as Polarizing filters for each of the lenses.

With over 20 years of photography experience, Karen L. Messick, President of the Baltimore Camera Club, will share her knowledge and show you how to enhance your skills in nature photography.

For further information and directions to the park:

http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/susquehanna.html

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class date will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Questions about this workshop can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

FREE with Penn Camera purchase - Canon EOS DISCOVERY DAY - BASIC (Essential functions with your EOS camera) (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Canon Rep, Eric Stoner

IF YOU PURCHASED A CANON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE REGISTER HERE. (One free ticket per camera.)

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, PLEASE EXIT AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELLED "$50 FEE - CANON EOS DISCOVERY DAY BASIC" WHERE YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS.

Enter the world of the digital SLR and learn about your camera, and how to make great pictures with it. We’ll take you out of “automatic”, but we won’t overload you with too much detail. You’ll see many examples of great photography, and learn techniques to use exposure, composition, flash, and a variety of lenses to get the same types of results.

Our Basic Discovery Day class is a three-hour investment in your EOS digital SLR that will pay dividends over and over as you grow with your camera system.

During this course you will:

• Become familiar with the operation and features of your EOS camera, and discover how and when to control them for dramatic results.

• Learn to expand your creative options, using different camera features and photographic techniques to evolve your pictures from snapshots to photographs.

• See actual examples of how Canon lenses and Speedlite flashes can be used to add impact to your pictures.

Who should attend?
Any Canon EOS owner (or potential owner) who wants to learn more about the features and potential of their camera and accessories, and learn essential concepts of photography.

Upon registration, you will be asked to provide your cameras serial number from the camera body, and the account number from your Penn Camera receipt.

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Fee $50 - Canon EOS DISCOVERY DAY - BASIC (Essential Functions with your EOS System) (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 13:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Canon Rep, Rick Berk

IF YOU PURCHASED A CANON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE EXIT HERE AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELED "FREE - CANON EOS EOS DISCOVERY DAY INTERMEDIATE"

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS HERE.

If you’re a more experienced SLR user, this three-hour session is your ticket to learning about the more sophisticated features of your EOS camera. We’ll take you to the next step in crafting great photographs, with details about the advanced controls in your camera and how to use them in real-life situations.

Many examples of great images bring the camera’s features to life in this event. We’ll demystify your camera’s histogram, give details about lighting and exposure control, and show the power that the right lenses and EOS Speedlites can bring to your photography.

During this course you will:

• Discover many of the advanced features on your camera, and how they can be used for great pictures

• Learn creative techniques in composition, camera control, and flash with EOS Speedlites

• Explore the possibilities of the EOS system, and gain insight into selecting and using the right accessories for your photography

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

Lightroom Develop & Adobe Camera RAW (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 14:00:00 GMT

Instructor: Eliot Cohen
Class Limit: 13 people

The most flexible way to capture information in a digital camera is in the RAW file format. It allows photographers to make better decisions about exposure, contrast, white balance and sharpness long after the file has been recorded in the camera. While viewing the image on screen and using a histogram for precise evaluation, photographers can optimize their files before they begin the final edits in Photoshop.

This is a hands-on workshop taught on students own laptops with either Lightroom 3 or Adobe Camera RAW installed. (Adobe Camera RAW is included in Photoshop CS3, CS4, & CS5 and Photoshop Elements 4 -8). Please check that you have the most current udated versions of your software. Everyone will be given the same images to work with for consistency.

Topics Covered:
• How best to handle image capture in RAW format
• The Adobe Camera RAW and Lightroom workspace and tools
• Step by step processing of RAW files
• Processing multiple files simultaneously
• Keeping track of metadata

Following a systematic approach, one will learn how to optimize RAW files individually, as well as process multiple files as a group. This allows one who might be wary of RAW because of the additional processing steps to work efficiently and benefit from the use of RAW files.

Pre-requisites: Basic familiarity with the Lightroom 3 or Adobe Photoshop or Elements workspace is a must.
If you have some awareness of how to correct color and adjust sharpness in Photoshop or Elements it will be helpful. Some background information will be provided in class.

What to Bring:
You are welcome to bring some of your RAW files on a CD or Jump drive. Toward the end of the class there may be time to edit your own.

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class..

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

FREE with Penn Camera purchase - Canon EOS DISCOVERY DAY - INTERMEDIATE Creative Photography with the EOS System (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Canon Rep, Rick Berk

IF YOU PURCHASED A CANON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE REGISTER HERE. (One free ticket per camera.)

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, PLEASE EXIT AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELED "$50 FEE - CANON EOS EOS DISCOVERY DAY INTERMEDIATE" WHERE YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS.

During this course you will:

• Discover many of the advanced features on your camera, and how they can be used for great pictures

• Learn creative techniques in composition, camera control, and flash with EOS Speedlites

• Explore the possibilities of the EOS system, and gain insight into selecting and using the right accessories for your photography

Upon registration, you will be asked to provide your cameras serial number from the camera body, and the account number from your Penn Camera receipt.

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Fee $50 - Canon EOS DISCOVERY DAY - INTERMEDIATE Creative Photography with the EOS System (16 Oct 2010)

Sat, 16 Oct 2010 17:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Canon Rep, Rick Berk

IF YOU PURCHASED A CANON DSLR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, ATTENDANCE IS FREE. PLEASE EXIT HERE AND GO TO THE CLASS LABELED "FREE - CANON EOS EOS DISCOVERY DAY INTERMEDIATE"

IF YOU DID NOT PURCHASE YOUR CAMERA FROM PENN CAMERA, YOU MAY REGISTER AND PAY FOR THIS CLASS HERE.

During this course you will:

• Discover many of the advanced features on your camera, and how they can be used for great pictures

• Learn creative techniques in composition, camera control, and flash with EOS Speedlites

• Explore the possibilities of the EOS system, and gain insight into selecting and using the right accessories for your photography

Questions can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

High Dynamic Range (HDR) Photography - Georgetown (17 Oct 2010)

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 14:30:00 GMT

Instructor: Chris Alvanas

Class Limit: 15 people

Have you have ever wanted highlights in the sky and details in the shadows to look their best in the same image? HDR is the technique that allows photographers to overcome exposure and dynamic range issues and build images with incredible range and detail.

This class is broken down into 3 sections; 2 hours lecture and camera set up, 2 hours shooting (and lunch), and 2 hours processing the images.

Lecture and Demonstration:

The class starts with an overview of what HDR is and how it can be used to overcome exposure and dynamic range issues. Also discussed are;

Equipment options
How to set up the camera
How to bracket exposures
Where to start the exposure
Different shooting methods
Using and not using a tripod
How to get the desire look of the final image

Shooting:
The group will head out and photograph around Georgetown capturing images to be used in the processing session. For those that would like, there will be one-on-one help for shooting and setting exposures as well as working with detailed camera functions.

Processing:
Both Photomatix Pro and Photoshop will be used to demonstrate different methods in generating the HDR image. Each student will have their own computer station and will merge their images into an HDR environment. Tone mapping, the important role it plays and options the photographer has when tone mapping his images will be discussed.

What to Bring:
A digital SLR camera with a large memory card (4GB minimum) a tripod, a cable release or wireless remote, a card reader or the download cable for the camera, and either a portable hard drive, or a jump drive with at least 4GB of storage space for the finished files.

Pre-requisites: Familiarity with ones camera and menu settings. Knowledge of how to download, open and save files on the computer.

This class is located in Georgetown at the Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University.

Questions about this class can be directed to penntraining@penncamera.com

Class Cancellation Policy: Full credit towards another class will be awarded if cancellation notice is given more than 5 business days from the scheduled class. If there is no cancellation notice, or if it is given 5 business days or less prior to the scheduled class, no credit or refund will be given. Changes to reschedule a class will incur the full charge if notice is given less than 5 business days prior to the originally scheduled class.

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