Lights & Shadows is a workshop about controlling light, detail & dynamic range in your work, and demanding more of your images. No matter what you photograph, this intimate multi-day workshop with renowned photographer and dynamic range expert Gavin Seim, will help you explore you creativity and see light in a new way.
3 day hands on workshop…
- The six keys to better image quality.
- HDR. The new film. Not that overused fad.
- Live shoot excursions and field work.
- Zones, Tones and Visualizing.
- Editing your own images from excursions.
- Managing light, range, tone and pixels.
- Better channel editing. When, where and how.
- High dynamic range portraiture techniques.
- Burn & Dodge. Mastering the hidden magic.
- Night out. Group dinner on Gavin.
- Details details. Keeping images artifact free.
- Advanced HDR layering and masking.
- Getting great results on long exposure
- Make large format prints. A final review.
Lights & Shadows 2012, Fall in Washington – October 22-24 2012.
Full Workshop Tuition, Just
$500.Register by May 1st 2012 and Save $100
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Tufa Sunrise. Fall 2010, Mono Lake CA, by Gavin Seim.
Thoughts from Gavin Seim.
Light, shadow, tone and detail are all important in great photographs. Yet the nuances of how they connect from capture to digital developing are often misunderstood. We know how to make a good image, but we don’t always know what lies deep beneath and how to take full advantage of our pixels. That’s what this workshop is all about. From making a better initial capture in camera, to producing a perfectly edited masterpiece. From subtle light manipulation to high dynamic range art, this is a collaborative workshop where we’ll be honest about results and learn to demand more of our images.
Along with image quality and light management, high dynamic range photography will be one of the main topics. But maybe not the HDR you’re used to. We all have differing styles, but many use HDR to make over edited and often downright ugly images. It’s because they simply don’t understand how to leverage HDR. In truth, HDR is simply about light and shadow. About tone. To quote myself from this recent article. HDR is the new film. Not that overused fad from the 2000′s.
Whatever place you’re at with your photography, you’ll step up to another level during Lights & Shadows. It doesn’t matter if you have a style that’s modern and bold, or if you’re a veteran from the film days looking to make pure classic images. This is a workshop is about light dynamics that will challenge all of us. We’re going to refine our skill at capturing and manipulating light when and where we need it… Gavin”
Who’s it for?
Lights & Shadows is for new, advanced or professional photographers in virtually any genre. Photographers that want to challenge their skill and become better artists. There are no specific skill requirements and Gavin will work with each student to help them grow. Though ideally you should have a digital SLR, a tripod, a laptop computer and knowledge of basic editing and photographic tools.. We also recommend a photo editing program like Photoshop (or similar) and you may also want a HDR tool like Photomatix (You can save 15% with code: PPS15). There are no age restrictions, though attendees under 18 need parental permission for excursions.
The group will be working in the field during shooting excursions throughout the area of the workshop, then following up with final edits at the base location. Note that transport meals, lodging and gear are not provided with the workshop. Though we can carpool during excursions.
Below are further examples of Gavin’s work. You can find more via his main website or f164, his fine art journal. If you have questions about the workshop feel free to email or call Gavin directly… 509 754 5255, effects@seimstudios.com
Who is this Gavin Guy? (Meet Gavin).
Gavin Seim is an award winning photographer and owner of Seim Studio’s in Central WA, where he focuses on high end wall portraits and fine art pieces. He’s the maker of Seim Effects editing tools, the host of the Pro Photo Show and the man behind f164.com.
A twenty six year old dynamo, Gavin has nearly fourteen years of experience behind the lens. He’s energetic, passionate and known for cinematic high dynamic range images, large wall portraits and refined digital workflow. In between studio work, Gavin takes his wife and two children on road trips, exploring, making images and teaching workshops to photographers throughout the US.
Gavin’s work has been featured in venues such as Rick Sammon’s Digital Wedding Secrets, leading imaging podcasts, Venue magazine, The Good Life, the PPA Loan Collection and more. Gavin loves experimenting with new ways to leverage dynamic range, light and pixels. Attendees have come from as far as London for Gavin’s workshops. He is passionate about making images as perfect as they can be and he understands how to control quality on a deep level.
What people are saying about Gavin’s workshops….
“Thanks for the workshop, it was absolutely fabulous (aside from that crazy northern accent!” – Megan Huddleston.
“I just took Gavin’s HDR class and it was great! I felt there was a perfect balance of classroom learning and going out to shoot. The others in the class were wonderful to work with. It was nice to be in a classroom setting to be able to collaborate with other photographers as well as stretch my creativity when shooting the same subject as 6 other people. I would totally recommend taking a class of Gavin’s if you were ever thinking about it. He is easy going, attentive to the wants of the students, and is great with constructive criticism. – Molly Nickles
“Good times and learned a lot” – Maureen Gorman Leary
“Gavin, Once again I have been educated by your teaching. You are a great instructor”… John & Shauna Warrick
“Gavin- just wanted to say THANKS for the Burn and Dodge class the other night! Also for the great stuff that you went over at Wall Portrait Conference! You completely changed my thought process when it comes to creating Portraits for print”… JB Brookman, FB
A sampling of Gavin images. Click any to see a high quality version. Visit Seim Studios see Gavin’s latest projects.
Look to the Wind. Tonemapped portrait, 2007. Gavin Seim
God's Fist. Great Fountain Geyser, Yellowstone, 2010. Gavin Seim.
Hunters Bridge. HDR portrait, 2009.
Doorway to Winter. 2008. Leavenworth WA, by Gavin Seim.
Sunsets Hidden Falls. Yosemite National Park. Fall 2010, by Gavin Seim.
Bridge of Memories. Leavenworth WA, 2009, by Gavin Seim. Winner 2009 Icicle Prize. Current release, 40in print on canvas.
Heather's Sunset. Commissioned Portrait, 2009, by Gavin Seim. 30 inch metallic print on canvas.
Whispering Barn. St Andrews WA, 2009, by Gavin Seim. 40" on canvas.
River Queen. ST Croix River. 2010, by Gavin Seim.
Midnight Seattle. Seattle WA. 2009, Gavin Seim. 2010 PPA Loan Collection. Current release, 40in print on canvas.
Bull of The Mists. Yellowstone MT, 2010, by Gavin Seim. Version final. Initial release. 30 in print on canvas.
The Reading Road. HDR portrait, 2008.
Stars of Coldest Night. Snoqualmie WA, 2010, by Gavin Seim. Current release, 65in print on canvas.
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Lights, Shadows & Super Powers – The Mini workshop:
This is Gavin’s simplified down Lights and Shadows workshop. Without the live shoots and multi day education, it’s a mini 3-6 hour presentation. While does not replace the in depth collaborative education of the full workshop, it’s a great way to get thinking in powerful manipulation of light and digital management. This is a perfect workshop for a private photo group of conference.
Lights, Shadow & Super Powers analyzes the essential elements of managing tone, detail and HDR from today’s digital files in a balanced, beautiful way. From bold multi-image HDR to subtle tone enhancing processes. This workshop will give attendees critical concepts behind dynamic range and tips for avoiding pitfalls in the manipulation of light and shadow.
HDR Essentials is available for your private group or convention pretty much anywhere. Just contact Gavin for more details about your event. Here’s some of the things we’ll learn. The amount of time on each will vary depending on how long we have.
- HDR. The new film. Not that overused fad.
- Understanding Light & Range in digital photos.
- Basic HDR variations and editing tips.
- Making your photos better. Right now.
- The overlooked, but magical burn and dodge.
- Details details. Keeping digital images artifact free.
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*exact location is subject to change (within 25mi). Costs are subject to change at any time. Booking locks in current price. In the event the presenter becomes ill or otherwise cannot attend, a replacement will be sought. Should the workshop be canceled, damages are limited to a full refund of payments made.
**Cancellations: Registrations are refundable up to 30 days prior to the workshop (for individuals). After which they are non refundable. In the event you can’t make it, payment may be applied towards any other Seim Studios LLC workshop.
