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I offer a series of one-on-one digital printmaking workshops
at my studio located in Fort Greene, Brooklyn. Specifically
addressing the needs of black and white photographers, the
workshops are geared towards mastery of digital darkroom processes
and the production of exhibition-quality prints. I'm a fine
art photographer and have been involved with digital imaging
for the last 6 years. I'm only the second print maker nationwide
to be designated as a Certified Piezography Printer by Cone
Editions Press (developers of PiezoTone inks and software).
It is my hope that in sharing my experiences and insights
as both a photographer and digital print maker, each workshop
will enhance your ability to capture and manipulate photographic
images and produce prints of the highest quality. Below, you'll
find my standard workshops, but because the instruction is
one-on-one I can tailor a session to meet your specific needs.
If you don't see a session that encompasses everything you're
looking for, I can design one. We'll devote our time to areas
you're interested in and omit topics that are not relevant
to you. And every attendee leaves with a course manual full
of detailed information on topics we've covered and a helpful
listing of print and online resources. Payment is due in full
at the beginning of a workshop. Any cancellations or rescheduling
must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop date. Without
this advance notification, a non-refundable deposit of 75%
is required in order to reschedule a workshop. Please feel
free to .
Workflow for the Working Pro
You've got the digital camera, a fast computer and a whole array of other digital goodies. So why are you spending
so many long hours just getting jobs out to clients? The days of film, when you dropped everything off at the lab and went
home are long gone, so a carefully considered workflow becomes the cornerstone of enhanced productivity. This half day
workshop will help you create a comprehensive strategy for the efficient processing, management,
storage, backup and archiving of digital images. We'll go through a step by step workflow; from
downloading and renaming images on the fly to building web previews for clients. We will explore the automation capabilities of
Photoshop, examine the benefits of image cataloging software and look at critical aspects of color management. The concepts
and strategies I discuss are ones that have been successfully employed in my own
studio and actually work in the real world. And shortly after the workshop’s completion you will receive via email
a detailed workflow specifically designed with your needs in mind.
4 hours $425
Scanning 101
16 bit vs. 8 bit...hardware vs. software corrections...optical
vs. interpolated resolution... CCD vs. drum scans. The precision,
wide dynamic range, and low prices of desktop scanners have
given photographers a wealth of choices. Learn how to produce
the highest quality files possible from your equipment. I'll
guide you through the various hardware and software options
that play crucial roles in the amount and quality of information
captured from your film. You'll learn how to evaluate scanned
images and recognize issues that will affect print output.
We'll discuss the roles of scanner and monitor calibration
in developing a more consistent digital workflow.
4 hours $425 sample handout
Adobe Photoshop in Black and White
Designed for both professional and advanced amateur photographers,
the aim is to incorporate Photoshop as a replacement for
traditional darkroom post-exposure manipulation. Learn to
combine Zone System methodology and aesthetics with the
precision, flexibility and consistency of a digital workflow.
I'll introduce and demonstrate tools and techniques in Photoshop
for both global and selective image modification. You'll
have the immediate opportunity to apply these skills in
a supervised editing session working your own image. The
workshop culminates with production of a fine print up to
20 x 24 using archival inks and paper.
8 hours $850 sample handout
Darkroom to Digital
This workshop is designed for photographers migrating from
the chemical darkroom to digital tools and processes. We'll
explore the ways a Zone System methodology and aesthetic
can translate to a digital workflow and incorporate Adobe
Photoshop™ as a replacement for traditional darkroom
post-exposure manipulation. While the equipment and terminology
may seem quite new, our goal in working digitally will be
refreshingly familiar. To produce exhibition-quality prints
that express your photographic vision. You will leave with
a drum scan of your film and a print up to 20 x 24 using
archival inks and paper.
8 hours $850 sample handout
The Fine Art Digital Print
This course is designed for professional photographers looking
to invest in digital output equipment to produce archival
exhibition-quality b/w prints. I'll discuss current trends
in digital print making technology with an emphasis on the
various hardware and software options, media and ink compatibilities,
and print studio setup. I'll also explore monitor calibration,
media profiling, printer maintenance and limited edition printing.
You will emerge from the workshop with a practical knowledge
of the technology underlying image capture and output, along
with the ability to target specific hardware/software combinations
to best fit your current and future needs.
6 hours $625 sample handout
On-Site Consulting
Are you have trouble getting specific pieces of your digital darkroom to work the way they should? If you're in the NYC area you can book an appointment for me to come to your home or studio. I'll answer questions, troubleshoot color management issues and help you make the most of your investment in equipment you already own.
$150 per hour
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