Outdoor Informal Portraiture (Beginner Level) April 18, 2009

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Getting a natural, relaxed image in posed pictures of friends and family is art, not science. It takes a number of ingredients, particularly mastering the science portion of photography so you, the photographer, can be natural and relaxed. This photo safari, taught by professional portrait photographer Bob Blanken, will use the wonderful settings available at Brookside Gardens in Wheaton MD for an instructional beginner-level workshop that will have you:

Controlling exposure with fill flash and reflectors
Learning how to select a background
Using shade to your advantage
Posing individuals, couples and groups with confidence
Using the sun as a main, fill or accent light
Composing your photograph like a pro
Having fun

Bob Blanken is past president of The Professional Photographers Society of Greater Washington and the Maryland Professional Photographers Association. His photographs and albums have won numerous awards. He is VP of Education for the Greater Washington, DC Chapter of International Special Events Society. (required for admission to Advanced Level Outdoor Portraiture Safari)

Organized by Washington Photo Safari
Washington Photo Safari uses the beautiful landmarks of the nation's capital to provide multilingual instruction in landmark and travel photography. If you love taking pictures and want to learn how to take better pictures, the Washington Photo Safari is for you!

4545 Connecticut Ave. NW #620
Washington, DC 20008
Toll Free - 1-877-512-5969
Local Phone - 1-202-537-0937
Fax - 1-815-333-0233
E-mail: info@washingtonphotosafari.com

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Ticket Info:  per person, $101.48

Official Website: http://outdoorportrait-b-apr09-upcoming.eventbrite.com