© Marcia Reifman

Now that you are familiar with your digital camera and understand the basics of how it works, it is time to explore how this exciting medium can be used to express your personal vision more precisely. This workshop focuses on investigating what inspires us to stop and make a photograph, and using that information to make images of what we truly see and feel.

The great advantage of a digital camera is the instantaneous feedback it provides, which allows us to view what the camera sees at the moment of conception and to explore the camera’s features and settings right in the field. We learn to use advanced features including custom white balance, exposure compensation, custom settings, flash, histograms, color and contrast adjustments, Raw format, and managing photographic files. At the same time, Marcia helps us see how this technology can support our personal vision rather than get in its way.

The week includes learning advanced features of the camera, photographing the magnificent landscapes of northern New Mexico, exploring the art and technique of photographing people, exercises to stretch the imagination, demonstrations of post-camera techniques, reviewing participant images, learning the best ways to store, edit, and print photographs, and one-on-one sessions with Marcia. Participants leave with an enhanced knowledge, self-confidence, and passion for photography, helping them to continue their personal photographic journey.

Instructor(s)

Marcia Reifman brings experience, passion, and inspiration to the art of photography. She received a master’s degree in photography and education while studying with Jerry Uelsmann at the University of Florida. She has served as house manager for Photo Santa Fe, Photo LA, Photo San Francisco, and Photo New York. Marcia authored the book Welcome to Digital Photography and coauthored Welcome to Photoshop Elements.

With over 25 years of experience, Marcia divides her time between teaching, writing, fine-art photography, and exhibiting her work throughout the U.S. She has presented workshops in photography and spirituality, hand coloring, digital imaging, and alternative processes in locations such as Los Angeles, Tucson, and Ghost Ranch, New Mexico. She heads the digital imaging program at the Santa Fe Community College where she has been honored twice with the Teacher Excellence Award. This is Marcia’s 11th year teaching at the Workshops.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is for photographers with a solid background in using their digital camera or alumni of “Beginning Photography with Digital Cameras“ or “Digital Photography: The First Step“ workshops. A portfolio is not required for admission.

Accommodations Available:
On-campus housing available. Click here for pricing information and suggestions for off-campus housing.

Meals:
Meal plan required
Breakfast available

Tuition & Fees:
Tuition: $975.00
Location and Materials Fee: $45.00