© Derrick Story

Digital cameras offer many advantages over their film predecessors, including instant feedback, convenient storage on large-capacity memory cards, and new components such as movie capture and panoramas. Although taking pictures digitally may be easier, processing them can be arduous and time-consuming. Fortunately, the latest versions of Adobe Camera Raw, Bridge, and Lightroom can make post-production as enjoyable as capturing the images in the first place.

We begin by exploring the intricacies of Camera Raw, Bridge, and Lightroom. Then we practice building our own workflows with these tools. By the end of the week, participants have acquired a step-by-step process for uploading, rating, keywording, processing, outputting, and archiving their photographs. The primary focus is the post-production workflow using the tools that are included with Photoshop and Lightroom, and not image editing. With Derrick’s guidance, we learn how to take the “work” out of “workflow,” transforming these tasks into a rewarding, enjoyable part of the creative process.

Instructor(s)

Derrick Story is a professional photographer, writer, and instructor. His photo articles are a regular feature in Macworld magazine, and his books include The Digital Photography Companion, The Photoshop CS4 Companion for Photographers, and the popular series iPhoto: The Missing Manual, with David Pogue. In addition to his work as digital media evangelist for O’Reilly Media, Derrick teaches at PDN PhotoPlus Expo, PMA Las Vegas, Macworld Expo, Santa Rosa Junior College, and numerous other venues. This is his second year teaching for the Workshops. His web site is www.thedigitalstory.com.

Who Should Attend:
Enthusiasts and Advanced Amateurs

What You Should Know
Working knowledge of the computer and digital capture

Special Notes
Computer workstations are provided in the digital lab

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: $985.00