© David X. Tejada

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Knowing how to use artificial light creatively on location is an essential skill for most photographers. Similarly, lightweight and compact travel is also a necessity. David’s hands-on workshop is designed to address these challenges, as participants discover how to use small speedlights, or small strobes, to produce big results.

We learn to effectively control the light quality, direction, and shape from speedlights by incorporating soft boxes, grids, snoots, reflectors, color gels, and bounce techniques, for more professional results. Participants explore which lighting techniques are best suited to a particular subject and scene. Other topics covered include grip equipment for proper rigging, and packing and preparing for location assignments.

Mornings are devoted to lectures, demonstrations, and critiques; the remainder of the day is spent practicing lighting techniques in the classroom and on location around Santa Fe. Participants leave this workshop with confidence in their new lighting skills and with a strong foundation for developing their own lighting techniques and style.

Instructor(s)

David X. Tejada is one of the most highly regarded location photographers, recognized for his dramatic and innovative techniques and graphic style. He has specialized in location work for corporate annual reports for 27 years, and has traveled around the world on assignment for clients such as Fluor Engineering, Newmont Mining, Barrick Gold, Washington Group, CH2M Hill, Anadarko Energy, and Chevron Energy. David’s work has been featured in Photo District News and Shutterbug. This is his second year teaching at the Workshops. His Web site address is www.tejadaphoto.com.

Who Should Attend:
Advanced Amateurs and Professionals

What You Should Know:
Working knowledge of digital workflow, manual mode on your digital SLR camera, and a basic understanding of your flash

Portfolio Required:
Please see the General Information section for your portfolio submission of artificially lit portraits

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: $1,075.00
Model and Location Fee: $130.00