Previous Viewpoint Workshops

Introduction to Lightroom, with emphasis on the Library Module

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Viewpoint Summer Movie Series #1

CHASED BY THE LIGHT: A Photographic Journey with Jim Brandenburg
60 Minutes

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Expanding your Creativity with Time and Motion Techniques

Today’s outdoor photographer has many options for expanding creativity beyond that of a simple exposure.

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Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park and North Bloomfield Ghost Town

After two years working with the rangers and park association at Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park / North Bloomfield, Jo Ann & George Aiello are bringing this exciting and rare workshop to Viewpoint.

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Mounting, Matting, and Framing Photographs, with Gene Kennedy

The Photograph + the Mat + the Frame = An introduction to the presentation of photographs through matting and framing.

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On1 Photo Raw Artistry Part 2: Beyond the Basics

This workshop is Part 2 in Viewpoint's new and innovative "On1 Photo Raw Artistry Workshop Series". You do not need to have attended Part 1. In this workshop we will cover all of the amazing features of On1 Photo Raw 2018 in detail, but with a focus on achieving your personal artistic vision. In addition, attendees will be registered in the upcoming online version containing videos, more examples, and instructor follow-up.

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Light, Composition and Color: How to Best Improve Your Outdoor Images

Learn how Lewis Kemper—a well-known nature photographer—applies the techniques of light, composition, and color to make his images (and ultimately your images) unique and recognizable.

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Introduction to Drone Photography

The workshop includes a morning classroom session and shooting actual images and footage in the afternoon.

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SHARPER FOCUS SERIES WORKSHOP: Portfolio Review

Part Two of: A Hands-On Approach from a Publisher's Perspective with Michael Itkoff of Daylight Books.

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SHARPER FOCUS SERIES LECTURE: Portfolio Publishing

Part One of: A Hands-On Approach from a Publisher's Perspective with Michael Itkoff of Daylight Books.

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Introduction to Night Photography

This workshop is for people who would like to learn how to make proper exposures (either film or digital) after dark, both by the light of the moon and by existing artificial light.

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Studio Lighting: Hands-On Approach

Join David L. Robertson and Dennis McCoy to learn the secrets of portrait lighting and working with models.

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A History of Night Photography

Tim Baskerville, Director of The Nocturnes, brings new light on some of the seldom seen innovators/pioneers of the genre—as well as current practitioners of Night Photography in the digital era.

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iPhoneography - Tips and Tricks

Learn to use the camera that is always with you! William "Bill" Miller will introduce you to the challenges and opportunities of capturing and using images on your photo capable cell phone.

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Digital Fine Art Printing

By the end of this workshop, you should be comfortable in printing your own images and understanding why certain choices need to be made in order to have the image on your monitor match the print.

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Nature Photography Workshop: Effie Yeaw Nature Center and Nature Study Area

Join internationally recognized nature photographer, Lewis Kemper, for this two-part Nature Photography Workshop at the beautiful Effie Yeaw Nature Center and Nature Study Area. The Effie Yeaw Nature Center is a 100-acre nature preserve featuring interpretive trails that meander through the riparian woodlands along the American River. Besides beautiful views of the river and oak forest, we will have the opportunity to photograph deer, coyotes, raptors, waterfowl and wild turkeys.

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Creating Realistic HDR Images

Lewis Kemper presents a workshop illustrating the various and exciting ways for you to utilize High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography.

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Introduction to Macro Photography

Discover tips, techniques and equipment used for successful macro photography and then practice your newfound skills in class.

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Henry Paine's Unique Digital B&W Printmaking Techniques

This workshop will demonstrate Henry Paine’s methods of producing black and white images using only Adobe Camera Raw and Photoshop.

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Processing Images in Lightroom Classic

This workshop will discuss all of the tools available in the Develop module of Lightroom Classic to improve the original digital capture.

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Time-Lapse Photography

This soup-to-nuts full-day workshop will cover everything required to get you started making time-lapse photographs. In addition to the classroom portion, you will photograph your own traffic time-lapse and create your own time-lapse video by the end of the day.

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In-Field Delta Bird Photography - Tour Group 1 - February 10, 2018

Join Bill Miller on a guided and chauffeured tour of his favorite bird photography locations in the Delta.

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Introduction to Street Photography

Learn the nuances of Street Photography with John Hernandez.

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On1 Photo Raw Artistry Series - Part 1

This workshop is Part 1 in Viewpoint's new and innovative "On1 Photo Raw Artistry Workshop Series". We will cover all of the amazing features of On1 Photo Raw 2018, but with a focus on achieving your personal artistic vision. In addition, attendees will be registered in the online version containing videos, more examples, and instructor follow-up. You will also receive a special 20% discount to Part 2 of the series.

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Introduction to Bird Photography

William "Bill" Miller will introduce you to the challenges and opportunities of photographing birds in their natural settings, as well as provide a critique of your bird photography results.

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