This seminar is dedicated to help you photograph shorebirds like never before! Learn how to make your subject powerful in the frame. From perspective to equipment care, this seminar will change your bird photography.
Topics covered in this seminar:
o The perfect approaching technique
o How to handle your equipment from the elements of nature
o Perspective
o When low is too low
o Keeping your horizon straight and much more
Admission Price:
$40.00 - Click here to buy admission!
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PROGRAM # 3 - April 24, 2010
WHEN:
Saturday April 24, 2010
Staring Time: 4:00 PM - Eastern Time
Ending Time: 8:00 PM - Eastern Time
WHERE:
St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park - 999 Anastasia Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080 - MAP IT
Program Description and Details:
Bird Photography Seminar and Field Workshop
Details:
Join award winner bird photographer Maxis Gamez for a one hour classroom seminar and three hours in the field in the St. Augustine Alligator Farm’s Rookery! During the one hour seminar, Maxis will explain and help you understand the following topics:
o How to set your camera to work for you
o How to read your histogram for the perfect exposure
o Fill flash – The easy way
o Key elements for the perfect background
o Subject isolation and much more
Immediately after the seminar, we’ll gather for a three hours in the rookery. This will be your playground to practice and review everything learned during the classroom seminar. Maxis will be on hand to answer all your questions to help you capture your best bird pictures!
Admission Price:
$75.00 - Click here to buy admission!
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PROGRAM # 4 - April 25, 2010
WHEN:
Sunday April 25, 2010
Staring Time: 9:00 AM - Eastern Time
Ending Time: 10:30 AM - Eastern Time
WHERE:
Whitney Lab Center for Marine Studies, 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080 - MAP IT
Program Description and Details:
Learn How to Use Quick Mask to Edit Your Images
Details:
Join award winning bird photographer Maxis Gamez for a one of a kind Photoshop seminar. Do you want to take your editing skills to the next level? Do you want to learn how to manipulate your images with great control? Learn the key elements to Quick Mask and take your master piece to the next level. This easy to follow Photoshop seminar is designed for all levels and will focus on:
o Curves and Quick Mask
o Levels and Quick Mask
o Hue/Saturation and Quick Mask
o Removing distracting elements from your images using Quick Mask
o Adding positive elements to your images using Quick Mask
o Extending your background/canvas using Quick Mask
o Editing parts of your subject using Quick Mask
Admission Price:
$40.00 - Click here to buy admission!
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PROGRAM # 5 - April 25, 2010
WHEN:
Sunday April 25, 2010
Staring Time: 12:30 PM - Eastern Time
Ending Time: 2:00 PM - Eastern Time
WHERE:
Whitney Lab Center for Marine Studies - 9505 Ocean Shore Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080 - MAP IT
Program Description and Details:
How to Successfully Photograph Birds in Flight Classroom Seminar
Are you having a difficult time photographing birds in flight? Are you looking for a different technique that can help you improve your chances of photographing birds in flight? Learn step by step how I successfully photograph birds in flight. This hands-on equipment seminar is all about panning and how to manage your focusing system using a very unique technique.
o Long lens panning technique using your tripod
o Handheld panning techniques
o Learn how to manage your focusing system to work for you
o No more birds in flight frustrations!
Admission Price:
$40.00 - Click here to buy admission!
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BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY SEMINARS TESTIMONIALS:
"Maxis,
Absolutely Amazing! What was supposed to be an indoor seminar at Corkscrew Sanctuary turned into a hands-on, in-the-field workshop. The one-on-one time you spent with me at Estero Lagoon has me "viewing things in a different light". I've talked so much about the experience - how much you showed me in such a short time, and about your work shops that, as you already know, my girlfriend surprised me with the Gatorland Workshop for my birthday. I can't wait to see what experiences/knowledge come out of it. Thanks again for everything and can't wait for Gatorland.
Vinny Abbatiello"
Hello Maxis,
I've had my Sony DSLR for 2 years now and have been trying to improve my skills. The Estero experience was absolutely awesome for me. I will always remember your tips on how to shoot in manual and get the most from your camera. Being able to actually shoot with a group and get your feedback as we worked was a huge help. I think watching the histogram and the angle of the sun are really going to improve my photos. I went out and bought a Nikon D90 just recently and a 70-300mm lens. I know I have so much to learn, but the challenge is part of the experience.
When you get a great photo, it’s all worth it. I’ll definitely take some inspiration from your website photos. Thanks again for that great day! It is one experience I won’t forget.
Jenni"
"Hi Maxis,
I would like to let you know how much I appreciated attending the Weedon Island Preserve Seminar, September 12Th in St. Petersburg. Although the severe rainy weather likely kept a number of people from attending The Birds in Flight & Panning Workshop, those who chose not
to attend missed a wonderful informative photography program.
As a first-time participant to one of your seminars, I wasn't sure what to
expect. It was nice that you started with the basics and continued in a clear, concise way of explaining techniques. Not only was the topic thoroughly covered, but you answered questions during the session and
encouraged additional questions at the end. I especially liked the way you answered a question and then return quickly back to where you left
off in your lecture.
Your willingness to bring your own camera, lens and accessories and demonstrate how you use them provided a more informative learning style
for me. Encouraging us to bring our own equipment gave us a forum to compare some different examples. Beginners or seasoned bird photographers should have come away from this
seminar with helpful skills and information. I know I did!
One suggestion for the future would be that everyone leave with something in their hands from the seminar. The CD is a nice review aide and maybe should be considered in the price of the Class.
Sue Sanborn"
"Hi Maxis,
Thanks again for the seminar. It is great to meet someone who is self taught and can pass along the knowledge that you have gained through your time and effort in an easy to understand manner. The important thing you demonstrate is that your methods work as proven by the gorgeous image gallery that you display.
You present the material in such a way that I believe everyone is comfortable regardless of their skill level and you encourage questions without regards to "watching the clock." I believe that I was in the minority shooting Nikon but your familiarity with their equipment and systems allows me to gain even though you use Canon. I look forward to your next workshop!
Best Regards,
Michael A. Decker"
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