| Los Angeles: Beginner
by Dan Wheeler Chuck, I wanted to introduce myself and tell you that I am looking forward to the Beginning Photo Class on 6/21/08. I bought a Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ18 camera about 4 months ago and have really started to get more interested in photography. I am at a stage where I want to learn more of the "basics" to see how I can improve on my photos. I generally like to take portrait, travel, animal, or nature type photos.....See you on June 21 st!!
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| New York: Beginner
by Gerold Wunderlick I found my way over to DUMBO, Brooklyn last evening to take the Beginner course with Andre. It is, of course an eye-opener. Even the simplest point and shoot are incredibly complex, and it is so much better to sit down with someone who really knows photography as opposed to fighting ones way through the manual which simply notes each symbol, and a brief explanation as to what these mean but not in the real world. Thanks again for bringing this to my attention.> Read More |
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| Washington DC: Beginner
by Kumi Anzalone I signed up for Bob Blanken Photography’s introductory class just before I left on a trip to Switzerland and Istanbul. I was determined to get some great pictures on my vacation so I desperately needed a quick tutorial before I left. Each of us in the class had varying skill levels and each of us had a different type of camera, but Bob was able to instruct us so that we all went away with the information we needed. I had a great time experimenting with my new camera on my trip and felt much more comfortable using it in various settings. When I returned and sent pictures out to family & friends, one of my friends asked ‘Did you get a new camera? These pictures are MUCH better than what you usually send!’> Read More |
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| Orlando: Advanced
by Merle Harris Dear Milton, I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the classes. I learned a lot and I hope to put it into practice as I take my photos. Your vast knowledge and experience comes through in your instructions. I also appreciated your kindnesses, courtesies, and professionalism. Yours is a course I can, without reservations, recommend to my friends. I will continue to use, explore, and learn from your website. You are truly a gifted photographer and instructor.> Read More |
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| Orlando: Intermediate
by Alice Shull I really enjoyed last night. I learned some new things and it was also a good review. Hopefully I will join you again for another class. Thanks again> Read More |
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| San Francisco: Advanced
by Susan Parish Thank you very much for a great class. It was extremely valuable for me...resonating throughout yesterday and this morning.
I have a question. In thinking about depth of field and the photos I have been taking (prior to the class) I realized that I was keeping more in many of the pictures because of composition and structure. I enjoy the push and pull of forces both negative and positive in the photo beyond subject matter, this coming from my painting/design background BUT, I try to not subjugate the subject to the structure because I don't want the coldness that comes from too much attention to structure. This is different than finding a point of attention focus as would be the case using depth of field. So, with individual portraits, verses group, I get in really tight so there is nothing but identity and the environment is non existent. Any thoughts to introduce a beam sunlight?> Read More |
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| Denver: Advanced
by Jim Wolfe I first want to thank you, Russ, for an outstanding workshop, I learned something of importance in every area of the session. Thanks again for the extra time up front at 7:00am and again at 5:30. Your effortless teaching style makes learning and asking questions very comfortable. I just loaded Adobe CS3 and am going to be working on the 2 photos you requested.> Read More |
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| Denver: Advanced
by Tom Tenenbaum Wow- I learned a lot from you, Russ! And, know how much more I need to learn. Thank you for an excellent workshop. The combination of field and class time worked very well. You are a gifted teacher- very effective making us think about answers, rather than telling us. I now look at photos as you suggested- and try to determine how was that shot?> Read More |
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 | Orlando: Intermediate
by Andrew Li I attended a photography workshop with Milton Heiberg up in Orlando, he was a very nice and technical. The workshop primarily focused on understanding how settings on your camera works, composition and Photoshop post-processing. We had a hour long photo-shoot and a critique at the end. It was a lot of fun and very educational. I would highly recommend this particular course to anyone to just bought a DSLR, or if you've owned a SLR, and need a refresher. I am anticipating to attend the advanced class later on in the year.> Read More |
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 | Cleveland: Intermediate
by Harold Kaiman Hi Alex, I enjoyed your Intermediate photo workshop very much. I received a great deal to think about as well as inspiration to develop more skills with Photoshop (I recently got access to the CS2 version).> Read More |
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| Philadelphia: Intermediate
by Gregory Finch I really enjoyed the class, it was the first time I've ever had any formal instruction in photography. I was a little apprehensive about the class because of this but you made it very comfortable. Thanks for the great experience.> Read More |
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| Williamsburg, VA: Camera Club Weekend
by Andor Czompo Just a note to tell you how much I enjoyed the beginning and intermediate classes you taught on Saturday for the Ford's Colony Photography Club. I had signed up for the beginning class because I had a point and shoot camera. My husband was going to take the intermediate class with a Nikon D40 SLR camera (new to me, but I have used Nikon film cameras previously). Because of the "what to bring" list on the confirmation receipt, he noticed that he was supposed to bring a laptop. He is a bit computer challenged, even though he is becoming more comfortable with our imac. The only laptop we have is a PC, and he won't touch it with a ten foot pole!!!! So I took the intermediate class instead of him. I learned a lot about the camera and digital photography from your talks. Anyway, I wasn't sure what to expect and found the whole experience informative and pleasant. I hope that the Photography Club will schedule additional workshops in the future, and that our paths will cross again.> Read More |
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 | Williamsburg, VA: Camera Club Weekend
by Len Taubman I want to thank you on behalf of the Fords Colony Photography Club for the weekend Workshop held here in Williamsburg, VA this Saturday and Sunday. Dana Bowden did an outstanding job and gave 110% effort to train all of our attendees. Again, thank you very much for having the foresight to see the advantages of this type of a venue for your workshop series.> Read More |
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| Joel Class
by elfie benz Hi Teresa -- I am so pleased that you had a good experience and that you learned what you needed to start shooting more pictures. Looking forward to seeing you in one of the Advanced classes -- they really are a lot of fun.> Read More |
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| Atlanta: Intermediate
by TERESA KNIGHT Just wanted you to know that I really enjoyed the 2 classes yesterday! I learned a great deal about my camera and I’m not “afraid” of it anymore. I’m sure I’ll see you in the advanced class once I familiarize myself more with what you taught us yesterday. Thanks so much> Read More |
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| Denver: Advanced
by Tim Visser That looks very good Russ. I have a few pictures where I would like to create a canvas to create room for a few of mine....I will have to try that technique. Appreciate the before and after and the steps you took.> Read More |
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| Los Angeles: Advanced
by Mark Coen I feel that with what you showed us, and our understanding of photography, that your class was beneficial in many areas that we thought we already knew. Everyone at any level of photography can benefit from taking a class from your group. Again it was our pleasure being in your class and we look forward to expanding our horizons. I will highly recommend your company to anyone who asks about how to become a better photographer in whatever venue they seek. Thank You> Read More |
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| New York: Intermediate
by Gregory Laub I wanted to say THANK YOU for a GREAT class. I've been to Nikon's Nikon School Intro to Digital photography and a few other classes. Your class last night was WAY BETTER, and MUCH more interesting. THANKS AGAIN!> Read More |
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| New York: Intermediate
by Michael Whitman Andre, Thanks for the great class! I picked up a number of things that had been bugging me. Your photos and discussion on them was easily worth the price of admission. Thanks again!> Read More |
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| Seattle: Intermediate
by Elizabeth DeMatteo Thank you for the information. The class was fantastic. I am definitely interested in taking more classes and improving my photography.> Read More |
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