This one-of-a-kind workshop will teach you how to make stunning black and white images from your original color RAW files.

This highly anticipated workshop is geared specifically for long exposure photographers, and it is a great next step for those who have completed Marc's Long Exposure Workshop previously.

Don't have any long exposure experience? If you shoot landscapes, or cityscapes, then this workshop is for you also as the techniques discussed will be fully applicable.

This workshop is about how to make Photoshop an essential part of your workflow. With its help, you can overcome common digital camera limitations, such as limited dynamic range.

You can extend perspective and gain resolution without buying additional lenses or a newer camera with more megapixel.

You can convert from color to black and white while maintaining utmost control and achieve results that far exceed what possible with in-camera techniques only. Finally, you can combine elements from several images, i.e. skies with clouds, and combine them into one photograph.

We will be using the following software, all of which is available as FREE trial versions so you can download it even if you don't own it:

• Adobe Photoshop /Lightroom
• Autopano Pro Panoramic Software
• NIK Multimedia SilverFX Pro 2

Topics covered during this Workshop will include:

• Using Layers for non-destructive image editing
• Using Masks to blends elements and apply selective adjustments
• Photoshop black and white conversion methods
• SilverFX Pro 2 for b/w conversions (simple and advanced workflows + smart objects)
• Blending several exposures using Photoshop (aka manual HDR processing)
• Combining elements from several images into one single photograph (aka compositing)
• Advanced Burning and Dodging techiques for black and white
• Panoramic imaging using Photoshop and Autopano Pro Software
• Content Aware Resize to fine-tune your compositions in Photoshop
• Sharpening techniques
  
• And much, much more
• There will be lots of time to discuss your questions

Please note: For demonstration purposes, Marc Koegel will share several of his original photographs, and how he processed them step-by-step.

This is rare glimpse into Marc's archives, and into how he achieved his award winning imagery.

Camera techniques may also be discussed as they relate to the post-production techniques discussed.

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Participants may use PC or Mac based Laptops. Please bring your own laptop.

If you do NOT have your own computer to bring, you can rent one from VPW. This option will be available during the online registration process.

You can use Photoshop CS3, CS4, CS5 or the new CS6/Creative Cloud version. Please note that if you're planning to use an older version of Photoshop it is recommended to download a trial of teh current CS6/ Creative Cloud version as a few techniques presented will only work on the newer versions (i.e. content aware resize, smart objects, etc)

*Please Note: Participants need to bring a computer (Mac or PC, Laptop or Desktop) loaded with Adobe Photoshop CS3/CS4/CS5/CS6 Software. You can download a 30 day trial for free at www.adobe.com. It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version, so please check what you are currently using.*

 

Images above: From original colour RAW to final B+W version

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Images above: Combining over- and under-exposure to extend dynamic range in final photograph

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Images above: Replacing the sky, moving it to fit, and final colour to black and white conversion

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Images above: Merging a Panoramic image from 3 seperate long exposure captures

Level:

Beginner/Intermediate/Professional.

Enrollment:

Maximum 14 participants.

Equipment Needed:

Laptop or Desktop Computer with Photoshop CS3/CS4/CS5/CS6 software installed.

We Provide:

Workshop description as provided above.

Early-Bird Discount:

Most of our courses and workshops offer a 10% discount is applied automatically if you register before the Early-Bird Discount deadline date listed in the registration table below.

Some courses and workshops offer a discount if you're among the first 3 people who register. This discount will replace the 'standard' Early Bird Discount mentioned above, and will be applied automatically during the online registration process (as long as it is available). Check the course/workshop listing page for more details.

Group Discount:

A 5% discount will be appplied if 3 or more people register at the same time for the same workshop. (All 3 tuitions must be paid for by one credit card to be considered a group registration.) Please follow the instructions on the online registration page.

In order to provide the best learning environment possible VPW keeps class and tour sizes limited to 10-15 people (depending on the workshop). This is but one reason that we count on you to attend your chosen class or tour, once you have registered for it.

If you must withdraw for any reason please be aware of our refund policy as follows:

For our Local Lectures, Seminars, and Workshops valued at or under $100, VPW is unable to provide a cash refund. Transfers are limited to one transfer to either the same event at a later date, or a different event of equal value. VPW requires 48 hours written notice in order to make such a transfer (email notice is acceptable). The event you are transferring to must occur within 6 months of the original event you registered for. A $15 fee will be applied to all transfers.

For our Local Workshops, 1 to 5 days in length and our Local 4 to 10 Week Courses, VPW requires 30 days written notice (before the event start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. (Email notice is acceptable.)

For our Master Photographer Series workshops, 1 to 5 days in length, VPW requires 60 days written notice (before the workshop start date) of your withdrawal in order to provide a refund. VPW may retain 15% of fees paid or $150 minimum in processing your refund. If the tuition is less than $500 the minimum fee drops to $75.

Within 45 days of the Master Photographer Series workshop date all fees paid are non-refundable.

For our Photo Tours (national and international), the following charges will apply:

• If you cancel up to 3 months before the tour start date and we can fill your space, your reservation (or deposit) fee will be refunded
• There is no additional cancellation fee up to 8 weeks before the start of your tour
• From 8 weeks to 4 weeks before the tour: 25% of your balance
• From 4 weeks to 1 week before the tour: 50% of your balance
• From 1 week to 72 hours before the tour: 75% of your balance
• If you cancel within 72 hours of the start of the trip, no refund can be paid
• Transaction charges incurred on accepting and refunding payments will be deducted from the refund amount
• In the (unlikely) event that we cancel the Photo Tour, all monies paid will be refunded in full

We highly recommend that you take out travel insurance to guard yourself against monies lost due to unavoidable cancellation by either party.

Transfers (for all events over $100): If you wish to transfer to a different workshop date, VPW requires a minimum of 30 days written (email) notice. All transfers are based on availaibility, and subject to approval by VPW staff. For courses/workshops with tuition above $101, the transfer fee is $35.

Transfer Fees as based on event pricing:
Tuition of $100 and below, the transfer fee is $15
Tuition of $101 and above, the transfer fee is $35

VPW can give no refunds:

If you registered for any event valued at or under $100
If you do not show up for your registered course.
If you register for a course beyond or below your skill or ability level.

Refunds for all events valued at $101 and above (excluding Master Series Workshops):
If a student wishes to cancel their registration for any of VPW's events, and has provided written notice within the appropriate timeframe, a refund less a $50 administration fee will be provided.

Course Cancellation:

Occasionally, we may have to cancel a course due to low enrollment. In this case, we will issue a full refund of all monies paid to VPW up to that time.

Instructor Replacement:

In the event that a listed instructor is unable to participate because of a change in his or her professional schedule, we will replace the instructor with someone of equal or similar credentials. If we cannot find a replacement in due time before the course is about to start, a particular class may have to be rescheduled.

Liability

In the event that we cancel your course, for any reason, the extent of VPW's liability is limited to the return of all monies paid. We will do everything we can to register you in another equivalent course. VPW will not be responsible for reimbursement of travel expenses of any kind.

Please note: An administration charge of $50 applies to all refunds

Read complete refund and liability policy

This Workshop is taught by the following instructor:

 

 

See Marc's work by visiting his website here!

Please choose your workshop date from the registration table below.