Join local Vancouver Master Retoucher and Photoshop Expert Steve Pinter and Master Fashion and Creative Lighting Expert Wayne Hoecherl for this weekend workshop that is all about how to shoot while keeping an effective Photoshop workflow in mind.

We'll discuss shooting considerations to achieve a look, what is easy in Photoshop what is not, things to get right at the shoot, what to leave to post.

Taking one image and taking it down several paths to show the possibilities.

Participants will shoot a series of images under the guidance of Wayne Hoecherl, and then those images will be put through Photoshop by Steve Pinter.

Smoothing skin while keeping detail, emphasizing/de-emphasizing features, sculpting light after the shoot, standard enhancements (eyes, teeth, wrinkles, blemishes, etc).

Treatments, developing adjustment sets to reuse on other images.

There will be time for hands-on work during class and we'll make sure to answer all your questions as well.

Come and join us for an intensive weekend workshop.

You'll be surprised how much you will learn in just one weekend!

Participants may use PC or Mac based Laptops.

You can use Photoshop CS3, CS4 or the new CS5 version.

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Here are some sample images, showing how the look and feel of an image can be changed by using appropriate Photoshop techniques:

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*Please Note: Participants need to bring a computer (Mac or PC, Laptop or Desktop) loaded with Adobe Photoshop CS3/CS4 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.*

Steve Pinter:

 

Steve Pinter is the owner of Pinter Creative Studio.

Pinter Creative Studio provides concept to delivery pre-production planning, on-set consultation and post-production creative retouching services to photographers, advertising agencies, design firms, and corporate clients.

Over the past eighteen years Steve has executed some of the most award-winning, photo-based print advertising in Canada, appearing at: the Marketing Awards, the Extras, the Lotus Awards, Cannes, One Show, D&AD, the Clios, in Applied Arts, Communication Arts and Lürzer’s Archive, among others.

Check out Steve's website to see samples of his incredible work.

 

Wayne Hoecherl:

Wayne Hoecherl is well known for his edgy and distinctive style.

He is a local commercial photographer, shooting mostly for fashion, editorial and the music industry. His distinctive style is eye-catching and often moody, which is a direct result of his film choices coupled with techniques such as cross processing and digital manipulation.

He is a true master when it comes to lighting, and has worked with many international photographers both in Vancouver and in the international markets.

Check out Wayne's website to see samples of his incredible work.

Level:

Beginner/General Interest. Basic photography knowledge recommended.

Enrollment:

Maximum 14 participants.

Equipment Needed:

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

We Provide:

Handouts
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.

CAPIC & PPABC Members:

A 5% discount is available to CAPIC and PPABC members when registering online. Please be prepared to show your membership cards on the first day of your workshop.

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.

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 $25 applies to all refunds

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The Shooting with Photoshop in Mind Workshop is taught by the following instructor:

Steve Pinter

Please click above to see Steve's website. Thank you.