Member Classes
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Route 66 Tour and Workshop
August 10, 2019 - August 11, 2019
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
| “Get your kicks on Route 66…”
Take a tour of the iconic highway and its unique and colorful roadside attractions, and learn from one of the best photographers around in this very special two-day event! Included in this workshop/tour is guiding and instruction by Greg Disch. Greg will be available throughout the workshop to assist you to get the best photos, whether by learning a new technique or just working on improving composition. Also included is one nights lodging based on double occupancy. Travel will be by carpooling. A custom guidebook written by Greg, of the locations and route during the trip, which will include historical information about what we are photographing will be given to each participant before departing. REGISTRATION IS LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS. This is an adventure to not only guide you to the best photo locations and opportunities, but also to teach you to shoot better images by learning to visualize before taking the shot and think more about the image than the camera settings. We will eat in classic Route 66 restaurants when possible to get the full Route 66 experience Note: it is recommended to bring some cash, as some restaurants and shops may not take credit cards Itinerary (subject to change) Saturday August 10 Sunday August 11 |
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June 22, 2019
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wildflower Photography and Native Plants
When: Saturday, June 22, 5 PM
Where: Hobbs State Park Visitor Center
20201 East Hwy. 12
Rogers, AR 72756
Interested in wildflower photography using any camera available? If so, then this class may be helpful as you seek to improve the quality of your wildflower and flora photos.
Joan Reynolds from the Ozark Chapter of the Arkansas Native Plant Society will be leading the program off with a presentation and discussion on spending time in the field to learn more about native plants, including discussion of non-native plants and habitat restoration.
In the second hour, equipment and techniques will all be discussed to help you achieve the desired artistic vision for your photography. The class will feature nature photographer Tim Johnson from the Photographic Society of NWA as your instructor. After the indoor presentation, if the weather is cooperative, we’ll use the grounds and wildflower beds around the Hobbs Visitor center for some hands-on practice and demonstration. Remember to bring a camera, any type will do, and a tripod if you have one.
Class – Photographing Fireworks
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Fireworks class
June 20, 2019
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Want to know how to get those streaks of fireworks? Eager to photograph special July 4 events? This class will provide insight on how to photograph fireworks, from huge displays to at-home celebrations. This class accompanies the PSNWA Fireworks Shoot at Arvest Ballpark on Friday, June 21, but can be taken separately as well. Instructor Melissa L. Jones will offer suggestions on equipment, settings and general know-how for fireworks photography. For those planning to attend the shoot the next night, she’ll provide special insight into the home of the Northwest Arkansas Naturals, including the best places in the ballpark to shoot (when you’re not attending as a PSNWA member with a special pass) and the best times to get the best shows.
The class will take place at 7 p.m. at the Whole Hog Cafe in Fayetteville, on Thursday June 20, 2019.
Learn to improve you landscape photos during this class with Greg Disch
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April 27, 2019
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Learn to improve you landscape photos during this class with Greg Disch.
Landscape photography shows spaces within the world, sometimes vast and unending, but other times microscopic. Landscape photographs typically capture the presence of nature but can also focus on man-made features or disturbances of landscapes. As with most forms of art, the definition of a landscape photograph is broad, and may include urban settings, industrial areas, and nature photography.
Here is some info for the landscape class, I will get the others in the next day or so.
There are many techniques used to capture a great landscape photo, during this class we will learn the secrets of the pros.
· Learn to get the best possible focus using techniques of “hyperfocal distance” and live view focusing.
· Learn how to get the most out of the sky in your photos.
· Learn to create sun starbursts in your photos.
· Learn to research a location.
· Learn to use composition to create a stronger image.
· Learn to create panoramas.
· Learn to create natural HDR images.
· Learn to plan a successful photo shoot.
· Learn to photograph the night sky.
Class will run from 9 am to about 5 pm with a break for lunch.
Cost of $75 per person.
Greg Disch is a freelance photographer located in Arkansas. Greg specializes in nature, scenic, wildlife, and other outdoor subjects in Arkansas and other areas of the country. Greg offers both classroom instruction and in the field hands on photographic workshops.
https://gregdisch.com/
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April 23, 2019
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Choosing and Using the Best Tripod for You with Greg Disch
Greg Disch is a freelance photographer located in Arkansas. Greg specializes in nature, scenic, wildlife, and other outdoor subjects in Arkansas and other areas of the country. Greg offers both classroom instruction and in the field hands on photographic workshops.
https://gregdisch.com/
My program will include a lecture and hands on demonstrations along with some great advice and tips, even if you are a seasoned professional. I will follow up with a slideshow presentation and a Q&A session.
A tripod is one of the accessories that many photographers try to go cheap thinking they don’t really need one. With the high ISO and and improved noise reduction in modern cameras and software we can shoot many images without a tripod that we could not a few years ago. I am a firm believer in not using a tripod, unless I need a tripod. There are many times that I do need a tripod, and many of my images could not be made without one. When I need a tripod I need a good one, if it will not hold my camera rock solid, it is of no use.
In this program I will show you how to use your tripod for the best results and how to choose the best tripod for you and your style of photography.