Vicky will demonstrates how she employs layering and masking of textures and objects to bring to life a new meaning from her original photographs. She will show you how to transform concepts and ideas into images in Photoshop by blending images together using color and tone, scale and perspective, structure and light; while demonstrating the essentials tools used in compositing including layers, masking, selecting, blending, smart objects and more!

New to Nikon photography? Get the ins and outs of the Nikon camera line with this special class and workshop.

We’ll start with a class that provides a general rundown of Nikon cameras, their menus and what basic functions photographers need to know to start getting great photos!

When most people think about 3D photography they imagine elaborate cameras and expensive software. This is not necessarily the case. You can take 3D images with the camera you have now and prepare the image with free software! John will provide an overview of stereo photography, from anaglyphs to digital images on your phone.

What’s the best way to capture a misty lake? A bolt of lightning? Falling snow? Weather photography offers so many opportunities for stunning photographs, but where do you begin? Photographer Melissa L. Jones takes you through the basics of weather photography, from equipment to camera settings, and offers a few suggestions on the best ways to get that perfect weather photograph.

Nidhi Dahiya, owner of Nids Creations Photography is a contemporary portrait photographer. Her style of fashion-inspired portraiture is a fine blend of fantasy and realism. She is a master in posing different body types to highlight the best in her subjects. Nidhi believes beauty is not on the outside, it’s something that shines out of a person when you make him/her feel confident and secure. Nidhi’s most compelling quality is her ability to boldly color her images with elements of fantasy while capturing the true essence and bond between her subjects.