Last Saturday afternoon was our portrait photography workshop with Glenn McKimmin. What a blast it was for me and from all reports for many others! I'm loving my job organising these workshops - it is such a privilege to be involve. I get to meet amazing people who all share a passion for photography and of course learn something new along the way. It was not until I attended a few workshops that I realised just how much information Glenn offers.After our portrait workshop in November I took to my kids to arrange a "Christmas Photo" for the grandparents. I'd learnt about lighting, apertures, lenses etc but the overall experience was stressful and sent a few of our family members to tears. What had I forgotten? It all made sense on the day ... I thought I could do this! I was clearly reminded after the workshop last Saturday all that I'd forgotten. Glenn talks at length about the importance of connecting with your models, staying calm, enjoying what you do - the model will reflect your mood, not rushing, special techniques to relax children..... Well, I dare say I wish it was nearly Christmas again to organise a re-shoot! I think I'll tackle it a whole lot different!
Next Saturday is our Landscape workshop. I'm very excited for this one. I find nature much easier to work with. I love the peace of the early mornings (even though I'm far from a morning person), the ever changing light of the sun rising or setting and the breathtaking results that drawer people to a peaceful, beautiful place. I'm hoping I will have photos to share next week!
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