Kevin Gourley Photography - Austin, Texas - Classes/Workshops

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Mix of Lecture / Hands-On Examples / Homework and fun! 6 Tuesday nights Beginning August 2, 2011 Take Your Photography to the Next Level! Registration is on a first-come basis. Class has already begun. Too late to register! Tuesday Nights  Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30  Sept 13  2011 (skips Sept 6th) Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 7:00-9:05 PM Sept 13 Social Get-Together 6:30-9:00 PM Ages 15 Through Adult Location: Kevin Gourley Photography Studio 11740 Jollyville Rd. Suite 400  Austin, TX Register Now - Click Here

Students of Kevin's Photography 101 Workshops say: "I thoroughly enjoyed the Photography 101 class. I learned so much about my camera that I'm much more comfortable pushing myself and my photos. The classroom setting is comfortable and Kevin is a really great teacher - combining technical information and answering questions readily. Kevin's way of teaching is friendly and you feel that he listens to you and understands what your needs are. I can't wait to take another class! I will be telling all my photo friends about Kevin and definitely encourage them to take some classes!" "I have learned SO much more than I ever thought possible." More Testimonials Does this class not fit your schedule?   Tell us what works best for YOU!

Learn all the things your manual will NEVER teach you!

"To create better photographs, it's tempting to think
you have to buy a better camera. 
The REAL key is to become a better photographer."

A Great Class for Beginners
If you are new to photography, this is a great class to help you understand the basics, giving you a jump start on creating great photographs.   Is your new digital SLR overwhelming with all of its options and settings?  Do you envision all sorts of great ideas for photos, but then find yourself frustrated because you don't know what to do?   We'll take the mystery out of photography and you'll start taking better photos.

A Great Class for Intermediate Photographers
Even if you have been taking photos for quite a while, understanding the fundamentals will help you create the best photographs possible. People often "jump in" and start taking photos, fall in love with photography, get a better camera and more lenses, but skip over really learning some of the important basics.  They then get frustrated when they hit a wall where they just can't seem to get the shots they are wanting to get, because they don't know what to do.   If this describes you, then this is the class for you!  This class will provide a foundation on which you can build your own creative style and images.

Beginner or intermediate,
this fun and informative workshop is for you!
It is so important to learn the "basics", to understand how cameras, lenses, light, composition, interact together in the process of creating great images. Once you understand the "rules", we will explore when "breaking the rules" can be creatively used to produce beautiful and engaging images.

The ultimate objective in this class is to empower you with the
tools and techniques to create great photos.

Your Camera:
If you own a Digital SLR (DSLR) this is a great class to learn how to move beyond shooting in "automatic" mode. This class is more suited to DSLR's, but if you have a "point and shoot" camera, many of the topics covered will help you improve your photography!

Learn how to:

• Select the right lens and equipment to use to get the perfect shot
• Take photos with a "soft background" making the subject in the photo really stand out
• Shoot images with more vibrant colors
• Photograph waterfalls to get that soft water flow effect
• Capture a genuine smile in a portrait
• Make your images "pop" through creative use of light
• More effectively capture the grandeur and majesty of mountains
• Break the "rules" and shoot some really fun images that others will ask "Wow!  How did you do that??"
• Compose your photographs to be more visually pleasing
• Take consistently sharper photographs
• Shoot better photographs with your electronic flash
• You'll even learn some surprising information the camera
  manufacturers won't tell you!
• Much much more...

What we'll cover:

• The fundamentals of photography
• Composition
• The art of "seeing"
• The Digital Revolution
• The Camera
• The Shutter
• The Aperture
• ISO settings
• Exposure
• Metering
• Manual and Automatic Exposure Modes
• Color Temperature
• White Balance
• Lenses & Focal Length
• Depth of Field
• Digital Imaging - Sensors, File Types, Capabilities, Limitations
• RAW vs JPG
• Light
• Flash Photography
• Perspective
• Creative and Fun Techniques
• Portraits
• Nature / Landscape / Wildlife Photography

Class Format:
Come prepared to learn with camera and notebook in hand!   Please make sure to bring your manual!  All sessions will be at my photography studio in NW Austin.  

Our first 5 sessions will be class sessions on Tuesday nights from 7-9:05 PM .  These will be a mix of about mostly lecture and some hands-on activities plus homework assignments to help you further practice what we cover in class.  The homework is optional, but to get the most out of the class, I encourage you to do the homework! You can send your results by email to me, and I'll give you feedback and suggestions for improvement.  There will be question / answer times throughout.  Plus, I'm happy to meet with you before or after class if you're needing extra help.

You'll actually have an opportunity to stand INSIDE a camera!!

Our Final Session:  
Our last session will be on September 13, 6:30-9 PM.  This will be a fun session with everyone bringing potluck snacks / finger food. We'll provide the drinks.  It will also be a time to share your photography with the rest of the group and celebrate your great work!  This final session is also open to previous students from our other classes (previous students must RSVP).

Keep in Touch: 
Once you have been a student of one of my classes, you are invited to future photographer social get-togethers at my studio (for free).  Everyone brings potluck snacks / finger food, and we'll provide the drinks.  It will also be a time to share your photography with the rest of the group and celebrate your great work!

The Photography 101 Workshop is a great investment. 
The return on your investment is great photographs.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made on or before July 19, 2011, will receive a refund of the workshop fee minus a $50 cancellation fee. Sorry, but no refunds will be made for cancellations made after July 19th.

Register:
To reserve your seat, you may pay online or mail us a check.

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Space is limited!  This is my most popular class.  It often fills up quickly!

If you have to miss a session...
If you can't make it to all of the classes due to vacation, etc. I can offer a private makeup session to catch you up on the missed class.  The price for redoing the class session just for you is only $120.  This offer only applies for doing one makeup session per person.

This Makes a Great Gift!
Give this class as a gift to your photographer loved-one or friend!  I will provide a nice gift certificate that you can give as a present!

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Student Comment: "Kevin's class is amazing! I was sure I would NEVER get beyond shooting in auto mode. After Kevin's class, I don't think I'll ever go BACK to auto mode again! Thanks Kevin! I will be back for additional classes!" -Jennifer *never shooting in auto again* Chastain

Student Comment:  "I would, without hesitation, recommend Kevin's 101 Workshop to anyone wanting to learn more about photography. Even if you are a beginner and feel a little intimidated, you will instantly be at ease with Kevin. This is someone that is living his passion and passing it on to his students brilliantly. This class was a joy to be in, and I learned so much without ever feeling overwhelmed or confused. Kevin has put a lot of time and effort into making his classes a top notch experience, and he has succeeded beautifully. In addition, his demonstrations and unique perspective on his craft make it truly special. I look forward to taking more classes from him in the future!"

Student Comment: "While the class was a great introduction into digital photography, it was also so much more. It was a perfect mix of technical detail and creative elements, stressing the photographer as much as the camera. This class was just what I was looking for. Highly recommended!"

Student Comment:  "Kevin Gourley is a fantastic instructor! He exceeded all expectations taking the Photography 101 class. Kevin's ability to bring together the technical and artistic side of photography is magical. I highly recommend any beginner to take this class. :)"

Student Comment:  "Kevin, after 30 years of experimenting with photography but always using automatic settings, I finally learned how to shoot manually! You did a fantastic job of explaining photography and light. You are very talented and creative - thanks for sharing. I love that you are so passionate about photography as an art and that you encourage it in others!"

Student Comment:  "I really liked the pace and how the homework assignments helped cement my understanding of different lessons. I really, really enjoyed the get-together/slide show as the last class."

Student Comment:  "This has 'jump-started' me into understanding my camera and hopefully using it at a different level now. It will be fun to play and learn while doing something I love."

Student Comment:  "Kevin's classes are incredibly well organized, and they are a terrific blend of technical and artistic information. He manages to impart a huge amount of information in each class and makes himself available for questions outside of class too. I finally "got" some concepts that I'd been struggling to understand -- and FINALLY had the courage to turn off the Automatic settings and try Manual. Great experience! I'm looking forward to taking more classes with Kevin."

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About the Instructor:
Kevin Gourley has been an avid photographer for over 35 years. He has taught classes on many aspects of photography through the years, and has led various photography groups. Kevin is an award-winning, nationally published professional photographer and has a full-service photography studio in NW Austin, and specializes in portraiture, commercial photography, fine art, and landscape photography.

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