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    Yosemite Photography Workshop by Edward MendesNew Photography Workshops have just been announced for 2011.  The workshops will take us to of the most awe inspiring locations on the planet during there best times of year, Yosemite National Park, the Big Sur Coast and the Grand Tetons.  You can find more information by visiting the workshop page.

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Workshop Testimony


I had an amazing time and learned more than I ever though possible.
- Robert Criss, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

I definitely learned some new skills on how to enhance my Landscape photos....just what I had hoped for.  Ed was personable and easy to understand.  It was a Saturday morning well spent.
- Elleene Stone, The Expressive Landscape Print

One of the most beautiful places in the world and Ed knows all the spots.  More than I could have ever hoped for.
- Ken Mitchell, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

This was my second time taking one of Edward's workshops and it won't be my last.  Edward is a wonderful teacher and always willing to help...even weeks after the workshop is over, thanks!
- Susan Gamino, Yosemite in the Spring

I've been a photographer for over 30 years and I've never had such an enjoyable experience as a photographer.
- Frank Leon, Yosemite in the Spring

I learned more in one day than I had in the last 5 years, I'm working on images in a whole new way.  On top of it all I met a lot of wonderful people, including Ed.
- Ted Crooker, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

I've attended many workshops in the past and this one was the best.  The image critique session alone was worth every penny but add in the lessons, fieldwork and location...WOW!
- Michael Rugg, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

I was blown away by the amount of effort Ed puts into the workshop, from the workbook, to the personal attention...He's (Edward) is an open book and always available.
- Debbie Belyeu, The Expressive Landscape Print Workshop

The best time I've ever had with a camera!
- Sue Ann Long, The Big Sur Coast Workshop

The workshop helped me see Yosemite for more than just the waterfalls and Half Dome so I could create images that show the soul of the park.  This is something I'll take with me for the rest of my life.
- Tom Zuccari, Yosemite in the Spring Workshop


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Yosemite in the Winter shoppingcarticon Sign Up This workshop is always very popular, Sign up Now! Read the 2011 Workshop Recap
February 8th-10th, 20130 2 day in-field workshop Only $395

Fire Line, El Capitan, Yosemite National Park by Edward Mendes Join me for a photography workshop in Yosemite Valley.  Experience Yosemite as few do! Winter in Yosemite National Park is a truly special time of year, the crowds are all but gone and you can often walk the snow filled meadows of the Valley in almost complete solitude. The workshop is timed for the peak of winter in Yosemite, snow should be covering the valley and with a little luck a winter storm will dust the trees with white as we start our days.  The workshops are a combination of both in-the-field image sessions and mid-day class/lecture sessions  to take your photography to the next level of creativity as an artist.

Topics Covered:

  • How to get the right exposure even in the snow
  • Composing a creative image
  • Depth of Field in the Landscape
  • How to start to "See the Light"
  • Seeing as a photographer and artist
  • Using filters properly
  • Photoshop tips and work flow
  • Much More!

What is Included

  • 2 Days of In Field Instruction in Yosemite NP
  • One-on-one in field instruction
  • Written Workshop material featuring detailed description of equipment for the workshop, technical hints and tips and travel info.
  • Informal Critique and Discussion of your work during mid-day classroom sessions
  • Classroom sessions/lecture on a number of possible topics including Photoshop, Creativity, "Seeing as an Artist", working with a pro lab and more.
  • Access to online group exclusively for former workshop members to ask questions, post images and continue the workshop experience.

What You'll Need:

  • Digital or Film SLR Camera
  • Sturdy Tripod
  • Lens covering a range of at least 28mm to 300mm
  • A selections of filters (Grad ND, ND and Polarizer)
  • A flashlight or headlamp
  • Extra camera batteries
  • Extra memory cards
  • Laptop (not required but useful to edit images during the workshop)
  • Your camera manual
  • A great Attitude!

Limited to: Just 8 participates

Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced - Participates should have a good working knowledge of how to operate their camera in manual mode.  In addition having a good knowledge of stops, shutter speeds and f/stops will allow you to focus your attention on creativity and creating high quality images.

WHAT TO EXPECT: Morning light waits for no one and part of capturing the perfect image is working harder than everyone else, so a typical day starts with a sunrise shoot, followed by breakfast back at one of the park's restaurants. Depending on weather conditions the afternoon will be spent in the field or indoors with class sessions discussing photography technique, theory or print sharing before heading out for a sunset shoot.   Dinner follows then either print sharing or free time to work one the day's images, depending on how the afternoon went..  While the days are long they are extremely fulfilling and fun, filled with one-on-one instruction lessons that you can apply immediately both in the field and back at your computer.

Lodging: Lodging is not included in the price of the workshop and you are free to select the lodging option and location that best suits your needs, however I will be staying at the Yosemite View Lodge in El Portal just outside the Eastern entrance to the park on highway 140.  The Yosemite View Lodge will be where we meet each morning before heading out for our sunrise session and also where the mid-day discussions will be held.  It makes everything much more convenient when everyone stays at the same location and because of that It is highly recommended that you stay at the  Yosemite View Lodge.

Transportation: Transportation to and from the workshop is not included in the price of the workshop.  It is recommended that participates coming from out of state rent a car, many car rental options are available at all major airports.  During the workshop we will carpool as much as possible as parking is extremely limited in Yosemite during the winter as not all vehicle turnouts are often plowed.

Meals: We eat as many meals together as possible, this includes breakfast and dinner Saturday and breakfast Sunday with dinner on Sunday being optional (I understand some people like to get on the road after the sunset session).  These group meals are a wonderful time to get to know each better and build tremendous camaraderie that often developments into friendships that last long after the workshop concludes.  Everyone is responsible for their own meals and we will ask for separate checks whenever possible.

Lodging and meals are not included with the workshop, however a local lodging guide and recommendations are included in the workshop's workbook that you'll receive after sign-up.

 
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