2008 Events & Continuing Education Schedule
American Horse Publications Conference and Gabriele Boiselle Seminars in Saratoga Springs, NY
Join EPNet in Saratoga Springs, New York this June at the American Horse Publication's Annual Conference. All members of the Equine Photographers Network are eligible and encouraged to attend the American Horse Publications Conference, June 19-21 and then stay June 22 and 23 for a special photo seminar with internationally recognized photographer Gabriele Boiselle.
The AHP Annual Conference is a great opportunity for photographers to meet and network with representatives of all facets of the equine publishing industry, from magazine editors and book publishers to a wide variety of equine related businesses and corporations. In addition there will be many breakout session opportunities for you to learn more about the horse publications industry as well as a guided tour of Saratoga horse country.
On Sunday, June 22, Gabriele Boiselle will lead a day long seminar on equine photography at the Saratoga Hotel. Gabriele will speak about her life traveling the world capturing images of horses, wildlife and people in parts of the world few get to see and experience. Gabriele will then lead a session on the basics of successful equine photography. providing some fail-proof skills that you can put to use to get consistently good horse images. Finally Gabriele will review participant’s portfolios, giving individual feedback and tips on your work that will help you become a better equine photographer. All attendees will receive an autographed copy of Gabriele's beautiful “Horses” book at the end of the day.
On Monday, June 23, Gabriele will lead the group at some area farms to sharpen our skills photographing horses. We will practice some simple exercises to help you with timing, sharpen your eye and help you see the big picture. This session is available to EPNet General and Professional members only and class size is limited. Lunch will be provided.
More information and registration forms:
http://events.equinephotographers.net/ahp08/
Basics of Equine Photography On Line Course with Carien Schippers
Back by popular demand! Join Carien Schippers in this intensive on line course that will focus on photographing the horse and how to consistently get good, usable photos. Participants will be encouraged to go out and shoot applying what they have learned in each tutorial and then uploading their best images to the forum photo albums for feedback. This course is meant to be a hands on class and participants will be encouraged to shoot each week or, if possible, every day, posting their work, asking questions and helping classmates. All skill levels are encouraged to take this course and participants will receive individual attention with personal feedback that addresses their own goals and skills. The course begins June 11th.
Registration and further information: http://www.equinephotographers.org/courses
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