Denise and Geff love to share their knowledge and help other folks enhance their photography craft. We have extensive experience speaking at camera clubs and photography events. Our lectures are designed to be educational and entertaining and would love to speak at your club or event!
Here are the variety of topics we currently cover and we are always adding more!
Descriptions
Black & White Photography – Geff Bourke
Black and White Photography is often forgotten in our digital color world of today. While not every image is a candidate for conversion to black and white, some images can be truly striking and powerful when rendered in this medium. This presentation focuses on how to produce strong black and white images, starting with learning to recognize what types of images make great black and white photographs. You will learn to recognize the conditions that will result in great images. You will also learn how to process black and white imagery with Photoshop and other software applications.
The Art of Bird Photography – Geff Bourke
In this presentation you will learn not only the techniques and gear needed for successful bird photography, but the art of taking these traditionally “documentary” images that elevates them to a new level. Known for his amazing avian images, Geff will share with you his techniques, his tricks, his process, and his locations! If you aren’t a bird photographer yet, you will be after this!!
Portraiture in Black and White – Denise Silva or Geff Bourke
Learn how to capture amazing wildlife imagery and how to determine whether the image should be presented in color or black and white. Although the basis of this presentation is African wildlife, the techniques learned can be applied to any wildlife, birds, and even humans!
Minimalism – Geff Bourke or Denise Silva
This presentation focuses on learning to how to refine your imagery with a focus on simplicity through the elimination of non-essential components from your composition. By stripping an image down to its bare essentials, minimalistic imagery emphasizes your subject and tells your story. Simplicity can be powerful when executed properly.
Travel Photography – Denise Silva
This presentation focuses on how to prepare, both literally and mentally for travel photography. We don’t always get what we expect when we plan our epic vacations… learn how to roll with the punches in the entertaining presentation. Also, learn some handy tips and tricks on how to be prepared for the challenges of destination photography.
Street Photography – Denise Silva
Street photography is one of the most interesting types of photography, but it can be challenging and often times overwhelming. In this presentation, learn techniques for overcoming these challenges and creating images that tell the story of everyday life.
Long Exposure Photography – Denise Silva
This presentation focuses on the techniques used to capture long exposure images and explores the artistic results of using long exposures to create unique imagery. We will cover the techniques and gear needed to shoot these types of images during the day, as well as how to capture images that take advantage of the time of day and available light. Learn how to manipulate clouds, water, and windy conditions when photographing landscape scenery and use swipes to capture with a sense of motion.
Composition – Denise Silva
Have you ever noticed that some images just demand your attention? That’s because those photographers have used well-founded elements of design and composition to enhance their work. Strong compositions make for appealing imagery… Learn what makes an image strong by understanding the elements of design. Also learn how to apply the “rules” of composition and why it is absolutely OK to break those rules!
Aurora Photography – Denise Silva
If viewing and capturing auroras are on your bucket list, then this presentation is for you! Learn some of the science behind how auroras are formed and where they occur, learn why they come in different colors and most of all learn the techniques needed to capture this amazing phenomenon. This presentation will also discuss some of the challenges in processing these images after you have captured them.
