Photography Workshops and Private Training Available
Last updated November 1, 2011 - Download 2011\2012 Workshop Poster - PDF 500 Kb
New workshops are added regularly so please check back or call 403 247-2457. You can pay using your credit card via PayPal or send a check to Science & Art - 6255, 72nd St. N.W. Calgary, AB T3B 3V9 and we will follow up to confirm your registration. If you have purchased or received a gift certificate just call 403 247-2457 or email rberdan@scienceandart.org to reserve a spot in a workshop or use it to set up a time for private training. If you would like to be notified of upcoming workshops and new photography articles - sign up for our free monthly newsletter on the home page filled with articles and tips on nature photography.
Workshops - click links to learn more.
- Beginner Photography - Private training available all year $249 for 6-7 hours
- Winter Photography Workshop - all levels Jan 4,7, 11 - 2012
- Photoshop Level I workshop for photographers
- Photoshop Level II workshop for photographers
- Arctic Adventure - Sept. 5-11, 2012 - from Yellowknife and further north
- Gift Certificates for Workshops or Private training (Limited time buy 2 get 1 free)
Robert is available for private one-on-one training - by the hour ($65\hr.) or 6-7 hours for $249, or 15 hours for $499 anytime of the year. You can also use a gift certificate for the 6-7 hour training sessions or towards any workshop. Training can be in the field, studio or combination thereof. For more information about any workshop or private session call Robert at 403 247-2457.NEW NATURE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY COURSE - MAY 2-30TH, 2012 - 15 HOURS 5 Wed evenings, Max 6\class to learn more or to register click here. Cost $499 + GST
For more information or to register go here. See Robert's notes and slides from last year here. Bring any kind of camera.
Watch Video of Robert Berdan demonstrating how to photograph Ladys' Slippers with a macro lens.
Beginner's Photography Workshop $249 + GST (1-3 participants) Saturday Dec 3, friday December 30, 2011. Private sessions anytime of year by appointment - sign up as a pair and I offer $50 off, 3 persons sign up together I offer $100 off.Photographers bring their cameras and manuals - any type of camera. I will go over all the camera controls and how you should set and use them. After a lunch break we will shoot for 1-2 hours in a nearby park and then return to the studio to preview your images and receive a critique. I cover shooting modes A, P, M, S modes, ISO speed, white balance, file types, colour modes, metering modes, how to over ride your exposure meter and use the histogram feature to evaluate exposures. I will also explain F-stops, how they work and why you need to know how to use them. We will also discuss composition and elements of visual design. Transportation for the afternoon provided by Science & Art. These sessions are offered all year by appointment . Call to set up a suitable date. If you have a larger group call me for a group discount. I will answer all your photography questions and show you how to take better pictures after just one session.
Winter Photography Workshop - All Level of photographers welcome. $249 + GST
Includes 2 Wed evenings, Jan 4 and 11, 7-10 pm and full day field trip Saturday, January 7 into the Mountains. Max 10.
This workshop is aimed at all level of photographers f rom those who just purchased a new camera to more experienced photographers. The first evening session will include instruction on digital photography with specific reference to photographing snow and in the winter. We wil follow with a full day field trip, Robert can provide transportation for up to 3 individuals, the rest will be by car pooling. The following Wed evening will be an opportunity to show some of your images from the trip and receive feedback. The focus will be on tips for taking better landscape and wildlife photographs during winter. We will cover composition, exposure compensation, use of filters, tripods, protecting your gear from the cold and dressing appropriately for cold weather.
See article " Get Ready for Winter Photography by R. Berdan"
Photoshop I CS4\CS5 - $249 (max of 5\class)- Upcoming workshop Dates: Saturday Nov. 26, Dec. 31, Feb 11, Mar 31, April 28, 2012.
This one day Photoshop workshop in Science & Art's studio, runs from 9:00 am to 5:00 p.m. and covers a variety of topics including:
- Introduction to Photoshop interface and Adobe Bridge
- Calibrating your monitor and configuring Photoshop
- RAW workflow - using Adobe Camera RAW
- Workflow for JPG or TIF files
- Colour correction by the number
- Quick & Easy Photoshop fixes, Red Eye, Perspective crop, etc
- Convert images to Black and White or Sepia
- Create BW image and return some of the original colour
- Repairing images using the clone tool
- Retouching a portrait
- Repairing old photos
- Extracting images from their background
- Simulate a neutral density gradient filter
- Use the Shadow Highlight tool
- Blending photos to make a panorama.
Preview sample of the Photoshop I manual here (PDF)
The workshop includes a 67 page color book, a DVD with images, tutorials and Quick time movies showing each lesson step by step for easy review. All participants will have the opportunity to work on their own images. All participants will have use of a computer workstation with scanner and printer with Photoshop CS4\CS5 extended on each computer. My studio has the best teaching computers in the city. Included in this seminar is lunch, a DVD with tutorial files, step by step printed notes and QT movies showing each tutorial from start to finish.
NEW - This course is now available online for ONLY $49.00 - all notes and files can be downloaded.
Photoshop Level II - 1 day $249 -(Max of 5) October 15, November 19, 2011 or by appointment.
This one day Photoshop Workshop is for folks that already know Photoshop basics and would like to learn more advanced techniques including working with masks, channels, HDR imaging, creating actions or batch files, learn how to convert a picture into a painting or apply a digital Orton It is strongly recommended that participants have taken the Photoshop I workshop first or already have considerable experience with Photoshop. The workshop includes: a book of notes, DVD with image files and movie clips showing each step for quick and easy review. The workshop also includes lunch. Both Photoshop CS4 and CS5 extended are loaded on each computer.
Workshop Topics include:
2.1 Introduction to Curves.
2.2 Cross Processing using Curves
2.3 Adjustment Layers
2.4 Automated Adjustment Layers
2.5 Adjustment Layer Masks
2.6 Add a layer mask to reveal selected regions of a photograph
2.7 Create a Photomontage
2.8 Layer effects using Masks
2.9 Use scanned images to create Masks
3.0 Scan and convert an image into a high contrast BW Mask
3.1 Quick and easy Edge effects
3.2 Replace sky using alpha channel selection
3.3 Hand Colouring Black and White Images
3.4 Simulated Infrared Film
3.5 Replace colour command
3.6 Create Impressionistic Images - Digital Ortons
3.7 Combine Two Different Exposures to Increase Dynamic Range
3.8 Using an Action to Combine to Increase Dynamic Range.
3.9 Combine several exposures - HDR imaging.
4.0 Create Custom Actions
4.1 Batch Processing Files
4.2 Creating Web Galleries
4.3 Using the Picture Package
4.4 Create a PDF Slideshow
4.5 Adding Light rays to your photos
This course is also available online for $49 + GST .
Arctic Adventure Photography Workshop - Sept. 5-11, 2012 Cost : $4,95.00 including GST - $250 Discount if you book before December 31, 2011.
Download Poster in PDF form
If you have any photography or trip related questions you are welcome to call Robert Berdan at 403 247-2457 or email him with your questions at rberdan@scienceandart.org. To register for this workshop contact: http://www.petersonspointlake.com/contactus.html or call 867-920-4654.
Read Articles and view photographs from previous Arctic Adventure Workshops
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GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE $249 + GST (Special until Dec 31, 2011 - Buy two get one free)
You can purchase a gift certificate for $249 + GST. The gift certificate can be used toward any of our workshops, you can specify a specific workshop or you can leave it open so the person receiving the gift can sign up for which ever particular workshop they like. Alternatively, the Gift certificate can be used for private instruction for up to about 6-7 hours instruction at a time that is convenient for them. Please note participants must still register for a specific workshop and if the workshop is already full they will need to select another workshop at another time. Private training can be arranged almost anytime of year.. For workshops costing more the $250 - the participant can simply pay the extra amount when they take the workshop. These gift certificates do not expire. I will send the gift certificate to you or the person you specify - I will follow up on your order shortly after you purchase a certificate.
Robert Berdan top ( left) and previous workshop participants were winners at the annual CPAWs photo contest in Calgary. Robert can help you improve your photography so you too can take award winning photographs.
NOTES ABOUT MY WORKSHOPS
Private Instruction available at $65\hr or you can purchase a gift certificate for $249 which includes 6-7 hours training in the field, in front of computer or a combination thereof.
Workshop Cancellation Policy
Refunds: Due to the limited number of positions available in my workshops I do not offer refunds if you can not make it, however you may transfer to one of our other workshops of equivalent value or arrange for a private session. If a workshop is cancelled due to severe weather (i.e. roads are closed) or other unforeseen factor I will arrange an alternate date. If participants can not make the alternate date I will offer a private training session (Note in 15 years I have never
had to cancel a workshop). You can also give your gift certificate to a friend.
Note about my workshops
Anyone of the age of 13 and over (ages 13-17 require parents consent) is welcome to join me on my workshops. You don't need a fancy camera or tripod though we recommend a tripod if you have one. I have a few tripods I can lend out . In regard to equipment if you are considering purchasing new equipment I would be happy to offer my advice before hand. I shoot mainly with Nikon and Canon equipment though I have used most brands.
All participants in the field workshops will be required to sign a liability waiver that is standard for anyone participating at any kind of outdoor activity. If you have any questions about any of our workshops feel free to email or call Robert Berdan at 403 247-2457 in Calgary. Download Waiver (PDF)
If you would like to know more or have questions about training or any workshop feel free to call or set an appointment to drop by my studio - you can reach me at: rberdan@scienceandart.org and at 403 247-2457. I am located in Calgary, NW.
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