LOST IN TRANSITION: A Guide to the Digital Process for Traditional Photographers
	NEXT SESSION 2008 | 4 WEEKS 1 NIGHT PER WEEK - TBD Many photographers, although excited by the possibilities of digital cameras and the "digital darkroom", are intimidated by the prospect of learning to work digitally. This course examines the components of digital imaging in terms that relate to traditional photography to give photographers a practical foundation for making an informed transition to digital. It introduces the concept of DIGITAL WORKFLOW as a step-by-step process that will reduce frustration and enhance your ability to realize your vision using digital imaging. Emphasis is on de-mystifying the digital environment by relating it to the already-familiar traditional photography experience. In four sessions, we will discuss and demonstrate cameras, megapixels and computers; camera settings and file formats; downloading and managing images; the advantages of shooting and "processing" RAW files. Learn how to organize and manage your images using Adobe Photoshop CS3's Bridge. See demonstrations of the creative potential of the Photoshop "daylight darkroom"- basic and advanced Photoshop techniques for creative image enhancement including color-correction, retouching, compositing and conversion to B&W.
	Instructor: Mark Berndt Mark Berndt has over 40 years experience as a photographer, artist, designer and filmmaker. Experienced in color and B&W film, and in the archival B&W darkroom, Mark “went digital” in 1993 and has spent the last 12 years committed to the evolution of digital image making with an eye to maintaining traditional "film" qualities in his images. His environmental portraiture and documentary work as a commercial and fine art photographer is supported by his technical mastery of photography, digital systems and software. Using both film and digital capture, and digital post-production, he creates images for commercial and editorial clients, as well as large-format digital fine art prints. He is a faculty member of the Photo + Imaging Department at Art Center College of Design where he teaches digital capture and image enhancement. Location: Studio / Hollywood Course fee: $415 Deadline for registration: TBD, 2008 - CLASS SIZE LIMITED TO 6. Course requirements: This course is designed for photographers with experience working traditionally with film in color and B&W. This is a lecture and demonstration course, not hands-on. You should have access to a computer outside of class, be proficient in basic computer skills, and have the current version of Photoshop CS3 (not Photoshop CS, CS2 or Elements) installed on your computer. A digital camera is recommended, but information offered in session #1 may be useful in choosing a camera if you don't already have one. Registration Policy: A deposit of $225 is required to register for the course. Payment of the outstanding balance ($190) is required 7 days prior to the course start date. Payments may be made by cash or check. Make checks payable to: Mark Berndt Inc. 310 South Irving Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90020 Please reference "LOST IN TRANSITION" on your check. Cancellation Policy We rely on your registration and attendance to make important arrangements and committments. If you must withdraw from a course 24 - 72 hours prior to the start of the course, we will retain 50% of the workshop fee, unless we are able to fill your spot. If you cancel 24 hours or less prior to the start of the course, we will retain 100% of the course fee, unless we are able to fill your spot. No refund of any fees will be made for withdrawal after the course begins. In the event that a workshop must be cancelled due to inadequate enrollment, all fees and deposits are refunded in full. There are no exceptions to the Cancellation Policy. For more information, or to reserve your place in the course, click here. ©2007 Mark Berndt Inc.