Ray Im

Fundamentals of digital photography workshop teach and reinforce the basic building blocks of photography in three days by an award-winning photographer. Students will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the essential operations and features of a digital camera including shooting modes, exposure triangle, and how to capture an image as a piece of artwork that reflects one’s style. In addition to teaching composition, subject matter, scene selection, and lighting, the workshop aims to enhance the overall quality of images.

Duration: 90 minutes

Grade Level: High School

Maximum Number of Students: class max with 10 students / minimum 6 students required

Maximum Number of Performances: 2

Technical Requirements:

• Full manual digital camera (DSLR or Mirrorless), PA system

NC Essential Standards: B.V.3 / B.CX.2 / B.CR.1

Cost: $200 per person for 3 days workshop / $180 per person for 3 days workshop

Fundamental of photography editing workshop is an inspirational three-day experience led by an award-winning photographer. This extensive course covers photo editing fundamentals and delves into advanced techniques to produce impressive visual effects. After finishing the course, students will comprehensively understand post-processing images. In this course, students will be taught how to utilize Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop to improve their photos' colors, contrast, and exposure. Additionally, they will learn how to adjust the tone and sharpness to achieve their desired effect.

Duration: 90 minutes

Grade Level: High School

Maximum Number of Students: class max with 10 students / minimum 6 students required

Maximum Number of Performances: 2

Technical Requirements:

• PA system
• Adobe available desktop/laptop for students

NC Essential Standards: I.V.3 / I.CX.2 / I.CR.1

Cost: $200 per person for 3 days workshop / $180 per person for 3 days workshop

Studio Lightings for Portrait Photography Workshop is intended to provide professional and commercial photography lighting skills to high school students in Cumberland County. In studio portrait sessions, students will gain knowledge of various lighting techniques for studio portrait situations. They will also have the chance to use both continuous and strobe lights to comprehend their distinctions. In this intensive hands-on workshop, students will start off with one light and work their way up to four lights while recreating inspirational images.

Duration: 90 minutes

Grade Level: High School

Maximum Number of Students: class max with 10 students / minimum 6 students required

Maximum Number of Performances: 3

Technical Requirements:

• PA system
• Full manual digital cameras for student
• Classroom without natural light

NC Essential Standards: P.V.3 / P.CX.2 / P.CR.1

Cost: $250 per person for two days workshop / $230 per person for two days workshop