Photography in the Present Moment by Dawn Surratt on Monday

Saturday's class is now full, we are delighted to offer this workshop on a NEW DATE....Monday.

A special 6 hour workshop from photographer Dawn Surratt of North Carolina to develop your photographic vision and inspire you in your creative journey.

When we fully immerse ourselves in the moment and are present to the world around us, we begin to see differently. When we see differently, we create images from a place of mindfulness and emotionality that is as unique and individual as we are. Photography is the art of receiving what is before us and we must be still enough to benefit from that experience.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/2/9/600_435242857.jpeg

What we cover:

• This course will introduce you to the concept of mindfulness and its benefit to photography.

*Demonstration of imaging techniques , process and workflow.

• How to tap into your awareness and receptivity using Dawn's exercises for preparation and shooting.

• Hands on session for creating an image that resonates with you through use of textures, layers and composite imaging.

*Lensbaby lenses and other types of 'Toy Lenses' will be covered.

• Photographic walkabout and exercise for implementing mindful photography concepts.

*Overview of using Lightroom or Camera Raw for tonal changes, and selective adjustments

• Reading materials and list of mindful photography resources.

Instructor's Bio: Dawn Surratt is a freelance photographer and graphic designer. She received her B.A. in Studio Art from the University of North Carolina in Greensboro and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Georgia. Her art has been exhibited in shows throughout the United States. Dawn is an artist for Getty, Trevillion , Arcangel, Demurez, Image Conscious, Fine Art America and Flickr Marketplace. Her images have been published worldwide and in magazines such as Time, Bella Grace, Good Housekeeping, Bloomberg Business Journal and Artful Blogging.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/3/a/600_435242874.jpeg

To see more of Dawn's beautiful work click on these links: *Flickr (https://www.flickr.com/photos/laughingrabbit/) *Artist's Website (http://www.dawndhanna.com) *Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DawnDHannaPhotography) *Instagram (https://instagram.com/ddhanna/)

Who should attend: Artists and photographers of all styles and skills base who wish to challenge their photographic vision and gain insight into their motivations as a photographer and artist. All types of cameras/imaging devices can be used.

When: This workshop is offered both on Saturday or Sunday, June 20 and 21st, same workshop on 2 different days. From 9am to 4pm with an hour lunch break. Lunch not included, you can bring your own or visit other eateries near by. Choose the date that works best for you, both meet ups are available on this website.

Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Photoshop CC, or Photoshop Elements using layers and camera of your choice if you want to do the photography processing part of this workshop.

Encouraged to bring: Camera, notebook for note taking, writing utensil, laptop for hands on session. LensBaby if you have one, or other toy lenses.

Maximum Attendees: A small class size of 8 for maximum attention to students by Amy and Dawn.

Location: At a private studio in Plymouth on a pond.

Cost: $145.20 You can pay via PayPal with a credit card by RSVPing yes, or send Amy an email for other arrangments.

Refund Policy: No refunds after 6 days from purchase, if before June 1st. If you are not able to make it, you may find someone else to give your space to. Please let Amy know if someone else is coming in your place. Full refund if we have to change the date or cancel.

Contact: Amy's email amydav at gmail.com

http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/a/c/600_435243244.jpeg

http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/b/c/600_435243260.jpeg

All photos by Dawn Surratt