Digital Underground: Las Vegas

Explore the Lights and History of Sin City (4-day photo tour)

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In this workshop, we'll travel to Las Vegas, NV, to explore creative photographic techniques in an amazing setting of light and desert landscapes. We'll be focusing on twilight/night photography, creative long exposures, HDR, and also infrared imaging. Along the way, you'll not only learn these techniques but get creative feedback on your images from your two instructors. We've also scheduled a special private shoot at the amazing Neon Museum Boneyard at night. They say what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, but you'll return from this adventure with a lot of amazing images and newfound knowledge about photography!

Locations Include:

• Las Vegas Strip, architecture, lights, and fountains

• Fremont Street Experience, street art and Downtown Container Park

• Neon Museum (http://www.neonmuseum.org/) Boneyard Private Nighttime Shoot with tripod access (the general public is not allowed to use tripods or carry camera bags; we've arranged special access)

• Nelson Ghost Town (http://www.ghosttowns.com/states/nv/nelson.html): An old mining town with lots of cars, buildings, and other derelict subjects to photograph. Perfect for HDR, black & white, and infrared!

• High Roller Ferris Wheel

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Itinerary (Subject to modification)

• Thursday, October 23: Orientation & Overview
Meet at 9am for orientation and classroom session.
Afternoon and evening shooting on Las Vegas Boulevard (The Strip).

• Friday, Oct 24: Assignment: Blue Hour & Long Exposures
Afternoon and evening shooting of the High Roller ferris wheel and the surrounding areas of the Las Vegas Strip.

• Saturday, Oct 25: Assignment: HDR & MonochromeSpecial Topic: Infrared Photography
Day Trip to the Nelson Ghost Town, where we will explore HDR, monochrome, and (optional) infrared photography.

• Sunday, Oct 26: Assignment: Long Exposures
Morning image review and critiques with Jason & Deborah.Special topic: Creating cinemagraphs
Evening shooting at Fremont Street, followed by special private night photography and light-painting session at the Neon Museum Boneyard.

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Workshop Tuition

The workshop tuition is $1299 per photographer.

This fee covers all classroom and field instruction, private access to the Neon Museum, shooting fees at Nelson, and image critique during and after the workshop. After the workshop is over, each student will receive a personalized image critique from Jason and Deborah.

The workshop fee does not include meals, lodging, or field transportation.

Group Hotel

We will be staying at the Aliante Hotel and Casino (http://www.aliantegaming.com/) in North Las Vegas, a very comfortable location with a fabulous pool and many restaurants.

Nearest Airport: Las Vegas McCarran International Airport

Notes: The workshop starts at 9am on Thursday, October 23rd and will conclude at approximately 11pm on Sunday, October 26th.

Instructional Photo Tour limited to 10 photographers

About Your Instructors

Jason P. Odell, Ph.D. (http://www.luminescentphoto.com/)

Dr. Jason P. Odell is a professional photographer from Colorado, USA. Jason's ability to present technical material clearly, without losing focus of the creative process, is why his books and workshops are extremely popular with hobbyists and enthusiasts world-wide. Jason's work has been featured by Studio Photographer Magazine, Nik Software, and Tiffen, Inc.

Deborah Sandidge (http://www.debsandidge.com/)

Deborah Sandidge is a professional photographer specializing in world travel and creative imagery. As an author and instructor, Deborah expands the horizons of those who enjoy her photographic artistry. She illustrates her inspirational ideas and unique perspective through national/international workshops and seminars. Deborah is a charismatic and frequently requested guest speaker, and is respected for her ability to blend the creative and the technical aspects of photography. Through her imagery, she encourages others to connect with the extraordinary people, fascinating places, and interesting elements of the world that surrounds us.