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Shoot Vienna: Donaukanal
Now that the sun is making a return, I'm organising a workshop along the banks of the Donaukanal, taking in the people sitting on its banks, the graffiti & street art, buildings, and reflections that can be captured along the water.
The workshop features an introductory presentation on street photography of approx. 15 mins, along with tips along the way from a photographer featured by The Guardian, BBC and Time Out.
This will be an opportunity to meet with other photographers, and to learn about street photography, for those who are interested in the medium.
All are welcome - whether you're a tourist or a local. We'll set off from
Stephansplatz, then towards Schwedenplatz, followed by a walk along the Donaukanal.
All events take place in English.
* Mobile phone (to contact me if you get lost!)
* Warm clothing and comfortable shoes
* 50 cent coins may be required for use of toilets
* Any kind of camera as long as you know how to use it (it’s not a workshop on how to use a camera): digital, analogue, mobile phone
Cost: €20 per person (€18 Early Bird if booked before 9 March 11:59PM) + fee by Paypal
AFTER WORK at Radisson Blu Style Hotel
Friday, true friends and Radisson. We do not need more! Our lovely and favourite location - the Radisson Blue Style Hotel at Herrengasse 12, 1010 Vienna, right next to the U3 Herrengasse station invites us! 🙌.
Friday is time to go out.
We are convinced that it will be again a fantastic evening starting with new faces!
It’s the perfect opportunity to chat and have a wonderful evening with fellow friends! 💃🕺 Sign up only if you attend! And pay immediately while ordering a drink at the bar!
Make sure to follow us on Insta [Making Friends in Vienna](https://www.instagram.com/makingfriendsinvienna?igsh=ZndyM3k2enZhcTAw) to stay in the loop on all upcoming events! 📲
Check out our Insta Story where to find us after 7pm on the event's date.
Got questions? DM us on Instagram.
Can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
One last thing: If you can’t make it, please let us know by signing off at the meet-up: important! 🙏and please contribute with ordering at least one drink. No drink at all is not acceptable!
Enjoy your Friday night, and see you soon! 🥳
Making Friends in Vienna
Vinyasa Yoga
Hey there!
Flow with me through a Vinyasa Flow for 60 Minutes.
15€
+2€ for a mat.
Level: sporty beginner to intermediate.
Want to know more about me? visit [www.explore-pure-yoga.com](http://www.explore-pure-yoga.com/) 🙂
Looking forward to see you on the mat 🧘🏻
Anna
KI : Echte Mehrwerte nach dem Hype – Vortrag & Networking ⭐️ by EFS-Wienerberg
💬 **KI : Echte Mehrwerte nach dem Hype**
Du möchtest mehr über Künstliche Intelligenz und ihre praktischen Einsatzmöglichkeiten im Alltag und im Business erfahren? Dann bist du bei diesem Event genau richtig. In diesem Vortrag bekommst du Einblicke in aktuelle KI-Trends, hilfreiche Prompting-Tipps und siehst konkrete Anwendungsfälle.
‼️ **Hard Facts**
🗓 **Datum:** 19.02.2026
🕖 **Einlass:** 19:00 Uhr
🕢 **Start Vortrag:** 19:30 Uhr
🍽 **Im Anschluss:** Essen, Getränke & Networking
📍 **Wo:** MyHive am Wienerberg, 16. Stock mit atemberaubendem Blick über ganz Wien
**⚠️ Bitte beachte:** Eine **Bestätigung deines Kommens ist zwingend notwendig**, damit wir das Catering planen können.
🎤 **Fachvortrag von Jonas Zimmer**
Experte für Prozessautomatisierung
**Thema: Künstliche Intelligenz in der Praxis**
* Aktuelle KI-Trends und Entwicklungen
* Prompting-Tipps für bessere Ergebnisse mit KI-Tools
* Konkrete Anwendungsfälle für Alltag und Business
* Praxisnahe Einblicke
👥 **Für wen ist das Event geeignet?**
* Menschen, die praxisnahes Wissen aus erster Hand erhalten möchten
* Menschen die an KI und technischem Fortschritt interessiert sind
* Alle, die sich für Selbstständigkeit, Vermögensaufbau oder neue berufliche Perspektiven interessieren
💡 **Voraussetzungen:**
Keine Vorkenntnisse erforderlich, keine Verpflichtungen.
Komm vorbei, hör zu, stell Fragen und genieße einen inspirierenden Abend mit Ausblick und Networking.
Evening Sound Meditation
A gentle space to slow down and unwind at the end of the week.
This session is designed to help you release stress, calm the nervous system, and transition softly into the weekend through guided relaxation and subtle live sound.
No experience needed.
Just come, lie down, listen, and rest.
Open to everyone.
"Zu höherem Bewusstsein erwachen!" - Jeden 2. FR im Monat
Wenn Sie **HU** (gesprochen Hjuu) täglich zwanzig Minuten lang mit Liebe singen, beginnen sich die Bande und Fesseln zu lösen, welche die Seele einengen. Nicht alle auf einmal, sondern sehr langsam, in einem Tempo, das Sie verstehen und annehmen können. Während diese Bindungen gelöst werden, wächst die Seele in spirituelle Freiheit hinein, für mehr Freude, Weisheit und Frieden.
[Wie singe ich HU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_afRdPjU-I)
Download der kostenlosen [HU-App](https://www.eckankar.at/#app)
Weitere Infos und Veranstaltungen: [ECKANKAR OESTERREICH](https://www.eckankar.at)
Tel.: 0043-1-7150999
Nature Photography Events This Week
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Extended Photography Workshop: Light, Seeing & Composition
*Light is the subject. Everything else supports it.*
**Extended Photography Workshop**
Date: Saturday, 14 March (14.03.2026)
Start: 16:00
Duration: approx. 4.5 hours
Location\*\*:\*\* Vienna (exact meeting point shared after booking)
***
This workshop is built around the transition from daylight to night.
We’ll work with natural light first and then move into controlled artificial light, allowing you to experience how different light sources shape mood, contrast, and meaning.
This workshop is focused on light — how to recognise it, shape it, and use it intentionally.
In the first part, we’ll work with natural light, contrast, direction, and colour, and how these elements influence mood and meaning in a photograph. The second half will be dedicated to working with artificial light, as that helps even further to understand how to work with light.
During the workshop I keep the focus on perception: learning to notice light before you lift the camera, and understanding how composition supports it.
You’ll learn how to simplify scenes, work with shadows, and make conscious choices rather than reacting to what’s in front of you.
The workshop is crucial as even professionals often do not use light to the full potential and I’ve seen many times when people working as photographers are forgetting about the most fundamental and complex part of it – light! Photo is light and here I explain ways to use it to your advantage
###### During the workshop you’ll
* observe and analyse light before taking a photograph
* practice seeing contrast, direction, and colour in real situations
* shoot guided exercises focused on light, not subjects
* review images together and talk through decisions
* learn how to approach unfamiliar scenes with a clear visual intention
###### After the workshop
You should feel more confident recognising good light, making deliberate choices, and understanding why you take a photograph — not just how.
To book this workshop you can get in touch through my contact form. Please note that a 50% prepayment is required to secure your spot
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**To book the workshop and learn more about it you can visit:** [https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/photography-workshops-in-vienna/](https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/photography-workshops-in-vienna/)
**And get in touch to book:** [https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/contact/](https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/contact/)
Salsa Dance Photoshoot: Be Our Guest Photographer! 📸💃🏻🕺🏻 Vienna
Enjoy capturing the rhythm of salsa dancing with your camera 📸💃🕺
[https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVn298hCPLw](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DVn298hCPLw)
**Be our photographer guest :)**
📸 Practice your photography at a fun, informal salsa workshop with young professionals. You may join us for only 30 or 60 min as well.
🎶 Join the dancing too, if you like! We dance in a group - no partner needed.
🎧 Enjoy our chill-out breaks with refreshments and DJ vibes.
💫 Non-profit event. We'd appreciate you sharing a few photos afterward (can be unedited). We will post them in our event platforms and tag you as collaborator :)
ℹ️ Posting content in your own platforms: please agree directly with the participant(s) on its use and conditions.
**We're inviting 2 photographers to join us as our special guests.**
Please register over Instagram. Just DM us with the word "salsa" to claim your spot 👇🏻
[https://instagram.com/salsameetups](https://instagram.com/salsameetups)
Photowalk: Maximalism, Creating busy shots with intent
This time we are trying to bring order into busy images. Preferably bring a wider lens. More info when we meet.
Donation Based Event:
*If you'd like to support my work with a donation, that's awesome, but it's entirely up to you. The main goal is to come together and enjoy the photo walk. Your presence is what matters most!*
**Important: To make it easier to find each other we have a group chat where we also connect, share pictures and updates about meetings: [https://t.me/+_xMTFu0BKaoyYzVi](https://t.me/+_xMTFu0BKaoyYzVi)**
To see examples of my works you can follow these links:
🔗 My Website ([https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/](https://www.phfedorvasilev.com/))🔗 Instagram ([https://www.instagram.com/phfedorvasilev/](https://www.instagram.com/phfedorvasilev/))
If you shoot on a phone you can get an app like Pro Cam for iPhone these apps will give you more power over the settings.
Social Hike: Moon River
What an experience. After a 10-minute train ride just outside Vienna proper, we'll hit the fields and seek out a small creek heading East, passing two villages and one lovely town famous for its brewery. Low-flying planes hint at the proximity of an airport. Slowly turning into a river, the creek yet leads us in a different direction through thick forests and water preservation areas.
To secure your spots, please ...
Step 1: RSVP here on Meetup first (optional but recommended)
Step 2: Complete your booking at https://vienna.ixpat.com/moonriver
Hainburg: Stories Along the Trail
Hi everyone!
On **Saturday, March 14**, 2026, I am planning a beautiful early-spring hike.
This hike combines scenic landscapes, gentle walking, and many layers of European history in one surprisingly rich area. Our route will take us across Braunsberg, past Hainburg Castle, and through parts of the Hundsheimer Berge.
As we walk, history appears naturally along the trail: remains of Celtic settlements (including reconstructed sections of a wooden palisade and watchtower), traces of Roman routes, the medieval town walls of Hainburg, and even landscapes that once formed part of the Cold War border.
**What makes this hike special**
🌄 Wide panoramic views over the **Danube**, the **Marchfeld plains**, and toward **Bratislava**
🏺 Traces of everyday life in ancient times, from Celtic earthworks to Roman routes
🏰 Atmospheric **medieval walls, gates, and castle ruins** in Hainburg an der Donau
🌍 A peaceful landscape that once marked a **Cold War border**, now open and welcoming
⛰️ **Arche Noah Half-Cave** – a small rock shelter typical of the karst landscape of Braunsberg
We will explore all of this at a **relaxed pace**, with time to enjoy the views, conversations, and quiet moments in nature.
**Meeting Point & Travel**
We will meet at **Wien-Praterstern station at 07:45am** near the ticket machines.
Please arrive a little early so we have enough time to organize the group tickets.
If you join the Einfach-raus-**group ticket**, please note:
* The ticket requires us to **travel together on both the outbound and return journey**
* If you would like more flexibility (for example leaving earlier or later), or if you arrive too late at the meeting point please **buy your own VOR Freizeit-ticket instead**
The train leaves 08:15am from Wien-Praterstern and we should arrive in Hainburg by 09:26am. Trains back to Vienna run every hour and we would aim for the train back to Vienna leaving Hainburg at 17:06.
**Hike Details**
Duration: approx. **6 hours** (pure walking time)
Distance: approx. **16.6 km**
Elevation: **750 m up / 749 m down**
Difficulty: **Technically easy**, but **basic fitness required**
More information about the trail: [https://www.bergwelten.com/t/w/9343](https://www.bergwelten.com/t/w/9343)
**Group Pace & Staying Togehter**
Friendly reminder: This is a social hike, not a speed competition.
We will walk at a comfortable group pace and take short breaks when needed.
If you prefer to walk much faster, this may not be the right hike for you.
Staying roughly together helps with navigation, safety, and group feeling. Thank you for helping create a friendly and supportive atmosphere for everyone.
**Practical notes**
I will send a weather update on Thursday evening to everyone who is registered.
Mid-March can feel like spring — or like winter returning for one last surprise.
**Please bring:**
* Sturdy hiking shoes
* Layered clothing
* At least 1 liter of water
* Your own snacks (no restaurant stop is planned)
Some sections might be muddy depending on the weather.
**Disclaimer**
As always, this is a free private leisure activity.
I am not a certified hiking guide, and participation is at your own responsibility and risk.
Looking forward to seeing you on the trail!
Jörg
**Information regarding the ticket options**
**The "Einfach-raus" Group Ticket**
We will use a group ticket and it requires some coordination:
* **How it works:** It is one ticket for a group of 2–5 people. We will form these groups who then have to travel together both directions at the meeting point at **07:45 - please be on time if you want to participate**. **You must travel together for both the departure and the return journey.** You cannot split off and take a different train home if you are on a group ticket.
* **The Cost:** The more people in a group, the cheaper it gets. Expect to pay between €**10 and €19** per person. To be fair, we can either pay by specific group size or pool all money and split it equally.
* **Cash is Mandatory:** Please bring **physical cash and coins**. We need to collect the money before buying the tickets to make sure everyone gets their change back quickly.
Information regarding this ticket: [https://www.oebb.at/en/tickets-kundenkarten/freizeit-urlaub/einfach-raus-ticket](https://www.oebb.at/en/tickets-kundenkarten/freizeit-urlaub/einfach-raus-ticket)
If you prefer not to be tied to a group, or if you aren't sure when you want to head back to Vienna, do not join the group ticket. Instead, buy the VOR Freizeitticket, it costs €19,90 for the day in lower Austria. This will also be your option to still join if you arrive too late for the group ticket. Information regarding this ticket: [https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket](https://www.vor.at/en/tickets/ticket-overview/leisure-ticket)
✨Speed Networking✨
⭐️Speed Networking Vienna
Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet new friends.
⭐️Looking to expand your circle, meet inspiring people and actually enjoy the process? This is not just about business contacts — it’s about real human connection, shared interests and new friendships that can grow into something meaningful.
🔄 How it works:
10-minute one-to-one chats, new person each round. Easy, natural and relaxed — no awkward vibes, no forced conversations.
⭐️Perfect for people from different professions who want to connect, collaborate, exchange ideas and simply meet great new people.
💎Price 10€ and order a drink
📌 Limited spots – registration required.
Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts and new friends. 💬✨
Join us on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr
Weekly Sunday Ice Bathing in the Danube 🧊
❄️ Welcome to Seek Discomfort – Ice Bathing Club Vienna! 🧊
Ready to do something a little crazy… in the best way?
We’re a welcoming community of people who love stepping outside our comfort zones, trying new things, and facing the cold together.
No matter who you are, where you’re from, or how old you are — you’re welcome here. New to Vienna? An expat? Just curious? Perfect. Most of our meetups are in English, and it’s a great way to connect with like-minded people.
At our sessions, we dip (or swim!) in icy water, support each other, practice optional simple breathing techniques, and discover just how strong we really are — mentally and physically.
❗️Safety first, always.
No pressure, no ego. You only do what feels right for you. Expect encouragement, positive energy, and a shared adventure you won’t forget.
🎒 What to bring:
Swimsuit, towel, warm clothes, and something hot to drink.
Come challenge yourself, feel alive, and maybe even fall in love with the cold.
Hope to see you in the water soon 🧊🔥
Nature Photography Events Near You
Connect with your local Nature Photography community
SOLD OUT- Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
w Rebecca McMackin
Free at Bexley Library
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
with Rebecca McMackin
Wednesday, March 18
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens.
Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically.
Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden.
She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.
Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches.
She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the
Harvard Graduate School of Design.
This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.
Photoshop Bootcamp (Session 01 of 02)
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend.
Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below:
I. Introduction to Photoshop
* **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar.
* **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK).
* **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility.
II. Working with selections
* **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool.
* **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges.
* **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending.
III. Layers and Adjustments
* **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers.
* **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects.
* **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation).
IV. Photo retouching and manipulation
* **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements.
* **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs.
* **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation.
V. Advanced techniques
* **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions.
* **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers.
* **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers.
VI. Output and workflow
* **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs.
* **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations.
* **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop.
VII. Wrap-up and Q&A
* **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop.
* **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance.
* **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop.
GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES:
There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions.
For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd).
The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop:
* The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment.
* Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee.
A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water.
Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo - Free Class
Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH
Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking
A bog can serve the same functions as a traditional rain garden but has the advantages of being low maintenance, climate resilient and attractive for a much longer part of the year.
David Marsolo is a long time Wild Ones member. He has been maintaining artificial bogs at his suburban Westerville home for about 20 years. He will describe how to install a bog and fill it with many interesting native plants including pollinator and host plants
https://columbus.wildones.org/calendar-of-events-and-programs/?wo_event_id=11160
Photoshop Bootcamp (Session 02 of 02)
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend.
Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below:
I. Introduction to Photoshop
* **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar.
* **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK).
* **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility.
II. Working with selections
* **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool.
* **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges.
* **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending.
III. Layers and Adjustments
* **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers.
* **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects.
* **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation).
IV. Photo retouching and manipulation
* **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements.
* **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs.
* **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation.
V. Advanced techniques
* **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions.
* **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers.
* **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers.
VI. Output and workflow
* **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs.
* **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations.
* **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop.
VII. Wrap-up and Q&A
* **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop.
* **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance.
* **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop.
GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES:
There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions.
For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd).
The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop:
* The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment.
* Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee.
A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water.
Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.
Whitehall Park Hike
Join us for 2.5 mile hike at the Whitehall Community Park leaving from the Whitehall YMCA. We will do two 1.25 loops around the park all on a paved path, including one significant hill.
Using Philosophy to Cope with Current Events
So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!
Sharon Woods HIKE
Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.
























