"Pro for a day" - Melb Studio Workshop

[Oz_Beachside]

Alrighty then, we have had great success with our Melbourne workshops in the past, its time to plan other! Based on feedback received from all those who attended the previous workshops, I’d like to organize an even bigger and better one this time, I’m thinking along the lines of “pro for a day”…
Picture this, you book your place, as places will fill fast… you arrive the weekend morning of the studio based workshop/shoot… past the reception desk there is three studios, all for your use, all day. 3 to 4 stations are set up, with a variety of still life, portrait, and maybe fashion… each with a variety of studio flash, natural light, and hot lamps… maybe the forth using hot shoe flash. Perhaps even a touch of special effects…

You bring yourself, your camera on your shoulder, and your vision… you walk around a little and check out all the sets set up for you to play with and learn amongst the excitement of similar like minded people, all there to add to their skills in capturing THE shot… you take a seat in a presentation area, all the seats fill quickly since all arrived right on time, in fact early… as the house music subsides, you are welcomed warmly by your host, and the day kicks off with a meet and greet… starting out with some of the basics of light, how it works, how to use it, how to abuse it… the instructor steps through some more advanced concepts, but all within a short time, as while your sitting there, all you want to do is get shooting…

The schedule is explained, and the logistics around it… split into 4 groups, and move towards your allocated station…. There you will meet your stations team lead, who will begin to demonstrate the topic, and the contents of what you are about to learn… you work together to get the set arranged, backgrounds, foregrounds, stands, lights, subjects, scrims, reflectors, modifiers, simple things, other techie thingos, lights, meter, action!

You shoot away, then change places with other members of your group, and watch them and learn together, while you chimp away, hunched over the little screen that we all do so well…

In between, your shots are downloaded to a PC, for later to have some critique time together…

You move onto station two… this time, different lighting sources, different angles, different subject, this time it’s a portrait of a distinguished member of society… you get that shot, with the assistance and teamwork of your fellow togs…

You break for an in-house lunch, so as to maximize the time shooting…


Station three, and its time for fashion, and full length portraits, wind in the hair, twirling dresses, sharp dressed models posing with you. You will get the opportunity to work with experienced models, and beginners. Practice the art of pose, and direction…



…then possibly to the last station, a product shot set, light tent… and you are creating a catalog image for a number of products…



Subject to weather, we may be able to step out to the lane at the rear of the studio, and get some grungy portraits shot with available light…



The four sessions are completed, and then we share our shots for a group peer review, and critique given to the brave…

Then to close the day, the last topic, is taking group shots, so we in fact are challenged with the task to take a portrait of the groups we are in… getting the lighting, exposure, angle, all good so you are a pro at your next family gathering…





After that, all hands on deck to pack up the kit, and discuss what we enjoyed most from the day…

We can see how well this extended format works, and possibly arrange a follow up session 3 weeks after (please indicate your interest in this too, so I can arrange…) where you can bring in prints from the workshop, or your work since so you can share your learnings…

This will require a large studio, with a few sets for each workstation, so there will be some cost, depending on numbers, probably somewhere between $80 to $100 (now that’s a bargain at twice the price!!!).

So, where to from here…

If we can get enough together, I’ll lock it in, and we book the facility, gear, and people required to make this happen, so now over to you, for a show of hands… (happy as always to receive input in agenda, and all other aspects…)

How about Saturday January 19th, 10am to 5pm?

Go on then, post your interest… this will be aimed at a level where all will be able to get results they are pleased with!

PS: Gary, can we link this from the calendar section? Please?

[Alpha_7]

Sounds awesome bruce, well worth a plane ticket down there from interstate.

[Oz_Beachside]

Sounds awesome bruce, well worth a plane ticket down there from interstate.

all welcome, it would be great to get a few in from around the place...

wonder if we could get the numbers up close to 30???

[Jonesy]

This sounds great!!!

Melboure = 5hr drive. My other half will be there anyway for training...

Hmm let me check the roster at work as this could all fall into place for once!

Pencil me in but let me get back to you in terms of putting it in ink!

[Ant]

Watching with interest, cant commit now as it will depend on my wife's shift that weekend.

Ant.

[gstark]

Great idea. Bruce.

PS: Gary, can we link this from the calendar section? Please?

Done.

[Steffen]

Wow! You sold the idea so well that you're bound to get lots of interstate interest. I for one would love to come along, and I might just make it possible.

Good stuff!

Cheers
Steffen.

[Onyx]

Sounds great. I've never been to Melbourne. This just might be the catalyst for me to go visit.

[Kyle]

Sounds like an awesome event right there

Might have to consider making the trip down!!!

[Oz_Beachside]

sounds like strong interest already, I'm really looking forward to it!

5 from interstate, thanks for your interest.

I hope all who have attended the previous workshops can attend also

[Kyle]

If I do come I can bring down a brolly box and stand from ronnie lings ebay shop and also a photoflex mini softbox with impact stand..

If people are interested in checking them out that is..

[pucara]

at this stage I'm in great idea beachside

[Louie]

Yep, put me down too .... I will put my roster request in tomorrow
Thanks Bruce!

[Oz_Beachside]

thanks all for your interest, we are getting close to a minimum critical mass to get this off the ground!

[Jonesy]

Bruce.

Do you know where the location will be,
Just want to start organising Accomodation as due to the Tennis its all ready getting thin for that week!

Oh by the way.... I"M IN

[olrac]

I am in...

[kab]

Sounds great Bruce.

I'm in, provided the date doesn't clash. May also bring the other half.
Look forward to it....

[photograham]

Bruce, add my name to the list too please. Also just chatted to she who must be obeyed, so add Margaret onto the list as well.

[Oz_Beachside]

THanks Carlo?, Keith and Graham, done.

Its looking like a great day already folks!!! 15 so far, lets hit 30 and make a huge day of it

[Oz_Beachside]

Bruce.

Do you know where the location will be,
Just want to start organising Accomodation as due to the Tennis its all ready getting thin for that week!

Oh by the way.... I"M IN

Discussing with 3 studios, hopefully in South Yarra.

[marcotrov]

Sounds oh so tempting Bruce I just may try to organise something as I am on holidays then....hmmm. Thanks for organising it. Wonderful concept. How soon do you need a definite answer? It's a fair way. I'll definitely have to pack a cut lunch and take a compass
cheers
marco

[Oz_Beachside]

I think we should secure places via payment by about 30 Nov.

[Oz_Beachside]

ok, things are coming along great. I have touched based with two of our fellow members and we will meet to put a schedule together, and throw ideas around.

current thoughts to have 4 stations, and do two rotations, with light variation on each station, so you we can rework learnings from other stations, and mash it all together!!!

layout may be two stations with studio kits, third with a product light tent, and the forth using flash guns (SB600/SB800/canon...) each with a variety to modifiers to add/bounce/subtract lighting.

any other members interested, or are we at about full numbers, just helps us with planning?

[glennles]

I'm very interested also. I'll try and firm up some details for me and give you a definite answer in the next few days.

[Oz_Beachside]

maybe the NSW crew should car pool into a small bus?

[glennles]

the "you can go shopping" card has been dealt and has come up a winner hehe

i'm a definite

[Willy wombat]

Im in - Sounds like fun

[Reschsmooth]

Sounds like a great day - although it would have to be either my wife or I who would attend as someone would need to look after our 7 month old (as he will be at that time). At this stage, count me out, unfortunately.

[Oz_Beachside]

looks like about 25 so far, invite your friends!

[Bandit]

Novices allowed to attend?

[Oz_Beachside]

Novices allowed to attend?

all are welcome, we will start off with some basics of photography, concepts of lighting, and then plenty of hands on experimentation!!!

see you there!

[Ant]

Sounds like a great day - although it would have to be either my wife or I who would attend as someone would need to look after our 7 month old (as he will be at that time). At this stage, count me out, unfortunately.

What, you dont want to start his modelling career early?

Ant.

[Oz_Beachside]

Bruce.

Do you know where the location will be,
Just want to start organising Accomodation as due to the Tennis its all ready getting thin for that week!

Oh by the way.... I"M IN

Subject to booking, its going to be in StKilda, near Nepean Hwy and Chapel St.

[Oz_Beachside]

Well, thanks for strong interest.

The day will open with an introduction to the basic essentials required for the day by Anthony (Antsl), from there we will break into 3-4 studios, lead by Anthony, Wayne (Pirostitch), and Dave (DaveB).

I went to the studio today, and its HUGE. Lots of space, lots of well seperated studios, break out areas, full kitchen, lounge, bathrooms. Lots of different sets we can use, HEAPS of controlled natural light. Lots of gear to play with, and most importantly, for us all to experiement, stretch, and learn new things, and have a great day together.

I will be discussing details further with Anthony, Wayne, and Dave, but for now, we will have sets to use studio lights, speedlights (Nikon and Canon Wireless), and some natural lighting. WOW, lots of learning to be done!!!

The venue also has a grungy laneway, some rustic sights to shoot from also.

Most likely catered with a light lunch, but shops are near by for handy breaks.

Three models and a makeup artist secured also. Need suggestions for the still life subject (three ideas that fit into a 90cm light tent).

I need to secure the venue with a deposit this week, so please PM me and I'll send you my bank details. Cost currently looking at $100 ea (models, stylists, loads of gear, lunch, 3-4 full studios).

Current list is;
0.antsl
0.pirostitch
0.daveb
1.oz_beachside
2.Alpha_7
3.Jonesy
4.Ant
5.Steffen
6.Onyx
7.Kyle
8.pucara
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (partner)
14.photograham
15.photograham (partner)
16.marcotrov
17.glennles
18.Willy wombat
19.Bandit
20.russell d
21. <insert your name here>
...
30. <insert your friends name here>

[Bandit]

I'm out guys... apologies

Current list is;
0.antsl
0.pirostitch
0.daveb
1.oz_beachside
2.Alpha_7
3.Jonesy
4.Ant
5.Steffen
6.Onyx
7.Kyle
8.pucara
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (partner)
14.photograham
15.photograham (partner)
16.marcotrov
17.glennles
18.Willy wombat
19.russell d
20.<insert your name here>
...
30. <insert your friends name here>

[servaasproducts]

Sounds great, I'm in!

Name added to list...

Current list is;
0.antsl
0.pirostitch
0.daveb
1.oz_beachside
2.Alpha_7
3.Jonesy
4.Ant
5.Steffen
6.Onyx
7.Kyle
8.pucara
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (partner)
14.photograham
15.photograham (partner)
16.marcotrov
17.glennles
18.Willy wombat
19.russell d
20.servaasproducts

[Oz_Beachside]

venue booked today, I will PM payment details to those not yet PM'd me.

we have secured the whole venue, so can shoot on a whole variety of sets/locations.

have a nice day!

[photograham]

Bewdy!! I going now to pack my camera bag!!!!!!

[Oz_Beachside]

Bewdy!! I going now to pack my camera bag!!!!!!

hi graham, pack for portraits, pack for fashion in stairwells, brickwalls, rusty gal iron, old doors, big industrial heaters, products in light tents, lounge and kitchen sets, people, group shots, and some surprises!!!

[DaveB]

And your bag's going to stay packed for the next two months???

[Oz_Beachside]

well, the response to this has been overwelming!

we have 13 models interested, with a mix of experience from 2 shoots, to 5 years runway/catalog. even some in the current FHM / Ralph mags...

we will shoot people, and products.

its going to be a big day

come on you melbournites, sign up. and we will welcome members from all walks of life, from those who still shoot in Auto, to those who are masters.
bring your camera, a lens, some batteries/cards, your flash gun (if you have one, but we will have plenty to share) so your instructor can show you how to use it well.

looking forward to meeting some new faces, and seeing some friends!

[Oz_Beachside]

PM's sent to all unpaid on the list, bank details sent. Please PM me if you can't pay that way and we can work somehting out.

I am really looking forward to using the natural light this studio offers, it will be delightful!

Current List;
1.oz_beachside
2.Jonesy
3.Ant
4.Steffen
5.Onyx
6.Kyle
7.pucara
8.pucara (friend)
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (partner)
14.photograham
15.photograham (Margaret)
16.marcotrov
17.glennles
18.Willy wombat
19.servaasproducts
20.russell d.
21.gregB

[Greg B]

I'm in and paid up. Excellent work Bruce, looking forward to a great day.

[Oz_Beachside]

Thanks to all those who have paid, or let me know when they will pay, 5 im still to hear from.

Ladies and Gents, with such a great space, some sensational leadership by our instructors, models, products, stylists etc its going to be a great day, why dont you invite your budding dslr owners? we need a few more to make this work

current list;
1.oz_beachside
2.Jonesy
3.Ant
4.Steffen
5.Onyx
6.Kyle
7.pucara
8.pucara (friend)
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (Lou)
14.photograham
15.photograham (Margaret)
16.glennles
17.Willy wombat
18.servaasproducts
19.russell d.
20.gregB

[Peter Canon5d]

Sounds like a good day,
If there is still room I would be keen.

[michael_]

if there is room id come down from sydney for this

[Oz_Beachside]

Sounds like a good day,
If there is still room I would be keen.

there is room, and welcome!

bring a friend

I'll PM you the pay details tonight.

[Oz_Beachside]

if there is room id come down from sydney for this

there is room, and welcome!

bring a friend

I'll PM you the pay details tonight.

[Oz_Beachside]

current list;
1.oz_beachside
2.Jonesy
3.Ant
4.Steffen
5.Onyx
6.Kyle
7.pucara
8.pucara (friend)
9.Louie
10.7zark7
11.olrac
12.kab
13.kab (Lou)
14.photograham
15.photograham (Margaret)
16.glennles
17.Willy wombat
18.servaasproducts
19.russell d.
20.gregB
21. michael_
22. Peter Canon5d
... <add your ID here>

Make Up artists, Models, products, and bring your kit!

[methd]

pretty annoyed i can't come even though i've set up my own studio... have fun everyone.