Award Winning Fine Art and Commercial Photography
How do you a photograph that visual stimulating image? How can you make a photograph look bold or interesting? These are things that are not always easy to understand. Learn more about your camera and how to make ordinary subjects extraordinary. Have an instructor introduce composition techniques and demystify some camera functions. Learn how to eliminate distractions, use lines, texture and the Rule of Thirds to create more dynamic images. Begin to see beyond your primary subject so that every feature in the frame improves the image and draws the viewers attention into a vibrant and stimulating photograph. This trip is open to digital and film photographers of all experience levels.
Particiapants are responsible for their own transportation. Groups are limited to a small group of 3 to 5 and sometimes 8 occupants. The bigger the group the more it can create problems with composition for all. We would be glad to answer any questions you might have through email at SteveSieren@gmail.com Don't wait register for a workshop today!
Customizable private & small group workshops available too. Lodging and meals are not included but we would be glad to reccommend a great place to stay whether it be luxurious, resourceful or even primitive.
All photo workshops are lead by Steve Sieren. His images have showcased in Outdoor Photographer magazine and other magazines on numerous occasions.
Gift Certificates Available - Special Group Discounts - Returning Students get 15% off any workshops - All workshops are sponsored by Mpix.com
*Ask about my upcoming Grand Teton Nat'l Park Workshop with 3 other instructors May 30 - Jun 5th.
"Photograph the Subway in Fall"
Photographer Skill level: beginner to advanced
Hiking Skill level: Strenuous 9 mile hike
Zion is one the most beautiful places to photograph fall color in Utah. 4 participant max.
Photographic skills and an open mind are the primary requirements for this workshop. Students are required to know the basics about using the camera on manual settings.
This workshop is right for you if
You want to explore the full potential of photography and your personal vision while making photographs at inspiring locations, receiving feedback on your images as you make them.
November 6th and 7th, 2009(8th otpional)
This workshop will begin around mid day Friday and end Saturday evening. There will be an optional sunrise shoot on Sunday morning. Lodging not included but I'm willing to recommend places to stay. Transportation not included.
Workshop price $375
Room for one more. Yes, only 1 Spot Left!!
If you do sign up at this point please follow up with a phone call. 805 407-1164 Since away from the PC quite a bit. Click here for More photos of Zion
"Moab / Canyon Lands and Arches National Parks"
When: Nov 10-14 Price: $495
If you have not experienced Arches or Canyonlands this is the perfect workshop for you. We will visit the Icons that you associate these parks with and visit a few other beautiful photographic locations that you wil be unfamiliar with.
There will be 3 other Landscape instructors available. This a a very low student to instructor ratio so YOU WILL get the One On One Instruction you are looking for.
Classroom instruction will include a discussion on the importance of composition, Photoshop, an intro Lightroom 2, and HDR techniques.
Transportation and meals not included but we can provide meals during the time we are in the in field for a small fee.
More details to come
Please Contact me for details. If you do sign up at this point please follow up with a phone call. 805 407-1164 Since away from the PC quite a bit.
Dec 4th-6th, 2009
$295.00 - Last year's price $495.00
Come and experience a fall and sunset / sunrise beaches color workshop only minutes away from Downtown Los Angeles.
This workshop is right for you if
You want to explore the full potential of photography and your personal vision while making photographs at inspiring locations, and receiving feedback on your images as you make them.
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A few photographs of the Santa Monica Mountains and Beaches
Ask about our single day or half day pricing for this workshop
Dec 11th-13th, 2009
$485.00 - Last year's price $595.00
I have been leading workshops to Death Valley since 2005. This is a Winter Workshop when the valley is surround by mountains that for a short period of time can be snowcapped after rain and snowstorms. Catching a rainstorm can bring the desert to life. The place is a natural wonder and situated in America's largest national park in the lower 48 states. It is also the lowest place in the US at -282 ft below sea level. It's stunning dune fields are continually transformed by wind under big sky. Light and shadows constantly change revealing an amazing variety of form and color. The dune fields, badlands, mountains and salt flats throughout the park are varied and a number of plants and animals have adapted to this strange environment.
What will the weather be like? While many people in the country will spend the winter shivering in their fleece and staring at gray skies, we will be photographing, hiking, and swimming if you would like in California's Death Valley National Park. Oh and watching some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the world. The winter months are the best suitable time of the year for photographers to explore this surreal and quietly captivating California park. December has an average high of 65F and thier precipitation average at this time is 0.18 inchesso it will be quite warmer and drier than most other places around. Grab your camera and join us while we take in the dry desert air.
This workshop is right for you if
You want to explore the full potential of photography and your personal vision while making photographs at inspiring locations, receiving feedback on your images as you make them.
Death Valley Gallery I -- Death Valley Gallery II • Photos from Death Valley
Jan 16-18th, 2010 Martin Luther King Holiday weekend with optional early start on Jan 15th
$485.00 - Last year's price $595.00
I have been leading workshops to Death Valley since 2005. This is a Winter Workshop when the valley is surround by mountains that for a short period of time can be snowcapped after rain and snowstorms. Catching a rainstorm can bring the desert to life. The place is a natural wonder and situated in America's largest national park in the lower 48 states. It is also the lowest place in the US at -282 ft below sea level. It's stunning dune fields are continually transformed by wind under big sky. Light and shadows constantly change revealing an amazing variety of form and color. The dune fields, badlands, mountains and salt flats throughout the park are varied and a number of plants and animals have adapted to this strange environment.
What will the weather be like? While many people in the country will spend the winter shivering in their fleece and staring at gray skies, we will be photographing, hiking, and swimming if you would like in California's Death Valley National Park. Oh and watching some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the world. The winter months are the best suitable time of the year for photographers to explore this surreal and quietly captivating California park. December has an average high of 65F and thier precipitation average at this time is 0.18 inchesso it will be quite warmer and drier than most other places around. Grab your camera and join us while we take in the dry desert air.
This workshop is right for you if
You want to explore the full potential of photography and your personal vision while making photographs at inspiring locations, receiving feedback on your images as you make them.
Death Valley Gallery I -- Death Valley Gallery II • Photos from Death Valley
We have a block of rooms reserved at Xanterra Parks & Resorts which is a very hospitable and friendly place. The fee is $100 a night plus tax based on single occupancy. If you are interested in sharing a room with another participant please let me know so I can arrange with other participants.
Here is the perfect chance to learn the basics of ocean photography. Learn how to protect your equipment and to stay comfortable in in a constantly changing enviroment.
Sunday Afternoon January 24th 2010 $125.00
up to 8 participants
Be prepared to get a little wet!
Dates: Febuary 20-21.
For anyone that has ever tried light painting, you might of experienced many difficuties and frustrations. With the right guidance you can make things a lot easier and extend your shooting hours beyond what the hours of daylight allow. In winter time you experience shorter days and shorter sunsets and sunrises that last only minutes compared to the long days of summer. I will be leading this workshop along with photographer
Floris Van Bruegel. together so bring your camera and a flashlight or two. We will also be photographing static stars, star trails and Joshua trees from the golden hour into the twilight hour. The facinating granite formations of the Little San Bernadino Mountains coliding with the Colorado and Mojave desert ecosystems create the beauty and uniqueness of this special park. There will be an optional siesta time to recovery from a slight lack of sleep.
This workshop is limited to 6 participants total. We go rain or shine - but of course, this is the desert, so rain is rare, and you should in fact be delighted if we run into some clouds, which can make night photography an even more magical experience. Price does not include transportation, food, or loding. I am happy to provide recommendations for lodging nearby, you are also welcome to join me and Floris at our campsite.
This workshop is right for you if
You want to explore the full potential of photography and your personal vision while making photographs at inspiring locations, receiving feedback on your images as you make them.
Only 3 spots left! Limit 6 students to 2 instructors.
There will be a waiting list if the workshop fills so please to give your contact info for that.
"Combining Photography & Lightweight backpacking"
Skill level: beginner to intermediate
The easiest high elevation backpacking overnight outing you could think of. 4 participant max.
Saturday August 29th 2009 returning the next morning
Workshop price $245
Contact me - Steve@FineHomePix.comFitness requirement: participants must be able to carry 25 to 35lbs. on their back up a 400ft elevation gain for the length of a mile. Students will learn how to go longer distances in the future.
Other upcoming courses
Big Sur in Spring 2 Day Crash Course May 3-5 $495
Yosemite in Spring 2 Day Crash Course May 8-10 $495
Easten Sierra 2 Day Crash Course May 17-19 $495
Eastern Sierra Photo Workshop 3 Day Course June 5-9 $750
Fall in the Eastern Sierra 2 Day Crash Course Oct 2-4 $495
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