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Morning Workshop Thursday, February 12, 2026 8:00am - 12:00pm David Akoubian: Creating Miniature Still-life and Abstract Macro Scenes
Macro photography is one of the most challenging genres of photography but can also be one of the most rewarding as well. When you learn good techniques for macro it carries over into your other work, like landscapes and even wildlife photography. The overwhelming majority of prints that I sell are macro or abstract images because of their lack of a definitive theme, which allows interior decorators to use them more often simply for complementary colors or shapes. David Akoubian's workshop will help you hone your macro skills and learn to organize the chaos of abstract photography. He will talk about portable lighting as well as camera settings to achieve the proper depth of field needed for macro. A macro lens is ideal, but any lens capable of focusing close, preferably allowing the photographer a 1:4 ratio or closer will work. COST: $100 (Non-Member $125)
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Afternoon Workshop Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm Mary Presson Roberts: Create Digital Composites and Collages
Unleash your creativity by using your own photography to create digital composites and collages. In this workshop, Mary will describe the difference between collages and composites, show examples, and demonstrate how to create composites and collages. She will also provide participants with files to practice things covered during the workshop. Guided practice time will allow participants to do hands-on work with Mary’s support. After working with the practice files, participants will begin creating composites and collages using their own nature photography images. COST: $100 (Non-Member $125)
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Afternoon Workshop Thursday, February 12, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm Emilie Talpin: Starting Your Video Adventure the Right Way
Step into the world of video with your mirrorless camera in this practical, beginner-friendly workshop. Emile will cover everything you need to start filming confidently — from setting up your camera for video, choosing the right resolution and frame rate, and understanding exposure for motion, to achieving smooth focus and great audio. This workshop will also cover the basics of post-processing and guide you through creating your own one-minute video clip. Bring your camera and enthusiasm — it’s time to take your skills to the next level and start filming! COST $100 (Non-Member $125)
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