2016 Fall Weekend Photo Workshop at Cape Cod National Seashore

Posted on January 1, 2016 by Kathy

Cape Cod Weekend PhotoJourneys Workshop

Sept 16th-18th, 2016 $395

Writers, painters, and photographers have long enjoyed the benefits of a Cape Cod creative retreat. This magnificent haven boasts incredible sunrises and sunsets, still wild long sandy beaches, ponds and tall grasses, salt marshes, lighthouses, dramatic sand dunes, quaint shops, a even a windmill. September on the Cape is considered by some to be the most lovely, with dramatic light and less crowds.

During the workshop, Kathy will work with each participant to address opportunities to capture unique images and enhance their photographic knowledge and skill. The goal of the workshop is learning in a supportive and fun environment with other photo enthusiasts.

There will be plenty of in the field shooting, as well as post capture editing time. Kathy is an Adobe certified Lightroom expert and will be sharing tips on non-destructive post-processing to make your images sing! If you don’t own Lightroom, you can download the free 30 day trial from Adobe, but it’s not required. However you feel comfortable editing is fine.

We will discuss camera settings and functions that can be used to increase your creativity, exposure, depth of field, rules of composition and other digital tips. The class size is small so the personal attention time is high. We want you to come home with amazing photos and a better understanding of how you achieved them!

Bring your questions!

Painting with Light in Wellfleet

Click here for PDF with more information about itinerary, registration and accommodations!

Register BEFORE August 15th for a 10% discount

Friday, Sept 16th 5pm – Sunday, Sept 18th at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members and registration prior to August 1st – 10% discount $356

More details provided upon registration.

New Lightroom workshop dates announced for 2016

Posted on December 11, 2015 by Kathy

2016 Jan, Feb and March Classes at Digital Silver Imaging

Click link below for more info and to sign up:

Lightroom Workshops at Digital Silver Imaging 2016

Sat., January 23rd, 2016 – Lightroom 101 – Basics and Beyond
Sat., February 13th, 2016 – Lightroom Develop Module Intensive
Sat., March 5th, 2016 – Lightroom Library and Print Module Intensive

All classes will run from 12-5pm

Digital Silver Imaging is located at 9 Brighton Street in Belmont MA 617 489-0035

PhotoJourneys Workshops first year a success!

Posted on November 21, 2015 by Kathy

Hi everyone,

I am so delighted that the first year of PhotoJourneys full schedule of workshops was a success. I ran three half-day classes as well as one weekend workshop on the Cape in Sept; a sunset class on the Boston Waterfront in May, and two mid-day photo walks in June, one in Salem, and another in the Boston Public Garden. Then there’s my freelance work, including photography at the Peabody Essex Museum, teaching Lightroom workshops, presenting a program on Panoramic Photography at the New England Camera Club Convention this summer, as well as to some individual clubs. Wow, I’m tired just thinking about it!

But how exciting and rewarding for me. I feel lucky to be able to meet so many of you great photo enthusiasts and try to bring a bit of my knowledge and experience to share.

I have just posted new Lightroom classes for 2016, which will be held at Digital Silver Imaging. Being an Adobe Certified Lightroom instructor means keeping up with the new version updates and fixes, so I took a couple of workshops at the PhotoPlus East convention in NYC this past October, one with Julianne Kost, the head Adobe Evangalista, and one with Katrin Eismann, who heads the photography department at the School of Visual Art in NYC. Both are incredible teachers and I not only learned technique, but style, so thanks ladies! And now I have more to share with you. Besides classes, I also teach Lightroom privately and this year have helped some clients move from Aperture, which is no longer supported by Apple, into Lightroom with only a few minor headaches. I sure wish these software programs wouldn’t specifically choose to NOT be compatible. It’s like the Canon and Nikon brands everything is opposite competition.

We are in the planning stages for 2016, so stay tuned!

Thanks everyone!

Kathy Tarantola

Fall Weekend Photo Workshop at Cape Cod National Seashore

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Kathy

Cape Cod Weekend PhotoJourneys Workshop

Sept 11th-13th, 2015 $395

Writers, painters, and photographers have long enjoyed the benefits of a Cape Cod creative retreat. This magnificent haven boasts incredible sunrises and sunsets, still wild long sandy beaches, ponds and tall grasses, salt marshes, lighthouses, dramatic sand dunes, quaint shops, a even a windmill. September on the Cape is considered by some to be the most lovely, with dramatic light and less crowds.

During the workshop, Kathy will work with each participant to address opportunities to capture unique images and enhance their photographic knowledge and skill. The goal of the workshop is learning in a supportive and fun environment with other photo enthusiasts.

There will be plenty of in the field shooting, as well as post capture editing time. Kathy is an Adobe certified Lightroom expert and will be sharing tips on non-destructive post-processing to make your images sing! If you don’t own Lightroom, you can download the free 30 day trial from Adobe, but it’s not required. However you feel comfortable editing is fine.

We will discuss camera settings and functions that can be used to increase your creativity, exposure, depth of field, rules of composition and other digital tips. The class size is small so the personal attention time is high. We want you to come home with amazing photos and a better understanding of how you achieved them!

Painting with Light in Wellfleet

Click here to access a PDF with more information!

Friday 5pm – Sunday at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members 10% discount $356

NECCC attendees 20% discount $316

More details provided upon registration.

Boston Public Garden One Day PhotoJourneys Workshop

Posted on June 14, 2015 by Kathy

One Day Boston Public Garden PhotoJourney Walkabout

New Special Pricing for all One Day Workshops – $65

Four hours of instruction and fun on location!

The last workshop sold out, so book soon.

Sunday, June 14, 2015 10-2 $65

Join instructor Kathy on this photo walkabout in the Boston Public Garden work with them to get great shots of flowers, the garden grounds, the famous Swan boats, fountains and the beautiful landscape. During this time of year, the gardens are bursting at the seams with glorious color that will keep everyone busy. We will discuss macro photography and how to get the most clarity, light and sharpness using tripods and reflectors.

The gardens are also a fabulous backdrop for portraits, and we will have a demonstration of how to get the best portrait using the best camera settings for depth of field, using natural and reflected light and even working with a flash so you can see the variations and options you have.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

More details provided upon registration.

Sunday, June 14, 2015 10-2

Special pricing – Saturday June 14th, 2015 10-2 $65

Previous student and camera club members special price $45

Salem, MA One Day PhotoJourneys Workshop

Posted on June 13, 2015 by Kathy

Salem, Massachusetts Photo Workshop

New Special Pricing for all One Day Workshops – $65

Four hours of instruction and fun on location!

The last workshop sold out, so book soon.

Saturday June 13th, 2015 10-2pm $65

Salem may be most widely known as the site of the 1692 witchcraft trials, but this colorful coastal city has much to offer photographers: a rich maritime heritage, an impressive display of grand historic architecture, the “Friendship”, a reconstruction of a 171-foot three-masted tall ship, and much more.

We will meet in the historic Hawthorn Hotel lobby next to the Salem Common and then begin our walk along the brick pedestrian walkway to the old town hall, and explore many scenic areas with great potential for creative images.

During the walk, Kathy will offer valuable individual feedback on your photos, and answer any technical questions you may have to help you learn the features of your camera. Any camera brand is welcome, but please bring your instruction manual. We will discuss creative use of depth of field and how to achieve it, getting the proper exposure, using exposure compensation to quickly over ride your camera’s meter when necessary.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

More information available upon registration

One Day Photo Workshop

Special pricing – Saturday June 13th, 2015 10-2 $65

Previous student and camera club members special price $45

Weekend PhotoJourney in Portland, Maine

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This Workshop has been postponed!

Weekend Photo Workshop in Portland, Maine

May 29th – 31st 2015 $395

Portland, Maine is a treasure trove of cobblestone streets in historic Old Port, a thriving arts scene, and a vibrant waterfront along Portland Harbor at the mouth of the Fore River and Casco Bay. We will even venture to Cape Elizabeth’s famous lighthouse on the rocky coast.

Join us for a weekend filled with learning and fun where we will explore all of what Portland has to offer while learning how to capture the essence of a place and improve your photography skills. Whether photographing local people or historic architecture, details of lobster traps or fishing boats, we will have time in the field to discuss topics such as exposure, depth of field, composition, use of color and catching the best light.

In between shooting there will be time for critique sessions, sharing of images, workflow and Lightroom demonstrations, and time to work on enhancing your images. So join us along with other photo enthusiasts for a fun filled and informative weekend.

Friday at 5pm- Sunday at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members 10% discount $356

More details provided upon registration.

Boston Skyline Sunset Photo Workshop 5-9pm

Posted on May 9, 2015 by Kathy

Sold Out

Send me an email to be put on a waiting list

If there is enough interest I can bring in a second instructor

info@photojourneysworkshops.com

One Day Boston Sunset PhotoJourneys Workshop

Saturday May 9th, 2015 5-9pm $99

Join us as we set out on a sunset shoot in Boston near the harbor.

We will meet at 5pm near the Boston Federal Courthouse on the waterfront.

With the skyline in the background or the harbor area to focus on, there are plenty

of opportunities for creative and stunning photographs.

The first part of the workshop we will discuss sunset and night photography and tips such as dealing with long exposures, camera shake, getting optimum exposure, noise reduction, and much more.

After the sun goes down, we will still have time to explore some night photography, techniques with flash and ways to make dynamic and fun images.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

Students and “painting with light” demo, Boston waterfront

More details provided upon registration.

Saturday May 9th, 2015

One Day Workshop 5 -9 pm $99

Special promotion for Boston Camera Club members $35

Special promotion for Digital Photo Academy students $45

Lightroom Workshops

Posted on March 21, 2015 by Kathy

Lightroom Workshops

March 21st, 2015 Lightroom 101 at Digital Silver Imaging

Adobe certified expert, Kathy Tarantola will help guide you through the basics. This workshop will thoroughly cover the Library and Develop modules where you manage, keyword, edit and enhance your images. With hands-on practice, learn how to quickly and easily import, organize, edit, rate, and enhance your images and how to work through large shoots efficiently with synchronized settings and presets.

Library Module
• Import process
• Organizing
• Renaming
• Presets
• Metadata and Keywording
• Using ratings and filters
• Collections
• Searching
• Exporting
• Mastering good workflow practices

Develop Module
• Evaluating photos and making creative decisions
• Perfecting tone and color in each photo
• Applying sharpening and noise reduction
• Correcting lens distortion & chromatic aberration
• Paintbrush/ Tools
• Using virtual copies
• Making great black and white conversions
• Presets
• Soft Proofing for printing

When: Saturday March 21, 2015 – 11:00-5:00 PM
Where: Digital Silver Imaging, 9 Brighton Street, Belmont MA
Tuition: $149

Follow this link to enroll and for more information

Melting snow and Mexico!

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Kathy

As promised, I’m posting some colorful images from my jaunt to Yelapa, Mexico.

It was relaxing, beautiful, rejuvenating and inspiring!

Yelapa is a small village south of Puerto Vallarta by boat in the Sierra Madre mountains.

It has beautiful jungle, white sandy beaches, lovely and welcoming people, warm sun and a lovely breeze.

Stars and the lights of Puerto Vallarta in the distance from our open air palapa.

The yoga spot was an early morning ritual.

The new PhotoJourneys website has already produced some sign-ups so I’m delighted. I’m looking forward to working with all of you in some fun and picturesque locations. Check your calendars and sign up to join us!!

Past students, including Digital Photo Academy students, and camera club members, are eligible for a 10% discount on PhotoJourneys Workshops.

If you have any questions about any of the workshops, feel free to contact me at:

kathy@ktphoto.com or info@photojourneysworkshops.com

Hasta la vista!!

Cape Cod Weekend PhotoJourneys Workshop

Sept 16th-18th, 2016 $395

During the workshop, Kathy will work with each participant to address opportunities to capture unique images and enhance their photographic knowledge and skill. The goal of the workshop is learning in a supportive and fun environment with other photo enthusiasts.

Bring your questions!

Painting with Light in Wellfleet

Register BEFORE August 15th for a 10% discount

Friday, Sept 16th 5pm – Sunday, Sept 18th at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members and registration prior to August 1st – 10% discount $356

More details provided upon registration.

2016 Jan, Feb and March Classes at Digital Silver Imaging

Click link below for more info and to sign up:

Sat., January 23rd, 2016 – Lightroom 101 – Basics and Beyond Sat., February 13th, 2016 – Lightroom Develop Module Intensive Sat., March 5th, 2016 – Lightroom Library and Print Module Intensive

All classes will run from 12-5pm

Digital Silver Imaging is located at 9 Brighton Street in Belmont MA 617 489-0035

Hi everyone,

But how exciting and rewarding for me. I feel lucky to be able to meet so many of you great photo enthusiasts and try to bring a bit of my knowledge and experience to share.

We are in the planning stages for 2016, so stay tuned!

Thanks everyone!

Kathy Tarantola

Cape Cod Weekend PhotoJourneys Workshop

Sept 11th-13th, 2015 $395

During the workshop, Kathy will work with each participant to address opportunities to capture unique images and enhance their photographic knowledge and skill. The goal of the workshop is learning in a supportive and fun environment with other photo enthusiasts.

Painting with Light in Wellfleet

Friday 5pm – Sunday at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members 10% discount $356

NECCC attendees 20% discount $316

More details provided upon registration.

One Day Boston Public Garden PhotoJourney Walkabout

New Special Pricing for all One Day Workshops – $65

Four hours of instruction and fun on location!

The last workshop sold out, so book soon.

Sunday, June 14, 2015 10-2 $65

The gardens are also a fabulous backdrop for portraits, and we will have a demonstration of how to get the best portrait using the best camera settings for depth of field, using natural and reflected light and even working with a flash so you can see the variations and options you have.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

More details provided upon registration.

Sunday, June 14, 2015 10-2

Special pricing – Saturday June 14th, 2015 10-2 $65

Previous student and camera club members special price $45

Salem, Massachusetts Photo Workshop

New Special Pricing for all One Day Workshops – $65

Four hours of instruction and fun on location!

The last workshop sold out, so book soon.

Saturday June 13th, 2015 10-2pm $65

We will meet in the historic Hawthorn Hotel lobby next to the Salem Common and then begin our walk along the brick pedestrian walkway to the old town hall, and explore many scenic areas with great potential for creative images.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

More information available upon registration

One Day Photo Workshop

Special pricing – Saturday June 13th, 2015 10-2 $65

Previous student and camera club members special price $45

This Workshop has been postponed!

Weekend Photo Workshop in Portland, Maine

May 29th – 31st 2015 $395

Portland, Maine is a treasure trove of cobblestone streets in historic Old Port, a thriving arts scene, and a vibrant waterfront along Portland Harbor at the mouth of the Fore River and Casco Bay. We will even venture to Cape Elizabeth’s famous lighthouse on the rocky coast.

In between shooting there will be time for critique sessions, sharing of images, workflow and Lightroom demonstrations, and time to work on enhancing your images. So join us along with other photo enthusiasts for a fun filled and informative weekend.

Friday at 5pm- Sunday at noon $395

Previous student and camera club members 10% discount $356

More details provided upon registration.

Sold Out

Send me an email to be put on a waiting list

If there is enough interest I can bring in a second instructor

info@photojourneysworkshops.com

One Day Boston Sunset PhotoJourneys Workshop

Saturday May 9th, 2015 5-9pm $99

Join us as we set out on a sunset shoot in Boston near the harbor.

We will meet at 5pm near the Boston Federal Courthouse on the waterfront.

With the skyline in the background or the harbor area to focus on, there are plenty

of opportunities for creative and stunning photographs.

The first part of the workshop we will discuss sunset and night photography and tips such as dealing with long exposures, camera shake, getting optimum exposure, noise reduction, and much more.

After the sun goes down, we will still have time to explore some night photography, techniques with flash and ways to make dynamic and fun images.

The class will be limited to 9 students keeping the instructor to student ratio low so make sure you get on board early. Bring your questions!

As in all classes topics may include: aperture, shutter speed, proper exposure, exposure compensation, focus, metering, point of view, composition, light.

Students and “painting with light” demo, Boston waterfront

More details provided upon registration.

Saturday May 9th, 2015

One Day Workshop 5 -9 pm $99

Special promotion for Boston Camera Club members $35

Special promotion for Digital Photo Academy students $45

Lightroom Workshops

Sat., January 23rd, 2016 – Lightroom 101 – Basics and Beyond
Sat., February 13th, 2016 – Lightroom Develop Module Intensive
Sat., March 5th, 2016 – Lightroom Library and Print Module Intensive

When: Saturday March 21, 2015 – 11:00-5:00 PM
Where: Digital Silver Imaging, 9 Brighton Street, Belmont MA
Tuition: $149