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Weekend Photography Masterclass with Daniel Overturf

Friday 11th to Sunday 13th May 2012

www.danoverturf.com

Hospitalfield House in Arbroath is an ideal location to teach a wide range of photographic applications and ideas. Daniel Overturf, American university professor and professional photographer, will lead a workshop in photography that will engage beginning to intermediate skilled practitioners. There will also be demonstrations on advanced level photographic techniques and approaches to conquering difficult subjects. Hospitalfield House contains many fascinating opportunities for photographers to explore and expand their own vision. The weekend workshop will guide students through the basics of architectural and landscape photography using this most ideal location. Additionally the surroundings at Hospitalfield provide a classic environment for in-depth discussions about other genres of photography, including portraiture and still life imagery.

Date:
Friday 11th to Sunday 13th May 2012
Friday arrival between 4-5pm. Sunday departure between 5-6pm

Places available:
14 Residential or Non Residential places available

Materials:
Both analogue and digital capture basics will be presented and discussed. Participants are encouraged to bring the camera and attendant equipment that they most regularly employ, though digital equipment will provide more immediate feedback. A tripod is a must. The materials provided will be specified with full payment confirmation.

Level:
Tailored to the individual. Beginning to intermediate photographers, with opportunities available for more advanced training in architectural subjects.

The Artist:
Award winning photographer, and author of two book, Dan Overturf has taught Cinema & Photography at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale since 1990. Widely travelled and exhibited, he has photographed extensively in the US, Canada, Mexico, Thailand, Czech Republic, France and the United Kingdom. Dan has visited Hospitalfield House for the last 12 years annually for a residential stay with his university undergraduates. Studying Arbroath and Angus through the lens, Dan has developed an appreciative knowledge of its sights. See www.danoverturf.com for examples of his work

Accommodation:
Full board based on two per room. Equivalent of two whole day tariff. Single occupancy available at a higher rate.

Deadline:
Places are only confirmed on receipt of full deposit.
Payment in full must be received by Friday 4th May 2012.

Price:
£275 Residential.
Arrival Friday 4-5pm. Departure Sunday 6pm.
All inclusive. Equivalent of two whole day tariff. Accommodation, all meals & refreshments throughout day. Use of facilities, tour of house, artist talk, skilled tuition & materials.

£210 Non Residential.
Arrival Friday 6:30pm. Departure Sunday 6pm. Lunch & refreshments throughout day. Use of facilities, tour of house, artist talk, skilled tuition & materials.

To reserve a place on this course please complete a booking form to print and post, you can also book online.

You can download full details of the event via pdf.

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