Welcome to the CREATIVE MINDS WORKSHOPS……

VISIT MY WEBSITE   for more workshop information!

NOTE:  If you plan on teaching your own photography/retouching lessons or currently teach any photography related subjects to others, you may NOT sign up for my lessons or workshops.  Lesson  and workshop information is copyright protected and for use of the student only- not for participants to redistribute as their own.  In other words, it is not to be used (in part or full) for anything other than advancing your own photography work.   thanks 

50′s Fashion in Nature workshop photo 

(Pictured:  Nathaniel Loveland, Casey Schipper, Lisa V, Jennifer Dobransky, Tressie Davis, Aimee Eisaman, Jennifer Alder, Chelsey Rochon, Jackie Green, Joan Brooks, Kevin Jones)

Want the scoop?  My workshops are going to be “mini-workshops” which simply means that the enrollment will be capped at a low number.   I will only be accepting up to 10 attendants for each scheduled date.  Having a small group will ensure that everyone who attends receives plenty of attention and the overall  atmosphere will be much more personable.   Each  scheduled date will have several models present, include styling expertise, makeup artists and/or hair assistance.   Locations will be carefully selected,  beautiful park areas or  funky urban settings with lots of character- both in the SE Michigan area.  Oh, and of course, we will always break to enjoy  a yummy scheduled lunch and snacks.   Yes, you probably guessed it!  We will be doing lots and lots of shooting and Q & A sessions, too!     Participants are welcome to use the images from this workshop to build portfolios and include on  personal websites but are not permitted to use images for commerical photography/image sale purposes.                                     

Boudoir/Swim in Nature workshop photo

(pictured:  Renee Bynum, Lisa V, Aimee Eisaman, Lauren S, Tressie Davis, Kevin Jones, Amy V, Becky Kay, Jennifer Alder)

The overall mood will be very laid back and hopefully FUN.   These workshops will  focus very little on the technical info. or marketing; however, attendees are free to discuss these topics with one another througout the day. The main goal of my workshops will be to heighten creative vision, improve communication and utilize available resources (location + styling) to help photographers succeed!  We will also have a brief editing session following the in the field photo shoot. My work is award winning, published and I am currently booking many fabulous clients weeks in advance.  I want to share what I have learned with you.  Additionally, I have a background in education (teaching certificate) so instruction comes naturally to me.  Once again, these are  hands on, in the field workshops ideal for all levels of  photographers (or parents!)  who want to learn more about working with their subjects in fun locations.  Photographers will be learning from one another, myself, and  model/stylist participants in a low key, relaxed fashion.  

Participating models are range in age from 15-25 yrs old along with one female/male couple and kids.  Workshop images make fabulous portfolio additions.  Its really a perfect fit for the following photographers:

 Senior Portrait Photographers, Model Photographers, Commercial/Fashion Photography, Artistic Photography, Engagement Photographers, Bridal Photographers, and Children Photographers .Are you ready to join in on the fun?      

*TO REGISTER:   Email me-  jenlynnalder@aol.com or contact me onFacebook .  Paypal, check or money order are accepted.   No refunds are given, you may transfer to another photographer.

    

U p c o m i n g   W o r k s h o p s  

 

NOTE-

* Possible Mini-Workshop in Las Vegas

Late February

Cost is $550 per person

VERY limited enrollment- send me a note if interested.  thanks!

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1- Day Workshop:  Saturday, October 9th 

Location:  SE Michigan

Theme:     Autumn Love

currently registering…..

Focus:  Creative Vision, Improving communication and utilizing available resources

with models, stylists and children in an outdoor setting.  Think:  siblings, friendships and romance surrounded by Autmn Colour

Time:  10am -  5 pm

10 participant maximum     

Lunch and  fees included, cost $450  

What to bring:  Your camera, variety of lenses, a laptop, comfortable shoes and an open mind. 

 (laptop and additional lenses are not required)     

….NOW REGISTERING!

 

The tentative schedule: 

     9:45  am:            Photographers, models and stylists gather at location        

10:00-  11:00:       Introductions/lecture/outdoor classroom learning        

11:00- 11:30:         Interaction/Q&A with Styling team and models

11:30 – 12:00:      In-the-field Creative Vision camera  exercise and review

12:00- 1:00:           Shooting Stations with Children  

1:00 – 2:00             Lunch  (provided)       

2:00- 4:00:             Shooting Stations  with adult models  (observe and be observed in the field)        

4:00- 4:30:            Shoot review/Sharing /image selection-post processing     

4:30- 5:00:            Post Processing tips , Q & A session, group shots, wrap up

 

1- Day Workshop:  Sunday, August 15th

Location:  Northville, MI

Theme:     W H I M S Y

Focus:  Creative Vision, Improving communication and utilizing available resources

with models, stylists and children in an outdoor setting.  Think:  Bold colors, fun props, energy and humor!

Date:  Sunday, August 15th

Time:  10am -  6 pm

 

10 participant maximum  

Location:  Northville, MI     

Lunch and  fees included, cost $450  

( sold out, thank you ! )

 You will probably want to bring:  a  camera, variety of lenses, a laptop, comfortable shoes and an open mind. 

 (laptop and additional lenses are not required)      

The tentative schedule: 

     9:45  am:            Photographers, models and stylists gather at location        

10:00-  11:00:       Introductions/lecture/outdoor classroom learning        

11:00- 11:30:         Interaction/Q&A with Styling team and models

11:30 – 12:00:      In-the-field Creative Vision camera  exercise and review

12:00- 1:00:           Shooting Stations with Children  

1:00 – 2:00             Lunch  (provided)       

2:00- 4:30:             Shooting Stations  with adult models  (observe and be observed in the field)        

4:30- 5:00:            Shoot review/Sharing- image selection, post processing    

5:00- 6:00:            Post Processing tips , Q & A session, group shots, wrap up

 

*TO REGISTER:   Email me-  jenlynnalder@aol.com or contact me onFacebook .  You may also contact Michelle Frick or Sheila Bottoms. 

Paypal, check or money order are accepted.   No refunds are given, you may transfer to another photographer. Event is Rain or Shine.  Thanks!

1-Day  Workshop:  Thursday, June 24th,  Detroit MI

Focus-  Fantasy: Mermaid/Fairy 

(On location with models and stylists)

Lake and woods setting

 

 

 

11 am - 6 pm, SE Michigan        

Lunch and all fees included, cost $450     

5 photographer maximum.      

(sold out, thank you! )

 You will probably want to bring:  a  camera, variety of lenses, a laptop, comfortable shoes and an open mind.  (laptop and additional lenses are not required)      Note- We will be stepping in  water that may be waist high when working with the mermaids.   

   

   The tentative schedule: 

11 am:                    Photographers, models and stylists gather at location        

11:30-  12:00:        Introductions/lecture/outdoor classroom learning        

12:00- 12:30:        Creative Vision camera exercise

12:30 – 1:00:         Interaction with Styling team and models

1:00- 2:00:             Lunch  (provided)       

2:00- 5:00:             Shooting Stations  (observe and be observed in the field)        

5:00- 5:30:            Shoot review/Sharing      

5:00- 5:30:            Snacks   

5:30- 6:00:            Post Processing , Q & A session, group shots, wrap up

  

 *2-Day Mini-Workshop: Fri & Sat, April 30 + May 1

Focus:Fashion in Nature ( with Models & Stylists) 

     

 SE Michigan, 10am – 6pm each day   

Lunch and all fees included, Cost $700    

 5 participant maximum.        

  

  You will probably want to bring:  a camera, lenses, laptop, comfortable shoes and an open mind.  (laptop and additional lenses are not required)         

 The tentative schedule:  

10 am:  photographers gather at location        

10:15-  11:30:  Introductions/lecture/ outdoor classroom learning        

11:30- 12:30:  Model, stylist interactions + test shooting        

12:30- 1:30:  Lunch  (provided)       

1:30- 4:30:  Shooting Stations (observe and be observed in the field)        

4:30- 5:00: Shoot review/Sharing /Basic Post Processing Tips      

5:00- 5:30:  Snacks   

5:30- 6:00:   Q & A session + wrap up        

          

   

*Yes,  I will travel to your area to do a 1 or 2 Day workshop!!! 

Possible Topics:  Kids, Senior Portraits, Models, Boudoir  & Trash the Dress- send a note to book yours today. 

 

 

  

6-8 weeks travel notice  and minimum number of participants is required. Email me for more info.  jenlynnalder@aol.com