FAQ

East Coast School Photographic Workshops

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: I am interested in a career in photography, but have little real experience. Is there a class for me?

Answer: Yes. We are offering 2 Basic level classes in 2008. Bob Boyd s teaching “Introduction to Professional Portrait Photography” and Doug Box is teaching “Studio, Environmental, and In-Home Portraits Plus Marketing and Selling!” We recommend either of these classes to help give you a foundation.

Both Bob and Doug are particularly skilled with teaching new photographers. Please check there course descriptions for details.

Question: How much should I know about Photoshop in order to take Suzette Allen’s class Photoshop for Profit: Advanced Level?

Answer: This is truly an advanced class and Suzette is a masterful teacher, but to be fair to all our students we recommend that you have a real grasp on Photoshop before attempting this class. We don’t want you to be lost.

Here is a list of topics from Suzette’s class. These are truly advanced techniques:

§ Advanced Masking

§ Efficiency setup for Tools

§ Template Techniques

§ Layer Blending Modes

§ Clipping Groups

§ Flexibility and control with Layers & Adjustment Layers

§ Snapshots and History brush magic

§ Automation: Creating complex actions

§ Batch Actions and Droplets

§ Textures and presentation effects

§ Custom brushes and Logo Brushes

§ Smart Objects and Vanishing Point

§ Creative Composites & Image Blends

§ Quick Mask, Paste-Into, Blend-If

§ Advanced Retouching and Eye Enhancement

Question: Are there social events in addition to class time?

Answer: Yes there are. The schedule lists all school activities.

Question: How do I get to the hotel?

Answer: From I-40 East:

§ Take exit 298B for S Saunders St N toward Downtown/Raleigh

§ Merge onto S Saunders St

§ Slight right at S McDowell St

§ Turn right at W Davie St

§ Turn right at S Salisbury St

§ The Sheraton is on the left. The parking garage is easily accessed from Gale St off of W Davie St. and is across S Salisbury St from the hotel.

From I-40 West:

§ Take exit 298B for S Saunders St N toward Downtown/Raleigh

§ Merge onto S Saunders St

§ Slight right at S McDowell St

§ Turn right at W Davie St

§ Turn right at S Salisbury St

§ The Sheraton is on the left. The parking garage is easily accessed from Gale St off of W Davie St. and is across S Salisbury St from the hotel.

Question: Is there free parking?

Answer: As a guest at the Sheraton your room cost includes parking for one car. Those sharing a room will have to pay to park additional cars.

Question: How can I find a roommate?

Answer: Of course, the easiest way is to plan to take your workshop with a friend or colleague. You may also use your network of PPNC and local Photography group friends. If you are from out of state and don’t know anyone, you can contact Loretta Byrd at (888)404-7762 or email: Loretta@ppofnc.com. She may be able to help.

Question: What are the levels of the classes? How do I know which one to take?

Answer: The courses are coded: B- Basic, I- Intermediate, and A- Advanced. Some classes may reach across these classifications. Please use this to make a good choice in your class selection.

Question: I’m a fairly new photographer. Why are the class levels important?

Answer: It is important because if you select a class that is too advanced, you’ll get lost quickly and not get the education that you came for. You will also slow the class down and others won’t get the material they came for. Photographic Education, like any learning, is a process that really cannot be rushed. If you have the fundamentals you can build your knowledge base on a strong foundation. If you don’t possess this foundation, it is far better that you get build before you try to take on advanced material.

For 2008 we are offering two basic level courses that will help get you the foundation of knowledge you need to succeed in an ever changing profession.

To Register On-line: Click Here

East Coast School Photographic Workshops is an Affiliate School of the Professional Photographers of America

and Professional Photographers of North Carolina.