San Francisco was the second stop in the series of my workshops on lighting techniques. For one of the practical sessions in the late afternoon, we went to Baker Beach. After the sun had gone down, we practiced bouncing flash off a golden reflector to recreate that warm sunset glow. Thank you to Sarah and Jasper, our models who remained energetic even in the cold of the evening.
The practical sessions earlier on in the afternoon were held on the grounds of the Presidio. During one section, each group took an off-camera speedlight in a softbox to work with a model. Here is my favorite image of Jasper from that session.
A big thank you to our group today.
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Hi Neil,
Thank you so much for the fabulous workshop! I l learned so much and am looking forward to practicing. I really appreciate excellent instruction and patient help.
Thank you!
Comment by Jenny Arnez — March 6, 2008 @ 9:32 am
ditto as above :D
I really learned a lot – I just got to let it soak in over the weekend. Thanks again for all your patience and help.
Comment by Jigme Chhimi — March 6, 2008 @ 7:47 pm
I second that. It’s great when you find someone with the patience to mentor people AND with such knowledge too! I used to think I was Mr. Techno-Guy, but Neil YOU’RE the MAN!
I now have a new appreciation for my SB800……but not too much…..it’s just a piece of equipment!
Thanks Neil for a great workshop!
Comment by Eric Tassill — March 6, 2008 @ 8:08 pm
Third-ing what was said above. Thank you, Neil, for taking the time to explain (and in many cases, re-explain) in detail the concepts you were teaching. I’ve never had lighting explained in such a simple yet effective way.
Blog readers, if you’re thinking of taking one of Neil’s workshops, do it! It’ll be well worth your time.
Comment by Sha Sha Chu — March 7, 2008 @ 12:03 pm
I still can’t get over how much was covered and how much we were able to acheive in one day! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!!! Don’t hesitate to take this course!!! This was money WELL spent! The knowledge I gained from this course was invaluable!!!
Thanks again!
Comment by Jaime Dillmore — March 7, 2008 @ 9:08 pm
What an awesome workshop! I can’t begin to tell you how inspiring the day was. I believe I’ve overcome my fear of flash -yea! Thank you so much Neil. I’m looking forward to purchasing your book when it’s released.
Comment by Anita Reeves — March 8, 2008 @ 4:17 pm
The class was great. I came home inspired to update my whole portfolio with more dramatic and well-lit photos. I was impressed with the “anyone can do it” approach to lighting and that it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. I can’t wait to try my gels and all the techniques I learned in the course. Thank you Neil! Good job.
Comment by Barbara Bingham — March 9, 2008 @ 12:22 pm
Neil’s course sounds great! I would love to take it. Hopefully he’ll have a San Diego workshop available in the future . . . . :)
Comment by Shawna Krystek — March 17, 2008 @ 10:29 am