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Tips On Winning A Photo Contest at OWG

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008

OWG will be conducting a FREE lecture on Tips On Winning A Photo Contest

There will be a slide presentation and informal lecture that will be conducted by the award-winning Artist/Photographer Ross Capili. There will also be a short presentation on the hazards of tobacco smoking.

A Computer will be made available for those who would want to tweak their images to be submitted in the ‘Beyond the Stick Photo Contest‘ based on the lectures conducted.

The lecture will be from 1pm-3pm on April 19,2008 at:

OneWorkshop Gallery
G/f 2241 La Fuerza Plaza II, Don Chino Roces Ave. corner Sabio St.
Makati City 1200 Philippines

Call Liza or Mario Mundo @ 8105094 or email @ one_workshop@yahoo.com

Digital Photography for Young Shutterbugs at The Alcove

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008

Alcove Perspective

 presents

Digital Photography for Young Shutterbugs

 

for Kids aged 7 to 12

 

May 3 (9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.)

This workshop will tackle the basics of digital photography through a classroom lecture, a supervised photo shoot, and a photo clinic.  Especially designed for the young minds, this photography workshop is a fun and learning activity in one.

It will cover the following topics such as:

  • Defining photography and how it began
  • Composing and designing your photographs for visual impact
  • Using a point-and-shoot camera (parts, functions, handling, and storage)
  • PLUS: Tips on shooting people, landscape, close-ups/macro, moving objects, night, and even travel photos!

Requirement:
Any digital camera

Venue:
Filipinas Heritage Library, Makati Avenue, Ayala Triangle, Makati City (across The Peninsula Manila)

Speaker:
Dennis Balangue has been a semi-professional photographer for the past five years. He has photographed numerous celebrities and some of Europe’s well-celebrated scenes. He is also servicing some of Studio 23’s photography needs. He has mounted an exhibit with fellow-photographer Joel Bondoc at The Alcove photo gallery.

Fee:
Workshop fee is Php2,500.00 inclusive of handouts, equipment use, meals, and certificate.
Due to the limited slots available, please confirm attendance at least a week prior by placing a P500.00 partial payment. A 10% early bird discount will be extended to those who will settle their payment in full on or before the deadline.

For more details, please call 892-1801, send an SMS to 0917-5594417, email cruz.ct@ayalafoundation.org or visit www.filipinaslibrary.org.ph.

PhotoWorks Class 41 by Leo Castillo Starts May 14

Monday, April 14th, 2008

JOIN THE 2ND PHOTOWORKS THIS SUMMER!!!

PhotoWorks by Leo Castillo

PHOTOWORKS CLASS41

Six Sessions - DPI Photography Center, Astoria Plaza

Jose Escriva Avenue (formerly Amber Ave). Ortigas Center

 

Wednesdays & Mondays

Day 1: May 14, Wed 7PM-10PM
Day 2: May 19, Mon 7PM-10PM
Day 3: May 21, Wed 7PM-10PM
Day 4: May 26, Mon 7PM-10PM
Day 5: May 28, Wed 7PM-10PM
Day 6: June 02, Mon 7PM-10PM

 

Photoworks, based on Leo Castillo’s studies with the New York Film Academy and the New York Institute of Photography, has been creating more than 1,000 photographers since 2001.

Discover photography as you’ve never known before.

 

  • Learn through lectures, videos, multimedia presentations and live demonstrations.
  • Experience and apply your lessons through the Photoworks Photo Projects.
  • Build a solid foundation on the art and craft of photography.
  • Discover the Eye of the Photographer. Learn not just the hows, but also the whys.
  • Find out what works and what doesn’t in creating a powerful image.
  • Creating good photographers, not just good photographs.
  • Open to all photographers, whatever your experience level.
  • Continue to take great pictures even after the workshop is done.
  • Make the camera work for you, not you work for the camera.

 

Due to the design of the course, only twenty slots are available per class.

Participants must have a camera during the whole duration of the workshop.

 

PHOTOWORKS CLASS FEE: P 4,500

Tuition fee covers six sessions, inclusive of prints for digital users

Slots are expected to fill up FAST, so sign up now!

 

EARLY BIRD PROMO!

Take Photoworks for only P4000 if you make full payment by April 30, 2008.

Payments can be received at DPI Photographer Center or via bank deposit at the following bank account:

 

Leandro Castillo

BPI SA# 0436-2226-76

Please bring deposit slip as proof of payment.

 

Download PhotoWorks Class 41 Registration Form and submit via email to photoworks at gmail.com

Nikon Releases D40 Firmware Update v1.11

Friday, April 11th, 2008

Nikon Releases D40 Firmware Update v1.11

This Nikon D40 firmware update v1.11 fixes the problem associated with shooting times which were not always accurately recorded in image data for images captured in bursts of continuous shooting.

This service provides software for upgrading D40 A firmware to ver. 1.11, and B firmware to ver. 1.11. When performing this firmware upgrade, be sure to upgrade both A and B firmware. Once firmware upgrade is complete, turn the D40 off then on again.

You can check your firmware version by:

  1. Turning the Nikon D40 ON.
  2. Press the MENU button and select “Firmware version” from the Setup menu.
    The camera’s firmware version will be displayed.

Download:

Nikon D40 Firmware Update v1.11 (Windows)

Nikon D40 Firmware Update v1.11 (Mac)

Canon Releases EOS 40D Firmware Update v1.0.8

Friday, April 11th, 2008

This firmware update (Version 1.0.8) incorporates the following improvements and fixes.

  1. Fixes a phenomenon in which Image Stabilization operation emits a sound when certain buttons are pressed, with the EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS lens attached to the camera.
  2. Fixes a phenomenon in which the Image Stabilization operation emits a sound from the lens when IS lenses are attached to the camera.
  3. Fixes a phenomenon in which a part of the image looks unnatural when reviewed on the LCD. Depending on the color of the background, the edges of some objects in the image may appear to have a jagged edge and look unnatural. (Even if the image played back on the camera’s LCD is affected by this phenomenon, the actual image data is not affected.)
  4. Corrects errors in the Spanish and Norwegian menu screens.

The Version 1.0.8 firmware being released this time is for cameras with firmware up to Version 1.0.5. If the camera’s firmware is already Version 1.0.8, it is not necessary to update the firmware.

A power failure during the firmware writing operation may disable the camera.

  • Use a fully charged Battery Pack or dedicated AC Adapter Kit (Optional) ACK-E2 for the firmware update.
  • Do not shut off the power during the firmware writing operation.
  • Do not open the CF card slot cover during the firmware writing operation.

Do not press any camera buttons during the firmware writing operation.

Downloading the Canon EOS 40D firmware update v1.0.8 already includes all updates and fixes made in previous versions.

Download Canon EOS 40D firmware update v1.0.8.

Adobe TV Photographer Channel

Thursday, April 10th, 2008

Adobe launches Adobe TV!

Adobe TV showcases the various favorite tricks of design luminaries, take tours of cutting-edge creative shops, and find out what Adobe employees do with technology in their spare time.

There is even a channel dedicated to photography.  There are currently around 75 videos/shows especially for photographers. You can get tips and tricks in using Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Photoshop Lightroom and other image editing software offered by Adobe.

The best part is access to Adobe TV is free and you can watch when you want and where you want, save episodes, subscribe to your favorite channel, and post shows on your blog.

Check out Adobe TV at http://tv.adobe.com.

Bodyscapes Photoworkshop Batch 1 : Exploring the Nudes

Tuesday, April 8th, 2008

Bodyscapes by Ross Capili

Bodyscapes Photoworkshop Batch 1: Exploring the Nudes

 

by Ross Capili

 

April 12, 2008 9AM-6PM

One Workshop Gallery

This workshop designed for advance amateurs (who attended basic photography workshop or have prior knowledge in camera operations already)

9am-12nn: The morning workshop will be dedicated to lighting the nude, conceptualization. All participants will learn how to capture in fine art photgraphy the female form.

1pm-6pm : Creative lighting with paint effects will be the main activity in the afternoon. Participants will do collaborative hands-on body painting with two models and will have the chance to create their own compositions.

Workshop Fee is Php 3,000 inclusive lunch, Certificate of Participation and I-MAG Photography Magazine. All participants must bring a digital camera (Point-and-Shoot or DSLR) with enough CF or SD cards. Optional (only if you have) : Light meter , Tripod, Laptop and Flash.

Recommended lenses to be used: 50mm, 80mm, 120mm, 15mm or 10mm (for conceptual shoot) or any kits lens. Zoom lenses are allowed

To ensure your slot, please pay in advance the non-refundable 50% downpayment at OWG Creative Centre office. Payments may also be deposited at any Union Bank branches (under Don Chino Roces Branch, Makati)

Account Name: OneWorkshop, Inc.
Current Account Number: 00-035-002235-5

For payment confirmation call Liza Taylo or Ellen Capili at 8105094 or fax your deposit slip to 8192074. You may also scan your deposit slip then email the jpeg to one_workshop@yahoo.com

Early full payment made on or before April 4 will get a discount of 10%

About The Facilitator:

Ross Capili is a Painter, Photographer, Digital Artist, Digital Printmaker, Art Writer and Art Educator.

As a photographer, Capili specializes in Conceptual Landscapes, Fashion Glamour, the Fine Art Nude, Body Painting and Advertising Art Commissions. He was Official Photographer of the 2005-2006 Mutya ng Pilipinas.

As an educator, Capili’s teaching methods bridge both analog and digital disciplines. Hands-on artmaking coupled with his artistic vision is central to all his photoworkshops, which he has conducted at local and international venues.

To date, Capili has successfully mounted 33 one-man shows in Manila, as well as one in Paris, France. His participation in 35 selected group exhibitions includes a stint as curator and project director at the recent and highly successful 8th Filipino American Arts Exposition in San Franciso and New York, USA where he was honored with the Pamana ng Lahi Award given to Filipino Artists around the globe.

A consistent prize winner from his student days, Capili has accumulated more than 55 awards and distinctions since his first photography prize in 1977. His most recent achievement was the Photoworld Manila 2005 Models Portfolio Competition, where he won two of the five top awards. His works are published in several coffeetable books particularly the 21st Century Filipino Artists, The Art Philippines and the Art Collector’s Guide Book.

Capili was Art Production Director for the Philippine Airlines Advertising Department, handling US, Europe and Middle East accounts for 16 years. Today, he is President and Creative Director of OneWorkshop, Inc., Chairman of eArtPhilippines and sits as a member of the Executive Council of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA) Committee on Visual Arts.

To view documentation of Ross Capili’s previous photoworkshops, visit http://rosscapili.multiply.com

SEAIR Flies to Batanes

Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008

Starting April 8, 2008, SEAIR will have flights every Tuesdays and Saturdays from Manila to Basco, Batanes! The return flights from Batanes to Manila are on the same days. The flights are regular charters by Batanes Cultural Travel Agency (BCTA). BCTA is where the SEAIR tickets and packages to Batanes can be purchased.

The flights to Batanes will be using SEAIR’s Dornier 328 planes which can fly to Batanes in just 1 hour and 20 minutes.

The Makati office of Batanes Cultural Travel Agency (BCTA) is at 219 ODC Plaza Bldg., Salcedo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati. BCTA can be contacted at tel 8100988 (Makati) and 0906-376-6778/ 0917-811-2282/ 0917-526-6333 (Batanes)


You can also visit the website of Batanes Cultural Travel Agency (BCTA) at www.batanestravel.com.

Bookings for flights starting April 8, 2008 are accepted now. Please call 8100988 for bookings on the Batanes flights.

Kingston’s Icons of Photography

Thursday, March 27th, 2008

Kingston’s Icons of Photography website provides tips, critiques and suggestions from renowned photographers and Kingston Icons Harry Benson, Colin Finaly, Gerd Ludwig and Peter Read Miller. The site’s main purpose is to provide a platform for sharing thoughts and ideas so that consumers and pros alike can utilize this resource to forward their own careers and creative interests.

The site allows you to send in your questions wherein the Icons will answer, share tips, insights and experiences from their lifelong love of photography.

This month, the Icons offered sage advice on topics including shooting in extreme conditions, how a publication captures events from multiple angles and finding work as a photographer.

They say that for you to be able to improve your craft, you should have your work critiqued. This way you can get feedback whether or not you have a great shot or there are still some room for improvement or perhaps you could try a different approach so you could capture a better photo. So if you are brave enough… upload your image and select an Icon who you’d like to critique the photo you’ve submitted.

The Kingston Icons of Photography website is updated every month so check back every now and then for updates.

Make Photography More Fun!

Tuesday, March 25th, 2008

Canon invites you to discover the real joy of photography and make photography more fun by attending a FREE online tutorial that shows you how easy it is to use a Digital SLR camera!

The tutorial is broken down into 4 parts and a bonus portion which you can look up for various photography terminologies:

  • Part 1 - Fun and Easy Digital SLRs (Basic Introduction)
  • Part 2 - Using Camera Features for Better Photos (Practical Applications)
  • Part 3 - Choosing Lenses for Different Kinds of Photos (Interchangeable Lens)
  • Part 4 - Printing Photos
  • Photography Terminology Reference

Sounds good? See for yourself and embark on your journey to discover the real joy of photography.

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