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10th Annual Living History Farms Photography Day

Sponsored by Christian Photo

LUNCH: Lunch can be purchased behind the Flynn Home at the Flynn Café (17). Vending Machines and Restrooms (15). NOTE: Please take time to thank the Instructors and Vendors. They are donating their time to help make this event a success. COMMENTS: Please email Charley Starnes at CharleyLHF@Q.com with general feedback, comments, and topic suggestions. I am also looking for instructors and volunteers for next year. Next year’s event will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2016.

• Architectural Photography: Finding interesting subjects; Subject selection and composition for maximum impact; Finding unique angles; Getting permission; Equipment considerations; Correcting distortion; Self-assignment ideas; HDR for dramatic cityscapes.

• Architectural Photography Basics: Shooting interiors and exteriors; Lighting; Lens choices; Perspective control; Composition.

• Back Button Focusing: What back button focus is; Applications for back button focus; Advantages of using back button focus; Controlling how you focus; Using back button focus with Canon; Using back button focus with Nikon.

• Basic Rules of Photography: Basic rules such as composition, subject placement, negative space, leading lines, curves, etc.

• Beginning Photography: How aperture, shutter speed, and ISO affect exposure; What do all those f-stop numbers mean; Choosing the correct shutter speed; How ISO affects noise in image; How white balance can affect the final image; Shooting in RAW vs. JPEG.

• Camera Lenses: Fixed focal length lenses vs. zoom lenses; What the letters and numbers mean; Lens 'speed' – what a ‘fast’ or ‘slow’ lens is; Image stabilization; Factors to keep in mind when buying a lens; Teleconverters, extension tubes, and other adapters.

• Camera Metering Patterns: How the meter in your camera sees light; How it measures light; Metering the scene; Using an 18% gray card; The different types of metering patterns found in your camera – Evaluative, Partial, Spot, and Centered Weighted.

• Camera Shooting Modes: Shooting in Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual Mode, Program Mode, and Creative Modes.

• Camera Steadying Techniques: Handholding; Small & simple equipment; Finding something steady; Creative ideas; Monopods & tripods.

• Canon Cameras – Basic DSLR: Canon Tech Rep shows how to get the most from your Canon DSLR; Get the most from the auto modes; Venturing off auto and controlling your camera using the creative modes; When and how to use your flash; When and what lens to use.

• Capturing Emotions: Be ready for the moment; Learning to read people; How color can set the mood of your photo; Creative compositions can also add to the emotion of the image; Candid moments can also be more expressive and more natural looking.

• Choosing The Right Lens For The Job: Range of lenses; Using wide angle lenses; Using normal lenses; Using telephoto lenses; Using fast vs. slow lenses; Advantages and disadvantages of using a zoom lens vs. a prime lens.

• Controlling Your Depth of Field: What depth of field is; Plane of focus; Creating impact; Aperture settings and how they control depth of field; How to maximize and minimize depth of field; Depth of field preview button; Focal length and depth of field.

• DSLR Video – Advanced: Framing and composition; Lenses; Neutral Density filters; Advanced audio; Movement; Lighting; Purpose.

• DSLR Video – Beginning: Camera settings; Gear to use; Shooting with your lenses; Low lighting situations; Audio basics.

• Flash Photography: Modern flash capabilities; On camera flash techniques; Off camera flash made easy; Basic multiple flash set up; Lighting outdoors with High Speed Sync.

• GoPro Basics: Turning it on; Camera settings; Gear and mounts; Protective housings; Uses in photography; Creativity.

• HDR Photography - High Dynamic Range: Dynamic range explained; Equipment and software requirements; Metering techniques; Creating the HDR image; Tone mapping.

• Histograms & Highlight Warnings: What a histogram is; What it does; Why it is blinking; What a perfect histogram is or is not; How to turn on and turn off the highlight warnings.

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• How & When To Use Exposure Compensation: Will the camera tell me that there is a problem; Finding the controls; What do they effect; Backlight conditions; When to under-exposure or over-exposure; How to use selective metering on a regular basis.

• Infrared Digital Photography: What it is; Advantages and disadvantages; Best time of day for taking infrared photos; Camera conversions; Gear that you will need; Filters that you will need; Getting proper white balance.

• Landscape Photography: What makes a great landscape; Basic gear; Accessories; Arranging the photo - lines, color, brightness; Depth of field - the creative touch.

• Learn How To Capture What You See: How to record what catches your eye; The critical elements of a scene; The use of cropping to help tell the story; Choosing the right lens.

• Learning How To See: Creative process; Composition; Perspective; Leading lines; Merging lines; Angles; Curves; Background distractions.

• Lightroom Essentials: What Lightroom is; Organizing your digital files; Importing images; Using catalogs; Library Module essentials; Enhancing photos in the Develop Module; Processing multiple images; Using Lightroom with Photoshop.

• Nighttime Photography: Night exposures; Camera settings; Camera noise; Focusing; Using a tripod; Cable releases; Mirror lockup.

• Nikon Cameras – Basic DSLR: Nikon Tech Rep shows how to get the most from your Nikon DSLR; Get the most from the auto modes; Venturing off auto and controlling your camera using the creative modes; When and how to use your flash; When and what lens to use.

• Pet Photography: Challenges; Working with all the different types of pets; Working with the owner; How to eliminate red-eye; Lighting; Props; Shooting location; Selecting the right lens; How to show the character and personality of the pet.

• Photographing Eagles In Iowa: How, where, and when you can find them in Iowa; What gear to bring; How to capture the action.

• Photographing Family & Familiar People: When to take pictures; Location shooting; Environmental photos; Grouping subjects; Selecting the film speed; Best shooting modes; Controlling the depth of field; Point and shoot camera or SLR camera; Model releases.

• Photographing Small Children: Using the Portrait Mode on your camera; Lighting tips and tricks for small children; Lens tricks to get that professional portrait look; Posing parents with baby; How to get that perfect smile.

• Photographing The Historic Baseball Game: Students will photograph the game; Preparation; Camera settings; Anticipating the action.

• Photoshop Essentials: Camera raw; Improving exposure; Making selections; Simple masking; Using adjustment layers; Simple retouching.

• PocketWizards – Tips & Tricks: Remotely controlling your flash and shutter; Comparison of available models; Making the connections (i.e. cables); Wireless setup (channels and zones); Demo setups for remotely triggering speedlights (TTL), studio lights, and cameras.

• Portrait Storytelling: Hands-on session from conception to execution; How to produce a portrait that tells a compelling story; Will discuss ‘seeing’ and composition; A portrait subject and props will be present to help build story; Bring wide angle and telephoto lenses.

• Portraits Using Natural Outdoor Light: Understanding the quality and direction of light; How to meter for the light; Back, side, and front lighting; Shooting in full sun; Naturally occurring diffused light; Finding open shade; Loving an overcast day.

• Portraits Using Natural Window Light: Window light as a solution for photographing inside in dark rooms; Posing techniques; How to place the subject for the optimal use of the available window light; How to meter for the light; Tools to help.

• Real Estate Photography: Key components for great photos; The #1 must take photo; Do I or my agent need to hire a professional photographer; Taking your own photos; Equipment needed; Getting photos in front of buyers; Real Estate photography as a business.

• Searching For The Perfect Light: Brightness, direction, angle, and color of the light; Lighting ratios; Exposing for the light.

• Shooting High Quality Landscape Photos: Locations near and far; Tripods are pains, but…; ‘Tyranny of the Real’ and how to avoid it all together; The three most important things - light, light, light; Get the feeling.

• Shooting In Manual Mode: F-stops, shutter speeds, and film speeds; Exposure settings impact creativity; Choice of subject matter and variability of light make all the difference; Effective use of shutter speed and aperture for creativity.

• Shooting Indoor Events Without A Flash: Concerts, dance recitals, plays, etc.; Shooting in low light; How to accurately measure the light; How to avoid metering the dark backgrounds; Preparation is the key to success; Taking advantage of dress rehearsals.

• Sports Photography: Discussion of gear, exposures, and focus settings to capture the action at your favorite local sporting event.

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• Sports Photography – Advanced Skills: Safety; Picking the best possible viewpoint; Picking the right lens; Shooting with two cameras; Stopping action; Blurring motion; Capturing the players’ skill, anguish, tension, and excitement.

• Sports Photography – Basic Skills: Pre-game preparation; Know the rules of the game; Choosing your location; Anticipating the key action moments; Setting up your camera for the game (i.e. shooting mode, film speed, shutter speed, aperture, and white balance).

• Technical Skills for Outdoor Portraiture: Hands-on session; Finding good light; Reducing background distractions; Exposure; White balance; Reflectors; Recommended lenses to bring with you – any wide angle, telephoto >100mm, or longer zoom lenses.

• The Nuts & Bolts of Photographic Exposures: What is an f-stop; Why do I want to control the shutter speed; How these two things interrelate; Are there other ways to control my exposure (ISO, +/- button); What does ISO stand for and its significance.

• Theme Based Photography Projects: Creating coherent projects; Find the themes in your work to date; Create specific assignments for yourself; Stretch your skills; Pick something to explore.

• Through the Looking Glass: Take a technical and creative look at the application of lenses in the various styles of photography; Learn the ins and outs of choosing the proper lens - telephoto vs. prime, wide angle vs. zoom, and everything in between.

• Travel Photography: Finding the best places to shoot; Getting the most with the least; Approaching your subject; Understanding the laws for photographing people in a foreign country; Choosing the right lens; Finding the right light.

• Understanding Apertures: What a f-stop is; Full stops, half stops, one third stops; Fast vs. slow lenses; Impact of lens choice; How to control your depth of field; Bokeh; The rule of thirds for depth of field; When to shoot in Aperture Priority.

• Understanding Composition: Understanding the rule of thirds; Using leading lines; The need for balance; Framing your images.

• Understanding Film Speeds: ISO, ASA, and DIN; History of film; Full stops, half stops, one third stops; Understanding the lighting conditions; I shoot digital, why should I care; Film grain vs. digital noise; How to control exposures; Have fun and experiment.

• Understanding Histograms: Histograms defined; Reading a histogram; Using them for better exposures; How they are generated.

• Understanding Shutter Speeds: What shutter speed means; How is it measured; Full stops, half stops, one third stops; How to stop action; How to show motion; Panning; When to shoot in Shutter Priority.

• Wildflower & Plant Photography: Needed camera equipment and gear; Image size; Light and how to control it; Elements of design; Dealing with the background; Finding a viewpoint; Choosing the right perspective; How to factor in placement.

• Wildlife Photography: Where the wildlife is; Needed gear and accessories; Portable blinds; Exposure challenges; Watching and waiting for the perfect moment; Shooting techniques.

• Wildlife Photography – Advanced: The use of custom camera settings; The advantages of teleconverters or extenders; Using proper support systems; Understanding your wildlife subjects; Understanding lighting techniques; Shooting techniques.

• Wildlife Photography – Beginning: Getting to know your equipment; Wildlife behaviors, tracks, and signs; Composing your subject; Finding and creating wildlife refuges; Patience and anticipating the shot; Getting to know wildlife patterns.

Map Locations 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Flynn Barn (19) Christian Photo Christian Photo Christian Photo Christian Photo Christian Photo

(Vendors Are Inside) Benro, BlackRapid, Benro, BlackRapid, Benro, BlackRapid, Benro, BlackRapid, Benro, BlackRapid,

Bowens, Canon, Bowens, Canon, Bowens, Canon, Bowens, Canon, Bowens, Canon,

ExpoDisc, GoPro, ExpoDisc, GoPro, ExpoDisc, GoPro, ExpoDisc, GoPro, ExpoDisc, GoPro,

Induro, Limelite, Induro, Limelite, Induro, Limelite, Induro, Limelite, Induro, Limelite,

Lowepro, MeFoto, Lowepro, MeFoto, Lowepro, MeFoto, Lowepro, MeFoto, Lowepro, MeFoto,

Nikon, Nissin, Nikon, Nissin, Nikon, Nissin, Nikon, Nissin, Nikon, Nissin,

PocketWizard, Rogue, PocketWizard, Rogue, PocketWizard, Rogue, PocketWizard, Rogue, PocketWizard, Rogue,

Sekonic, Tamron, Sekonic, Tamron, Sekonic, Tamron, Sekonic, Tamron, Sekonic, Tamron,

Tenba, Think Tank Tenba, Think Tank Tenba, Think Tank Tenba, Think Tank Tenba, Think Tank

ISF Photography Salon ISF Photography Salon ISF Photography Salon ISF Photography Salon ISF Photography Salon

Baseball Field Terry Williams Terry Williams Terry Williams Terry Williams Terry Williams

(Bleachers) Sports Photography Sports Photography Sports Photography Photographing The Sports Photography

Basic Skills Advanced Skills Basic Skills Historic Baseball Game Advanced Skills

Visitor Center (1) Jason Stewart Jeff Allen Jason Stewart Jeff Allen

(Classroom 1) Nikon Cameras Travel Nikon Cameras Travel

Basic DSLR Photography Basic DSLR Photography

Visitor Center (1) John Stoilov Bruce Michelsen John Stoilov Bruce Michelsen

(Classroom 2) Canon Cameras Flash Canon Cameras Flash

Basic DSLR Photography Basic DSLR Photography

Church of the Land (2) Scott Courtier Scott Courtier Scott Courtier Jill Brown Jill Brown

(Inside Church) Shooting Indoor Events Shooting Indoor Events Shooting Indoor Events Portraits Using Portraits Using

Without A Flash Without A Flash Without A Flash Natural Window Light Natural Window Light

Church of the Land (2) Jill Brown Jill Brown Jill Brown Scott Courtier Scott Courtier

(Outside Church) Portraits Using Portraits Using Portraits Using Camera Metering Camera Metering

Natural Outdoor Light Natural Outdoor Light Natural Outdoor Light Patterns Patterns

Church of the Land (2) Tim Abramowitz Tim Abramowitz Tim Abramowitz Tim Abramowitz Tim Abramowitz

(Church Basement) Lightroom Lightroom Lightroom Photoshop Photoshop

Essentials Essentials Essentials Essentials Essentials

Millinery (4) Lorri Eastin Lorri Eastin Lorri Eastin Lorri Eastin Lorri Eastin

Beginning Beginning Beginning Basic Rules of Basic Rules of

Photography Photography Photography Photography Photography

Law Office (5) Galen Harvey Galen Harvey Galen Harvey Galen Harvey Galen Harvey

Nighttime Camera Nighttime Camera Nighttime

Photography Shooting Modes Photography Shooting Modes Photography

Drug Store (6) Ken DePue Ken DePue Ken DePue Ken DePue Ken DePue

Camera Steadying Camera Understanding Camera Steadying Camera

Techniques Lenses Histograms Techniques Lenses

General Store (7) Alex Cooney Alex Cooney Alex Cooney Alex Cooney Alex Cooney

Photographing Photographing Photographing Photographing Family Photographing Family

Small Children Small Children Small Children & Familiar People & Familiar People

10th Annual Living History Farms

Sponsored By Christian Photo

LUNCH: Lunch can be purchased behind the Flynn Home at the Flynn Café (17). Vending Machines and Restrooms (15).

I am also looking for instructors and volunteers for next year. Next year's event will be held on Saturday, September 17, 2016.

NOTE: Please take time to thank the Instructors and Vendors. They are donating their time to help make this event a success.

COMMENTS: Please email Charley Starnes at CharleyLHF@Q.com with general feedback, comments, and topic suggestions.

Photography Day

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Map Locations 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. 2:45 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Blacksmith (8) Craig Meyers Craig Meyers Craig Meyers Craig Meyers Craig Meyers

Wildlife Landscape Choosing The Right Landscape Wildlife

Photography Photography Lens For The Job Photography Photography

Vet Clinic (9) Gabe Tejeda-Benitez Gabe Tejeda-Benitez Gabe Tejeda-Benitez Gabe Tejeda-Benitez Gabe Tejeda-Benitez

DSLR Video DSLR Video GoPro DSLR Video DSLR Video

Beginning Advanced Basics Beginning Advanced

Cabinet Maker (10) Brent Mardis Brent Mardis Brent Mardis Brent Mardis Brent Mardis

Shooting In Histograms & Shooting In Histograms & Shooting In

Manual Mode Highlight Warnings Manual Mode Highlight Warnings Manual Mode

Schoolhouse (11) Shane Abbitt Shane Abbitt Shane Abbitt Shane Abbitt Shane Abbitt

PocketWizards Photographing Sports Photographing PocketWizards

Tips & Tricks Eagles In Iowa Photography Eagles In Iowa Tips & Tricks

Broom Maker (12) Steve O'Brien Steve O'Brien Steve O'Brien Steve O'Brien Steve O'Brien

The Nuts and Bolts of How and When to Use The Nuts and Bolts of How and When to Use The Nuts and Bolts of

Photographic Exposures Exposure Compensation Photographic Exposures Exposure Compensation Photographic Exposures

Gazebo (16) Jerry Ranch Jerry Ranch Jerry Ranch Jerry Ranch Jerry Ranch

Technical Skills For Portrait Infrared Technical Skills For Portrait

Outdoor Portraiture Storytelling Digital Photography Outdoor Portraiture Storytelling

Flynn Home (18) Neal Westergaard Neal Westergaard Neal Westergaard Neal Westergaard Neal Westergaard

(Front Porch) Architectural Real Estate Architectural Real Estate Architectural

Photography Photography Photography Photography Photography

Flynn Home (18) Tom Rosburg Tom Rosburg Tom Rosburg Tom Rosburg Tom Rosburg

(Flowerbed) Wildflower & Plant Controlling Your Wildflower & Plant Controlling Your Wildflower & Plant

Photography Depth of Field Photography Depth of Field Photography

Tangen Home (20) Paula Maxheim Paula Maxheim Paula Maxheim Paula Maxheim Paula Maxheim

(Front Side Porch) Learning Capturing Capturing Pet Pet

How To See Emotions Emotions Photography Photography

Tangen Home (20) Gil Lea Gil Lea Gil Lea Gil Lea Gil Lea

(Back Porch) Searching For Architectural Understanding Understanding Searching For

The Perfect Light Photography Basics Composition Composition The Perfect Light

Implement Dealer (21) Larry Mendenhall Larry Mendenhall Larry Mendenhall Larry Mendenhall Larry Mendenhall

(Front Porch) Shooting High Quality Theme Based Shooting High Quality Theme Based Shooting High Quality

Landscape Photos Photography Projects Landscape Photos Photography Projects Landscape Photos

Doctor's Office (22) Mike Larsen Mike Larsen Mike Larsen Mike Larsen Mike Larsen

Understanding Understanding Understanding Understanding Understanding

Shutter Speeds Apertures Film Speeds Shutter Speeds Apertures

Bank (23) Eric Williamson Eric Williamson Eric Williamson Eric Williamson Eric Williamson

Wildlife Photography Wildlife Photography Back Button Wildlife Photography Wildlife Photography

Beginning Advanced Focusing Beginning Advanced

Print Shop (24) Chris Boeke Chris Boeke Chris Boeke Chris Boeke Chris Boeke

Through The Learn How To HDR Photography Through The Learn How To

Looking Glass Capture What You See High Dynamic Range Looking Glass Capture What You See

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