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What's the deal with PSH Seminars?

Just why are Photography Schoolhouse seminars so different? Well it's all about learning, and to learn you have to do.

With most seminars you sit and watch as an instructor presents a slide show or live demonstration of their work. Often the only reason they're doing it at all is to try and give you a sales pitch for their books or DVD's.

At Photography Schoolhouse you get involved. You get up and shoot along with the instructor and get instant feedback on how to master the technique being taught.

I've always believed you can't learn to play the piano by watching a video. With Photography Schoolhouse Seminars you get the hands on education you crave.

Kerry Allan
Instructor

 

Kerry - How will I get great pictures with so many shooters?

This is what makes Photography Schoolhouse Seminars to unique.

We start by controlling each strobe with radio slaves. Only one photographer at a time can use a trigger so each of you will have a private one-on-one time with the model. As others are waiting, we ask that you move briskly and share the time. The instructor will make sure everyone gets a fair chance.

Are you struggling to get the most from your Digital Portrait and Wedding Photography and bring your business to it's true full potential?

Announcing The:

Photography Schoolhouse Toronto Boot Camp

If you're dead serious about making more money in your Photography from Portraits, Seniors, and Weddings to Bridal Boudoir and Glamour then this may be the most important event you will ever attend!

Photography Schoolhouse's Toronto Boot Camp May 30 - June 1, 2011

Three days of "Shoot 'till ya Drop" Photo Immersion

Photography Schoolhouse Toronto Canada

What's in the Boot Camp?

Shoot 'till ya Drop Hands on Education! - No lengthy slide shows and sales pitches - but true - hands on photographic education! Shoot with our live models and learn with your own camera the techniques of both location and studio Photography.

Digital Post Production - Learn state of the art post production from the images captured that day. Learn shooting in the RAW camera format, facial retouching in Photoshop, making your images ready for showcasing and selling your images in print form.

Just look at how Kerry Allan's (lead instructor) previous students feel about his Seminars.

Kerry Allan PSH InstructorKerry Allan
Lead Instructor





Having taught photography, computer science and software implementation to thousands of students in nine countries around the world, Kerry has developed a unique teaching style. His straight forward, and personable approach has won him the loyalty of his students from all parts of the globe.

But more than an instructor, Kerry is also known as a show and event producer. Having created and produced events of every description for twenty years attracting many thousands of attendees , nobody is better suited to create, manage and produce this Boot Camp.

Feel the passion - Join today!

"Kerry has either worked very hard on his presentation skills, or is naturally gifted"  Major Schell, National Defence Headquarters, Ottawa Canada

"Trainer  was fully versed in the program and took considerable interest in ensuring methods were correctly understood. Welcomed questions".J.W. Shields

"It was the best course I have ever attended" D. Mac Donald

"The instructor's delivery of the material was excellent. It’s easy to learn from a confident professional speaker. Thank you Mr. Allan" O. Gillis

"A very interesting and logical individual. He uses concise language and helps people without regard for time or repetitiveness. He is a real good teacher". A. Lemire

"Kerry did his job and more. His simple approach was easy and made me comfortable. His knowledge and enthusiasm was much needed for this course." R. Despoteaux

"Very knowledgeable instructor - personable and approachable. He didn’t make anyone feel stupid for making a mistake or not understanding a procedure." S. Campbell

"Did an excellent job as a trainer - speech was clear and precise - very easy to hear clearly - definitely satisfactory to a high degree." Russ Silljer

"Very good speaker. excellent attitude, talked on same level as trainees but authoritative. A. Jones

"I particularly liked hand on exercises that helped me to overcome some of my fears. The instructor was excellent to say the least. A. F. Snow

 

Boot Camp 2010 - What happened?
Toronto BootCamp

What did Last Year's Toronto Boot Camp Attendees have to say?

Check out the comments

Loved getting a chance to actually get to prep the lights myself and meter. Also to watch other's creative thinking was great. - Andree

The Studio programs were awesome, interacting with other photographers and seeing other styles was great! - Julie

I enjoyed how we can come to you with anything, greatly appreciated Would have liked to have more of your creative input during the shoots to see what you see. - Nathalie

The models were phenomenal (I Loved Them). They made it impossible to get a bad shot. I liked the fact that you touched on so many topics and I found it very easy to follow your teaching style. I think the Boot Camp was fantastic and it met all of my expectations. Thank you for a great 3 days. - Andrew

I really felt that I've learned a lot from this Boot Camp. Studio is something I knew nothing about and after the boot camp I feel knowledgeable about studio shooting. All in all, thanks for overloading my brain :) - Angela

Shorter lunch and dinner breaks. I know it's shoot till you drop, but 8:30AM till 10:30 PM is a bit much - Unknown

Oh my god....There are so many wickedly awesome images to choose from.
I'm still in awe , I can't believe I actually took these pictures.
I want more bootcamp!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - Andrew

Photography Schoolhouse Seminars 
Sunday May 29, 2011 7PM  - Welcome and Social - Seminar Room
Photography Schoolhouse Social

Meet and chat to your fellow PSH'ers

Join us Sunday night for an informal get together and a special address by PSH founder Kerry Allan.

Location: Main Seminar Room
Monday May 30, 2011 - Seminar Schedule - Seminar Room - 8AM

The Fun Begins

To insure everyone gets a good chance to shoot, we will break into two groups. Groups A and B will alternate between locations and subjects. We will further break down each group into two shooting areas. That means each group will have two separate shooting areas with different models and accessories to use. Attendees will be able to bounce back and forth between each shooting area, but should stay within their own group.
Seminar Room

Creative Seniors - 8:30 -10:00AM

Photography Schoolhouse Creative Seniors

The high school senior is a huge and lucrative market. we'll look at some modern senior portraits for both classic and creative sessions.
It starts with a prior consultation with the client to select wardrobe and set design, and ends with one of the most demanding photographic sessions.

Our models will have a variety of wardrobe changes, and with two set changes we'll watch how the we can produce a large variety of totally different looks.
Seminar Room

Dramatic Lighting - 10:30 - 12:00AM

Photography Schoolhouse Dramatic Lighting

A slightly more advanced presentation for those wanting to take their studio photography up a notch.

While classical studio lighting is always desirable, sometimes we just need an edge that helps us gain a "WOW" factor to our portraits.

In this session we'll take a look at how we can place the lights to give us a sharper, more dramatic image and more importantly how the use of light and selective shadow creates shape, form and mood

Ferry Ride to Toronto Center Island
Photography Schoolhouse Ferry Trip

Ferry Ride to Toronto Center Island

  • Walk to Ferry Docks - adjacent to Hotel
  • Ferry Ride to Center Island
  • Lunch on the Island and open discussion

So grab a sandwich and soda and absorb some of the local ambience
Toronto Island Wedding Shoot

Location Weddings- 2:00 - 4:00 PM

Photography Schoolhouse Weddings

An exploration on creating fine outdoor Portraits for Brides, Singles or Couples.

Seeking the Light, Balancing Fill flash, adjusting contrast, and using kicker lights will all be reviewed.

Our 2 hour instructional class will be followed by a one hour assignment to be completed and handed in for evaluation during the evening session.

 
Toronto Island Wedding Shoot

On Location Lighting - 2:00 - 4:00 PM

PSH Seminar Toronto Island Wedding Shoot
Tracks One and Two - Seminar Room - 7:00-9:00PM
Photography Schoolhouse Socail Network Marketing

Self Assignment Photo Review

This evening we will review the self assignment from Toronto Island. Prepare to hand in your flash cards for projection and have your photos reviewed.

Photography Schoolhouse
Tuesday May 31, 2011 - Seminar Schedule - Seminar Room - 8AM

Photo Q&A Panel

Having feasted at the PSH Moderator breakfast, your panel of PSH moderators will waddle into the seminar room and answer any of your questions. You may have technical questions from the previous day's shooting, and Kerry will present some of the images he took for review. Feel free to ask away.
Beauty and Glamour - Seminar Rm

Beauty and Glamour - 8:30 - 10:00 AM

Photography Schoolhouse Beauty and Glamour

When we say beauty and glamour, we're talking about the kind of photography used in makeup and hair commercials. The idea is the model is the backdrop and the product is the makeup or hair.

In this session, we'll explore the ways we "Get the Look" and how we can use this in our studio photography, indoors or out.
Pro Head Shots - Seminar Room

Pro Head Shots - 10:30 - 12:00 AM

Photography Schoolhouse - Pro Head Shots

One of the great challenges for professional photographers and models alike is to come up with truly "Great" head shots for models and performers.

Both parties build their career on these shots. Using our model, we'll explore the techniques used to create these powerful shots. Setting up a head shot booth, lighting for glamour, posing, working for expression, and makeup considerations will be covered.

For the Chronically Board at Lunch - The Histogram - The final word
Photography Schoolhouse - Histogram

The Histogram - and Proper Exposure - Oh no not again!

So much has been said about this digital tool, but still so many struggle with it's meaning.

In this lunch session, Kerry will use his unique Histogram training methods, to demonstrate the power and the fallacy of this tool. He'll also demonstrate what proper exposure really is.

Come on in and see if you can pass Kerry's Histogram test :)

  Portraiture - Seminar Rm.

Portraiture - 1:30 - 4:30 PM

Photography Schoolhouse - Portraiture

An exploration on creating fine studio portrait. Lighting ratios, backgrounds, wardrobe selection, hair and accent lights, colored gels, posing full length and head and shoulders, placement of hands.

A demonstration of understanding your subjects strengths and weaknesses. Revealing a subjects personality on film, telling a story by asking the subject to bring musical instruments, hobby items, or professional tools with them that help us tell the story.
Boudoir - Breakout Room

Group A -Bridal Boudoir - 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Group B -Bridal Boudoir - 5:00 - 7:00PM

Photography Schoolhouse - Maternity

Typically done before the wedding, but sometimes after, this new kind of photo session allows the bride to surprise her groom with a personal gift just for him.

Not blatant or tawdry, but tasteful and sensual.

Using our luxury suite, you'll get images you can't get in any other way. This session will use a lot of available light and reflectors, plus special color balances to achieve a unique look.
Open Shoot. The Harbour at Night
Photography Schoolhouse Open Shoot

Get your best PJ shots of Toronto at Night


Cruise around the island and the harbour and get your best PJ shots of the harbour at night.

Test your skills. Capture the harbour at night. Tell a story with your camera, then come back to the seminar room and show us your best stuff.

Join Kerry as he demonstrates his nighttime Pencil light Technique.

Photography Schoolhouse Boot Camp 2010

Wednesday June 1, 2011 - Seminar Schedule - Seminar Room - 8AM
Photography Schoolhouse Digital Camera Modes

Photo Fusion on Location and in the Studio

It's here. Get used to it. We've been able to add video clips to our still coverage for weddings for years now. Now it's time to get on board with doing it in the studio as well.

We'll also look at how we can create fusion shows for our customers
Location Photography

Urban Grunge - 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Photography Schoolhouse PortraitureWe do portraits. All of us do. In the studio in the park, in the alleyway, we still have to apply the same principals of lighting and posing.

In this session, we'll be working for a new and trendy look called Urban Grunge.
Model's Portfolio-Seminar Rm.

Model's Portfolio - 10:30 - 12:00 PM

Photography Schoolhouse Senior PortraitsOne of the best sessions of all is the models portfolio.

With this we can really push the edge of lighting and creativity.

We'll examine various glamour lighting techniques including the head shot booth and clam shell lighting.
 Wedding Photography - Studio

Studio Weddings - 1:30 - 3:00PM

Photography Schoolhouse Wedding Workplace

Part Two of our wedding shoot.

In this session, we'll look at how you can execute the perfect and contemporary bridal portrait in the studio.

We'll use some exotic lighting and posing to create work that sets us apart from the others.
The High Key Portrait

High Key - 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Photography Schoolhouse High KeyOne of the situations a professional photographer must master, is the ability to shoot reliable High Key work.

The subtleties of a scene with the subject in white, using a white prop, and shooting on a white background demands exact exposure calculation.

Join us for Three days of Shootin' Toronto Style 

May 30 - June 1, 2011 - Toronto Canada 

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Just how does this help me?

Learn Photography - grow your business - mingle with your peers - feel the passion.

Get empowered as some of the best instructors in the country lead you thru hands on photo training. Work with live models to truly understand the technique, and interact with a real subject. You bring your own camera and shoot. You don't just sit and watch.

In addition to working one-on-one with our live models, you'll actually get model releases as well so you can use the work as samples, or stock photography.

How can you let so many shoot at a convention?

We don't! Photography Schoolhouse Boot Camps are about learning, not about cramming people into a room.

Yes, we charge a bit more, but don't confuse what we do with other conventions. We severely limit the attendance to a level we can control and insure that everyone has a fair chance to take awesome pictures.

But I'm just a beginner, is this for me?

Maybe not ... but probably yes. Here's the pre-requisites for making the most of this Boot Camp:

  • A willingness to learn

  • A desire to succeed

  • A semi-pro or pro model DSLR camera

  • How to set, aperture, shutter speed, f-stops, and ISO on your camera

From beginner to advanced pro, you will walk away with a mountain of information you did not already have and the ability to grow your business and build your financial goals for the future.