Professional Photographers of Greater New York

COMMERCIAL/ADVERTISING PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE WEDDING/PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Tuesday, July 7, 2009 | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Cost: $30 (Includes dinner)
Location: Douglaston Manor
               6320 Commonwealth Blvd
               Flushing, NY 11363

This is a hands on course that is designed to teach photographers how to do simple commercial/advertising photography. We will discuss the theory of light and actually photograph products using different lighting techniques and light sources. Attendees will learn how to devise alternative light modification devices that can be made by using items you probably have in your home or studio, or can be purchased at your local hardware store. Items that you never thought about as light modification devices, such as shower curtains and lamp shades will be used to open your eyes to a new way of thinking. You will see all of the results of this digital session. Attendees will leave the program confident in their ability to accept small commercial assignments.

Speaker: Aaron Pepis, PPA Certified, M. Photog., Cr. API

 Aaron Pepis began his career in photography in the Navy. After he was  discharged, Aaron worked for several senior portrait and wedding studios before becoming a technical representative for a photographic marketing company. Aaron began to amass his technical skills both in the darkroom and behind the camera from these experiences. He continued to expand his knowledge by becoming an assistant in a large New York City commercial studio

In 1980 Aaron opened his own studio in Rockland County, New York, which is one hour north of New York City. He was able to utilize all of his talents in this venture. In addition to having the distinction of being an internationally recognized portrait, wedding and commercial photographer, Aaron is also known to be a caring and gifted teacher. He has lectured all over the country on many aspects of photography and has been asked to lecture for seven times at Imaging USA, the International Professional Photographers Convention. He has also been an instructor for the Mid Atlantic Regional School of Professional Photography (MARS) in Cape May, New Jersey. Aaron was a PPA judge for over 20 years and has judged on a National level as well at many regional and state conventions. He is an approved API and has earned the Photographic Craftsman and Master of Photography Degree, and is PPA Certified. Aaron has hung prints in the traveling loan collection and has won the coveted Kodak Gallery Award. He is an active member of the Professional Photographers of America, the Professional Photographers Society of New York State and has served on the Board of Governors of the American Society of Photographers. He has also served on several PPA committees.

Studio Management:

10 Time-Saving Technology Tips

Tuesday, September 1, 2009 | 6:00pm – 9:30pm
Cost: $30 (Includes dinner)
Location: Douglaston Manor
               6320 Commonwealth Blvd
               Flushing, NY 11363

Do you spend most of your day managing your studio? Wish you could spend more time with your family or on the golf course? Emily will introduce you to 10 surprisingly simple technologies that will save you time in the studio. Learn how to work more efficiently using studio management software, online sales, and digital presentations.

 

Speaker

 

Emily Schlipf is a successful photographer in Hoboken, New Jersey, who began her photography career in 2003 when a local studio, Black Dog Photography, hired her to automate and organize its workflow. Today, Black Dog Photography is a thriving studio with 2 locations and 4 photographers. Emily continues to find new and innovative ways to manage the business’ workflow and has become widely known for her work in weddings and boudoir.  Her images have been published in the New York Times, Manhattan Bride and (201) Bride.  Her images are also currently featured in Fujifilm marketing materials. Emily is an active member of the Professional Photographers of America and recently became a Certified Professional Photographer.

 

 

 

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