Our first DVD - "Composition One" has received an amazing 92% in a review in Digital Photographer Magazine!!(April 2008) and our new Wedding Workout DVD is shortly to be released.
Licentiate “Finishing School” in the UK
This course is designed to fulfill the needs of those photographers who are quite simply ‘nearly there’ or are lacking in the finesse to qualify as a Licentiate in Wedding or Portrait Photography. It comprises of an Intensive two day programme to be delivered at my training centre in Coventry or at alternative bases in London and Ireland. It will be preceded by a clearly defined ‘homework’ or guided study period.
Over the period of the ‘Mentor Me’ programme I have been in a position to identify a growing number of photographers who are extremely close to qualifying at Licentiate level but lack the direction and hands on instruction to get them over the final hurdle. This course has been designed with that group in mind.
We also run our popular ‘Fast Track to Licentiate’ courses over 2 modules but to determine which course suits you best we ask that you send via email a zipped folder containing 20 images of no more than 150kbs each to iapp_mentor_me@yahoo.co.uk so that I may make an honest assessment and point you in the right direction. If you are a photographer who has already had feedback of a ‘nearly there, but not quite’ nature from Martin then this course is definitely for you!
This invaluable course will cost £300 and include the training, course notes, prescriptive shooting guide, teas & coffees plus a ‘working’ light lunch.
In return for their commitment, each delegate will literally have their hand held through their qualification which they will not only pass, but pass with some distinction! I have many years of proven track record of shepherding a large number of photographers in the UK and overseas to achieve everything from Licentiate to Fellowship and I don't know another professional trainer in the market place who can truthfully boast that.
On Day One… we will cover the following…
Ø The constituent elements of a ‘Licentiate’ panel
Ø Critical Analysis – an introduction into the process of self evaluation
Ø Learning the important ‘Rules’ of composition and image design
Ø A re-evaluation of the essential core skills of ‘Lighting, Posing & Composition’
Ø Identifying a style commensurate with the expectations of Licentiateship and ‘Merchantable Quality’
On Day Two… every delegate will…
Ø Undertake a series of guided tasks which will be assessed
Ø Definitive presentation techniques for qualification and print competitions
Ø Present a portfolio of images that meet the standard
Qualifications Course: FINISHING SCHOOL TO LICENCIATE
Fees - £300.00 per course
Delegates: A maximum of 10 on each course
Duration – A very intensive two day training programme with a preceded project.
2009 Finishing Group A Dates: 2-3rd April in Coventry - Places still available
2009 Finishing Group B Dates: 20-21st May in London - Places still available
2009 Finishing Group C Dates: 24-25th November in London - Places still available
"Fast Track to Licentiate Qualification"
We have had a great year in 2008 and our 2009 dates are now confirmed. Early application is essential as these are extra courses we have had to arrange due to the demand. In the past these courses have proved to be the most popular we offer. So, if you are interested in qualifying quickly and with skill and integrity as a 'Professional' photographer contact us now!
Coventry Area - Venue: TBC - Places still available
March 30-31st module 1
October 21-22nd Module 2
London - Venue: TBC - Places still available
April 29-30th module 1
October 26-27th module 2
This Fast track to Licentiate course will comprise 2 two day 'Modules' at either London or Coventry with a ‘homework’ or guided study period in between.Each two day 'Module' will cost £300 and include the training, course notes, prescriptive shooting guide, teas & coffees plus lunch and will be 4 to 6 months apart to allow for proper skills development.
In return for their commitment, each delegate will literally have their hand held through their qualification which they will not only pass, but pass with some distinction! I have many years of proven track record of shepherding a large number of photographers in the UK and overseas to achieve everything from Licentiate to Fellowship and I don't know another professional trainer in the market place who can truthfully boast that.
Module 1 will cover the following:
Ø The constituent elements of a ‘Licentiate’ panel
Ø Critical Analysis – an introduction into the process of self evaluation
Ø Learning the important ‘Rules’ of composition and image design
Ø Images within Images – identifying hidden gems
Ø Identifying a style commensurate with the expectations of Licentiateship and ‘Merchantable Quality’
Ø Beginning to shoot with creativity & passion
Module 2 will cover the following:
Ø Definitive presentation techniques for qualification and print competitions
Ø How your panel is judged
Ø The Dissection of images relative to Judging Components
Ø The International Print Competition 100 point system
Ø The Judging experience – understanding the judging process and working with your peers
Qualifications Course: FAST TRACK TO LICENCIATE
Fees - £300.00 per module (£600.00 in total)
Delegates: 8 to 10 on each course
Duration – Two 2 day intensive modules with intervening projects.
To register your interest on a future course please contact Elaine Grahame-Dunn by email at iapp_mentor_me@yahoo.co.uk or call us on 0207 993 6849. An initial booking fee of £150.00 is payable on booking with the balance due 2 weeks before the start of Module 1. The commitment is to complete both modules to achieve the Qualification. All delegates must bring a selection of totally ‘finished’ files to both modules. Ratification of the qualification will be subject to SWPP administrative procedures and payment to them of the appropriate submission fee.
Each training day will run from 9.30am – 5.00pm.
Delegates will require cameras, laptops (if possible) and notepads.
A list of local accommodation will be sent out to all applicants.
"Upgrade to Associate"
All of our 'Upgrade to Associate' courses in the UK and Spain in 2008 were fully bookedl. We are now taking bookings for 2009 so contacCov Venue: Midlands area, location TBC - Places still available
March 16-18th Module 1
September 7-8th Module 2
If achieving your Licentiate is the first ‘benchmark’ then the acquisition of an Associateship is a huge step forward, marking your progress as an expert practitioner. At the grade of Licentiate you were in pursuit of a competent and average standard of professional imaging. The road to Associateship is an arduous and demanding one that encourages you to exploit your skills to the full, acquire others and develop a personal style.
This Upgrade to Associate course will comprise of one 3 day and a further 2 day 'Module' at my training centre in Coventry and will be very intensive training sessions with a ‘homework’ or guided study period in between. The three day ‘Module’ will cost £450.00 and the two day 'Module', £300 and include the training, course notes, prescriptive shooting guide, teas & coffees plus lunch and will be 4 to 6 months apart to allow for proper skills development.
In return for their commitment, each delegate will literally have their hand held through their qualification which they will not only pass, but pass with some distinction! I have many years of proven track record of shepherding a large number of photographers in the UK and overseas to achieve everything from Licentiate to Fellowship and I don't know another professional trainer in the market place who can truthfully boast that.
Module 1 will cover the following:
Ø The constituent elements of an ‘Associateship’ panel
Ø Critical Analysis – moving self evaluation to another phase
Ø Re-examining the important ‘Rules’ of composition and image design and learning when and where to break them
Ø Thinking ‘outside the box’
Ø Images within Images – identifying more hidden gems
Ø The beginnings of identifying your personal style
Ø Shoot with creativity, flair, imagination & passion
Module 2 will cover the following:
Ø Re-visiting Dynamics in subject posing and control
Ø Advanced presentation techniques for qualification and print competitions
Ø How your panel is judged
Ø The Dissection of images relative to Judging Components and learning to break personal attachment
Ø The International Print Competition 100 point system
Ø The Judging experience – understanding the judging process and working with your peers
Qualifications Course: UPGRADE TO ASSOCIATE
Fees - £450.00 for module 1 and £300 for module 2 (£750.00 in total)
Delegates: 8 on each course
Duration – One 3 day and a Two 2 day intensive module with an intervening project.
To reserve a place please contact Elaine Grahame-Dunn by email at iapp_mentor_me@yahoo.co.uk or call us on 0207 993 6849. An initial booking fee of £150.00 is payable on booking with the balance due 2 weeks before the start of Module 1. The commitment is to complete both modules to achieve the Qualification. All delegates must bring a selection of totally ‘finished’ files to both modules. Ratification of the qualification will be subject to SWPP administrative procedures and payment to them of the appropriate submission fee.
Each training day will run from 9.30am – 5.00pm.
Delegates will require cameras, laptops (if possible) and notepads.
A list of local accommodation will be sent out to all applicants.
