Our new DVD - Composition One has just received 92% in a review in Digital Photographer Magazine!!(April 2008)
"The Wedding Photography Workout 2008"
Our extra special Wedding course from 9th - 13th June proved to be a stunning success! The filming of the training DVD is all but complete and is now in full production. Details on the release date will appear in our newsletter and on this site in the not too distant future.
"Upgrade to Associate"
All of our 'Upgrade to Associate' courses in the UK and Spain for 2008 are now full. We will be taking enquiries for 2009 so contact us soon if you want further details.
"Fast Track to Licentiate Qualification"
We still have a few places left on our UK courses 8th & 9th September '08 in London, 20th & 21st January also in London and 10th / 11th February in Coventry. 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!
Fast Track to Licentiate in the UK
This Fast track to Licentiate course will comprise of 2 two day 'Modules' at my training centre in 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
nd a bore. In this session we will examine group construction, sequencing and a rapid resolution this ‘
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 on each course
Duration – Two 2 day intensive modules with intervening projects monitored in online group sessions
2008 Group A Dates: Module 1 – 14th & 15th May 2008
Module 2 – 24th & 25th November 2008
2008 Group B Dates: Module 1 – 23rd & 24th October 2008
Module 2 – 2nd & 3rd March 2009
2008 Group C Dates: Module 1 - 7th & 8th May 2008
Module 2 – 1st & 2nd Dec 2008
Venue: Number Three' Siskin Drive, Middlemarch Business Park, Baginton, Coventry, Warwickshire CV3 4FJ SORRY ALL COURSES ARE FULL
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 deposit 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 9am – 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 in the UK
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: 6 on each course
Duration – Two 2 day intensive modules with intervening projects monitored in online group sessions
2008 Group A Dates: Module 1 – 26th – 28th November 2008
Module 2 – 4th – 5th March 2009
SORRY THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL
2008 Group B Dates: Module 1 – 3rd – 5th December 2008
Module 2 – TBC early 2009
Venue: Number Three' Siskin Drive, Middlemarch Business Park, Baginton, Coventry, Warwickshire CV3 4FJ
SORRY- NO PLACES REMAINING. Enquiries for next year now being taken.
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 deposit 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 9am – 5.00pm.
Delegates will require cameras, laptops (if possible) and notepads.
A list of local accommodation will be sent out to all applicants.
