LISA LANGELL
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Lisa Langell is a multi-award-winning photographer from Scottsdale , Arizona . She is best known for her evocative images that create both a visual and emotional connection for the viewer . Lisa works to create not just a photograph — but a moving experience with nature .
Lisa ’ s images have been published in magazines , newspapers , and other works including Arizona Highways , Ranger Rick , Phoenix Home & Garden , Images Arizona , Arizona Wildlife Views , and many more . Her work has also earned honors and awards from the National Wildlife Federation , North American Nature Photography Association , Professional Photographer ’ s Association , Arizona Highways , and others .
Lisa is a member of several prominent photography organizations and sits on the Board of Directors for the North American Nature Photography Association . She works hard to support both nature and the people who photograph it .
As a nature photographer , Lisa is also passionate about environmental cleanup and preservation . She is the founder of Picture It Clean ( www . pictureitclean . org ), a non-profit organization that mobilizes nature photographers and their friends to assist in trash cleanup events nationally . It helps more intimately connect photographers with their local habitats and fosters a symbiotic relationship with both the lands we use for photography and the life that resides within them .
A Flight to Remember – Photographing Birds in Flight & Motion | Field Workshop **
Meeting Location : St . Augustine Alligator Farm , 999 Anastasia Blvd .
WEDNESDAY 8 TO 11 A . M . THURSDAY 4:30 TO 7:30 P . M .
Price : $ 100 + Annual Photo Pass | Max No of People : 12 | Difficulty Level : Intermediate Photographing birds in flight ( BIF ) and motion can be challenging for even the most experienced photographers . This session will break down what settings and techniques may work best for you with regard to photographing birds in flight . Via warm , friendly and supportive instruction , this class will help get you on your way to photographing birds in motion beautifully !
Designed for those with DSLR and mirrorless cameras , we will focus upon the following skills :
• Focus settings : AF-C or AI Servo
• Setting the proper focus point
• Best aperture and shutter speed settings for photographing birds in motion
• Finding the bird in the frame before you can photograph it
• Composition , panning , and related techniques for artistic effect
• How to envision the design , look and feel of your image prior to shooting
• Hands-on practice in-the-field , and more
Let there be Light ! | Photography Seminar
Meeting Location : GTM Research Reserve , Classroom 2
WEDNESDAY 1 TO 2:30 P . M .
Price : $ 25 | Max No of People : 30 | Difficulty Level : Beginner to Intermediate Seeing and identifying the seven primary types of natural light is quintessential to mastering wildlife and nature photography . Light adds mood and drama . Learn about various types of light and the strategies for finding that light , shooting it wisely , and making ever-changing lighting conditions work for your outdoor photography . Through instruction and in-class set-ups plus in-field assignment , you will discover and experiment with different types and qualities of light , including front light , side light , back light , rim light , silhouettes and even using reflectors , scrims , diffusers and more .
Stop Documenting . Start Creating Beautiful Bird & Wildlife Images ! | Presentation
Meeting Location : GTM Research Reserve , Classroom 1
THURSDAY 1 TO 2:30 P . M .
Price : $ 25 | Max No of People : 30 | Difficulty Level : Beginner to Advanced How can we think differently about nature and wildlife photography ? How can we be innovative at a time when wildlife photography has virtually exploded to a point where nearly every subject seems over-photographed ?
Via an engaging , interactive and dynamic session , Lisa Langell will share her inspirational thoughts , guidance , and techniques regarding the purpose , composition , and inspiration behind both how and why we photograph nature -- and how we can do so in more creative , purposeful , artistic , and fulfilling ways .
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YOU be the Judge ! 12 Key Elements to a Winning Photograph | Photography Seminar
Meeting Location : GTM Research Reserve , Classroom 1
FRIDAY 10 A . M . TO 3 P . M .
Price : $ 25 | Max No of People : 30 | Difficulty Level : Beginner to Intermediate Have you ever entered a photography contest and wondered if your image would win ? Do you know what the judges look for ? Ohh .. and what happens to your image rights , as a photographer , if you enter ? What does it take to win without losing it all ?
This session should be a MUST for anyone considering entering photo contests online , in clubs , and more . It is critically important to educate yourself on the joys and pitfalls of photography contests , which are more popular than ever and yet are often littered with questionable ethics . Learn how to prepare the best possible images for entry - and then learn how to separate the good , the bad , and the ugly of photography contests by analyzing the fine print . This fun , interactive , and important class will teach you critical information if you are preparing images for contest entry . We will cover :
• 12 key elements to a winning photograph
• Tips for preparing your image properly to help make it “ pop ”
• How to read the “ fine print ” to ensure you are not giving away your rights , unknowingly , when you submit your image . We will also engage in several interactive activities that will put you in the judges seat and help you see how they see ! Participate in a live ( and supportive , non- harsh ) image critique !
** A note about Alligator Farm Field Workshops
The Alligator Farm REQUIRES an ANNUAL PHOTO PASS for this workshop . ** If you need a Photo Pass then please purchase our “ I NEED AN ALLIGATOR FARM PHOTO PASS ” ticket and a Photo Pass will be ordered for you . You will only need to buy the pass one time and it ’ s valid for one year .