Equine Photography Workshop & Fundraiser

105 Stockbridge Street,Hadley MA 01035

13 November, 2021

Description

How to photograph horses workshop This workshop is open to those who are interested in photographing horses, and is limited to 15 people. All levels of experience and any kind of camera (smartphone, point and shoot, DSLR/mirrorless) are welcomed. Using presentation, example, discussion, and hands on practice, we will focus on the basics for photographing horses and the creative process: •Safety •Exposure •Perspective •Creative use of light •Composition •Tricks to get the horse to pose •Editing •Hands on practice photographing the horses at the farm The workshop will be taught by D. John McCarthy, M. Photog, Cr., ABI, API. He is the owner of Long Leash Pet Photography and the Director of the Valley Photo Center, http://thevalleyphotocenter.com, a co-sponsor of the workshop. Photographing Horses will be held at and is sponsored by Full of Grace Farm, https://fullofgracefarm.com, at 106 Roosevelt Street, Hadley MA 01035 This workshop is a fundraiser for Full of Grace Farm's rescued horses. All proceeds will go to the feed, care & medical needs of the horses. (No refunds.) (Rain Date November 14, 2021) Please register by November 5. NOTE: This workshop will be in unheated areas in & around the barn. Please wear/bring: your coat, outdoor shoes and a fully charged camera (spare battery and memory card if applicable). If you have any questions, call 1 (413) 563-0353 Full Of Grace Farm was founded on May 24, 2009 with the vision of creating a safe and nurturing environment for horses and humans of all ages to self-empower, learn, and heal. The Farm utilizes their rescued horses as the main focus of all their programs Full Of Grace Farm is a full service equine facility & equine assisted learning center. For more information about the Farm & its programs, please visit: www.fullofgracefarm.com Our mission is to share information about the art and science of photography and to educate our members and the general public to bring about a greater appreciation for the art of photography in the valley with an emphasis on the urban communities.