The Inner Path of Photography

 “It’s marvellous, marvellous! Nothing will ever be as much fun.
I’m going to photograph everything, everything! – ”

– Jacques-Henri Lartigue
after taking his first photo at age 7

“Explorations” © Heidi Straube 2012

“Inner Path Photo Camp, Ages 8-17”

Session 1: June 4-7, 2012
Session 2: July 30-August 7, 2012

9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Houston, TX

Learn the “inner art” of photography – how to express your unique vision and feelings – plus techniques to know your camera and take great photos.

We’ll look at photos, talk, shoot, experiment, see what we shot, try more new things, and have fun the whole time!

 Examples of topics:

• Why do you like photography?
• Learning about photographers from  many years – and you’re one too!
• Becoming friends with your camera
• Stillness & resonance – shooting from the quiet space within
• Making pictures that only you can imagine
• Experimenting and playing with the many kinds of photography – nature, architecture, fashion, travel, portraits, more…
• A photography scavenger hunt
• Putting your photos on the web and printing them for your own show
• Otherssssss…..possibilities are endless!

The class unfolds according to individual participant needs –
Be inspired, feel the joy, and experience the inner and outer satisfaction of photography.

Materials To Bring:

• Digital camera
• Camera manual (if available – helpful, but not required)
• Connector for downloading from camera to computer
• Zip drive
• Pen/pencil
• Box of 100 4”x6” photo paper, glossy (Epson, HP, Canon, Office Depot)
• 5-10 prints of photos you have taken (not required, if you are a beginner that’s great!)

Materials Provided:

•  Class notebook, personal journal, worksheets

Class Fee:

• $150.00