We are thrilled you are interested in learning more about the second quarter of our 4Experts yearlong workshop at Big Picture Scrapbooking. We are equally thrilled to be able to bring you the expertise of Allison Tyler Jones. Allison is a working professional photographer, specializing in children and family relationship portraiture. Out of respect for both her professional schedule and your investment, we have created this course overview designed to set expectations for instructor/student participation and interaction. If, after reading this overview, you have additional questions, please don't hesitate to e-mail us at admin@bigpicturescrapbooking.com.
p.s. Click here to view a sampling of Allison's work, and look for the photo of me and Taft!
FAQs
Who is this course intended for?
This class is designed for the advanced amateur—a student who is looking to refine his or her personal style and advance her portraiture work to the next level through:
What do I need to understand about photography and myself?
The student understands that just buying an expensive camera, downloading handouts and listening to an audio file will NOT make you a better photographer. The only way to improve is to participate fully in the classroom, completing the assignments and learning from mistakes and receiving honest critiques of your work.
You must possess the following:
1. A digital SLR camera (a digital camera that allows lenses to be changed and can be controlled in manual mode)
2. A solid understanding of your camera's operation in manual mode. You must be proficient in adjusting aperture and shutter speed. You must also be able to control your camera's flash, turning it on and off.
3. A basic working knowledge of an image editing software (such as Photoshop Elements)
4. Knowledge and experience with digital workflow (ability to resize, name and upload images to the Big Picture Scrapbooking online gallery).
How much time should I expect to complete the weekly assignments?
Most assignments can be completed in two hours. This does not include processing and uploading images to Big Picture Scrapbooking. Individuals may choose to get more creative and spend more time on the assignments.
Are you going to review the use of imaging software?
The short answer is no. This class will touch on a few topics, but overall, this course is not about Photoshop or digital image-editing software.
Can students submit previously created work for critique?
Allison's professional schedule and time management will allow for only one or two images submitted for weekly critiques. The goal of this course is to create fresh images based on lessons presented. Photos submitted that do not pertain to the lesson will not be critiqued.
Who will be doing the critiques?
Allison is the only one doing the critiques. You will be receiving the benefit of years of experience in the feedback you receive with each lesson. This classroom will feature a critique gallery and a sharing gallery. Students may post images in the sharing gallery, so other students can share comments.
Will the students have access to Allison during the class?
Yes! Students can ask questions in the special section set up on the message board called "Ask Allison." As a working professional photographer with a demanding clientele, Allison is not able to respond to individual e-mail correspondence or spend time on other discussions on the message board. She will, however, be available on the message board one day per week to answer posted questions in her forum.
