11/7/10 PART 2 now full!

Thanks to your overwhelming interest in my PART 2 workshop. My 11/7/10 PART 2 workshop is officially FULL. If you are interested in getting on my waiting list, email me

New Workshop Dates for PART 1 and 2

This is the Intro to Digital Photography series (PART 1 and PART 2)

If you are interested in one or both, just fill out this form to secure your seat.

********** PART 1 DETAILS **********

For beginners who are interested in taking better everyday pictures. From children to birthday parties, to traveling. We cover most of the everyday situations. This PART 1 workshop focuses on the fundamentals of photography (lighting, aperture, shutter speed...etc.). You don't need to have any prior knowledge of photography to sign up for this workshop, but having a digital SLR is a must! Come meet other photography enthusiasts just like yourself!

********** PART 2 DETAILS **********

The goal of this Part 2 workshop is to apply everything that you've learned in Part 1 of my Intro class. This will be a HANDS-ON workshop. You will spend a few hours shooting along side with me and you will be partnered with fellow students to experiment new techniques. After the field shoot, we will come back to my home studio to go over high level post processing. Take a look at what we will cover in a very high level.

PREREQ: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE (understand aperture, shutter speed, depth of field...etc.), AKA MY INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 KNOWLEDGE

On-location Shoot
- How to creatively create an image
- What do I look for when I compose a picture?
- What goes through my head when I take a photo?
- Shooting in different modes (Av, Tv, M)
- Moving vs. Stationary subject
- Demonstration of depth of field
- Shooting in different situations
- Shooting with different lens
- How to use an external flash

Post Processing discussion (high level)
- RAW editing techniques
- Editing techniques
- How to process high and low res photos
- How to make your photos "pop" online
- Demonstrating batch techniques
- How to create your own Actions

********** GENERAL INFO **********

How do I sign up?
Sign up now by filling out this form

Where does the workshop take place?
San Francisco, CA

I want to sign up, how do I secure a seat(s) for the workshop(s)?
I accept online credit card payments via Pictage. Your seat is confirmed only upon payment is received.

I don't know much about photography, I am a true beginner, is that ok?
YES! The series is specifically designed for true beginners!

How many participants are in your workshops?
Usually from 8-10

If I want to see pictures of previous workshops, where do I go?
It's all right here

Coming weekend workshops seats available

I just received one cancellation for my 2/20 PART 1 workshop and one cancellation for my 2/21 PART 2 workshop. If you are interested in filling both or just one, click here

2/20 PART 1 workshop 2 seats avail

Two seats became available for my 2/20/10 PART 1 workshop. If you are interested, click here to fill them now!!

NEW! Post Processing Workshop (PART 3)

This is a BRAND NEW workshop focuses on post processing. This is Part 3 of my Introduction to Digital Photography series. If you are interested in more info for Part 1 and Part 2, you can go here for more information.

Many of my PART 1 and PART 2 students request for a post processing workshop, so here it is! This workshop will be half lecture and half hands-on work. The first part of the workshop will go through an overview of Adobe Photoshop and its rich features, then the second part will be a hands-on "lab" type environment for you to learn.

Requirement for this workshop:
You need to have a laptop with Adobe Photoshop CS3 or higher installed. You will be using your laptop for the 2nd half of the workshop.

Here is a high level list of topics that we will cover:

- Overview of editing software: Adobe Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw, Photoshop features

- Come and learn how to:

--- batch process images so you don’t spend more time than you have to
--- process images in Camera Raw without having to go into Photoshop
--- create your own actions
--- use the powerful feature of Liquify
--- recover your over/underexposed images
--- fix bad white balanced images
--- successfully convert your color images to beautiful black and whites
--- enhance a portrait without over processing the image
--- remove unwanted blemish
--- master sharpening images for the web and for prints
--- prepare images for the web vs. print

- Augie’s digital workflow on web/blog images and printed images
- Hands on “lab section” to practice your new post-processing skills

***** GENERAL INFO ****

How do I sign up?
Just click here to fill out this form!

It is VERY important to be clear on which workshop you are interested in.

Where does the workshop take place?
At my home studio in San Ramon (directions will be provided)

I want to sign up, how do I secure a seat for the workshop?
I accept online credit card payments via Pictage. Your seat is confirmed only upon payment is received.

Space opened up for this weekend's workshops

I just received a last minute cancellation to my PART 1 (Sat. 1/9) and PART 2 (Sun. 1/10) workshops. If you are interested, you can contact me immediately to fill them!

Latest Jan and Feb Workshop Status

Here is the latest Jan and Feb workshop status.

1/9/10 PART 1 -- ONE seat open
1/10/10 PART 2 -- FULL

2/20/10 -- open
2/21/10 -- open

New 2010 Intro Workshops

* REPOSTING since many are interested in this info*

This is the New 2010 Intro to Digital Photography series (PART 1 and PART 2) .

If you are interested in one or both, just fill out this form to secure your seat.

********** PART 1 DETAILS **********

For beginners who are interested in taking better everyday pictures. From children to birthday parties, to traveling. We cover most of the everyday situations. This PART 1 workshop focuses on the fundamentals of photography (lighting, aperture, shutter speed...etc.). You don't need to have any prior knowledge of photography to sign up for this workshop, but having a digital SLR is a must! Come meet other photography enthusiasts just like yourself!

********** PART 2 DETAILS **********

The goal of this Part 2 workshop is to apply everything that you've learned in Part 1 of my Intro class. This will be a HANDS-ON workshop. You will spend a few hours shooting along side with me and you will be partnered with fellow students to experiment new techniques. After the field shoot, we will come back to my home studio to go over high level post processing. Take a look at what we will cover in a very high level.

PREREQ: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE (understand aperture, shutter speed, depth of field...etc.), AKA MY INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 KNOWLEDGE

On-location Shoot
- How to creatively create an image
- What do I look for when I compose a picture?
- What goes through my head when I take a photo?
- Shooting in different modes (Av, Tv, M)
- Moving vs. Stationary subject
- Demonstration of depth of field
- Shooting in different situations
- Shooting with different lens
- How to use an external flash

Post Processing discussion
- RAW editing techniques
- Editing techniques
- How to process high and low res photos
- How to make your photos "pop" online
- Demonstrating batch techniques
- How to create your own Actions

********** GENERAL INFO **********

How do I sign up?
Sign up now by filling out this form

It is VERY important to be clear on which workshop you are interested in.

Where does the workshop take place?
San Ramon, CA

I want to sign up, how do I secure a seat(s) for the workshop(s)?
I accept online credit card payments via Pictage. Your seat is confirmed only upon payment is received.

11/14 PART 2 workshop - FULL

9/27 PART 1 workshop - 2 seats available - if you are interested in signing up, go here.
11/14 PART 2 workshop - FULL - started waiting list

Announcing the new Intro Workshop Series!

This is the first time that I announced both PART 1 and PART 2 of this Intro to Digital Photography series. If you are interested in one or both, just fill out this form to secure your seat.

********** PART 1 DETAILS **********

For beginners who are interested in taking better everyday pictures. From children to birthday parties, to traveling. We cover most of the everyday situations. This PART 1 workshop focuses on the fundamentals of photography (lighting, aperture, shutter speed...etc.). You don't need to have any prior knowledge of photography to sign up for this workshop.

********** PART 2 DETAILS **********

The goal of this Part 2 workshop is to apply everything that you've learned in Part 1 of my Intro class. This will be a HANDS-ON workshop. You will spend a few hours shooting along with me, then we will come back to my home studio to learn post processing. Take a look at what we will cover in a very high level.

PREREQ: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE (understand aperture, shutter speed, depth of field...etc.), AKA MY INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 KNOWLEDGE

On-location Shoot
- How to creatively create an image
- What do I look for when I compose a picture?
- What goes through my head when I take a photo?
- Shooting in different modes (Av, Tv, M)
- Moving vs. Stationary subject
- Demonstration of depth of field
- Shooting in different situations
- Shooting with different lens
- How to use an external flash

Post Processing discussion
- RAW editing techniques
- Editing techniques
- How to process high and low res photos
- How to make your photos "pop" online
- Demonstrating batch techniques
- How to create your own Actions

********** GENERAL INFO **********

How do I sign up?
Sign up now by filling out this form

It is VERY important to be clear on which workshop you are interested in.

Where does the workshop take place?
San Ramon CA

I want to sign up, how do I secure a seat(s) for the workshop(s)?
I accept online credit card payments via Pictage. Your seat is confirmed upon payment.

FULL -- 8/9 INTRO PART 2 WORKSHOP

FULL --- 6/21 Intro Part 2 Workshop

The workshop is now full. If you want to be placed on the waiting list, email me at augie@augiechang.com

SUNDAY 8/9: INTRO PART 2 WORKSHOP

LAST TIME, THIS PART 2 WORKSHOP WAS SOLD OUT 24 HOURS AFTER I ANNOUNCED IT ON THIS BLOG!

Many of you are very interested in the PART 2 of my Intro to Digital Photography so I decided to go ahead and offer this.

This workshop was requested and created by most of my previous students. The goal of this Part 2 workshop is to apply everything that you've learned in Part 1 of my Intro class. This will be a HANDS-ON workshop. You will spend a few hours shooting along with me, then we will come back to my home studio to learn post processing. Take a look at what we will cover in a very high level.

PREREQ: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE (understand aperture, shutter speed, depth of field...etc.), AKA MY INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 KNOWLEDGE

On-location Shoot
- How to creatively create an image
- What do I look for when I compose a picture?
- What goes through my head when I take a photo?
- Shooting in different modes (Av, Tv, M)
- Moving vs. Stationary subject
- Demonstration of depth of field
- Shooting in different situations
- Shooting with different lens
- How to use an external flash

Post Processing discussion
- RAW editing techniques
- Editing techniques
- How to process high and low res photos
- How to make your photos "pop" online
- Demonstrating batch techniques
- How to create your own Actions

Cost $349

To sign up, all you need to do is email me back and let me know you are interested. I will send you an online credit card payment to hold your seat. A seat is confirmed only after your payment is submitted.

FULL::: 4/26 Intro PART 2

Thanks to all of you that continue to support me and my business. It is incredible that my Intro to Digital Photography workshop is now FULL!

If you would like to be placed on the waiting list, please email me

NEW HANDS-ON WORKSHOP - Intro to Digital Photography (PART 2)

THIS IS A BRAND NEW HANDS-ON WORKSHOP!

Many of you are very interested in the PART 2 of my Intro to Digital Photography so I decided to go ahead and offer this.

This workshop was requested and created by most of my previous students. The goal of this Part 2 workshop is to apply everything that you've learned in Part 1 of my Intro class. This will be a HANDS-ON workshop. You will spend a few hours shooting along with me, then we will come back to my home studio to learn post processing. Take a look at what we will cover in a very high level.

PREREQ: BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE (understand aperture, shutter speed, depth of field...etc.), AKA MY INTRO TO DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY PART 1 KNOWLEDGE

On-location Shoot
- How to creatively create an image
- What do I look for when I compose a picture?
- What goes through my head when I take a photo?
- Shooting in different modes (Av, Tv, M)
- Moving vs. Stationary subject
- Demonstration of depth of field
- Shooting in different situations
- Shooting with different lens
- How to use an external flash

Post Processing discussion
- RAW editing techniques
- Editing techniques
- How to process high and low res photos
- How to make your photos "pop" online
- Demonstrating batch techniques
- How to create your own Actions

Cost $349

To sign up, all you need to do is email me back and let me know you are interested. I will send you an online credit card payment to hold your seat. A seat is confirmed only after your payment is submitted.

New! 6/21 Intro to Photography Workshop

Who is this for?
For beginners who are interested in taking better everyday pictures. From children to birthday parties, to traveling. We cover most of the everyday situations.

What is Part 1 and Part 2 of this series?
This is Part 1 of the Intro to Digital Photography series. Part 1 focuses mainly on the foundation of photography (i.e., aperture, shutter speed, ISO) and the mechanics of your new camera. We will still have an on-location shoot, but the focus is around the presentation. Part 2 of the workshop is a hands-on workshop includes an intense on-location shoot and photo post processing.

How do I sign up?
Sign up now by emailing me at augie@augiechang.com

Where does the workshop take place?
San Ramon CA

I want to sign up, how do I secure a seat for the workshop?
I accept online credit card payments via Pictage

3/7 Intro Workshop - FULL!!!

The workshop is already full. I have started a waiting list for this workshop. If you are interested in getting on the waiting list, email me.

I will announce my next Intro to Digital Photography workshop in the next few weeks. Come back to check!

3/28 Intermediate Children & Babies Workshop

This workshop is for those who are interested in taking better children and babies pictures.

Participants will need to have a basic understanding of photography. For example, basic functions of the camera, aperture, f-stop, depth of field...etc. For those of you that took my Introduction to Digital Photography workshop, you are ready!!

************* DETAILS ****************

Photographing Children and Babies Workshop - Saturday, 3/28/09

This is an intermediate workshop focused on how to capture the most memorable and creative images of children at any age.

By attending this workshop, you will learn:

• Different methods to shoot depending on child’s age range and how to get great results with any age group
• Creating beautiful photographs no matter if you are indoors and outdoors - Addressing a variety of lighting issues in digital photography especially because children move
• Understanding what equipment is right for you
• Tips and special techniques for photographing babies and older children including how to involve your subjects and the best environments to shoot.
• Most importantly, this workshop will get students involved in photographing some children models.
  

Lunch and snacks will be provided. Workshop is $349.


Who is this for?
For intermediate photographers who are interested in taking better children and babies pictures. For new parents or even veteran parents or simply have an interest in photographing kids!


How do I sign up?
If you are interested in this workshop, sign up now by emailing me at augie@augiechang.com

Where does the workshop take place?
San Ramon CA

I am interested, how do I sign up?
Email me, once I confirm your seat, full payment is required. I accept online credit card payment.