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Review: Light at the end of the Tunnel Workshop

Du Wayne — Tue, 24 May 2011 14:45:08 +0000

This is quick summary of two wonderful days at the Light At The End Of The Tunnel Workshop. The workshop took place at Webersburg on the 4th & 5th of May. 8 photographers, sat around a long table in the wine cellar as I presented and taught from my personal experience. Topics on Day 1 were more aimed toward photographing better photograph, how to get the most of available light and how to incorporate creativity into your images. On Day 2 we moved onto things like workflow, organizing your business and editing. At lunchtime each day, the staff at Webersburg prepared a wonderful 3 course meal. We did a shoot with 1 model and one couple on the first day. We have some of the best weather on that day. The beautiful light and the colours of Autumn, truly put the cherries on each of our photos we photographed that day. I love teaching; maybe it come from my father’s side. He was one my inspirations and the person who rooted for me to start teaching. I hope to present more workshops in the future and be part of other teaching opportunities.

I just want to thank the following people who helped me make this workshop come to life: Thanks Kaley and everybody at Webersburg (the food was out of this world and the service was excellent), Zani & Erna from Lace Blossom (for giving us a dress for the shoot), Annelize (for the beautiful hair & make-up) and to the models (Jacqueline, Chantelle & Rudi) . I would like to end of by thanking each of the photographers who attended. This was truly an awesome group to teach and I really had fun with you guys. I hope that the 2-days that we spend together gave all of you fresh inspiration to go and be better photographers. ALL OF THE BEST!

Here are some images of the workshop and the photoshoot. Photographs by Yolandé Snyders and myself.

Here are a few of my images from the shoot.

The Food!

High Noon Shootout 2

Du Wayne — Mon, 23 May 2011 04:39:56 +0000

After popular demand, 2 new dates were released for the High Noon Shootout 2. The first one will be this coming Sunday, the 29th of May, and the second one will be on Saturday the 11th of June. I really had a great time with the last workshop. What I loved about this teaching experience is that each session changes; as you shoot in different conditions and models. You will be learning from photographers like Mario Sales, Jaco Fourie, Christiaan David, Michael Tree and myself. Join us and see how each photographer approaches their photography in their unique way. For booking details and more information, visit the www.theweddingworkshop.co.za website. I am looking forward to these sessions.

Light At The End Of The Tunnel – Workshop

Du Wayne — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:00:16 +0000

I would like to present a brand new creative workshop for photographers: Light at the End of the Tunnel. Photographers these days have a lot of pressures on their hands trying to balance their business with creativity in our competitive market. For some things become too much and they found themselves in a dark pit; making them feel like a failure and doubting our talents. Well, there is light. My aim is to show you some of the things I have learned over the years, help you sharpen your creativity and give your business a boost.

Date: 4th-5th of May 2011

Venue: Webersburg, Stellenbosch, Cape Town

Cost: R 2 800, includes lunch for both days plus tea/coffee & wine tasting

You need: Something to write/type on, Digital SLR, Lenses and basic knowledge on photography

Topics & Sessions on Day 1: Introduction, How to put an image together, Basics on Composition & Design Elements, In-depth discussion of my images, Working With Available Light and Other Light-Sources, Location, Posing & Directing, Thinking on your feet & difficult scenarios, Photo-shoot with Models, Q & A Time

Topics & Sessions on Day 2: Editing in Ligthroom & Photoshop, Discovering & Sharpening My Style, Work-flow & Time Management, Branding & Marketing, Album Layouts & Design, Crit on pictures from previous day’s shoot, Final Q & A.

If you would like to register and book your seat for the Cape Town Workshop, click this link.

If you would like me to also present this workshop in Johannesburg, click this link and fill in your info. I have received e-mails from photographers in the past asking if I could do a workshop there. Once enough interest is shown, a workshop will be put together.

The High Noon Shootout

Du Wayne — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 15:10:06 +0000

5 Photographers, 1 Day, Shooting & Feedback.

I am proud to announce this 1-day workshop in Johannesburg. I will be collaborating with Mario Sales, Christaan David, Michael Tree and Jean-Pierre Uys. Thanks for Mario for helping with the organisation of this workshop. For more information and booking details, visit The Wedding Workshop site.

1 Weeks to go – Taking Jack Out of His Box Workshop

Du Wayne — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 08:00:59 +0000

Sybrand & Du Wayne

presents

A photography workshop with a difference.

24 & 25 NOVEMBER 2010

ALLEE BLEUE – FRANSCHHOEK

R2100

Join the facebook page and download Lightroom Presets for FREE!

Du Wayne and Sybrand will be sharing from their personal box of tricks not only how they go about creating their breathtaking images but also show step by step their personal photo editing techniques. You will be challenged step out of your comfort zone and to explore the wide ocean of possibilities in the photographic world.

DAY 1: Say Cheese Jack! – Creating a photo

- Welcome to all the Jacks & Jackys

- Introductions and a Mini Demo

- Show & Tell – an in-depth discussion of a wide range of images including topics like:

- why and how the image was created

- composition

- finding the light

- working with a challenging client

- finding inspiration in a difficult location

- the thought process behind creating the image

- Lunch

- THE SHOOT-OFF: Du Wayne and Sybrand will be given a few hairy challenges and will do a mini live demo shoot with a model around the estate.

- Shoot-off review

- THE CHALLENGE: Attendees will break up in small groups and shoot a few scenarios with a model themselves

- Q & A for the day

DAY 2: Bringing out the Big Guns!

Day two will be dedicated to post-production and photo manipulation.

Each attendee will receive a selection of custom Lightroom presets and Photoshop actions created and used daily by Sybrand and Du Wayne

- The Backup Plan – Photo management

- Selecting & Review Images

- In-depth Lightroom: Basics and Advance

- Final Tweaking & work flow in Photoshop

- B&W and Colour Philosophies

- Final Q & A

Take up the challenge!

The Workshop of 5

Du Wayne — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 15:08:26 +0000

On the 4th and 5th of June I held my first photographic workshop, Workshop of 5. Day 1 kicked off at Cafe Felix in Riebeeck Kasteel where we focused more on the practical/shooting side of photography. The weather cleared up beautifully and we were able to do the shoot later on in the day. We had great models to photograph that day and a stunning location to challenge our creativity. Day 2 we finished off the workshop at my new house (which we just moved in the week before the workshop) where we focused on the business of photography and editing. Both my house and Cafe Felix created a relaxed learning environment for everyone to get together and sharpen their photography skills. Even I have learn a lot over these couple of days. I really enjoyed teaching and sharing some of the valuable lessons that I have learned in my photography career. After the success of this workshop, I would like to do more in the future.

I would like to thank the following people: Thank you Liesl Basson, Candice Rodrigues, Anli Wahl, Christa Joubert and Mitchell Wong Ho. If it weren’t for you guys, I would have taught empty chairs how to take better photos. It was great to get to know all of you and to see how you have grown in the 2 days time. Do not despise the day of small beginnings! Thank you Malcolm and the staff at Cafe Felix. It was a great beautiful relaxed environment to learn and a great location to do the shoot on that day. Thanks Judy, Desmond and Bea for offering some of your time to be such great models. A Big thank you to Helga her mom (Helga Bridal Hair & Make-up) for the beautiful make-up and hair that you did on our models. You guys really made the workshop feel like a professional shoot. Thank you Zetta for preparing the fantastic lunch for us at my house. The lovely soup, bread and cheese was just what we needed for a lovely winter day. A big thanks to my wife, Zani, for putting up with me and helping me set up this workshop. I could not have done it without you my angel!

These are a few behind the scenes shots photographed by Mitchell (I Do Photography) and Anli Wahl. I will posting a few of my favorite shots that I have photographed at the workshop soon.

Workshop of 5 – Final Details

Du Wayne — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:29:58 +0000

Finally! The final planning has been done and most of the arrangements for the Workshop of 5 is in place. All we need is for you to book your place.

The final dates for the workshop are the 4th and 5th of June 2010. Over the two days the workshop will take place in two different locations to boost your creativity and to give you a relaxed learning environment. The first day of the workshop will be at Cafe Felix in Riebeek Kasteel and the second day will be at Laetreuo Guesthouse in Welgemoed. These two spots are a bit apart, but the content will so be worth it. As part of the workshop, lunch and hot beverages (coffee/tea) will be served each day. The cost of this 2-day workshop is R 2500. To book your seat, e-mail me (info@duwayne.co.za) and I will send you the bank details to pay your deposit of R 1000. As the name says, there is only space for 5 photographer. The first 5 to pay their deposits, will secure their seats at the workshop. Here is a brief run down of the two days:

Day 1: Friday 4th of June

Venue: Cafe Felix, Riebeek Kasteel

Topics & Sessions: Introduction, Composition, Shooting with Natural light, Shooting with Speedlight/Video Light, Location Scouting, Posing & Directing, Photoshoot with Models, Q & A Time

Day 2: Saturday 5th of June

Venue: Latreuo Guesthouse, Welgemoed

Topics: Marketing, Branding, Workflow & Business Management, Clients, Editing, Album Layout & Design, Crit on the pictures photographed the previous day, Final Q & A.

What’s with the name? This is a creative workshop that only 5 photographer can attend. It is easier for people to learn in smaller groups. This way I want to give input to each person attending and see where I can coach & mentor them in their area of needs.

What is the subject matter and who can attend this workshop? I will be teaching from a perspective to being a creative wedding photographer and how to apply this into your business/photography. But most of the principles and concepts can be applied to other fields of photography (like portraiture). So anyone is welcome. You will also need to know a little bit more about photography than just a hobby. See this as in investment into your photography career.

What is the aim of the workshop? To inspire, refresh and send you back with new hope and passion!

What do I need to bring along? Digital SLR camera for the photoshoot, lenses and something to make notes.

Big thank you to Helga Bridal Hair & Make-Up, Cafe-Felix and Latreou Guesthouse for helping us to make this workshop possible. HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Workshop of 5

Du Wayne — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 20:15:29 +0000

I have been working on this concept for a while and I think that it is the right time to reveal it. This is the fifth year of my photography business and I want to give something back to other people. I have been busy putting together content for creative workshop for photographers. I call it: Workshop of 5. Here is a brief outline of this course.

What is the aim of the workshop? To inspire, refresh and send you back with new hope and passion!

How long will the workshop be? This will be a 2-day workshop that will take place over a weekend (Friday & Saturday). I want to include enough time for teaching, applying of knowledge and some time to get to know each other. Part of the workshop will include a photo shoot with bridal models.

The venue, final dates, workshop content and costs will be announced in the near future. The workshop will take place in the middle of the year. If you would like to attend this workshop and would like more information, e-mail me (info@duwayne.co.za) or contact me (+27 83 411 0588). If you know of someone who would like to attend, please forward this link to them or post the link on your facebook page. I can not wait to hear from all of you.

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! MORE INFO COMING SOON…