This issue offers 1) the first in a series of tips on painting (you'll find them particularly useful for local correction and masking), 2) the second in a series on reviewing work, 3) one of my conversations with John Sexton, and 4) a recent interview I enjoyed giving to Jim Kasson.
Last, but not least, 2007's free workshop winner has been awarded!
Happy New Year! John Paul _________________________________________________________
In this Issue...
Workshop Winner Announced
Workshop - The Fine Digital Print - March 26-30
Dialog - John Sexton
Interview - John Paul Caponigro
Creativity - Train of Thought
Technique - Painting Tips
Calendar - Upcoming Events
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Recipe for a long and happy life. 1 Never get used to anything. 2 Hold on to the child in you. 3 Keep your curiosity alive. 4 Trust your intuition. 5 Delight in simple things. 6 Say "yes" to life with passion. 7 Fall madly in love with the world. 8 Remember: Today is the day! - Ruth Bernhard
Every item in Ruth Bernhard's recipe applies to being more creative as well as being more vital. I'm convinced there's a strong connection between creativity and vitality. We lost many stars in the diverse world of photography last year; including Ruth Bernhard, Arnold Newman, and Bruce Fraser. Some of us knew them, some knew of them, some don't know of them - yet. We stand on the shoulders of giants. We are enriched by and profit from those who have passed before us. Often we do so, without even knowing it. It's useful to search through our influences; there are times when it helps to know the source. And, a few moments of gratitude for all we have received are moments well spent. I send out heartfelt thanks to all.
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Workshop Winner Announced
Cameron Sioshansi listed his father Siamack as the person who told him about my enews Insights. Siamack made the winning referral in 2006. He won a free workshop!
You could win a free workshop too. There will be a new winner in 2007. If you like my free enews Insights and know someone else who would like it too, tell them about it. Ask them to list you when they subscribe. For every new subscriber you refer you'll receive one chance to win a free workshop. The more referrals you make, the more chances you have of winning. And, the workshop is transferrable, so you can give it to someone you know. The drawing for the gift takes place January 1st. Refer someone today!
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Workshop - The Fine Digital Print - March 26-30
It's still my most popular workshop after 10 years. We cover all the bases from color management to input to image adjustment and (of course) output. We also cover the most significant recent advances in the industry and there have been many. This year has seen the digital printing industry really heat up. Learn how to make the best prints possible with state of the art equipment and materials in this workshop. 15% early registration discount ends January 26. Space is limited. Register today!
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Dialog - John Sexton
This conversation between John Sexton and John Paul. It was featured in the November 2000 issue of View Camera and is posted for the first time here, now. The conversation took place shortly before the release of his last book - Places of Power. John recently released a new book - Recollections. John is currently offering his new book by itself or bundled with a print at an exceptional discount on his website - www.johnsexton.com. You may also enjoy finding out more about John by visiting luminous-lint.com, an exciting new history of photography website I'm currently collaborating with. John is one of the finest silver gelatin printmakers working today. He's been keeping a keen eye on digital printmaking, but hasn't made the transition yet. Every year he gets closer and closer. I always enjoy our conversations with one another.
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Interview - John Paul Caponigro
This conversation between John Paul and Jim Kasson highlights some interesting forecasting for the future of photography. It was featured in the Center for Photographic Art's newsletter in the fall of 2006. CPA is a nonprofit organization in Monterey, California dedicated to promoting the art of photography. Every year they have a prestigious juried competition and exhibition. Find out more by visiting http://www.photography.org./
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Creativity - Train of Thought
A slideshow is an excellent way to identify your shooting habits and the ways you tend to think visually. This will help you better understand your working methods and your work. With this knowledge you'll find it easier to get out of ruts and into your groove, maybe even a new groove.
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Technique - Painting Tips
These are the first PDFs in a continuing series on making marks - Wacom Intuos, Zooming and Panning, and Overpaint. You'll find them particularly useful for local correction and masking. If you're a Wacom tablet user you'll find these tips even more helpful, as the second part of each one details how to get the most out of your tablet when using each technique. If you're not a Wacom tablet user, seriously consider becoming one. Wacom sends out an electronic newsletter that offers these and many other tips for getting the most out of their pens and tablets written by experts in the industry. To receive Wacom's free enewsletter, visit their website and subscribe.
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Upcoming Events
January/February
Article - Photoshop User – Substrate
January 14-16
Seminars - Imaging USA – San Antonio, TX
January 17
Lecture - University of Houston – Houston, TX
January 18
Lecture - Methodist Hospital/ Abramson Center – Houston, TX
January 22-26
Workshop – Black & White Mastery - Studio, Maine
January 27
Seminar - Epson Print Academy – NY, NY
February 4-24
Workshop – Antarctica
March 26-30
Workshop – The Fine Digital Print - Studio, Maine
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