2023 CLASSES
Professional with 20+ years of experience, sharing enthusiasm, knowledge, inspiration, and encouragement. Interest in collaborative photo projects and visual storytelling.
I lead group workshops, curate exhibits, and as president of the LA chapter of American Society of Media Photographers, organize events to foster community. My work is shown in galleries and published in newspapers, magazines, books & documentaries. I organize street photo workshops, developed a teen photo program, & have mentored at Venice Arts. Available for individual lessons, judging, curating, and assignments.
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LA Community College Extension
3 Saturdays, March 18, 25, Apr 1, 2023, 9:30-12:30, LACC campus
Better understand your camera and its creative functions. Topics include understanding the exposure triangle (ISO, shutter speed, and f-stop), auto vs. manual settings, and using the camera as a creative tool. There will be hands on camera practice and photo reviews.
LA Valley College Community Education
OUTDOOR PORTRAIT WORKSHOP
Saturday 2/11/23, 12:30—4:30
Make beautiful outdoor portraits in daylight, with and without using flash. Workshop will focus on posing your subject, picking locations, observing ambient light, and enhancing it. Students will create portraits outdoors at class and review the images.
PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOTING TO A THEME
Thursdays 2/16/23 & 3/16/23, 10:00—12:30
Connect with others interested in photography in an informal, social setting. Participants will take photos on their own and on their own schedule, shooting to fit the same class-assigned themes, which will be sent to those enrolled. Photo files are brought to class on a memory stick for review, discussion, and a look at how others interpret the theme!
PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOTING TO A THEME
Thursdays 4/20/23 & 5/18/23, 10:00—12:30
Connect with others interested in photography in an informal, social setting. Participants will take photos on their own and on their own schedule, shooting to fit the same class-assigned themes, which will be sent to those enrolled. Photo files are brought to class on a memory stick for review, discussion, and a look at how others interpret the theme!
PHOTOGRAPHY: EXERCISES FOR CREATIVITY / FOCUS ON COMPOSITION
Saturday 4/22/23, 1:00-5:00
Learn to make interesting photos of almost any subject and enjoy a variety of photography activities. Stretch your creative eye with a series of fun photo exercises to help you develop visual composition techniques and hone your observation skills.
PHOTOGRAPHY: EXERCISES FOR CREATIVITY / FOCUS ON LIGHT
Saturday 5/20/23, 1:00-5:00
Learn to observe and use natural light to create photos with strong visual impact. Enjoy a variety of photography activities and stretch your creative eye see how the direction of light, shadow, and time of day contribute to the mood of an image.
Organized by Nancy Kaye
SHOOT & REVIEW (TBA, hybrid)
Photo walks and (virtual) group reviews — get feedback, have fun & see a variety of ways others handle the same photo ops.
Arranged and lead by Nancy, S&R consists of 6 meetings. 3 SHOOTS & 3 REVIEW meetings.
REVIEWS give everyone a chance to show photos, discuss experiences, get supportive feedback. It's friendly, informal, & fun. Gain confidence with "street photography" and enjoy a common interest with other photographers! SHOOTS usually on Sunday afternoons. REVIEWS are on weekday evenings.
CUSTOM CLASSES & LESSONS
I'm open to offering custom workshop and private lessons, covering topics including technical skills, photo editing, and curating photos.
STUDENT FEEDBACK
"I can already tell, taking this class right away was a good decision! I'm really looking forward to it." Tracy B.
"I wanted to thank you again for being such a patient and gentle teacher. I really am grateful for invaluable, personal time you take to help me learn the art of photography. The outings have been extremely beneficial...Again and again, A Million thanks~ Sue B.
"I enjoyed the classes very much and have been recommending them to my [High School] students when they express interest in photography...Thanks again. I'm still enjoying working on what I learned on your class! " Alaina K.
"Just want to say "thank you" for a wonderful workshop. It was a great opportunity to practice as well as receive input from others. Please keep me posted when you have other classes." Tracie B.
"Thanks again for a very enjoyable and informative class! It was a lot of fun." Bob G.