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David

Julian

Creativity and Skills Workshops for Photographers and Digital Media Artists

 

 

Private and Group Instruction & Consultation

"Individual, Duo or Trio" Instructional Intensives

Custom instruction for individuals or groups to learn JUST what you want, at your own pace.
We can work at my studio, or at your location.

Contact me by email to schedule a custom private workshop at any US location.

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2009 Digital Photography Workshops & Events

"Creativity and Invention with Photoshop"

Learn how to source ideas, use creative tools and refine your talents using essential Photoshop skills
at the premier photography workshops center in Southern California.

February 6-8     Info: Julia Dean Workshops, Venice Beach, CA


"Creativity and Invention with Photoshop"

Learn how to source ideas, use creative tools and refine your talents using essential Photoshop

March 20-22    Info: Art Wolfe Digital Workshops, Seattle, WA


"Creativity and Invention"
A public presentation hosted by Seattle ASMP

Doors open for socializing at 6:30, the presentation is from 7-9pm

May 7 at The Art Wolfe Gallery, See the Presentation Videos here


"Professional Techniques for Digital Photographers"

An intensive for small groups of emerging and pro photographers seeking to create the most marketable images.

David Julian's studio and other locations in the Pacific Northwest, (inquire)

 

"Your Professional Image: Portfolio Development and Marketing"

Learn to prepare beautifully-designed, edited and effective print and online image portfolios using the very best
aesthetic, flexible and self-editable technologies. Break-out sessions will creatively combine
guest professionals and focus on YOUR specific images, needs and goals.

June 6-7 @ The Renaissance Seattle Hotel, Seattle, WA

September 19-20 @ The Westin Waterfront, Boston, WA

November 7-8 (Location to come), San Diego, CA

(( Check back here or contact us for updates and additional locations as they are added. ))


"Creativity and Invention with Photoshop"

A digital lab-based creative workshop

Learn how to source ideas, use the right creative tools and refine your talents using essential Photoshop skills at New England's most creative workshops center.We will be shooting in the field and learning hands-on in the digital lab

July 5-11  Course Info:  The Maine Media Workshops, Rockport, Maine


NEW:
"Imagination with a Camera"

A location-based shooting and creative digital-post workshop

Focus your ability to create photographs that communicate ideas and reveal your unique artistic voice.
This is an ideal workshop for working photographers, enthusiasts, educators, students and anyone committed to
creative growth, discovery, and in defining a personal and marketable style.

July 12-18   Course Info:  The Maine Media Workshops, Rockport, Maine


WORKSHOPS in HAWAII
at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu

Lecture: "Creativity and Invention with Photography"

A very inspiring lecture that takes you on a jouurney of discovery with artistic images from around the world

Thursday: December 10, 2009 


"Adobe Lightroom Essentials for Photographers"

With Lightroom you can quickly import, process, manage, print and showcase your images online.
This workshop will show you all you need to get up and running with confidence.

Friday: December 11, 2009 

"Mastering Layers and Masks in Photoshop"

Learn the creative power of using Layers and Masks to take your photography to new levels of imagination. We explore with photographs, scans and elements from any digital medium. This a perfect workshop for those who have some familiarity with Photoshop but want full control of their ideas and art.

Saturday & Sunday: December 12+13, 2009 

 

2010 Travel Workshops currently in production

Dutch Landscape Classics : Creative Travel Photography Workshop

Join me to share ideas, shoot and learn the secrets of personally-styled photography in the
gardens of one of Europes most beautiful cities.   Details to come in Fall of 2009.

with Paris add-on, dates TBD (inquire)

The Allure of France : Creative Travel Photography Workshop

Join me to share ideas, shoot and learn the secrets of personally-styled photography in the artisic heart of Provence.

Details to come in Summer of 2009.

Photo Perpignon add-on, dates TBD (inquire)

Italy's Cinque Terre : Creative Travel Photography Workshop

Join me to share ideas, shoot and learn the secrets of personally-styled photography
in picturesque Cinque Terre.   Details to come in Fall of 2009.

dates TBD, please (inquire)

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MORE Workshops are added as developed--
Please contact me with your location and interests to be updated quarterly by email.

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Past Workshops include these topics and locations:

"Immersive Masterclass: The Art and Craft of Digital Montage"

Learn my concepts and techniques for creating imaginative and highly-saleable images

Maine Media Workshops, Rockport, Maine

"Creativity and Invention with Photoshop"

Learn how to source ideas and refine your talents using essential Photoshop skills

Luminous Works, Seattle, Washington

Northwest Photography Conference, Tacoma, Washington

Vancouver Photo Workshops, Vancouver B.C., Canada

The Digital Stop, Berkeley, CA

Pacific New Media, Honolulu, Hawaii

"Essential Skills for the Emerging Photographer"

A crash course for photographic artists moving into digital or anyone seeking new skills.

David Julian's studio and locations in Seattle, WA (inquire)

"Professional Photo Portfolio Development and Marketing"

Learn to prepare effective image portfolios and present your images to the world.

Boston and Seattle

"Beyond the Camera: Turning Ideas into Art"

An in-depth workshop for creative expression and Alt Process techniques

Santa Fe Workshops, Santa Fe, NM

The Lepp Institute of Digital Imaging, Morro Bay, CA

"Creatiing Visual Stories and Photo Montages"

How to use multiple images to say more than a single image can

Luminous Works, Seattle, WA

"Creative Digital Alternative Processes"

An in-depth workshop for creative expression and Alt Process techniques

Santa Fe Workshops, Santa Fe, NM

Maine Photographic Workshops, Rockport, ME

Photographic Center Northwest, Seattle, WA

"Exploring Your Personal Vision with Photoshop"

Learn to reveal YOUR unique vision using the power of YOUR digital tools

Vancouver Photo Workshops, Vancouver B.C., Canada

"Mastering the Digital Montage"

Master the art and craft of combining images in Photoshop to create expressive artworks

School of Visual Arts, NYC

Oaxaca, Mexico: "Creativity, Culture and Days of the Dead"

A workshop of discovery and storytelling though digital Photography

Oaxaca, Mexico.

"Creating the Conceptual Image"

A demonstration of the creative mindset and assignment workflow

Refine Design Conference, Seattle, WA

"Mastering the Digital Montage"

Master the art and craft of combining images in Photoshop to create expressive artworks

Copley Plaza Hotel, Boston, MA

"Documenting the Heart of Costa Rica"

Capture the lush beauty of Latin America's premier tropical nature sanctuaries.

Local guides will help us discover how we connect with nature in our creative heart.

Costa Rica

>>> Read about my workshops in Double Exposure and also here <<<

--------- Not sure if my workshops are right for you? Read these reviews! ---------

Dave's Bio

"David Julian is an impassioned Seattle-based photographic artist who creates commissioned works for clients in editorial, corporate and entertainment markets. His work has appeared in CA, Print, Nikon World, Audubon, NY Times, LA Times, Islands, and in many books on culture and the arts. He is also known for his unique and inspiring photographic workshops that he has held in many mainland US locations, Hawaii, Costa Rica, Canada and Mexico. Dave's teaching method seamlessly blends technical knowledge with artistic sensitivity and vision. He has a patient, intuitive teaching style, and enjoys helping others reach their creative goals. Peek into his world at DavidJulian.com." (from a recent workshops catalog)

Why take my workshop when you could learn from home?

The workshop experience is like no other. It's about people. A group experience stimulates natural creative thinking and ignites inspiration and adventure to your life. Taking time out to join others in a friendly, immersive and supportive atmosphere stimulates thinking, encourages experimentation, and greatly improves YOUR absorption of technical processes. I've worked hard to make my workshops enjoyable, understandable, challenging, and best of all-- successful in achieving the goals of each student. I believe you will learn more about your creative potential with me than in any other digital workshop. But don't take my word for it-- Read what past workshop participants have written below.

Many participants have kept in touch; some have had their new works exhibited and sold in galleries and to collectors. Several have acknowledged our work together in their own books. I am very proud of them and honored to have played a positive role in their lives during and after our workshops.

If you're looking for a way to re-discover your natural talents, develop a personal style and perfect your skills, join us for a workshop of creative growth, fun and camaraderie.

Workshop Participants' Reviews and Emailed Comments

"Phenomenal and incredibly inspiring!"

"I've taken workshops from several digital masters, but this workshop was the most creative.

I also appreciated the time he spent coaching and working with each of us at our level."

"Your wonderful class ("Creativity and Invention in Photoshop") was just exactly what I needed because it builds a bridge between the digital and the personal, which can be daunting for the right-brain creative person. Your emphasis on opening up creatively, on being in touch with our personal response to visual (and other sensory) things set the perfect tone for the workshop. I am especially impressed with how accessible you are in general and how willing you are to share what other artists might consider trade secrets." - Allegra B., WA

"Thanks for your encouragement and generosity! My week was totally inspirational"

"This course lit me up! I am renewed with ideas and creativity" Rebecca C., MA

"I was amazed at how much I learned in so short a time. I know I will return for more Dave!

"David is a great teacher. He's patient and works with the needs of each individual student while inspiring the whole class to go beyond their expectations."

"The Oaxaca workshop was marvelous. Aside from photography, David is also an outstanding teacher of photoshop techniques, but more important, it's the creative vision that is passed on to the students. He really bonded together a group of strangers into a synergistic and creative body." Ray D., GA

"David, thank you for a fantastic workshop and all the inspiration." Bobbi S, FL

'David is an inspiring teacher and motiviating facilitator. He has an easygoing style and lots of creative ideas and real-world suggestions that he shares willingly and a great sense of humor..."

"I enjoyed the class and the whole workshop experience very, very much...I was quite nervous about taking the class because my Photoshop skills were so sketchy and secondly because it was the first time in a while that I was attempting to explore my personal work...but I am jazzed! Thank YOU!" Stephanie R, PA

"It was a very inspirational and productive workshop! I feel skilled, confident and alive!"

"...a fabulous workshop! ...what made it great was sharing information, learning new things, David's easygoing style, everyone there, seeing each other's work and having a chance to try out new directions."

"It was such a treat to spend the weekend being with everyone and in the world of David Julian. I had a blast."

"Awesome! So creative, with a complete command of Photoshop technology, but used totally intuitively. It's just how I dreamed that Photoshop could (and even should) be used. Lovely presentation style, too, very humble not geeky and answered all questions patiently." a.Berrian SAPPG

"It was such a treat to spend the weekend being with everyone and in the world of David Julian. I had a blast."

"...I came away very inspired and feeling very supported and capable in my path forward."

"Dave is the first teacher I've met who could effectively teach the process of creativity while also demonstrating artistic techniques and creative directions for each student-- and make it so fun."

"Before this workshop I was dreading the transition to digital, but now I'm excited! Now I can emerge from my 37 years in the darkroom and explore a new well of ideas and techniques."

"David was helpful and patient, with my elementary as well as tricky questions. I learned and benefitted a huge amount from his eye, his knowledge of what was necessary to improve an image, and his encouraging me towards simplicity."

"I thought I'd never learn how to be creative in Photoshop-- until this. Dave listened and explained things with clever analogies and patience until I really 'got it'. I hope to work with him again!"

"David is passionate, enthusiastic, and supportive. He explained things thoroughly and inspired us to stretch, each in his or her own direction."

"I found David to be an excellent teacher, always making time for one-on-one with each of us. There was no question he couldn't answer. He had a lot of patience and would always give an honest and motivating opinion. It was incredibly inspirational!

"David was a very thorough instructor, well-organized, possessed of teaching talent, patient and anticipated when it was necessary to clarify a procedure or lesson. His calm personality enhanced the learning for me."

"David was the best! We were lucky to have him. The entire workshop was organized and well-executed. His communication with us was excellent."

"...It was a super class and I will recommend it highly! You taught me a lot technically, but you especially fostered my own personal creative process and I am sure to be under the influence of Mr. Dave for years to come. Thank you! "

"David was a great teacher, providing essential inspiration and workflows that emulate alternate processes. ...I highly recommend taking one of his workshops...".

"Thank you, David, for an inspiring workshop. I've been telling my photo friends that it was the best workshop I've been to (and I've been to a lot) in terms of it's emphasis on creativity and how much I learned and can actually use."

"David is wonderful! I've taken other classes in Photoshop, but this one helped me get Photoshop to fit my mode of thinking. He got me to control the tools, not have the tools control ME. Woo-hoo!"

"David was terrific and I would recommend this workshop to anyone making the transition ( from darkroom ) to digital expression. He calls it "the DimRoom"! But we all had our brains lit up!

"...thanks to you for such a wonderful workshop! I had such an inspiring week and I feel like I really learned a lot in the class. I can't wait to go again next year!"

"...David is awesome and so knowledgable..."

"Dave is a gifted teacher and very inspiring...offering a good balance of technical and creative knowledge."

"...the emphasis on creativity along with very pertinent technical information was really great!"

"Insightful and inspiring! I learned a lot from beginning to end"

"He had an amazing array of great ideas and was patient and helpful to me... I'd been doing everything the hard way until now... Every day was exciting and fun..."

"I feel re-energized!! I hope to take more workshops with you"

"Thanks for taking my skills and thinking to a higher level. I'll be back for more."

"... the most patient instructor I have ever had..."

"David's class was presented in a totally different way than any of my previous classes. It was the best of both worlds-- I learned some new techniques and was also given the inspiration to take my work to a new and different level."

"I liked the variety... David did informative, useful critiques yet was always supportive"

"...forcing us to dig deeper, to work outside of our existing preconceptions was a challenge and a motivator. It was truly a self-discovery."

"I have taken a number of workshops over the past seven years. David's class stands out as one the best. David is not only technically skilled and makes the "how to" a major part of his program, but he also delves into the challenges of being creative and how to stay fresh with new ideas."

"The growth that took place within me rekindled my passion for my art"

"David's teaching was excellent. he instructed me with regard to my specific needs. Awesome!"

"I came away with excitement, energized and eager to try new ways of working with my new skills!"

"I really enjoyed the course. David is an excellent teacher, well informed, an accomplished artist in his own right, and very, very patient...The course with David did nothing less than totally break me through with Photoshop and a whole new kind of art expression."

"He had a very patient and personal way of teaching and helped me produce work I am proud of despite my lack of Photoshock skills."

My past instructors were very commercially-oriented and taught commonly-seen techniques that did not demonstrate much originality or seem artistically useful to me... David is easy-going and revealed his methods of personal and creative thinking and then demonstrated many techniques that made my art more... sophisticated in my opinion... He was very encouraging yet realistic and I hope to work with him again."

"I thought your workshop was fabulous! Absolutely one of my favorites. It was a pleasure meeting you, and getting to be a part of your influence and guidance as a teacher.." ...... from an instructor & lab assistant at Santa Fe Workshops.

"I learned more from you a day than I did from the four days of seminars I've attended in NYC."

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