National Geographic Traveler Photography Seminar: Simply Beautiful Photographs

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Why You'll Love It

National Geographic covers are more than just images—they’re stories. And after a full-day photography seminar led by Annie Griffiths and Dan Westergren, you’ll be ready to tell your own. Your photographs can be artistic creations when you've been taught the secrets of how to make your pictures come to life.

Let these experts guide you through the basics of color and composition. Then step beyond the curriculum of this extraordinary class and learn to view your subjects in a new light.

– Christy, Bloomspot Staff Writer

Simply Beautiful Photographs Seminar

Composition and Light

Explore two of the most basic elements needed to create any beautiful image; you'll see the importance of defining your subjects; incorporating shapes, colors, and textures; and using lighting techniques to vary and influence a photo

Vision and Voice

Learn how to express something personal through your images and create your own artistic voice; great subject matter often comes from seeing something that others don't within a familiar setting and then capturing it in your photo

The Power of Moment

Great photographs convey information, ideas, and emotion; learn how to sharpen your skill for finding and capturing decisive moments that will reflect what's truly special about the places, people, and experiences you witness

Learning to See

Train your eyes to look for photos that tell a story; discover the visual, intellectual, and intuitive elements that go into making stunning photographs and explore how travel photography styles have changed and what makes certain photos leave a lasting impression

The Art of Taking Pictures

Discover how to work with color, contrasts, and balance, so you can make the most aesthetically appealing images possible

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