GOOM* Trip: UK
[UPDATE: London and Birmingham are now fully booked.]
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(*Get Out of Maryland)
See that thing on the left? That's oak pollen.
It is the most vile substance known to man. Or at least to this man, as it has conspired to ruin every single one of the otherwise beautiful Maryland spring seasons that I would certainly have enjoyed otherwise.
It is because of this hideous practical joke of nature that my allergic nose will, along with the rest of me, be escaping to the higher latitudes of the UK in late May and early June.
While in the UK, I'll be giving four lighting presentations (in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh) hosted by the folks at The Flash Center. If you are in that area and interested to know more about the seminars, hit the jump.
Otherwise, keep moving along -- nothing to see here.
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First, some details on the presentations.
We will be in lecture in the mornings and demos in the afternoon. I am going to assume some familiarity with the basics for these talks, which will allow us more time to explore a little.
The focus will be on gaining an understanding of the process of zeroing on (or out, for that matter) your ambient, then using multiple speedlights to build your look.
I want to keep it accessible, gear-wise, so I'll be shooting out of a small kit bag. The morning presentation will be available on PDF, so nobody gets a sore wrist from taking notes in the morning. If it is on the screen, you do not have to write it down.
As for the afternoon, I don't know if TFC will be booking a model or if I will be randomly snatching victims up from the audience. Both have their merits, and I remain flexible at TFC's discretion.
But the focus in the afternoon will be working through a wide range of two-light, and ambient+two-light possibilities. Trying to keep totally mobile and yet be creative.
TFC's price for each day is £117.50 inclusive of something called "Vat," which I can only hope is a huge cauldron or such of ale. (I get paid in beer, but at least it is excellent beer.) Still waiting to find that out.
We'll be in London on 5/22 [fully booked], Birmingham on 5/24 [fully booked], Leeds on 5/26 and Edinburgh on 5/28. More details, and ticket info here.
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(*Get Out of Maryland)
See that thing on the left? That's oak pollen. It is the most vile substance known to man. Or at least to this man, as it has conspired to ruin every single one of the otherwise beautiful Maryland spring seasons that I would certainly have enjoyed otherwise.
It is because of this hideous practical joke of nature that my allergic nose will, along with the rest of me, be escaping to the higher latitudes of the UK in late May and early June.
While in the UK, I'll be giving four lighting presentations (in London, Birmingham, Leeds and Edinburgh) hosted by the folks at The Flash Center. If you are in that area and interested to know more about the seminars, hit the jump.
Otherwise, keep moving along -- nothing to see here.
__________
First, some details on the presentations.We will be in lecture in the mornings and demos in the afternoon. I am going to assume some familiarity with the basics for these talks, which will allow us more time to explore a little.
The focus will be on gaining an understanding of the process of zeroing on (or out, for that matter) your ambient, then using multiple speedlights to build your look.
I want to keep it accessible, gear-wise, so I'll be shooting out of a small kit bag. The morning presentation will be available on PDF, so nobody gets a sore wrist from taking notes in the morning. If it is on the screen, you do not have to write it down.
As for the afternoon, I don't know if TFC will be booking a model or if I will be randomly snatching victims up from the audience. Both have their merits, and I remain flexible at TFC's discretion.
But the focus in the afternoon will be working through a wide range of two-light, and ambient+two-light possibilities. Trying to keep totally mobile and yet be creative.
TFC's price for each day is £117.50 inclusive of something called "Vat," which I can only hope is a huge cauldron or such of ale. (I get paid in beer, but at least it is excellent beer.) Still waiting to find that out.
We'll be in London on 5/22 [fully booked], Birmingham on 5/24 [fully booked], Leeds on 5/26 and Edinburgh on 5/28. More details, and ticket info here.
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Posted at 11:30 PM.
52 Comments:
Hi David, great news, just booked my ticket looking forward to seeing you so long as the ash cloud has gone. Will you be bringing your assistant with you to do some commentating? I think his name was scottish sounding ...McNoodle...McNasty... McNugget or even something silly like McNally. :}
No, VAT does not stand for 'Voice Activated Treat', unfortunately...
It is Value Added Tax, or as us Europeans call our sales tax (in Eglish, at least).
Just signed up for the Edinburgh gig. If anyone offers you a deep-fried Mars bar for lunch just smile and walk away.
Great to hear you are coming to the UK. Please come to Belfast in Northern Ireland. I will buy you a Guinness :)
Good to have you over in blighty! Out of interest - how much does the course differ from the DVD content? Is it at the same level or more advanced?
If your wanderings take you to Bath - drop us a line, I'll treat you a cider or two in payment for all the knowledge you've passed this way!
Whilst I'd love to attend your seminar commitments prevent me (much cursing to be heard). Good luck on your visit, and that you have a great stay here.
Maybe Iceland's present to Europe will have left us by that point!
How many people do you anticipate being at each event ?
Good luck with your travel plans. I have spent the last week trying to get to the UK and with the latest eruption today, it is looking like another week.
Hmmmm. If this keeps up, I may actually be there at the same time. Perhaps I should sign up!
I'll see you in Birmingham then, since I couldn't get out to GPP...
Any plans to do any events in Sydney Australia? I'd love to attend one.
I'm in! All booked up for the London session. It was the Ale that swung it for me...
VAT === sales tax
VAT = Value Added Tax like Sales Tax in the US. Sorry to disappoint you about the ale. LOL
Oak pollen has nothing on pine.
Of course, I can commiserate with you immensely on the allergies.
http://whenigrowupagain.blogspot.com/2010/04/0500-monday-morning.html#links
@Dan H
If I am not mistaken, they are max 50 at the larger venues.
@ Phil -
Save a couple examples, the material itself is all new. But the physics of light have, of course, not changed.
These classes will assume some knowledge (I.e., not starting from scratch) and will spend more time on variations on. A two- and three- light theme. We will bounce between working with a given environment, and overpowering it.
Just signed up for the Leeds one! Been a huge fan for years, I'm a regional press photographer and I'm the only one in the office that uses off camera lighting every day. Looking forward to pick up some more useful tips and meeting you Mr Hobby :)
Great! I had already missed out on great snowboarding in Scotland after moving from Edinburgh to Costa Rica in November, and now I'm missing out on your seminar in Edinburgh as well! Grrr
Hey David,
I'd love to sign up to this, just one question - I note you mention the focus on multiple flash use - I currently only have a single speedlight - will I stand to gain from going to the course even if I don't have the full equipment? Will you be working in line with the underlying principles on your site of looking for cheap alternatives?
Should we/can we bring portfolios?
And though I probably know the answer already and you'll probably think me an idiot for asking, but will this be purely portraiture lighting or will you look into other forms, specifically e.g. macro?
Never mind my past questions - I've booked and can't wait! See you in London! (Assuming you can get here! :D)
Hey, Jakob-
You will be fine with one flash, but a little restricted in what you can do. My guess is that after, you'll be looking to pick up a second flash.
No need for portfolios. (If everyone did, that would get out of hand time-wise!)
And finally, we'll be working with people, as that is what we will have available to us. Although from a lighting standpoint, the physics all transfer...
Signed up for the London gig last night, along with a friend of mine. We'll be flying from Denmark to attend, can't wait!
My weekends in may 2010:
First weekend: Shoot wedding
Second weekend: Shoot wedding
Third weekend: Learn about lighting.
Hmm... Maybe it should have been the other way around. Ah well, no matter :)
Any chance of any extra dates in london?
Wish you were coming to Cardiff (or better, Swansea). I'd be interested in attending if you came to Wales.
Travel safely.
Doh !
I'm jinxed: Just phoned up the TFC re teh London "gig": to find "we've just sold out" "You're the first call since we sold out"...
That was eexactly what happened to me last time ! ha ha... Something tells me no one will drop out this time: but needless to say, if they do... I'll be there ! (My number is with the TFC who kindly jotted it down in case...)
Cheers everyone.. safe journey David: hope you have a great time.
Maybe I'll get to meet you next year !
Well that's just typical. You come to my home city (Edinburgh) at a time when I'm closer to your home turf :( Maybe next time.
Damnation, can't believe I've been mainly offline for a couple of days and I missed London date! Just booked up for Brum though as next best thing, really looking forward to it!
David, as well as following Pat Morrisey's wise advice about deep fried Mars bars in Edinburgh, it might be as well to pack some long tousers (sorry , pants). No point in escaping the oak pollen just have your eyes water while wearing shorts in our Spring temperatures.
Welcome to Scotland and thanks for everything you've done to enlighten us. See you in May.
David.
Just booked my place at your Leeds seminar, looking forward to meeting you!
When you're in the north east may I suggest you try a local delicacy, 'The Parmesan' or 'Parmo' as it's affectionately referred to. Basically it's a large piece of chicken breast coated in breadcrumbs, deep fried. Bechemel sauce is then spread on top, then a layer of grated cheese is added and melted under a grill. Usually served with chips (fries) and salad or cream cabbage. As far as I know 'The Parmesan' is only available in the north east. Last time I was in London I requested a 'Parmo' in a local take away restaurant and they had never heard of one.
Regards
Andy
Hi David,
For your allergies, try Zyrtec. Its a great OTC anti allergy med. Take it at night, works for 24 hours.
Balls!
London sold out and I am on Jury Service so can't make the Brum date...oh well next time...
Just booked for the Edinburgh seminar - I've seen the DVD's and I'm really looking forward to it. Thanks for coming to Scotland David - lets hope there's no more of this volcanic ash nonsense.
Hi David,
Looking forward to the London session. Do you know the start / end times yet as all I received from TFC was an e-mail confirmation with my order number. Is that all that's needed for proof of purchase when I turn up?
By the way, I don't know if you can get these in the US but when you're over here you might like to pick up an "allergy reliever" from Lloyds Pharmacy:
http://www.lloydspharmacy.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=1008&storeId=90&productId=5383&langId=-1&parent_category_rn=&top=&top_category=&fromPage=Search&hotspot_prefix=
I've taken numerous different types of anti-histamine drugs each summer since I was a kid but nothing has worked like these things. It takes a couple of minutes, a few times a day and, although you look completely ridiculous with the prongs shoved up your nose and glowing like Rudolph, it is worth it!
See you next month!
Cheers,
Keith
@Keith-
You can arrive as earyl as 0900, and will hit the ground running at 0930 and go to 1700 with a lunch break TBA. Any other Q's (i.e., receipts, etc,) should go to TFC. I expect the list will be organized by email addy, tho.
Thanks for the allergy tip. It looks just strange enough to work! I'll check it out.
@Vincent-
You left me no contact info in your Do Not Publish comment, so responding here. Alas, I am fully scheduled on this trip, but thanks for the thought.
Best,
DH
David - I see you are coming over to the UK. do you think there would be a chance you would extend your visit over to Dublin as we have a growing group of people that would definately pay to hear you speak.
Maybe you could leave a comment on dublinstrobist flickr site.
Thanks
@del420-
Unfortunately, my schedule is already set in the UK. Dublin is definitely on my list, tho!
-D
One comment re the allergy products sold here in the UK - I believe some contain ingredients considered illegal in US. Don¨t quote me on that, but I believe it to be the case. I certainly know it to be true of the UK and some other countries in Europe.
is there any other way to get hold of London tickets? I missed out by minutes :(. If any one from London can not make it. Please let me know email is Casey@cpgphotos.com
Many Thanks
Bah! You've arranged the Edinburgh date when I'll be away - albeit practising some small strobe work underwater in Loch Torridon!
Just another view of your beloved oak pollen here in your collegiate state of Florida. I'm sure you remember "going green"!
http://www.wallheiser.com/
mark
Too late :(
Anyone has got a London ticket that he/she cant make it?
Considering Gate crash...
jingye.luo (at) jingphotography (dot) co (dot) uk
Just booked in for Leeds and looking forward to learning some new creative techniques. Safe journey.
Just booked for the Edinburgh date. I possess but have not watched the DVD set, is it worth looking at any of it in advance?
Ed-
While you could go in green, if you have the DVDs, I would at least give it a start. It will definitely help. We'll be building on some of those concepts in Edinburgh.
Could Jonathan Histed please give us a call at tfc, we have good news for him.....
Anyone planning on attending the London gig on the 22nd might want to keep an eye on the status of weekend line closures on the Underground. I went into the City a few weeks ago and had to deal with finding a way around loads of line closures. I think there are a lot of weekend works going on at the moment. Hopefully there'll be no problems but it's worth checking the night before in case you're short for time on that day.
Some people are kinda nuts. Take me for example, flying over the ditch (north sea) to join a one day seminar on flash photography. It better be good ;-)
@David, can you point out where the friday night meet 'n greet takes place? I wouldn't mind drinking a few pints with fellow enthousiasts in stead of spending the evening is a cheezie hotel.
Hi .. posted in the goom update page too: it appears people are meeting Friday evening before the London seminar at the Cross keys pub. Appologies if everyone except me has sussed this: Alex at the Flash centre just told me. The intention being that we meet at say 7pm... (ish...) i.e. the time people naturally start coming along from work... see you all there !
Is that 7pm for Edinburgh on the 27th as well?
The socials the night before are at 6pm-8pm.
Where are you meeting up for the Leeds do David?
Hi David. I attended the Leeds event yesterday, pink shirt 'daytime white balance' and just wanted to say that it was an excellent day. I'm happy to usually pick up one good piece of info on a day but yesterday was filled with such great information, I don't know where to begin. Return to Leeds soon and suggest that The Flash Centre brings along some gear attendees could purchase on the day.
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