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How advanced
do I need to be?
Anyone will find our workshops to be a great learning experience.
Our participants vary from beginners to advanced amateur.
You should, however, be familiar with your equipment and its
operation.
What kind
and how much equipment should I bring?
We’ll send you a checklist approximately 30 days prior
to your event. But briefly, we believe lenses in the 24mm
to 300mm range will be most useful. Some way to do close-ups
is recommended as well. While we may not do a lot of flash
photography, if you have a flash – bring it. Bring lots
of film (20 rolls), extra batteries and digital shooters -
don't forget your memory cards.
What time
do we start and where do we meet?
Events start on
Wednesday evening with a social hour at 6:00 PM at the hotel.
The first program begins at 7:00 PM. The meeting location
is normally a classroom of the hotel.
What will
classroom work cover?
Topics include equipment
use and maintenance, field techniques, composition and critiques
of your past or current work. These sessions usually take
place after lunch when available light is least conducive
for good photography. Conditions may cause us to vary from
this schedule but you van be assured that the topics will
be covered and your work critiqued.
Is transportation
provided?
Each participant
is responsible for his/her own transportation. However, car-pooling
during the event is encouraged both to minimize the number
of vehicles at shooting locations and to get to know one another
Is film
processing available?
This very much depends
on location. The closer we are to labs, the better our chances
to arrange for overnight processing. For most of our events,
proximity to processing won't be a problem - for a few, it
will be.
How do I
handle lodging reservations?
Our hotels/motels
have set a block of rooms aside for our events. We recommended
that you reserve lodging as soon as you register for an event.
When you make reservations, be sure to mention that you're
with Great American Photography Workshops to ensure you get
our group rate.
Does it matter wich medium I use - digital, print film, or slides?
Several of our participants
use digital or print film. Some come prepared to photograph
in more than one medium. Our objective is to teach and enhance
skills in the fundamentals of nature photography - sound techniques
and good composition. These skills cross all borders between
media. So, regardless of your medium of choice, there's something
for you at a GAPW event.
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How should I dress?
Come prepared for anything and bring an extra layer of warm
clothes when working at higher altitudes or in cooler climates.
Good boots, gloves and a hat are essential to stay dry and
warm. If you have Internet access, check the weather forecast
at www.weather.com before you leave home.
Does weather ever alter events?
Only if there is an element of danger.
What's
the difference between a Workshop and a Tour?
Please go to Event
Types
How much
"hands-on" help will I get in the field?
This sometimes depends
on you. Our faculty is highly qualified but they haven't mastered
mind-reading. So, if you need or want help, just ask. As our
faculty make their rounds, you may be asked "How are
things going?". If you say "okay". they'll
move along. If you say "What do you think of this composition?",
they'll fall all over themselves to help. Sometimes, they
might ask to take a peek through your viewfinder as in "Let's
see what you've got there". Our faculty takes their responsibility
as teachers very seriously and they'll give you as much -
or as little - attention as you feel you need.
How do
I register for an event?
We accept MasterCard,
Visa, personal checks and money orders.
| By Phone |
Call our office at:
(866) 747-GAPW. |
| By Fax, |
Print the registration page
and fax it to:
(865) 981-3234. |
| By Mail |
Print the
registration form and mail to:
GAPW
902 Broyles Ave
Maryville,
TN 37801 |
What are my payment options?
You may pay with your MC/Visa or check in full at the time
of registration or may choose our option of one-half the tuition
at time of registration; the other half of your fee will be
automatically charged 60 days before your event. If you wish
to choose this option, just let us know when you register.
How much
is tuition?
With
few exceptions, all events are priced at $795.
What's included in my tuition?
Each attendee will receive a set of workshop notes compiled
from the key points from all of our event leaders. Tuition
also includes all lectures, fieldwork and critiques of your
slides in our general sessions. Travel costs, film processing,
lodging, entrance fees, and meals are not included.
What happens if I have to cancel?
If you cancel 60 or more days prior to the event
we will refund your tuition less a $50 handling charge. If
you cancel between 60 days and 30 days your tuition will be
refunded only if we fill your slot. There is no refund for
cancellations less than thirty days before the event.
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