Schedule for Saturday, April 4
08:00 AM
Films by Photographers Shadow of the House/Photographer Abelardo Morell
“Things are not always what they appear to be,” says Cuban American photographer Abelardo Morell. Shadow of the House peers into his past and around the corners of his present to see what normally goes unseen. This film is a rare look into the life of one of America’s renowned photographers. A feature length film, Shadow of the House explores how Morell uses his art to make sense of a life up-ended by geographic, cultural, linguistic, and political dislocation. It is an intimate portrayal of how one man’s personal struggle with the themes of loss, exile, and self-determination reflects the ways in which we all work to construct narratives that unite the past with the present and memory with desire. Morell has used this tension to fuel a career as a remarkable artist.
09:00 AM
Applying for Grants + Submitting Portfolios presented by Sarah G. Vinci
This workshop will offer an introduction to applying for artists grants, submitting portfolios for on line zines, and portfolio reviews. The session will cover artist statements, resumes, and preparing the necessary files for submission. Samples of successful packets, and a list of organizations and url’s to get you started will also be covered.
Developing a Photo Project presented by Douglas Stockdale
Fine art photographic exhibitions and books are increasing project or series oriented. Attend this interactive workshop to help learn the essence of developing a photographic series that will further propel your creative career.
Photogram - Painting with Light presented by Victoria Sanchez
A hands on darkroom workshop. Photograms are images made without camera or film. In the darkroom we will place “found” objects such as leaves, flowers, tissue and fabric over light sensitive photographic paper. Using the enlarger as a light source, solid items will appear white against a black background, while translucent objects will appear as shades of gray.
11:30 AM
Portfolio Walk
The Portfolio Walk is an informal art exhibit that lets YOU show your portfolio to the rest of the PhotoFest attendees. Sign up for space to show your work, or just stop by to see the show during the event. Open 11:30 am to 1pm.
01:00 PM
Establishing An Effective Online Presence for Artists presented by Craig Havens
A comprehensive overview of beginning and advanced strategies for promoting your work online. Includes basic tutorials in uploading work to free online presence providers as well as exploring the process of reserving a URL, selecting paid web host services, and designing and programming effective personal photographic website.
Split Toning in the B&W darkroom presented by Ray Carofano
Students will learn how to add richness and luminosity to there prints using sepia and selenium while at the same time making them archival. They will have the opportunity to experiment and create their own personal look. http://www.carofano.com/
02:00 PM
Asian Contemporary and Fine Art Photography presented by Brian Doan
Workshop includes lecture and slideshow provides a perspective in the market for contemporary and fine art photography in Asia in general, and focus on the current boom by Chinese photographers that has also caught the attention of gallerists around the world.
06:00 PM
Keynote Event: Making a Living as a Commercial Photographer
What does it take to make a living in Photography? In this event a panel of photographers will discuss their careers and fields of expertise in the photographic market.
Matt Armendariz Based in Long Beach, California, Matt Armendariz is an art director and photographer that specializes in all things food. He loves to eat.
www.mattarmendariz.com
blog: www.mattbites.com
Randall Slavin
A chance meeting with Helmut and June Newton while working at the family gas station led Mr. Slavin to buy his first camera. He hasn’t put it down since. Randall Slavin’s work has appeared in Esquire, Rolling Stone, GQ, Black Tail and FLAUNT, among others.
www.randallslavin.com/
Deborah Jaffe
Deborah's been taking pictures since she bought an $11 instamatic at a drug store when she was 12. Her diverse portrait work includes: Jon Stewart, Chris Rock, Newt Gingrich and Jerry Falwell. Her vast roster of advertising clients includes: Hallmark, Dell, AmEx, Lancome, Kraft, Mercedes, Chanel, Whole Foods and Pottery Barn.
www.deborahjaffe.com/
