2010 Events:

Landscape Workshop
May 23-27, 2010

"Arches and Canyonlands"

With Randy Taylor and Glenn Cope


Essential Photo Knowledge Class
June 8-10, 2010


PPO School

June 20-24, 2010

Check the "Classes & Instructors" listings for the available classes.

Scholarship Information

PPO School Classes—June 20-24

Classes are ready. You may register now and reserve your spot! A five-day class can be taken for as little as $399 by a member. Prices are slightly higher for non-members. This includes the early registration discount, so enroll now.

We have three 5-day classes. You may enroll in only one. We know that everyone would love to "sample" from each class, but each class is all day long for five days—what a tremendous learning experience with some of the best!

We also have several shorter classes for those who would like to mix-and-match or just can't get away for the full time. You may sign up for one 3-Day class and one 2-day class for the 5-Day class price. Or you can take a 1-Day and a 2-Day for the price of a 3-Day class.

Class Information & School Information

For more details about class operation and daily schedule, please go to the School Information Page.

For a complete overview of the course listings and days offered download this pdf file.

The class costs are listed on the Registration Forms.

Course Difficulty Levels

Basic Level—This class is designed for those with little experience in the subject. Those who desire a "refesher" course may enroll in this class.

Intermediate Level—This class is designed for those with 2 or 3 years experience.

Advanced Level—This class is for those with 5 or more years experience or who are well qualified in the topic.

 

5-Day Classes, June 20-24

"Environmental Portraiture" or D-Squared!
with Don MacGregor and Don Dickson

Working on location in homes and outdoors presents many unique challenges. Don will teach you about light control and composition so that you can design your own images with the knowledge that you will give your clients images to remember.Don’s passion for portrait and wedding photography has been his life’s mission. For almost 40 years Don has built a reputation for fine portraits that go beyond “pictures.” The respect from his peers has led Don to be an active lecturer across Canada, the United Sates and internationally. Intermediate to Advanced Level.

Master Class: “All I Know” with John Woodward

Class Cancelled!

"How to Succeed in the Photography Business" with Kent Shirley and Ted Newlin

This class is for the beginning or seasoned photographer that needs a refresher or some new insights into the day to day business of creating salable work and making a profit from it. Basic to Intermediate Level.


Shorter Classes

2-Day Class, June 23-24

"Artistic Portrait Composites" with Richard Sturdevant

Composites can be intimidating. Get the real workflow from one of the best at making composites. Richard has won many awards in the last few years with his tremendous talent. He is sharing that with us in this 2-Day class. Learn more. Intermediate to Advanced Level.

 

3-Day Classes, June 20-22

"Advanced Painter" with Nancy Emmerich

Class Cancelled!

"The ABCs of Photoshop" with John Wilson

Who doesn’t want to learn more about Photoshop? Work on Bridge to advanced retouching. Want to learn more about working in RAW—then this is your class! A complete class description is on his page. Basic to Intermediate Level.

"The ABCs of Painter" with Fran Werner

Start with the basics. Fran will introduce you to preparing images in Photoshop and walk you through the basics of Painter. Now is the time to learn more about this creative tool. Basic to Intermediate Level.

 

A 1-Day Class, June 22

"The Business of Photography" with Clem Werner

Do you have a studio or thinking about starting one? Are you working too hard and not making enough money? In this 1-Day class you will learn essential financial and legal considerations and techniques for operating a successful photography studio. Whether you are just starting or have been in business for years, this class will help you make and keep more money. Basic to Intermediate Level.

 

Special Classes

"Essentials of Photographic Knowledge for Certification" with Dr. Glenn M. Cope

June 8-10

This class is designed for those who wish to improve their working knowledge of photographic principles or to study the knowledge base used for the professional certification exam. This is an intermediate to advanced class. This class is an early class held June 8-10. Register NOW! Intermediate to Advanced Level.

 

PPO School Landscape Workshops

"Arches and Canyonlands"

May 23-27

PPO School's landscape workshop, May 23-27, Led by Randy Taylor and Glenn Cope. Held in Moab, Utah. Preliminary information is here! So reserve your place in the workshop now. Register Now. Also look for the Slot Canyon Excursion.