JT Blenker
"Nightscapes, Astrophotography, and The Milky Way"
Gearing up and heading out to shoot the stars is becoming an ever increasing pursuit for many photographers today. Are you ready to not only get out under the stars but take the best images you can? In this talk, we will discuss the dynamic range of a nightscape, shooting for the most depth of field, reducing noise in a finished image, and how to combine multiple long exposures for image stacking or to create an amazing panoramic image.
JT Blenker is a Photographic Craftsman and Certified Professional Photographer who turned a trip of a lifetime traveling throughout the country into a career in photography focusing on our sky's, elusive for many, Milky Way Galaxy. His professional journey has gone from working for some of the most prestigious Fortune 500 companies to becoming a landscape and night sky photographer that's created engaging workshops where the focus is on developing aspiring photographers into even better artists.
Recently, JT became a staff writer for Fstoppers and now can contribute to the photographic and artistic community on an incredible scale and hopes to grow more as a speaker, writer, and educator.
"Newborn Photography" by Cecy Ayala
When you walk into Cecy’s studio in Waco, you can’t help but be in awe at the creativity that comes out of the limited space in which she thrives. Here business continues to grow every year and she has truly become a widely recognized photographer throughout the heart of Texas.
Cecy’s program will cover how she works with newborns and the 5 most important elements for safety and safe posing. She will share some of her favorite approaches for both newborns who are awake and who are sleeping.
She will also discuss her approach to styling, props and clothing – including wraps for newborns. Learn how she adds income by including siblings and how she poses them in ways that parents find irresistible.
About Cecy:
Cecy Ayala is a photographer specializing in newborns and children. She opened her studio in 2014, but her passion started at a very young age. Capturing over 1,500 newborns and thousands of children, she has a knack for showcasing a family in their true element. She is an award-winning photographer and member of Heart of Texas Professional Photographers Guild and PPA. Cecy’s the proud mother of two boys. photographybycecy.com
"Getting Started with Light Modifiers" by Guy T. Phillips
In this "fun-sized' version of Getting Started with Light Modifiers, we'll take a look at Constant Lights, Speedlights, and Studio Flash modifiers and when and why to choose the right method. You'll make better buying decisions and understand common setups to make your client's images look their best! Be prepared to learn while you have fun.
About Guy:
Guy T is known throughout the U.S. for his "entertaining" style of corporate-level training that will help you stay engaged throughout the session. He is a native Texan (San Antonio born and Hill Country-raised), and a long-time resident of Highland Village.
"Professional Photographers of San Antonio, Inc." is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization. San Antonio, TX 78260
