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The Studio

The Studio is a 2000 sq. ft. daily rental space & photographic facility located at 272 Water St. in downtown St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada. It occupies the third floor of The Neyle-Soper Building (built about 1895) and features convenient (no stairs) load-in from Duckworth St. Previously an old time hardware store until its closure in 1989, the building underwent a complete heritage restoration from 1998-2001 and received a Southcott Award from The Newfoundland Historic Trust shortly afterwards. It is also home to Auntie Crae's Food Shop & Bakery. Consequently, it may be the best smelling studio you'll ever enter!

The Studio is available for production, performance, receptions, conferences, seminars, workshops, meetings, exhibitions, and for other functions where a large room with a comfortable atmosphere is needed. The Studio can accommodate up to 175 people depending on the function.

Studio Features Large Main Room (approx. 1800sq.ft.) with 11 - 12 ft pine ceiling, original hard and softwood floors, exposed brick and unobstructed view / working area (no posts). Open Kitchen with commercial beverage cooler, bar, stove/oven, commercial coffee maker, microwave, double sink & dishwasher. Make up / Change room South, West & North facing windows Entrances on Water St (main) & Duckworth St (loading & deliveries). Living Room Area with couches and soft chairs Entrance Reception Area (approx. 23 x 15 ft) Main & Track Lighting on separate dimmers for flexible lighting set up. Deck at rear of main room. Sound System with 5-CD changer for background music throughout the entire space.

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If you are using The Studio for photographic production purposes, please inquire about rental of lighting and grip equipment.

Rental Rates

The Studio is available weekdays, evenings, weekends and is often available for less than a full day. Rates are quoted on a per rental basis. Please inquire.

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Photography Courses & Workshops

The Studio offers Photography Courses & Workshops during Fall, Winter and Summer sessions (and occasionally in between). Classes are kept small to allow plenty of hands on instruction. New classes are being developed all the time so check back occasionally or contact us with your suggestion / request for a class or workshop.

Please scroll down for course descriptions and full schedule

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If our course schedule doesn't fit yours, please inquire about group, corporate or one on one photographic instruction.

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Basic Digital Photography 1- SLR

Do your photographs reflect your imagination and vision?
Ever wonder why some pictures look amazing and others don't?
For students who may be new to photography & digital cameras, or those making the transition from film to digital media, this course will introduce the creative and technical possibilities available to the photographer using the single lens reflex (SLR) digital camera.

Through demonstrations, hands-on practice, assignments and weekly critiques, you'll learn about pixels, resolution, image size & quality; the advantages of shooting in different file formats; camera set-up, white balance, f-stops, shutter speeds, lenses, focusing, depth of field, exposure & metering; composition and how to use natural light more effectively. You will learn how to use the many settings and functions of your camera, as well as how to use imaging software to edit, adjust, enhance, archive and prepare images for printing, email or website use.

With a greater understanding of the basics of photography, you'll develop the skills and confidence to take better pictures.

Class size is limited to 15 students.
Prerequisite: A digital SLR camera and basic computer skills.

Sept 28 - Nov 2, 2010 ------------------ registering now
6 Tue evenings 7-10pm.
Registration Fee: $275.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Shane Kelly

Digital Photography 2 - SLR

Building on the fundamentals established in the Basic Digital Photography 1-SLR course, DSLR-2 continues to explore those concepts in
greater detail while introducing new areas of study, both technical and creative, to improve your photography. Emphasis is placed on
the use of light, composition and proper exposure.

Additional topics to be covered include: fine tuning your camera's set up and menu options; employing RAW capture to gain
increased flexibility, control and output options; establishing proper color management and workflow;seeing, shooting and working in
black and white; an introduction to using flash; finding artistic inspiration in the work of others; using light more effectively to create mood and emotion in your images; and an introduction to using Adobe Lightroom for advanced image processing and more refined adjustment.

Weekly assignments, Q & A sessions and on screen critiques offer timely feed back for improving your work.
Participants are encouraged to bring plenty of curiosity and lots of questions!

Class size is limited to 15 students.
Prerequisite: Basic Digital Photography1 - SLR or equivalent experience.

Oct 4 - Nov 8, 2010 ------------------ Registering now
6 Mon Evenings 7-10pm.
Registration Fee: $325.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Shane Kelly

Mastering TTL Flash

Are you unsure of how to use your external flash unit properly? Do you panic when you do have to?
Do your flash pictures have that flat, stark, deer in the headlights, one dimensional look? Having exposure problems too?
Today's small flash units are capable of so much more.

Flash is probably the least understood topic when it comes to digital photogaphy, but with a good foundation and a little practice
there is no end to the ways it can be used. Whether you're just starting to use flash, disappointed with your flash photography or want to bring
your present flash technique to the next level, this comprehensive full day workshop will give you the knowledge to use small
TTL flash units with confidence and the skills to produce more creative images.

Discover how to use flash so it doesn't scream...... FLASH !!!!!!

Dedicated to improving your on-camera, off-camera and remote TTL flash photography and starting with the basics of how
TTL flash actually works, the topics covered include:

:: using the various modes and controls on your flash and how they relate to the different exposure modes and settings on your camera
:: the differences between regular TTL and balanced TTL flash
:: preventing red-eye; using bounce flash
:: employing flash compensation to fine tune exposure
:: using fill flash inside and outdoors
:: knowing when and how to use flash filtration to achieve proper white balance and when to mix things up a little to get a more dynamic result
:: using high speed sync (HSS, FP), slow sync and rear curtain sync modes
:: using light modifiers, reflectors and flash accessories more effectively
:: an introduction to using multiple flash units
:: hands on instruction plus lots of technical and creative tips

Sat Oct 9, 2010 (NIKON ONLY) registering now
Registration Fee: $175.00 + HST
Instructor: Shane Kelly

Basic Adobe Photoshop for Photographers

You've heard all about it. You've probably dabbled with it once or twice. You'd love to know how to enhance your images using the world's
most popular imaging program. This is a great course for those who want to learn the fundamentals of Adobe Photoshop and start making
the most of their images.

Topics covered include:

:: Work area basics, palettes and menus, tools, rulers, grids and guides.
:: Concept of image size and resolution, creating, opening and importing images.
:: Opening and processing camera raw files, making tonal adjustments and saving images.
:: Color modes and color management, working with profiles and settings.
:: How to make color and tonal adjustments.
:: How to use selection tools, softening and refining the edges of selections.
:: How to crop images, correct distorted images, reduce image noise, sharpen images, retouching and repairing images.
:: The basics of using layers: selecting, linking and grouping layers … setting opacity and blending options, layer effects and styles,
using adjustment, fill and layer masks.
:: How to apply filters for special effects.
:: How to optimize images for web use
:: Saving images in different file formats.
:: Preparing your images for printing from Photoshop.

Class size is limited to 15 students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills

Sept 30- Nov 4, 2010 ------------------ Registering now
6 Thursday Evenings 7-10pm.
Registration Fee: $295.00 + HST
Class time: 18 hours
Instructor: Maurice Fitzgerald (Carter Fitzgerald Photography)

Photographing People - Moving Beyond the Basics

This course is for photographers who have an understanding of the basics of photography & camera handling and are interested in improving their technique and developing their own style. With an emphasis on photographing people in candid, documentary and portrait situations, topics covered include: using natural light, flash and mixed lighting effectively to produce expressive photographs; exploring and using modern TTL flash systems; using fill flash outside; fine tuning exposure and composition; using color & contrast to achieve impact; taking an idea from concept to final image - the creative portrait; street photography, travel photography & photojournalism; and an introduction to studio lighting systems and equipment.

Lectures, demonstrations, slide shows and hands-on practice will clarify the technical aspects of photography while encouraging creative approaches to picture making. This course includes a full day studio lighting / portrait workshop, including review and critique of your images and weekly assignments. Using their past work, as well as new images, students will learn how to better edit their own work and produce a stronger portfolio. Students should be prepared to shoot new images each week and expect a steady stream of photographic related discussion and exchange of ideas. This course is open to film or digital photographers using SLR cameras. Please see prerequisites below.

Class size is limited to 12 participants.

Prerequisite: Basic 35mm Photography or Basic Photography 1 - Digital SLR or equivalent experience (please call or email)

Nov 15 - Dec 20, 2010------------------Registering now
5 evening classes 7-10pm (Nov 15, 22, 29, Dec 13 & 20)
1 Sat 10am- 5pm (studio lighting workshop on Dec 4 , 2010)
Total class time: 22 hours
Registration Fee: $345.00 + HST
Instructor: Shane Kelly

Fine Art Digital Printing

A full day workshop devoted to establishing proper digital printing workflow and intoducing a variety of techniques / tools that will improve and refine both your digital files and your prints. Learn how to solve your printing problems and get the best possible prints from your digital image files.

Topics Include:

:: colour management from input to output
:: monitor calibration
:: using custom printer profiles
:: image preparation
:: colour adjustments
:: black & white conversion
:: resizing & sharpening
:: navigating printer drivers
:: printing from Lightroom
:: printing from Photoshop
:: printing proofs/tests
:: using different paper types
:: print finishing, storage & display

Class Size is limited to 15 students.
Prerequisite: Basic computer skills

Oct 24, 2010 -------------------------- Registering now
1 Sunday full day workshop 10am-5pm.
Registration Fee: $195.00 + HST
Instructors: Maurice Fitzgerald & Shane Kelly

The Digital Camera Workshop

The Digital Camera Workshop is an ideal short course for those who have just purchased, or will be purchasing a compact digital camera.
If you’ve been using a digital camera but just can’t figure out all those menus, settings and buttons, this hands on course will clear up the mystery
and allow you to get the most from your camera. The workshop walks you through the various camera functions, operations and computer options available to the digital photographer. Topics include: using menus & settings, selecting image size and quality; understanding pixels, resolution and image file types; understanding exposure and metering; choosing auto or manual exposure; optical vs. digital zoom; setting white balance; using flash; transferring, storing and backing up images on your computer; basic image editing, cropping and resizing; and how to prepare your images for email, websites and printing. Class size is limited to 10 participants.

The Digital Camera Workshop will be offered on the following dates:

Not presently scheduled - Please inquire if intersted in corporate or group instruction.

Instructor: Shane Kelly

Shane Kelly is a Newfoundland photographer. He has been working as a freelance editorial, commercial, fine art and music photographer in St. John,s, Nfld for 20 years. He has exhibited locally, nationally, been awarded 8 Nfld & Labrador Arts & Letters Awards in the Senior Photography / Visual Arts division and produced over 25 album covers for Nfld musicians.

All courses and workshops require pre-registration and payment of registration fee. Seats are limited. The cut off date for refunds for any course is 10 days before the start date of the course.

Commencement of all courses is subject to sufficient enrollment.

Please call 709-739-0346 or email courses@shanekellyphotography.com

Processing & Scanning Services

Black & White Film Processing & Contact Sheets

The Studio offers custom hand processing & contacting of most 35mm and 120 format B&W films, (C-41 B&W films excluded) using a variety of developers. Films are returned in Print File archival negative sleeves. Contact sheets are produced on Ilford MG IV 8x10 RC paper (pearl surface). Push processing is available at no extra charge.

Film processing or contacting is a 3 day service.
24 hour rush service will be accommodated when possible and is subject to an additional 100% rush charge.

35mm Film & Slide Scanning

The Studio uses a Nikon Super Coolscan 4000 dpi film scanner for superior scan quality and out put to CD. This scanner uses Digital Ice 3 technology to correct for dust and scratches that may be present on your color negative, slide or C-41 B&W films. This results in very clean, sharp scans of up to 130 Mb per image. This correction feature is not available when scanning traditional B&W films and the resulting scans may need digital retouching to correct for dust at customers expense. Please ask for a quote when requiring this service for B&W films.

• Dusting and/or retouching of physical damage of any film is customer's responsibility.
• All pricing is for scans with standard color and density correction.
• Files can be archived in TIFF or JPEG format and standard CD burning charge is $7.50 per CD.
• Using a 4000 dpi scanning resolution, 35mm slide and negative scans of approximately 40 Mb will result in a high quality full frame 7 x 10.5 inch image at an output (printer)resolution of 300 dpi.

Liability

The submission of any film(s), print(s), negative(s), transparencies, artwork, electronic files or other media to The Studio for printing, processing or other handling constitutes an AGREEMENT by the customer that in the event of loss or damage, however caused, The Studio's liability is limited to the original cost, or replacement with a like amount of unexposed, unprocessed film or materials. Except for such replacement or reimbursement, the acceptance by The Studio of film , print, transparency, negative, art or other media is without other warranty and recovery for any incidental or consequential damages is excluded.
The dyes used in inkjet printers and papers may fade or change over time.
The Studio does guarantee against such changes.
The Studio is not responsible for materials left for over 60 days.

Copyright

In accepting film, photographs, artwork or other media for processing, copying, outputting or other handling, The Studio assumes no liability for copyright infringement. By submitting such materials, the customer expressly agrees that the reproduction from the same will be done with the permission of the copyright owner. Also, by such submission, the customer agrees to indemnify The Studio for all costs and expenses, including but not limited to lawyers fees or judgements, resulting from any claim or lawsuit against The Studio for copyright violation.

* Pricing of services may change without notice.

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