reportback: flash photography workshop - Manassas, VA

Each time I teach others, whether in a workshop format or in a personal mentoring session, it also provides me with a great opportunity for personal and professional growth. My approach to teaching shifts as I redefine the material I present.

With the most recent workshop in Manassas, I realised I have moved from a viewpoint where I want to teach other photographers what I do, and how I do it …. to an approach where I want to teach other photographers how to achieve what they want to do.


(photo by Brian Knapp)

Also, something truly affecting for me with this workshop, was when I realised that two attendees had travelled all the way from Michigan to attend … and then said it had very much been worth it.

Thanks to the Candy Factory Art Center in Manassas, which was a fantastic venue for a sold-out workshop, and to Karen for handling the planning and coordination … and Ashlea, our gorgeous model who was so patient.

Thanks to everyone who attended. Do keep in touch!

3 Comments »

  1. Amy Carroll Said,

    November 15, 2007 @ 10:07 am

    Neil,

    I can’t tell you how much I got out of your workshop on Tuesday. Jen and I were out in DC the next day putting all of our new knowledge to use. I left feeling excited and inspired! You did a wonderful job of giving us great information and practical ways of applying it into our photography.

    Thank you again!

    -Amy

  2. ed Said,

    November 16, 2007 @ 4:34 am

    the best way to grow is to teach. the photography industry is fortunate to have some one like you, neil.

    best,
    //ed

  3. Alan B. Said,

    November 18, 2007 @ 12:33 am

    Thank you Neil. The seminar helped me wrap my head around some of the concepts I’ve read, but struggled to fully grasp in a practical sense. I’m confident my flash photography will improve as a result.

    I also really enjoyed meeting the rest of the attendees. It was very motivating to be surrounded by such a fine group of other enthusiastic photographers.

    -Alan

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