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David and Jennifer really know the Death Valley location for photographers. What’s more is that they scout the locations in detail immediately before the workshop. In an area where weather dramatically alters the immediate landscape, this is vitally important when you are spending your precious time there.
Unlike many workshops, the instruction gets high priority, with classroom sessions where you learn steps towards that extra special image. In the case of the black and white workshop that I took, it involved David’s workflow that was simple, innovative and gave impressive results. Also field use of your camera divulges features that you never knew your camera had.
I recently received the new NiSi JetMag Pro Landscape Magnetic Filter Kit after having ordered it from Exploring Exposure. The kit contained a nice hard shell carrying case, 3 ND filters, (3,6 and 10-stop) a CPL, a rear cap and 2 front caps as well as all the step-up rings I needed to be able to use the filters on all of my lenses. Having been using screw-in filters, I was really impressed with the quickness and ease of using the NiSi magnetic filters. I particularly like the 'bayonet' locking mechanism that secures the filters to the lens so they cannot fall off nor be knocked off by accident. The 'handles' or tabs on the side of the filters make them easy to handle, place and remove as well as rotate the CPL. A quick check of the filters showed no color cast nor vignetting even when I stacked the CPL and two additional ND filters on a 24mm lens.
Being new to a magnetic filter system it took me a little time to get used to the strength of the magnetics, but quickly learned how to effectively and efficiently handle them.
I applied to this workshop almost a year ahead and it was well worth the wait. The sand dunes photo op turned out to be my favorite location. Post-processing using Davids techniques was a new experience. When I returned home, I had tons of problems with the above. A week later I transferred files to a different computer then updated all programs. Now all is well and running. I can't wait to experiment with images. I appreciated the rotating individual help both David and Jennifer provided at all locations.
Hi Jeff,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Death Valley workshop and found the sand dunes to be a highlight. It was our pleasure to provide you with individual support throughout the experience. We’re excited to see what amazing images you create with your new skills and can’t wait to work with you again in the future!
Best,
David and Jennifer
This was my first Workshop with David and Jennifer. My primary goal was to gain experience in processing images in B&W. I accomplished this and much more. David and Jennifer know Death Valley like their own backyard. The locations were superb. David and Jennifer were always available to assist while I struggled with camera settings and compositions. The classroom presentations and discussions were invaluable. I look forward to attending another workshop with them in the future.
Hi Richard,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you gained valuable experience in processing B&W images and that you enjoyed the locations we chose in Death Valley. It was a pleasure to assist you, and we're glad the classroom sessions resonated with you. We can't wait to work with you again in the future, there's always more to explore!
Best,
David and Jennifer
This workshop was a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding experience! David and Jennifer set the tone for a fun loving, growth experience. A milieu was established where photographers of all experience levels were welcome and provided with the appropriate level of input and feedback. I was gently pushed beyond my comfort zone which is a great place to learn! I highly recommend their workshops.