Friday, September 28th

We will be kicking off the 3^rd annual Black Hills Photo Shootout with a keynote presentation by noted photographer, instructor and lecturer, Rick Sammon!

Rick has published 36 books including a series of 3-D books for kids.  He is in the Explores Club and has photographed in almost 100 countries around the world.  When asked about his photo specialty, he says, “My specialty is not specializing.” That's because I try to do it all.  Combine that with his philosophy of never giving up, and it’s no wonder that he is a Canon Explorer of Light, a Westcott Top Pro and a Lexar Elite Photographer.  When he is not on the road or writing, he is playing the guitar or keyboards.

He also has a great sense of humor to go with all of that photography talent.  He says, “Perhaps my biggest accomplishment is having a sushi roll named after me at Samurai Japanese restaurant in Croton-on-Hudson, New York!”

To see Rick's work, click here.

Please join us on Friday night for an amazing presentation by Rick.  We will also have some great doorprizes for Shootout attendees!

Things to know
This event is free and open to the public.

Educational seminars and photography equipment for loan are being provided at no cost to participants in the Black Hills Photo Shootout by MAC Group, a seller of professional photo equipment from many manufacturers.

 

10 am – MAC Group overview, who we are, what we have to offer to photographers

12 noon- Getting It Right the First Time, color management from camera to printer

2 pm – Metering, handheld or in-camera, get your camera off “P” mode

4 pm – Video with a DSLR, using Cinevate capture rigs

 

Things to know

Equipment will be available for loan throughout the weekend. MAC Group’s website is http://www.macgroupus.com.

Saturday, September 29th

Portfolio Review

Ever wanted to know how to take your photography to the next level?  Want professional feedback on your imagery?  Sign up for a portfolio review and get feedback and input from the pros.  You will have ½ hour with the workshop pro of your choice who will give you their undivided attention and input on your imagery.  This is one of the best ways to advance your photography and learn what ideas and techniques to apply to your images.  Sign up early as this option is sure to fill quickly as each instructor only has 3 spots.  

Things to know
There is a fee of $30 for this one-on-one, personalized portfolio feedback.  Portfolio review times will be on Saturday with each instructor having sessions from 12:00-12:30, 12:30-1:00, and 1:00-1:30.  Your time will be assigned to you at check-in.

Currently, portfolio reviews are limited to one per participant.  If you are interested in a 2nd or 3rd review, please email Nicole with the name(s) of the instructors you would like additional reviews with.  We will contact you if spots are available for additional reviews.

What to bring
A digital or printed portfolio of up to 10 images.

Portfolio Reviews
Instructor	Specialty	Time	Notes
Steve Babbitt	Landscape, people	12:00-1:30 PM	FULL!
Jim Caldwell	Travel, nature, wildlife, video	12:00-1:30 PM
Chad Coppess	People, recreation, nature, wildlife	12:00-1:30 PM	FULL!
Jason Hahn	Wildlife in action, Nature, Outdoor Adventure Sports, Landscapes	12:00-1:30 PM	FULL!
Dick Kettlewell	Nature, wildlife, photojournalism	12:00-1:30 PM
Jerry Rawling	People, portraiture, landscape	12:00-1:30 PM
Les Voorhis	Nature, wildlife, western	12:00-1:30 PM	FULL!

Dinner with the Pro's
7:30 pm

This is an opportunity to rub shoulders with the professional photography instructors leading the workshops and have their undivided attention for 2 + hours of food and conversation.  Space is limited to 5 people per instructor in order for everyone to have lots of access to the instructor.  There will be general networking and conversation after dinner is over to listen to and ask questions of many of the instructors.  

Things to know
There is a fee of $50 for this small group dinner with the pros.  Your dinner and non-alcoholic drink are included in this fee.  

Dinner with the Pro's
Instructor	Specialty	Notes
Steve Babbitt	Landscape, people
Jim Caldwell	Travel, nature, wildlife, video
Chad Coppess	People, recreation, nature, wildlife	FULL!
Jason Hahn	Wildlife in action, Nature, Outdoor Adventure Sports, Landscapes	FULL!
Dick Kettlewell	Nature, wildlife, photojournalism
Les Voorhis	Nature, wildlife, western	FULL!

We will all meet on Sunday during lunch for a presentation by professional photographers Jason Hahn, Les Voorhis and Steve Babbitt along with other Shootout instructors.  They will each tell you about their top 3 pieces of photo gear... the ones they couldn't live without, the ones they would have with them if they were stranded on an island.  And to go with each, a photo that they couldn't have gotten without that piece of gear. There will be time for questions.  

Besides the fantastic presentation, we will have some great doorprizes, so don't miss out!

Things to know
Lunch will be available for purchase in the BHSU Student Union restaurant area and can be brought into the presentation.