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C H A R L E S “C H A S” G L AT Z E R Shoot the Light In-Field Program at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm | Field Workshop   Location: St. Augustine Alligator Farm, 999 Anastasia Blvd.  WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY 8 TO 11 A.M. & SATURDAY 4:30 TO 7:30 P.M.  Price: $100 + Annual Photo Pass | Max No. People: 12 | Difficulty Level: Intermediate to Advanced   Join Chas Glatzer in the field as he shares the thought process and techniques behind making images in the field. Preparedness is the key to efficiency and proficiency is the way to better images. The faster you can assess the conditions as presented and employ the tools and techniques necessary to render the image as desired, the more likely you are to accomplish your goal. There are four things paramount to consistently producing successful imagery: knowing the fundamentals, familiarity with your equipment, pre-visualization, and preparedness. Suggested Gear List: camera body and at least a 100-400mm lens, a longer telephoto or zoom is beneficial for isolating and photographing birds at distance, tripod recommended if using long 500/600 or heavier telephoto or zoom lenses. Flash, if you would like instruction. sponsored by Chas is a Canon Explorer of Light, the group is comprised of the most influential photographers and cinematographers in the world, each a master of their creative specialty. He has a world -renowned, full time professional photographer and teacher/ lecturer for more than 37 years and is currently one of the most sought- after photographic instructors/ speakers in the nation. His work has been celebrated internationally with more than 40 prestigious awards for superior photographic competence demonstrated through photographic competition, advanced education and service to the profession. Chas owns and hosts “Shoot the Light” instructional Photographic Workshops throughout the United States and abroad. His images are recognized internationally for their lighting, composition and attention to detail. His diverse photo background provides workshop participants and seminar attendees with an unparalleled resource. He is a Photography Advisor for a host of institutions, a past Adjunct Associate Professor at Long Island University, custom color lab, and commercial studio owner. An accomplished natural history and keynote speaker at many prestigious events with credits including Explorer’s Club NYC, Audubon, Sierra Club, Nature Conservancy, Fuji Professional, NANPA, ASMP, CNPA, GNPA, and PPA. He continues to serve on many judges’ panels for both National and International Photographic Competitions. Bear Photography | Photography Seminar    Location: Celebration Hall at St. Anastasia, 5205 A1A South WEDNESDAY 1 TO 2:30 P.M.  Price: $25 | Max No. People: 30 | Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate • What you need to successfully photograph bears: Camera gear; lenses, cameras, tripods, rain covers, camera bags • Luggage choices; waterproof bags, stuff sacks, fanny packs • Proper Clothing; base & mid layers, rain jacket/pants, waders & boots, and more • Where to go and when; US/Alaska, Canada • Float plane protocol; do & dont’s • Bear Behavior; understanding bear anxiety, escalating consequence, safety precautions • Means of travel for photography; boat, wading, atv Festival Organizer Note About Field Workshops We want you to enjoy and learn as much as you can in your field workshops. Therefore it is important to arrive early and have all of your gear ready to go. Each field workshop will begin with a 10 minute overview of the subject and techniques. Have your gear ready when you arrive so you do not miss out or hold up the group. A note about Alligator Farm Field Workshops** 10 The Alligator Farm REQUIRES an ANNUAL PHOTO PASS for this workshop. **If you need a Photo Pass then please purchase our “I NEED AN ALLIGATOR FARM PHOTO PASS” ticket and a Photo Pass will be ordered for you. You will only need to buy the pass one time and it’s valid for one year. 2020 Alligator Farm passes are $120.