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Learning Photography with Vicki Stanwycks
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Photo Skillz
Photography Courses
Photography Courses for Everyone
Photographer Career Building
Photography Workshops, Classes & Adventures
Intermediate Photography | Coaching, Classes & Workshops
Photography is an adventure for sure!
Learning how to use your camera, clasess or Workshops can prove fun, interesting and offers hands on camera learning, for sure! We offer different kinds of workshops, and you can check it out on the Studio's workshop pages. We offer location workshops... and whether you're in the swamps or on a weekend shoot, you will create Interesting Photographs, and images that will spark your enthusiasm.
Photo Skillz offers Photography Workshops & Classes for those interested in learning more about photography coupled with a Workshop Experience will heighten how you see and shoot your images.
Photography Classes
Photography Classes
The Photo Skillz Studio offers Photography workshops, classes and coaching for the beginner to seasoned shooters wanting to get more from their Photography Experience.
Most workshops are designed to be one on one, you and the Coach, Vicki Stanwycks. This way all the attention is focused on you. Any questions or information that needs more attention is at your pace and not at the pace of a class with many participants.
We are here to help you understand Photography.
If you have an interest in Photography, please go check out our workshops and class pages so you can find what you might be interested in. Please give us a call so we can get you scheduled. You won't be sorry! You will see your Camera and Photography in a new and very different light!!!
Photography Coaching
Photography Courses
Photo Classes
Our Photo Classes are Outlined on the site for the various Subjects we offer. Beginners Classes are the most popular. Classes are in the studio and last 2 - 2.5 hours each.
We offer Classes, Zoom Classes, Assignments, Techniques and demonstrations.
Photo Workshops
Snap-happy Photography workshops, which can run for up to 6 hours, focus on engaging topics such as beginner photography, Workflow or going into the Bayou, eg.
Workshops offer more concentrated and extended sessions which can be for a day or a weekend, Classroom and on Location Workshops for Shooting.
Photography Coaching
Photography coaching, especially in a studio classroom with on-location shooting, offers immersive learning. Benefits include extended sessions with a professional photographer for in-depth exploration of technical and artistic aspects.
Students can practice, receive real-time feedback, and make adjustments during the sessions.
Photography Career Paths
Developing Photography Skills & Career Builders
Thinking of Becoming a Photographer
We offer a Coaching Program for those considering a career path in Photography. We go over the building blocks and things necessary to develop your skills in several realms.
Establishing yourself as a Photographer goes beyond just displaying your work; by merging technical skills, creative know how, style, and business acumen, shooters can forge a fulfilling and enduring start with the steps in place, once developed. And these Coaching Sessions work on that.
Fine Art Photographer Career builder
Developing oneself as an artist is a journey of continuous growth and needs to be developed, from shooting skills, portfolios, and Style.
Establishing an artistic style, goes beyond just displaying your work; by merging technical skills, creative flair, style, and business acumen, art photographers can start at a fulfilling and enduring career path with the steps in place. And these Coaching Sessions work on that.
Photography Boot Camp
We offer two styles of Boot Camp to fast track your shooting skills and goals. Our 3 day Bootcamp will get you shooting and understanding Photography quickly with Shooting and Workflow.
Our 10 Session Bootcamp gets you into a deeper more focused way of understanding, shooting - shooting on-location, composition, workflow and Processing. We teach we shoot, we create images, Class discussions, and demonstrations. Very Intense but puts you on the fast track to photography.
Workshops, & Coaching | Weekedays & Weekends - Individuals & Small Groups
Beginning Photography
Beginners Photography Classes
"I took a one on one class with Ms. Vicki, and it was absolutely amazing. She was such a nice person and made me feel extremely comfortable. In the few days I was there, she taught me a lot and made me more confident with capturing photographs. I am hoping to take more classes with her in the future to further my love for photography. I would definitely recommend her to anyone I know that it is interested in photography. Thank you Ms. Vicki!" -Tyniesha Williams
"If you want to get a good working knowledge of your camera these classes or workshops are for you!"
Beginners Photography Workshops. You love photography and want do more than just shoot pictures from your phone. Do you want to understand photography rather than simply put your camera in Automatic or Program mode? We teach you the various functions and tools that go into digital photography.
Cameras, composition, computers and software are all the functioning elements that make up digital photography. The computer - Better known as the Digital Darkroom are touched upon...We have Workshops and individual classes. Our classes are 2 - 3 hours long and workshops can be half days or Full days.
Intermediate Photography | Coaching, Classes & Workshops
Coaching = Hands On
Beginners Photography Classes are a great foundation for you to understand Photography and your camera.
You love photography and want do more than just shoot pictures from your phone or in automatic.....
Do you want to understand photography rather than simply put your camera in Automatic or Program mode? We teach you the various functions and tools that go into digital photography and your camera.
We will have classes, discussions about gear, situations, demonstrations and location shooting for workshops. In classes - location shooting is optional... Coaching Location shooting is necessary.
Cameras, Computers and Technology
Cameras, composition, computers and software are all the functioning elements that make up digital photography. The computer - Better known as the Digital Darkroom are touched upon...
We offer individual classes and small groups. Our classes are 2 - 3 hours long and workshops can be half days or Full days for the Workshops. We offer 1 to 3 classes per program and 1 and two day workshops - or more depending on what skills you want to develop.
In this beginner's class we explore your camera and the cameras functions, how to shoot in different situations and the things you should know moving forward. It sounds very basic, but it's quite in depth.
We give Assignments, critiques and discussions, and professional guidance. The assignments help us gage where you are.
Classes & Workshops will expand your knowledge of photography so that the final result is better images for you, less frustration and knowing what to do to get the best photo possible in various situations.
Photo Skillz | Beginner's Photography
Beginners Classes Build a Great Photo Foundation
Beginners Photography Coaching
Beginning Photography Coaching... Vicki Stanwycks, your Photography Coach, will evaluate where you are now with your photography, and make suggestions based on where you are now and your photography goals. If you want to get better at photography, there are several coaching options available for you. Photography coaching is a great way to start shooting right away!
"I attended Vicki's photography workshop for beginners earlier this year, and it was an excellent experience. Looking forward to attending more!" --James Fanguy
Intermediate Photography | Coaching, Classes & Workshops
Intermediate Photography Classes are for the purpose to bring your learning to the next level in photography which is to understand light, color and the direct relationships and effects each have in the creation of images.
These classes are for those who are shooting, have a basic understanding and need more direction to get their images to a better place. Get your Photographs on the wall instead of just in your computer! Not sure of what you are doing and why?
We evaluate what you need initially so we can know how to work with you, based on our discussions and your images that you will share with us. Please call for details....
Enhance your technique and abilities to compose and shoot faster. Composition and the computer - better known as the Digital Darkroom...
"If you take pretty good photos in Program Mode & other functions, but want more out of your camera and photography."
Photography Skillz
A little about Your Coach...
We have been doing workshops for more than 8 years. Vicki Stanwycks has been a commercial photographer for more than 23 years, shooting commercial advertising, aerial, models, industrial, corporate, events - people, places and things. She also owned a Gallery on Magazine Street for a few years knowing quite well how to create all kinds of images for commercial use and for fine art.
Vicki has traveled extensively all over the United States and Europe, for commercial assignments and personally. Since 2010 she has also become a life coach and incorporates that into her classes and workshops to help you bring out the best in your images. She offers workshops and classes for individuals and small groups.
Becoming an Artist... Courses
Building Blocks to an Artful Photo Journey
Developing A Style
- What makes you unique with your work and how that makes your style stand out.
The Art & Craft of Photography
- Understanding Photography Skills & Your Art
Visual Sophistication
- Seeing Art through other peoples eyes gives us inspiration to create.
Your Portfolio
- We help you understand the portfolio creative process and you will build a portfolio
Craft, Style, Collections, Portfolios and Putting it all together...
We offer coaching sessions that put it all together of the afore mentioned topics over 8 to 10 weeks. Some Artists only want to work on one or two of these things and each topic takes a few sessions to understand and create.
Doing all of the above will get you on a faster track to accomplishing your goals faster for your given endeavor
- The art and Craft of Photography - You must be at least an intermediate shooter to move forward with this segment
- Developing your Unique Style
- Creating your Body of Work of your image Collections for your portfolios
- And as a Bonus how and where to display your Portfolios
This coaching will take a few months of coaching and mentoring - we suggest 2 sessions a month.
We will have discussions Critiques and assignments
Photographers Career Path Building Blocks
The Nuts & Bolts of Photography
- Getting You better Skilled in Photography
Developing A Style
- What Makes Yo u Unique with your vision and creating work around your style
Your Portfolio
- We help you understand the portfolio creative process and you will build a portfolio
Business 101
- There is more to photography than just taking pictures
Visual Sophistication
- Seeing Art through others eyes inspires us to create
Ethics & Communication
- Effective communication with Clients and Photography Ethics amongst photographers
Photographers are Story Tellers
We tell stories... That's what we do with our images... We tell stories that say things that words can't.
We share narratives... That's the essence of what we do with our images... We convey stories that words often cannot express.
Our mission is to master the art using the fundamental elements: cameras, lenses, lighting, and our subjects. We need to ensure that our subjects narrate a story, allowing our images to showcase their value.
"A picture is worth a thousand words!" This highlights the significance of having a strong portfolio and grasping the craft, as well as the skills required to create compelling images.
Initially, it's essential to have a solid portfolio to promote ourselves, along with the expertise to tell the stories of others.
Craft, Skills, Style, Collections, Portfolios and Putting it all together...
We provide coaching programs for aspiring photographers, covering various topics over 8 to 10 weeks. Depending on individual needs, shooters can focus on specific areas that interest them, with each topic requiring several sessions for thorough understanding and growth.
Engaging in all the aspects mentioned above will accelerate your progress towards achieving your photography goals. Here's an overview of the coaching program:
- The Skills and Craft of Photography: Intermediate proficiency is required to participate in this coaching segment.
- Developing your Unique Style: Stand out in the field with your distinctive approach.
Creating your Body of Work: Essential for building portfolios and presentations. - Photography Ethics and Client Communication: Learn the ethical aspects and effective client interaction.
- Understanding the Business of Photography: Explore the business aspects beyond just taking photos.
- Bonus: Guidance on showcasing your portfolios effectively.
This coaching program spans a few months, with recommended bi-monthly sessions. Expect engaging discussions, critiques, and assignments to enhance your skills.
Location and Studio Work...
A sampling of some of the Studio's Professional Work...
Vicki Stanwycks Professional Photographer
"If you want to get a good working knowledge of your camera these classes or workshops are for you!"
"I attended Vicki's photography workshop for beginners earlier this year, and it was an excellent experience. Looking forward to attending more!" --Sarah Willows
DSLR, Mirrorless Photography is different, Compared to Your Cell Phone...
"Take Your Camera to New Levels away from Automatic Mode..."
"I took a one on one class with Ms. Vicki, and it was absolutely amazing. She was such a nice person and made me feel extremely comfortable. In the few days I was there, she taught me a lot and made me more confident with capturing photographs. I am hoping to take more classes with her in the future to further my love for photography. I would definitely recommend her to anyone I know that it is interested in photography. Thank you Ms. Vicki!" -Tyniesha Williams
Beginners | Classes & Workshops
Weekend Workshops
Many of the workshops can be tailored specifically to what you want to see, learn and accomplish (shoot). If you are coming to town for a few days we can put together an Itinerary as we have done for many clients, being a guide, teaching technique and shooting...
Please take a look around at our workshops and let us know what you want to do and we will tailor it to you. Contact us so we can come up with a plan.
Some Of Our Classes// Workshops// Coaching...
Travel Photography Workshop Weekend or Classes
Travel photography is fun and can be approached as exciting and artful... Surely it's exciting to travel and explore... Photography gear needs to be effective and accomplish image capture while visiting unfamiliar territory. There are language barriers with foreigner's, safety issues and inherent photographic challenges. Going to the local camera store it not so readily available and having what you need is paramount... and then the airlines come into play and how to travel effectively with your gear.
Call us today to see if we have an ongoing workshop at this time or we can work with you individually to help you find your inner photographer... Our primary focus is to get you to be the best you can be with what you have while traveling.
Photographing People
We offer Workshops for Shooting People groups and Model Coaching for the aspiring model from a photographers point of view. As photographer's we create images for the aspiring model and know what looks good and doesn't. We also offer one on one model mentoring to better assist and create a better understanding of the industry.
Vicki Stanwycks personally coaches and works with you to help you create your image, portfolio, comp cards and self promotional materials.
Exposure, Light & Color, Photography Classes
On - Location Photography, Working with Exposure, Color & Light
In order to create an image, we need light... We cover the basics of light and how to see, measure and track the light. This workshop is for the natural light enthusiast who respects and loves the landscape and realizes that light has many aspects from exposure and color to capture.
This class brings your photography to the Next Level. You will have better images if you understand the relationship of Light to your camera. Knowing light and how to manipulate, see and track the light will make all the difference to your images.
Anyone can shoot a picture, it's what we do with the light that makes all the difference to the quality of the image.
Photography Workflow and Digital Processing
You have shot all these images and you have to do something with them so you can work with them to make prints, organize them, and edit the images to make them look good. However, you don't know how. You may know some of what to do, read books, watched You Tube, but it's not making a whole lot of sense - as the person in the video is talking fast.
We can help you make sense of it in our Photography workflow/Processing classes. You will have a much better understanding of the software and the terminology and "how to," get more from your images. Check out the Workflow page...
Beginner & Intermediate Photography Workshops and Classes
Seeing Light Exposure Composition, and so much more...
Classes, Critiques and Workflow
Weekend Workshops gives us more time to hone your photography skills in classes, by looking at what you have done while shooting, then following a critique of your work.
Much learning can be received by looking and seeing what could have done differently which sparks more questions and more learning.
shooting images to post production
Beginners Private Classes
Shooting Images for travel....
Workshops, Classes and Individual Coaching sessions are available
We schedule workshops and classes working mainly with individuals one on one. Call today to schedule your Workshop or class.
Intermediate workshops are for those who are shooting and need to know more...
Better Photos are Not By Accident...
Better Photos are not by accident. We have to practice like anything else. Knowing and understanding our tools is the first place to start if we want to get better and making pictures...
Our studio's programs are all designed to give you a better understanding of your camera, photography and composition so you can create better images.
"I attended Vicki's photography workshop for beginners earlier this year, and it was an excellent experience. Looking forward to attending more!" --James Fanguy
"Best Workshop I have Ever Taken...."
"Best workshop I have ever taken. Vicki went above and beyond my expectations. She provided excellent, personalized instruction, based on a customized workshop design.
She also shared a LOT of great insights based on helping me to assess my own style, taking me out to shoot in the kinds of locations suited to my needs, and then providing interactive coaching and feedback.
As a result of taking her workshop, I am going to become a much better photographer. Even before the course was done, I had already made significant improvements. I highly recommend her services." -Darren Olson, June 25th
People Places & Things...
Mardi Gras Workshops
Mardi Gras Photography Event Photographers, Art, Classes & Workshops
New orleans Mardi gras
Stanwycks Photography/New Orleans Photo - Loves Mardi Gras and has been shooting Mardi Gras for over 20 years.... The Stanwycks Photography Studio is located on the Uptown Parade Route, a great area to get stunning Mardi Gras Photos. Most of the Mardi Gras Parades start right in front of our studio.
Our location offers a great place to see and photograph all the action. During our Workshops we also take you to all the great spots to shoot Compelling Mardi Gras Images. Call today, we are booking fast!
Call Photo Skillz today | email at [email protected]
504.899.9394 | 228.220.4833
Improve Your Photography with Stanwycks Photography
Various New Orleans, & Gulf Coast Workshops - Full Days and Weekends
Black and White Images and Photo Journalism go hand and hand...
Workshops, Classes and Individual Coaching sessions are available
We schedule workshops and classes working mainly with individuals one on one. Call today to schedule your Workshop or class.
Creative Juices Flowing...
Just you and your Camera!
Snapping Photos or Creating Images?
Are we snapping photos or creating images? With Instagram and Facebook inherently everyone is a kind of journalist - yet many an image is a snapshot.
The difference however in a good image maker and a snapshot maker is our methodology and care we take to understand the image and the process to create a fine image and the equipment we use.
Much Goes Into Black and White Photography
Do you want to create better black and white images?
Color, Black and White, special effects... the list is endless what you can do.
Prepare Your Photography Gear and Yourself...
Attendees should have a Camera, with lenses, laptop or home computer and software which we can discuss before the workshop/class. We will go shoot photographs. It's recommended to wear something comfortable, weather appropriate and closed toe shoes or sneakers.
Workshops on Your Schedule
"Ongoing" means we teach during the week & on weekends, depending on your schedule and ours... We have assignments, We do our best to make it work for you!"
Photo Workshop Adventures
Call Stanwycks Photography today at 504.899.9394
e-mail us at [email protected]
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