And rounding out the week with more pixellated goodnessness!

-Ken

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 19
Video Lighting for Still Photography
Hosted by: Light & Motion, Booth 3530
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Please join Andy Sallmon, an underwater photographer since 1980, with images on display at the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Smithsonian Institute, as he explains the art of using video lights as your primary light system with a DSLR rig or a compact camera setup.
Session Presented By: Andy Sallmon







How to Shoot a Shark
Hosted by: Scuba Diver Australasia Magazine, Booth 3541
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

How to Shoot a Shark will cover specific photo- and post-processing techniques that can be used to make the best possible still images of these fascinating animals. Topics will include the choice of an optimal vantage point underwater, manipulation of exposure controls, ISO settings and strobe power, use of high capture rates, rendering in color vs. black & white, and the use of filters in special circumstances.
Session Presented By: John A. Scarlett







Super Macro Underwater Videography
Hosted By: ReefNet, Booth 3738
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Although the fundamental principles of macro and super macro photography also apply to videography, their practical application is quite different. This primer on macro videography focuses on equipment, tips and best practices to capture the smallest marine creatures on film. Topics include: cameras & optics, lighting, focus, stabilization, and composition.
Session Presented By: Kris Wilk








Creative Waters
Hosted by: DivePhotoGuide.com, Booth 3537
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

How top world-wide advertising agencies and magazines use underwater photography to convey a concept for their products.
Session Presented By: Ric Frazier








The NEXt Big Thing; MFT, E-Mount, and Other Mirrorless Systems
Hosted by: Reef Photo & Video, Booth 3842
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

It is not every day that a new format comes along...While the industry isn't quite sure what to call them, they couldn't have come at a better time. Changeable-lens, mirrorless cameras sound too good to be true, offering dSLR sensor sizes and its related image quality in a compact camera form factor. In this world of tight baggage restrictions, this new class of camera has the attention of underwater photographers. Learn the pros and cons of these systems, and how they stack up against more traditional options.
Session Presented By: Ryan Canon






SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20
DSLR Video for Still Photographers
Hosted by: Canon USA, Booth 3850
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM

Photographers are now becoming videographers with the new DSLR HD cameras. This seminar is designed to give photographers the new techniques and workflow required to add video to their portfolio.
Session Presented By: Ed Meyers







Confessions of Frustrated Underwater Videographers
Hosted by: Bonica Precision, Booth 3330
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

Underwater videography and photography can yield spectacular and satisfying results. Unfortunately, poor and unsatisfying results are more common with most beginning and novice consumers. Customers experiencing unsatisfactory underwater images often blame the retailer and sure are quick to share their tales of dissatisfaction with others. This often discourages other divers of pursuing underwater videography and photography. Scuba Instructor and Professional Underwater Videographer & Photographer Marc Morale has had the opportunity to cross the country to meet and listen to divers’ common complaints regarding poor underwater imaging results he will share with you the most common complaints and offer you "Tips, Techniques, & Suggestions" to help you address consumers concerns.
Session Presented By: Marc Morale

Hiding, Faces, and Wa
Hosted by: Nauticam, Booth 3838
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM

Hiding is an interesting and educational slideshow about mimicry and camouflage, complete with critter-finding tips from one of the world’s best dive guides. Faces is an entertaining collection of underwater objects that look like human faces. Wa chronicles the recreation of traditional Japanese art work through underwater photography.
Session Presented By: Yoshi Hirata






Natural Light Wide-Angle Photography
Hosted by: Aquatica, Booth 3739, 3742
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

From big animals to people—keeping it simple and spontaneous. How to get the most out of your wide-angle underwater work without strobes. This talk will explore the endless possibilities. Sample images and techniques will be shown.
Session Presented By: Mauricio Handler