PPAM Photopalooza 2024
Getting Started in Underwater Photography
Melvin Guante and Wayne Tarr, M.Photog.,Cr., CPP
DATE: Saturday, August 17, 2024
TIME: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
LOCATION: 218 Beacon Street Framingham, MA 01701
Looking for something new and exciting to add to your photography toolkit? Consider joining Melvin as he takes you on a journey and dive into the world of underwater photography. We will work in an outdoor pool and we will discuss underwater photography. This program will cover in depth as we go over how to:
• get started in this genre on a budget
• set up lighting and personal equipment for a pool session
• prepare and work with models
• post process the session’s RAW files with Photoshop software
• how to take underwater photography further photographing dancers > maternity > family; high school seniors; fine art > painting > post card > calendar > family; social media; muse; image competition.
Come join us on this underwater journey!
Bios:
Melvin is a passionate photographic artist, with an Associate Degree in Liberal Arts. He is a Past President of The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts (PPAM). He holds Master Photographer, Photographic Craftsman and certification degree, CPP.
Wayne Tarr is a seasoned underwater portrait photographer with decades of experience as a studio portrait photographer. Wayne exclusively uses indoor and outdoor pools for his underwater sessions, ensuring a safe environment for all participants. His controlled settings allow him to create stunning, artistic underwater images. In his free time, Wayne enjoys inventing ways to connect with his children and grandchildren and watching movies with his wife, Sally. Wayne's underwater online portfolio can be seen on Instagram: @tarrs_studio
Lunch: bring your own
What to Bring:
a swimsuit/leotard/wetsuit
a coverup to wear around the pool to stay warm
flip flops, etc. you can use to walk aound
writing materials
plastic bag, or container, to carry your wet items home
SD camera card
All PPA member attendees will receive 1 Merit.
PPA # Must be provided at time of registration.
Class limit: 10
DATE: August 17, 2024
Class Hours: 10:00 am– 4:00 pm
Payment must be made upon registration
Location: 218 Beacon Street Framingham, MA 01701
