Workshop black & white architecture Paris

Workshop description:
This workshop will take place in Paris, in a room equipped with a video projector. You will learn how to create black & white architectural images, in the style you can see in theportfolio (black & white architecture section). To do this, you'll work from a number of basic images, which you'll gradually transform using the techniques I'll introduce. You'll be guided throughout the process. As the workshop takes place over one day, I'll also have time to introduce you to various contour selection and enhancement techniques. Finally, tips for using the software will be presented.
In order to give each participant as much time as possible, the number of participants is deliberately limited to 8.

Who is this workshop for?
This workshop is aimed at all image-editing enthusiasts wishing to create high-contrast, Fine Art-style images, or to improve their Photoshop skills.

Prerequisites :
To follow this workshop, an intermediate level of Photoshop knowledge is required (good knowledge in particular of the use of layers and blend masks; dynamic objects; selection tools). If you have not yet fully mastered certain points, we can review them during the course.
Please don't hesitate to contact me to discuss this.

Workshop content :

• Introducing this image style: I'll briefly explain my technical and creative approach to these monochrome images.
• Shooting conditions: I'll give you tips on how to get the best possible images for initial retouching, starting off in the best possible conditions.
• Developing the file in Camera Raw: as the raw file is the most complete, since it is by definition unprocessed, it is from this that we will make the basic adjustments. In addition, I'd like to point out a few interface preference settings for opening files in Photoshop in general.
• Opening the image in Photoshop: at this stage, a few additional adjustments will be made to the image.
• Interface settings: Here, too, we'll be making a few interface settings. These will be useful in general, but especially for working with the type of image we're interested in here. In particular, I'll explain image straightening techniques, often very useful in architectural photography.
• Necessary tools: we'll review the main tools I use for creation (including selection tools, blend masks, adjustment layers, dynamic objects and filters). There are many possibilities and choices when using Photoshop, but here I'll suggest some simple and effective ones.
• Converting images to black & white: I'll show you two methods here, along with the necessary settings.
• Preparing selections: this is where the creative process begins. Here you'll learn how to make your choices, by selecting different areas of the image, and thus prepare it for the following stages.
• Creating lighting effects: you'll learn the different techniques for creating lighting effects for this style of image.
• Replacing the sky: if the sky is present in the composition (which is almost always the case), you'll learn how to replace it, and give it different effects (spun, etc.).
• Creating the overall mood: at this stage, we'll explain a number of techniques for creating the final mood of the image. We'll be working on contrasts in particular.
• Corrections and finalization: this is where you'll make any minor alterations. I'll also teach you two additional techniques for fine-tuning the lighting effects. Finally, I'll give you a few tips for improving certain aspects of the image.
• Image recording: choice of high-definition and web formats.
• Printing: During our online Photoshop courses on the theme of black & white architecture, I'm regularly asked about the behavior of this type of file when printed.
  These high-contrast images, ranging from intense whites to deep blacks, can raise questions about how they will look on paper.
  That's why this topic is an integral part of the workshop. We'll be looking at the choice of paper, different printing technologies and supports (dibond, etc.). We'll also talk about corrections to be made before printing.
• Q& A: at the end of the day, we'll review the concepts we've studied, and I'll answer any questions you may have.
• Bonus - Offered: if your availability allows it, a 5-hour outdoor photo outing (in Paris) (from 09:00 to 14:00) will be offered to you the day after the classroom course. This will be an opportunity to present my course on architectural photography. Please let me know if you will be attending when you make your reservation.

Computer equipment:
Each participant must bring his or her own computer (Mac or PC operating systems).
Adobe Photoshop must be installed on the computer. Ideally, the version should be no earlier than CS6.
Use a mouse rather than a trackpad.

Image files :
A number of Photoshop files will be given to each participant at the start of the course. You'll use these files to create your own black & white images.

Course summary:
A 14-page summary in PDF format will be sent by e-mail after the workshop. It can also be handed in directly at the end of the course, by retrieving it from a USB key.
The summary includes all the important points of the course, with text and screenshots.

Video summary:
The workshop presentation and exercises will be recorded live.
The video in MP4 format will be sent by WeTransfer after the workshop.

Workshop follow-up:
A one-hour individual videoconference via Zoom following the workshop (date to be determined according to respective availability) is included in the workshop fee. It may or may not be used. This session can be used to review certain points, for example.

What the workshop does not include:
Hardware and software
Lunch, drinks
Insurance
Transport
Accommodation

Workshop cancellation policy:
You can find details in our General Terms and Conditions.
Please note that the workshop will not be held if the minimum number of 4 participants is not reached (I will keep you informed as soon as possible of the progress of bookings). In this case, the amount paid will be refunded in full.

Practical info:
Workshop date: Saturday, March 09, 2024
Location: Paris (exact address to be communicated after booking)
Schedule: from 09:00 to 18:00
Morning: 09:00 -13:00 (with a 15-minute break at 11:00)
Break: 13:00 - 14:00
Afternoon: 14:15 - 18:00 (with a 15-minute break at 16:00)
Workshop leader: David Duchens

For further information, please contact me at: 06 07 44 72 77
My e-mail address: info@duchensphotographie.fr

Thank you