Photography Workshops and Classes

GARY OAKLEY, FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER
Gary Oakley founded Oakley Photography in 1996 in Boulder, Colorado, USA and now travels the world shooting documentary and wedding photography that possesses an unparalleled combination of atmosphere, art, and spirit. Gary's natural, unobtrusive style has earned him an international reputation as one of America's finest event photojournalists working today. It is this unique style that allows him to capture key life moments at their most poignant and precious, but always with an eye toward the artistic edge. A deep dedication to his craft, a keen sensitivity to his client's needs, and an almost uncanny sense of vision and creativity enable Gary to attain extraordinary images and then create albums, prints, and slideshows that will last lifetimes. Passionate about people, art, the natural world, and challenges, Gary's greatest loves are his wife and two daughters (and of course the family dogs: Poppy and the Mexican street dog: Lupe).

Gary began photographing in Central America in 1987 while living in Guatemala and has traveled extensively throughout Mexico, the culmination of which was a year in San Miguel photographing street dogs for an upcoming book, The Dogs of San Miguel. Known internationally for his wedding work, Gary travels worldwide on assignment. His images have appeared in numerous books and magazines, notably: The New York Times, In Style, Conde Naste, The Knot, Vogue, Bride, and Confetti Magazine. Books Credits include: The Knot's Complete Guide to Weddings In The Real World, and Destination Weddings. For more information about Gary, please click here.

CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
WITH GARY OAKLEY
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Spirit of Central Mexico
Journaling the Moment in Photographs

Oakley Wedding Workshops:
Wedding Photography: The Business of Wedding Photography
Wedding Photography: Getting the Angles
Wedding Photography: Reality Check

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Journaling the Moment in Photographs
If you photograph events such as weddings, corporate parties, or even parades you can understand the complexity of capturing emotions and setting of an event. This workshop is designed for advancexd shooters who want to explore the photographer/client and camera/moment relationships. You will also explore the philosophical, psychological and interpersonal power that an image can have. Prerequisite: Good basic camera, lighting and compositional skills as related to event photography, or our Oakley Workshops on wedding photography listed below.

The Business of Wedding Photography
Here's your chance to work with a highly successful wedding photographer willing to share many years of knowledge. The workshop explores marketing, workflow, and logistics of launching a wedding photography business. It is designed for new or moderately experienced photographers. Prerequisite: Basic photography skills (camera skills and use of manual settings for ISO, shutter, aperture, white balance, image resolution and formats). WWA Beginning and Continuing Creative Digital Photography (or Camera & Darkroom I-II) and Portraiture/Lighting classes are recommended.

Dates: October 17th and 19th; 5:30-9:30pm.
Cost:$595
Location: Oakley Photography Studio, Boulder, CO
Registration: WorkingWithArtists.org or Oakleyphotography.com

Photographic Angles of Wedding Photography
Imaginative angles, perfect lighting, the decisive moment, and personal approach are critical to establish a unique style that will establish your wedding business. This workshop examines effective photographic angles and lighting of a wedding from rehearsals and dressing rooms through reception and departure. Participants will join Gary at a staged event. Designed for intermediate and advanced shooters who want to expand their repertoire of imagery. Prerequisite: Basic photography skills (camera skills and use of manual settings for ISO, shutter, aperture, white balance, image resolution and formats). WWA Beginning and Continuing Creative Digital Photography (or Camera & Darkroom I-II) and Portraiture/Lighting classes are recommended.

Dates: October 24th and 26th; 5:30-9:30pm.
Cost:$595
Location: Oakley Photography Studio, Boulder, CO and event location.
Registration: WorkingWithArtists.org or Oakleyphotography.com

Live Wedding Experience
Live wedding experience is an opportunity to attend a live event and to review captured imagery with Gary. First part is an actual 8-hour event, followed by a private, 2-hour session of commentary and review in studio. Forever change the way you shoot. Prerequisite: Business and Angles Workshops, solid camera and lighting skills (WWA continuing photography workshops) or mature, capable photographer. Please call in advance if you have not taken the other workshops.

Dates: Variable Depending on Calendar. Maximum 2 participants/event.
Cost: $595.
Location: On Location Colorado.

Package pricing for 3 or 4 events: Join us for 3 Oakley Photography Workshops and receive 10% discount, or 15% for all 4 workshops.