SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9,2006
10:00 – 10:50 Through the Eyes of the Collector with Hilary DePolo
Hilary DePolo has been working as a regional art consultant to many major corporations, and marketing advisor to artists for over 20 years. She will share observations about trends in photographic works for collectors, and effective ways of getting your imagery in front of galleries, along with suggestions that will help them to promote your work.
11:00 – 11:20 Creative Light and the Power of Photography with Greg Cradick
Explore creative possibilities with photography, become aware of beauty as described with light morning noon and night. Greg introduces imaginative concepts and ideas for working 'outside the box' with the infinitely powerful medium of photography.
11:30 – 11:50 Digital Printing for Artists and Photoshop with Ron Landucci
Ron, Photoshop guru and nationally recognized master fine art printer, will offer you an update and overview of current printer technology, fine art papers and alternative substrates, metals, inks, and color controls available for refined prints that satisfy the most demanding artist. Ron's workshops in the Art of Digital Printing and Adobe Photoshop introduce versatility into your processes, under the guidance of a creative fine art photographer who is passionate about both technology and image.
12:00 – 12:20 Unnatural Disasters with Nanette Martin
If you are driven toward documentary photography or sincere and committed photojournalism, Nanette's workshop is about testing the waters with your own subjects. For WSD Nanette will share her work that reveals tragedy, perseverance and affirmation following disasters of 9/11 and Katrina. Her insights will describe the logistical challenges for the photographer as well as the potential impact for change and recovery that images can bring to those who receive them.

12:20 – 1:30 LUNCH BREAK

1:30 – 1:50 Handmade Books with Nancy Missbach and Patricia Barry Levy
Handmade is the key word in this creative process of fine art bookmaking. Delight in the possibilities for making your own beautifully finished book of images on a wide selection of elegant papers. Learn a special fine art paper folding technique, hands-on during this introduction to our weekend workshop.
2:00 – 2:20 Architectural Photography with T. John Hughes
Architecture defines where and how we live in our surroundings. Skillful architectural photographs convey a perception and vision of that experience, and this is the goal for our workshops with T. John Hughes. This sample will touch on the key points for architectural photographers such as: Revealing and defining form within structure; Applying or capturing color and composition.
2:30 – 2:50 Urban Disturbance with Christopher James
Disturbance, destruction, reconstruction and community life – discovered and photographed. This sample gives participants a taste of a full weekend of practice with artist Christopher James documenting the disturbance caused by change in our communities. The workshop includes discussion of working at night and special photographic techniques that bring home the perception of disturbances both positive and negative.
3:00 – 3:20 The Elegant Nude with Robert Eggert
The nude, especially the female nude, is an important and classic subject in fine art. In photography this is often a controversial and difficult genre of imagery, with critical boundaries between fine art expression and objectification. Our two instructors, Owen O'Meara and Kim Weston are fine artists who reveal elegance with deep awareness of context, light and form, observing and honoring the power of the feminine. Our presentation will discuss the aesthetic role of the nude in sculpture, painting and photography past and present.
3:30 – 3:50 Presentation with Joseph Amram
Joseph believes that artists who have developed a relationship with a professional framer gain in consistent and quality presentation of their work. He recommends that artists consider the framer as a powerful extension of their activity. Learning about the specifics of quality framing makes sure that work is presented appropriately.

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 10, 2006
10:30 – 12:30 JAZZY CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT and special guests help us honor
Randy Brown and Grant Leighton!

Jazz Vocalist, Ellyn Rucker | Speaker & Community Builder, Liza Prall
Ellyn Rucker warms up your morning with classic jazz vocals and keyboards while you enjoy a gourmet spread by emogène patisserie et café, sip some champagne and relax in our beautiful gallery surrounded by photographs of Urban Experience. Share a special moment with all of us at WWA as we honor dear friends. Sip your java while Liza Prall describes the new urban developer's commitments to art and artists for successful community building. Workshop samples start promptly at 1:00pm following Liza's chat. Our brunch menu includes both carnivorous and vegetarian options with a selection of gourmet quiches, baby greens, fresh fruit, delectable pastries, juice and champagne. $45.00 per person, $35 WWA Members, $80 couples. RSVP NOW with Blacktie Colorado Ticket Service or call WWA at 303.837.1341
Photo at right ©Kristin Rucker of jazz singer Ellyn Rucker.

FREE PRESENTATIONS CONTINUE AFTER BRUNCH
1:00 – 1:20 Sensual Botanica with Teri O’ Neill
Look at life from a fresh point of view, where the slightest change of focus can make an enormous difference in a miniature world. Teri will take you on a magical visual journey into floral delights as you venture into macro photography.
1:30 – 1:50 History of Photography with Deanne Pytlinski
How did we get here? and where have we been? You can't evolve until you realize your evolution. For those who are passionate about art, photography offers a fascinating journey with myriads of intriguing personalities and adventurous inventions. Our 20 minutes in time with great artists will inspire and motivate your creative spirit to take more pictures and try interesting approaches.
2:00 – 2:20 Defining a Personal Vision with Grant Leighton
Your vision is your own to share, and this class will help you find and express it in a series of connected images that reveal a thread of continuity within your photographs. We offer you an extra special taste of our amazing six week class that continues to bring out the best in personal ideas and purpose in fine art photography.
2:30 – 2:50 Natural Light Portraiture with Randy Brown
The angles are fascinating, the approach non-traditional, and the connection with the subject is warm and revealing. Sample what it's like to participate in a workshop that teaches control of unusual and unexpected light for portraits in ordinary places. As always in WWA workshops, you will walk for day or two in the shoes of the artist/instructor, using their approach while you gain technical expertise.
3:00 – 3:20 Making Art with Movies with Adam Lerner
Adam will present the visionary opening of The Lab at Belmar, which is an extraordinary inaugural exhibit of works by filmmaker Isaac Julien. He'll describe his workshop which will include a presentation of movies as art, specifically as this medium relates to Isaac Julien, followed by private critiques with Adam for those with existing footage.
3:30 – 4:30 Gathering & Happy Hour in Flash, A Working with Artists Space
Recap the weekend, chat about the events and topics with fellow photo lovers, share light refreshments