EVENT POSTPONED (as of Nov. 23) -- To meet the final deadline for the completion of the Speedliter's Handbook, I worked 60+ days without a day off -- including a series of days over the past two weeks that averaged 18 hours / daily. So, rather than host a lackluster event, I must postpone. New dates will be announced by Dec. 1st. If you already have a ticket, look for an email from me that lists several options. Thanks to all for your understanding. The Handbook took everything I had to give and is far better than I ever imagined it could be. -- Syl

SPEEDLITER'S INTENSIVE™ – Canon Speedlites Demystified & Untangled

Canon flash photography need not be confusing or frustrating. Nor does it have to look bad. The keys to shooting great images with flash are: (1) know what your Speedlite can and cannot do for you and (2) get your flash off the top of your camera as quickly as you can. Even if you have just one Speedlite, you can create beautiful images without a load of extra gear. Attend one or both sessions - depending upon your skill level and how much you want to learn.

SPEEDLITING FUNDAMENTALS - Saturday, December 4

Suitable for Novice to Intermediate shooters: No prior experience with Speedlites is necessary. This session will talk about and demonstrate the use of a single Speedlite only. Techniques for multiple Speedlites are covered in the Advanced Speedliting session. You are encouraged to bring a DSLR and Speedlite so that you can follow along with the demonstrations on how and when to push the buttons and turn the dials.

Fundamental Topics Include:

• How You See vs. How Your Camera Sees
• Camera Exposure Modes: P, Av, Tv, Manual
• Speedlite Exposure Modes: E-TTL and Manual
• Exposure Compensation & Flash Exposure Compensation
• How To Use Simple Modifiers To Craft Better Light
• Basic Techniques For Getting Your Speedlite Off-Camera
• Techniques For Portraits With One Speedlite

ADVANCED SPEEDLITING - Sunday, December 5

Suitable for Intermediate to Pro shooters: You should be familiar with the fundamental operation of a Speedlite and the basic concepts of flash photography. If you are a novice who wishes to jump in with both feet, then you may attend this session if you also attend Speedliting Fundamentals. This session focuses on multiple Speedlite techniques. You are encouraged to bring a DSLR and Speedlite so that you can follow along with the demonstrations on how and when to push the buttons and turn the dials.

Advanced Topics Include:

• Canon Wireless: Configuring Masters & Slaves
• High-Speed Sync
• Advanced Light Modifiers: Softboxes, Diffusion Panels, Etc.
• Creative Manipulation Of White Balance & Gels
• Techniques For Portraits With Multiple Speedlites
• Techniques For Speedliting Events / Weddings
• Mixing Speedlites With Larger Strobes
• Multi / Stroboscopic 

OTHER DETAILS

• Event Format: Syl will mix live shooting demonstrations with multimedia presentations from several of his more noteworthy location shoots. Although there is not enough time for students to shoot during the day, you are encouraged to bring a DSLR and Speedlite so that you can follow along with the button and dial demonstrations.
• Time: Each session will start at 9:00am and end around 5:00pm. Doors will open at 8:45am.
• Workbook: You will be given a workbook that covers the details of the topics covered in your session.
• Lunch: Lunch will be on your own. There are several food joints nearby.