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Photography in the Vines

Classes are full. Watch for our "Cooking in the Vines" workshop coming this fall!

Your digital camera manual may have taught you the basics, but probably not how to take the best pictures.

Our one-day "Photography in the Vines" workshop will be taught by Con Keyes, a former photo editor and photographer for the Los Angeles Times.  Con was a member of two Pulitzer Prize-winning teams at the Times.  He is also a former university professor of photojournalism and a judge for the Hearst Foundation photojournalism competition in San Francisco. Con has taken many photos for us here at Benovia; we can attest to his professionalism and extraordinary talent, not to mention he is a joy to work with.

Whether your digital camera is a simple point-and-shoot or top-of-the-line model, you can learn how to take much better photographs. Con will start by showing you how to compose an image for maximum impact, and then help you refine your skills throughout the day with every click of the shutter.

You'll also learn the importance of editing your photographs -- a secret the pros use to turn their shots into real show-stoppers. As a bonus, learning good photo editing techniques will help you frame your shots better through the lens the next time.

You will participate in two photo assignments here at our beautiful Russian River Valley winery, and then have your work reviewed and receive pointers on how to capture even better images the next time.

You can bring any type of digital camera to the event. And prepping for this class is easy - just arrive with a basic understanding of your camera's functions and settings, and Con will take it from there.

If you have a laptop computer that is compatible with your digital camera, bring it along to get the full benefit of the editing techniques Con will teach you.

After you sign up for the workshop, Con will call you to answer any questions about the event, and find out what specific photography skills you would personally like to improve upon.

Lunch is on us, accompanied by a little Benovia wine.

What: "Photography in the Vines" One-day Workshop

When: Saturday, August 14, 9am-5pm - OR - Sunday, August 15, 9am-5pm

Where: Benovia Winery, 3339 Hartman Rd., Santa Rosa, CA 95401

Cost: $80 per person. (As a special thank-you, we will reduce the cost of any case of wine you purchase from us at the event by $50.)

Class Size: Limited to 15 participants

For reservations or more information, please contact us at (707) 703-1651 or email Bob Mosby: bob@benoviawinery.com

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