Join Paul in 2006



June 9 & 10
Adventures in Landscape and Wildflower Photography Workshop
Baker Creek, Alberta
(403) 522-3761
www.bakercreek.com




June 17 & 18
Waterton Wildflower Festival
Adventures in Wildflower Photography Workshop Evening Slide Presentation

Waterton Lakes N.P.
Alberta
(403) 859-2663
1-800-215-2395

www.trailofthegreatbear.com
tgbear@telusplanet.net


June 23 & 24
Book Signing
Wildflower Photography Workshop
Waterton Natural History Association
Waterton Lakes N.P.
Alberta
(403) 859-2624
www.wnha.ca
wnha@telusplanet.net

Intro
Paul Gilbert takes the opportunity to share his photographic expertise in a variety of ways. For more than a dozen years he has been an instructor of photography, as well as leading photographic hiking tours in the Rocky Mountains. He speaks regularly for camera clubs, naturalist organizations and in the national parks, and every year he leads photography workshops for the Jasper Institute, Waterton Natural History Association and the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival in Colorado.

Paul is enthusiastic about his experiences as a teacher of photography, enjoying the challenges of communicating with students at all levels of ability. He defines his main objectives as helping others to see their world from a new and fresh perspective, and enabling them to create dynamic images through technical proficiency, visual literacy and a heightened awareness of the qualities of light.

As well as his regularly scheduled workshops and seminars, Paul is available for custom events ranging from evening slide presentations to one day seminars to week-long workshops. The following are some possible themes for these events, but any one can be tailored to your group's interests:

Slide Presentations                                  back to top
1) Better Wildflower Photography
Paul shares tips for improving your wildflower photography, by focusing on lighting and composition. He explains close-up techniques as well as how to successfully photograph flowers in the larger landscape.
2) Wild Colours - Canada's Rocky Mountain Wildflowers
From orchids to columbines to meadows filled with blooms, Paul takes you on a visual tour of the Rockies, showcasing the variety and beauty of the many colourful wildflowers.
• Prices range from $100 to $250

Seminars and Workshops                          back to top
1) Adventures in Wildflower Photography
A full day or multi-day learning experience, in which Paul can provide slide presentation(s) and in-class talks as well as hands-on instruction in an outdoor setting. Techniques covered include macro photography, understanding light, creative composition, necessary equipment, the use of reflectors, etc.

2) Flowerscape Photography
Paul shares techniques for photographing flowers as part of the larger landscape, through slide presentation(s), in-class instruction and hands-on field work. The focus is on making photographs through pre-visualization and comprehension of the qualities of light, plus creative control of exposure.


3) Photographing the Landscape
Paul explains his approach to nature and landscape photography through a combination of slide presentation(s), lectures and one-to-one instruction. The focus is on the use of colour, texture and perspective in designing images, as well as understanding light and exposure.
• Pricing is variable. Contact us for details.

Photo Tours                                                                        back to top
Join Paul as he visits secret gardens and favourite places
for photographing in various locations:
1) Vancouver Island
2) Banff and Jasper Canadian Rockies
3) Glacier National Park, Montana

Paul will guide groups and provide in-the-field instruction. Tours itineraries are flexible and the photography instruction can be tailored to your group's criteria.
• Pricing is variable. Contact us for details.

If your group is interested in booking Paul for one of these events or custom versions, please e-mail for more information.