Robert DiTommaso Photography
Robert DiTommaso Photography Newsletter
August - September Photography Workshops - 2013
In This Issue
What About Bob
DSLR Basic Workshop
Photographing Flowers
Creating Albums / Cards with Photoshop and Templates
Capturing Potraits in the Park
Detroit Skyline & Ambassador Bridge Photography Workshop
Photo Walk - Rockin' Rods in Rochester
Painting with Light - Night Photography
Chicago Artchitectural Photo Safari
Lightroom Training - Series of (4) Workshops
Quick Links
What About Bob?
Bob in Hat
Bob DiTommaso is a professional photography in Rochester Hills, Michigan.  In additional to his portrait photography business, Bob loves to share his passion for photography with others!  Bob offers a variety of Photography Workshops, Photo Walks and Photo Safaris each month. 

Visit our website or join out Meet-Up group to learn more about upcoming Photography Training Sessions!

Photography Workshops
Classes are generally 3-hours in length can cover a wide variety of topics.  From capture through post-processing, Bob can help you improve your photography skills.

Photo Walks
These are generally free or low cost events (covering an entrance fee or tour guide expense) that Bob holds at a variety of locations around Metro Detroit.  These are the opportunity to gather fellow photographers at fund and interesting places.  Bob doesn't have a training lectured planned at a Photo Walk, but he is always available to answer questions.

Photo Safari
This is your opportunity to immerse yourself in the art of Photography!  Photo Safaris are 1-Day, 3-Day or 5-Day trips to exciting locations farther afield.  The upcoming trips are to Chicago (Aug 24-Aug 26) for an architectural photography training workshop and to Hocking Hills in Southern Ohio (Oct 25-Oct 27) for the fall color.  These trips offer you the opportunity to spend several days with Bob learning with a small group of photographers.


Portrait Photography
- Senior Portraits
- Family Portraits
- Weddings / Family Reunions
- Bar & Bat Mitzvahs
- Headshots
- Commercial / Product Photography
- Sports Photography
- Much more!


 
Greetings!

August brings us workshops filled with both outdoor adventures as well as a new creative session in the studio using Photoshop! 

Check out all the upcoming Photography Workshops!

Juliann DiTommaso
Managing Partner
Robert DiTommaso Photography
Studio:  (248) 608-8563
Mobile:  (248) 941-4859
Email:    [email protected]
Website: www.GetShotByBob.com
Meet-Up: http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/

 

DSLR Basic Workshop - Functions & Settings of the DSLR camera
Who is the master - you or your complex piece of camera equipment?  Let Bob help you unscramble the mystery of your DSLR camera! 

This 6-hour workshop helps students learn all the functions and settings on their complex cameras.  This class was promoted through LivingSocial.  We are honoring the $69 workshop price.  I don't expect to run this workshop again until late fall 2013 / winter 2014.

6-Hour Basic DSLR Workshop 
Saturday, August 2, 2013 
9 am - 3:30 pm 
Robert DiTommaso Photography Studio & Workshop 
6841 NORTH Rochester Road 
Suite 100-I 
Ferber Warehouse Complex 
Rochester Hills, MI  48306 
Fee:  $69

Link to register & more information:  http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/121598472/ 
Photographing Flowers in their Natural Setting - Diana's Garden
Join Bob and a small group of students to enhance your flower photography skills!  One of our friends - Diana - has offered her beautiful garden for this workshop.  Please join us!

Diana's Flower Garden 
Sunday, August 3, 2013 
2 - 5 pm 
Diana's Garden 
Beverly Hills, Michigan 
Fee:  $35

To learn more and register:  http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/131996272/ 

 

Creating Albums, Cards and more with Sassy Design templates and Digital Papers - Photoshop Layering workshop
Album Page Layout
Join Bob for this training session and let your creative juices flow!  Learn how to create unique cards, albums and much more using the Sassy Design templates and digital papers!  Wow your family and friends with fun items this Christmas featuring your photography!

Photoshop Layering - Creating Cards & Albums 
Tuesday, August 6, 2013 
7 pm - 10 pm 
Robert DiTommaso Photography Studio & Workshop 
6841 NORTH Rochester Road 
Suite 100-I 
Ferber Warehouse Complex 
Rochester Hills, MI  48306 
Fee:  $35

Link to more information and registration:  http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/131993742/

Sassy Design Page Sample  

 

Capturing Portraits in the Park
This workshop includes training on how to capture beautiful portraits in natural light.  Training includes - posing, communicating with your subject as well as camera settings and lighting techniques.  Enhance your portrait photography skills!

Capturing Portraits in the Park 
Saturday, August 10, 2013 
9 am - 12 noon 
Rochester Municipal Park 
618 Ludlow 
Rochester, MI  48307 
Fee:  $35

Link to Registration & More Information:  http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/131984122/ 

 

Photographing the Detroit Skyline & the Ambassador Bridge
Detroit Skyline Image
Last month when Bob took a group to Windsor to photograph the Detroit Skyline and the Ambassador Bridge, the winds were blowing and the sky was churning!  Join Bob this month to learn the tips and techniques for photographing the Detroit Skyline and the Ambassador Bridge.  We can't promise the skies will be as wicked as last time, but the skyline is still breath-taking! 

Please be aware of the requirements for ID when crossing the border.  Please have all your documents in place before registering for this workshop.

Photographing the Detroit Skyline & Ambassador Bridge from Windsor, Canada 
Saturday, August 10, 2013 
7 pm - 10 pm 
Windsor Riverfront Park 
Windsor, Canada

Follow the link to learn more and register for the workshop: 
Rockin' Rods in Rochester - Photo Walk
Automotive Design
Join Bob for the 14th Annual Rockin' Rods in Rochester.  This Photo Walk is an opportunity to view over 500 Rockin' Rods displayed on Walnut Street between University and 2nd Street in Downtown Rochester.  The festivities run all day! 

Rockin' Rods in Rochester - Photo Walk 
Meeting spot:  The Painted Pot 
421 Walnut 
Rochester, MI  48307 
2 pm - Sunday, August 11, 2013 
Fee:  $0

Follow the link to learn more and register: 
Painting with Light - Creative New Method of Capturing Images at Twilight
Light Painting Workshop
Perhaps you have seen some of the newest types of images?  It's call Painting with Light!  You can do this in a small space or the wide open spaces!  Join Bob and a small group of photographers to learn how to capture unique images after dark!

Painting with Light 
Saturday, August 17, 2013 
7 pm - 10 pm 
Van Hoosen Farm 
1005 Van Hoosen Lane 
Rochester Hills, MI  48306 
Fee:  $35

Follow the link to register:  http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/130436862/ 

 

Chicago - Architectural Photography Safari - 3-Day Exploration of Art & Architecture
Immerse yourself in the art of photography with this 3-Day Exploration of Chicago.  Everywhere you turn from the buildings to the streets to the parks to the features, Chicago offers photographers the rich texture of architectural photography.  Join Bob and this small group of photographers as he trains you on a variety of photography skills with the streets of Chicago as your pallet! 

Chicago Architectural Photography Safari 
Saturday, August 24 through Monday, August 26, 2013 
Downtown Chicago 
Fee:  $350 for the photography workshop

To learn more and register: 
http://www.meetup.com/Rochester-Photography-Workshops/events/121009582/� 

  Chicago Architecture Photography Workshop

Lightroom Training - Powerful Post-Processing Software
Lightroom is a powerful post-processing software that Bob recommends for beginners through professionals.  You can use this software to organize and manage your images, develop your images and print / share your images.

This is a highly requested series of workshops.  It is offered on a series of Saturday mornings this time.  If you sign up to attend all (4) Lightroom workshops, there is a 20% discount on the series.  You are welcome to sign up for just the  module that interests you as well.  Each workshop is $35 a piece.  If you sign up for all (4) workshops, the cost is $112 total.

Saturday, September 7, 2013 
9 am - 12 noon

Saturday, September 14, 2013 
9 am - 12 noon

Saturday, September 21, 2013 
9 am - 12 noon

Saturday, September 28, 2013 
9 am - 12 noon

20% Discount Applied

All classes are held at: 
Robert DiTommaso Photography Studio & Workshop 
6841 NORTH Rochester Road 
Suite 100-I 
Ferber Warehouse Complex 
Rochester Hills, MI  48306 
Fee:  $35 per workshop or $112 for all (4) classes


 
Bob offers a wide variety of workshops each month!  We are always looking for more suggestions.  Drop us a line if you a place to photograph or a new technique you want to learn!
 
Sincerely,
 

Juliann DiTommaso
Robert DiTommaso Photography 
Studio:  (248) 608-8563
Email:    [email protected] 

Robert DiTommaso Photography Studio & Workshop 
6841 NORTH Rochester Road
Suite 100-I
Ferber Warehouse Complex
Rochester Hills, MI  48306

We are located on the Northeast corner of Rochester Road and Tienken (25 Mile Road).  The Ferber Warehouse Complex is a beige stone building.  Our studio is in the first building - closest to Rochester Road.  Turn into the complex off Rochester Road about 500 yards north of Tienken.  We are across Rochester Road from the Papa Joe's Market and Bank of America is directly across from the driveway entrance to Ferber Warehouse Comples.  If you are at Nino Savaggio's Market - you are about 5 miles South of our building. 


Private Photography Lessons
Bob offers private photography lessons to help you improve your photograph skills.  The lessons focus on you, your equipment and your interests.  Whether you are just taking the camera out of the box for the first time or are an experienced photographer, Bob can help you improve your skills.  The lessons can cover from the camera functions and technical skills through post-processing training.

Private lessons are $75 for a 90-minute session.  If you purchase (4) 90-minutes sessions ($300), the 5th lesson is free. 
Call today to schedule your private lesson with Bob!