Samovar

Monday, June 17, 2013, 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Join current Silver Eye exhibiting artist Aaron Blum for an evening of discussion and inspiration. Learn more about his project, Born and Raised, included in Continuum: Doug DuBois & Aaron Blum (on view through July 20), a series of portraits of his family and friends as well as landscapes and interior scenes taken to represent an idealized granular depiction of his home in Appalachia. Aaron will also discuss and provide samples of his in-progress series Almost Heaven, a portrait of the Hare Krishna community that resides in West Virginia.

Light refreshments will be provided.

Fee: Free for Silver Eye members; $6 for non-members

Limited to 30 registrants

Location: Silver Eye Center for Photography, 1015 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15203

To register, please contact Jen Rokoski by calling 412.431.1810, ext. 11 or by emailing jrokoski@silvereye.org.

 

Silver Eye Photo Safaris

Silver Eye's Photo Safaris give you hands-on instruction from a professional photographer while visiting Pittsburgh's most photogenic and historic spots, some not normally open to the public. These field trips are for photographers at any skill level. Enjoy a great day outdoors, advance your knowledge of basic concepts and techniques, and meet others who share your interest in photography.

Carrie Furnace Photo Safari
Co-sponsored with the Rivers of Steel National Heritage Area

Sunday, June 30, 2013, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Carrie Furnace is one of Pittsburgh's greatest historical sites of the industrial age. Through general and one-on-one instruction, further your knowledge of composition, quality of light, exposure, high dynamic range, and panoramas, all while enjoying the beauty and history that surrounds you.

Check out what past photographers on recent photo safaris have created: http://www.carriefurnacephoto.blogspot.com/

*Please bring with you: a d-SLR and a tripod, comfortable walking shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Fee: $65 for Silver Eye members; $75 for non-members

Limited to 15 registrants

Instructor: Ivette Spradlin, Adjunct Faculty, Photography Department, Carnegie Mellon University

Location: Carrie Furnace, Rankin, PA

 

Organic Farming & Sustainability Photo Safari

Co-sponsored with One Woman Farm

Sunday, July 21, 2013, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Explore One Woman Farm's acres of gardens and pastures while receiving one-on-one instruction from professional photographer and instructor Karen Antonelli. Students will gain access to OWF as well as learn about sustainability and the importance of organic farms in the Pittsburgh region. At the end of the safari, relax and enjoy an included lunch en plein air at the farm!

Founder and manager Margaret Schlass created One Woman Farm in 2008 after gaining agricultural experience at various organic farms across the United States and abroad. The 2013 growing season will be One Woman Farm's fifth year serving its CSA, farmer's market, and restaurant customers.

After editing your best shots from the day, we welcome you to submit your photos to OWF to be featured (with proper acknowledgements) on their website. Check it out here: http://www.onewomanfarm.com.

*Please bring with you: a d-SLR and a tripod, comfortable walking shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing.

Fee: $65 for Silver Eye members; $75 for non-members

Limited to 45 registrants

Instructor: Karen Antonelli, Professor of Photography, The Art Institute of Pittsburgh

Location: One Woman Farm, 5857 Valencia Road, Gibsonia, PA 15044

 

The Bigger Picture

The Bigger Picture workshops connect you to the knowledge, training, and resources needed to take your professional career and creative vision to the next level. While developed specifically for fine art and other photographers, these workshops are applicable to any visual artist who wishes to better define their strategic vision and/or attain their creative and entrepreneurial goals.

Get Noticed: Where to Get Your Work Seen in Pittsburgh

Co-sponsored with Pittsburgh Center for the Arts

Thursday, July 11, 2013, 7:00 - 9:00 pm

Have you ever wanted to display your work, but just don't know where or how? Spend an evening listening, conversing, and interacting with a panel of local professionals as they discuss their own experiences in navigating Pittsburgh's exhibition spaces and hear their recommendations for beginner and intermediate artists looking to break out on the scene and get public recognition. From curators to small gallery owners, this panel is sure to provide a unique and interesting outlook on the Pittsburgh arts scene.

Panelists:

-Adam Welch, Curator, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts

-Christiane Leach, Artist Relations Coordinator and Office Manager, Greater Pittsburgh Arts Council

-Meliora Angst, Operations & Gallery Manager, Artisan Tattoo Gallery

-Nina Barbuto, Founder & Director, Assemble

-Sonja Sweterlich, Curator, 709 Gallery & Visual Arts Consultant, Three Rivers Arts Festival, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

Fee: $20 for members of Silver Eye Center for Photography, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, or Pittsburgh Filmmakers; $30 for non-members

Limited to 45 registrants

Location: Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, 6300 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Digital Photography Boot Camps

We've created new two- hour workshops designed just for the beginner and taught by some of Pittsburgh's finest photo educators. Enroll for all or just take the ones you need to master your digital SLR (d-SLR) camera and settings, photo editing applications and techniques.

 

 

How to Register! 1. Register for individual workshops online by clicking the class name below:     Photo Safari: Carrie Furnace     Photo Safari: Organic Farming & Sustainability     The Bigger Picture: Get Noticed: Where to Get Your Work Seen in Pittsburgh     Register for Samovar by emailing jrokoski@silvereye.org 2. Complete the Program Registration form and mail to:         Program Registration         Silver Eye Center for Photography         1015 East Carson Street         Pittsburgh, PA 15203-1109 3. Register by phone by calling 412-431-1810. 4. Register by fax by sending the completed form to 412-431-5777. Questions? Please call 412-431-1810, ext 11 to discuss your needs and questions. Cancellation and refund policy: Payment is due at the time of registration. Full payment confirms your place in class. In the case of registration by e-mail or voice mail message, we can hold your place for up to three business days. If Silver Eye must cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, registered participants will be notified two (2) days before the start date, and tuition will be reimbursed within thirty (30) days of notification. In the case of participant's cancellation in a one session class or workshop, payment may be refunded up to seven (7) days before class with a $10 cancellation fee. In the case of participant’s cancellation in a multi-session class, payment may be refunded up to two weeks before class with a $25 cancellation fee. There is no refund for cancellations received less than seven (7) days before a one session class or workshop start date and two weeks before multi session classes. Payment may be made by MasterCard, Visa, Discover or by check.