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Printing for Distinctions
with Chris Palmer
with Chris Palmer
Join photographer Chris Palmer for a focused Fotospeed Academy workshop, on printing and preparing for Royal Photographic Society (RPS) distinctions. With expert guidance, Chris will cover essential aspects of print quality, presentation, and building a successful panel. Whether you're working towards your Associate, or Fellowship, this session offers valuable insights to help you meet RPS standards and present your work confidently.
Perfect for photographers aiming to take the next step in their RPS journey.
LEVELIntermediate
DURATION10am - 4pm
What You'll Learn
- ✔ What are Distinctions?
- ✔ How to assemble a panel.
- ✔ How to print and mount your panel.
- ✔ How to avoid the biggest printing mistakes.
- ✔ How to pick the best paper for your panel.
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Fotospeed Acdemy: Printing for Distinctions with Chris Palmer£75.00
Programme
- Introduction
- What are distinctions
- Break (10 minutes)
- The panel
- Paper choice and mounting
- Lunch (1 hour)
- Practical printing sessions
Meet Your Instructor
Chris Palmer
Landscape & Nature Photographer
Chris confesses to being a “photo-holic”, embracing all aspects of photography, but regards himself primarily as a pictorialist, and loves working on location, and particularly in the landscape. A busy national PAGB judge and popular lecturer, Chris has visited more than 280 different camera clubs, and judged many regional, national and international exhibitions. He is a Fellow of the RPS, serves as Chair of the Visual Art Panel, and assesses on the Landscape panel too. Chris is a member of Amersham Photographic Society, and is delighted to be a member of the prestigious London Salon.
What You’ll Need
- A selection of your favourite image files, preferably as RAW, JPEG, TIFF or PSD.
- A laptop with Photoshop, Lightroom, Capture One or Affinity installed. Please ask if you use another program.
- Lunch is not provided so please bring your own.
What We Provide
- ✔ All printing materials
- ✔ Unlimited tea, coffee and soft drinks
- ✔ Wifi
- ✔ Exclusive discounts and offers
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my own photographs to print during the training sessions?
We encourage you to bring your own photographs to print during our training sessions. Please ensure that you have either RAW or JPEG formats to ensure you achieve the best results.
Are there specific requirements for the digital files that will be used for printing?
When it comes to preparing digital files for printing, we recommend providing your images in either RAW or JPEG format. These formats offer the best flexibility and compatibility for our printing processes.
What types of printers and paper are available for use during the training?
During our training sessions, we provide access to our top-of-the-line Canon and Epson demonstration printers. These industry-leading printers offer exceptional print quality and precision, ensuring your images come to life in stunning detail. To complement these printers, we use our premium Fotospeed Signature Range papers.
Are there specific software programs that I need to have?
To make the most out of our training courses, we recommend having access to certain software programs. For general editing and enhancing your photographs, having software such as Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, or Capture One is highly beneficial. If you're participating in our Black & White Printing Workshop, having Silver Efex, a popular plugin for creating stunning black and white conversions, will further enhance your learning experience.
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