Fall Convention 2008

Cliff Mautner

Sponsored by Nikon


"One of the top ten wedding photographers in the world" - American PHOTO Magazine


"Hot Sun, Cool Images"
This seminar is designed demonstrate various means of creating texture, dimension, and mood through simple lighting techniques. In searing daytime sunlight- At midnight- And in all conditions in between. Stop hiding in the open shade and use the best light possible. While Cliff is primarily a wedding photographer, his approach can apply to all genres of photography. Whether its weddings, portraits, or other types of photography, this seminar will teach skills that apply to all.

Cliff will share his insight and his vision on how to capture images that stand out from the competition in this oversaturated marketplace. He will take you through the specifics of his thought process while studying different lighting and compositional scenarios at all times of day. He'll also demonstrate certain techniques in a hands-on manner to depict how simple his ideas can be applied.   

Attendees can expect to gain from this seminar:

    * learn how to turn bad light into good light
    * discover how to utilize light to create texture, dimension, and mood
    * gain a better understanding of light quality vs light quantity
    * the ability to "see" three dimensionally to improve composition
    * a few laughs along the way for sure

Bio:
Cliff Mautner’s career in photography spans 26 years. After 15 years and 6000 assignments as a photojournalist with the Philadelphia Inquirer, and working for an eclectic array of commercial clientele ranging from Comcast to Subaru, Cliff launched his wedding photography career. After 600 weddings, he hasn’t looked back.

He’s been recognized by WPPI as “one of the top photographers and educators in the world” and has shared his concepts and ideas across the country speaking for Nikon, Photoplus, WPPI, PPA, Digital Wedding Forum, and other photographic organizations. He’s perhaps best known for his ability create quality images in some of the most difficult lighting conditions encountered. Rangefinder magazine describes him as having “a freshness and imagination that is new and important” and is a top Nikon and Nikkor wedding photography spokesperson. In April of 2008, American PHOTO Magazine named him one of the top ten wedding photographers in the world.

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