Wedding seminars/classes/organizations in Vancouver?

[_Dc]

Hey there,

For the wedding photographers in Vancouver, have any of you taken classes for wedding photography? Also, are there any organizations?

I would love to find a mentor to teach me but not sure where to find one either lol.

I've been reading books and online articles on POTN but I really want some formal training.

Any advice is much appreciated.

[ironchef31]

I'm assuming you are referring to Vancouver BC.
Check this out:
http://www.langara.bc.ca/cs/photography/detailed_courses/31wedding/wedding.htm
BTW. I'm not a wedding photographer.

(of course... I see Captain Louie in your avtar)

[_Dc]

Thanks for the link Ken.

Have you taken any courses at Langara for photography? Usually I hear of people going to Focal Point.

Canucks are going to own this season! ... i hope..

[TheHoff]

I just finished a course at Focal Point and I was less than thrilled but your mileage may vary depending on instructor and what level you're at. I haven't done courses anywhere else (since college) so I can't recommend any more but the real pro workshops are here:

http://www.vancouverphotoworkshops.com/

[ironchef31]

Thanks for the link Ken.

Have you taken any courses at Langara for photography? Usually I hear of people going to Focal Point.

Canucks are going to own this season! ... i hope..

I've taken Basic and Intermediate photography there.
I thought the instructors were very knowledgeable and easy to learn from.
There may be other schools around that are better but i was not disappointed. I'm trying to decide to either take practical lighting or photoshop course next time.

[_Dc]

I just finished a course at Focal Point and I was less than thrilled but your mileage may vary depending on instructor and what level you're at. I haven't done courses anywhere else (since college) so I can't recommend any more but the real pro workshops are here:

http://www.vancouverphotoworkshops.com/

Thanks for the reply Hoff. I'll be sure to look into those courses with your credibility around here!

I'm still a noobie so I'm sure I'll learn a lot from the courses.

[_Dc]

I've taken Basic and Intermediate photography there.
I thought the instructors were very knowledgeable and easy to learn from.
There may be other schools around that are better but i was not disappointed. I'm trying to decide to either take practical lighting or photoshop course next time.

well hey, lets take the practical lighting course together! lol

[ironchef31]

well hey, lets take the practical lighting course together! lol

I would love to but I can only do it as funds allow. I'm taking the family to Florida in Dec so I'm going to be poorer than dirt for most of next year.:lol:

[_Dc]

Nice, well be sure to take some great pics while your down there.