PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: XOCHIMILCO / THE ISLAND OF THE DOLLS
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: DAYS OF SAN MIGUEL ARCANGEL/SAN MIGUEL
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: DAY OF THE DEAD / OAXACA
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: THE RADISH FESTIVAL / OAXACA
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: EASTER WEEK / SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE
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XOCHIMILCO / THE ISLAND OF THE DOLLS PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP
Jo has led 20 photographic groups to the Island of the Dolls (isla de las muñecas) over the past several years. Her enthusiasm for photographing this very special environment is contagious. Arriving early in the morning at Xochimilco, you’ll want your camera ready to capture the early morning activities at the dock. Boarding one of the many colorful launches, you can capture the water and shore activities in the morning light. Crossing the locks, another world opens before you, bringing you closer to nature with a variety of birds and lush vegetation. The destination is the Island of the Dolls, a unique photographic and emotional experience. Everyone will react--some positively, some negatively-- to the strange sight of dolls in all states of disrepair hanging in trees and about the island. No matter your feelings, there will be plenty to photograph, as well as photographic challenges. Lunch is provided on the launch, and the return trip is made in the afternoon light. Nearing the dock, the morning tranquility is transformed into a festive floating party with food, music and flowers.
JO BRENZO majored in Photography through the Fine Arts Dept. of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and taught at Belles Artes (Mexican National Art School) in San Miguel de Allende for the past 13 years. She established the Academia de Fotografia in 1995. She has taught and exhibited her own work throughout the US, Europe and Latin America. She has been working with digital images for the past 10 years, but continues to have a strong commitment to creating traditional photographic images.
INSTRUCTOR: JO BRENZO
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
WORKSHOP SIZE: 4-8 Participants
WORKSHOP DATES: September 6-8, 2010
WORKSHOP LOCATION: Mexico City- Xochimilco
REGISTRATION: Contact Jo at: 011-52-415-152-2483, 154-5366 or 152-1442 (evenings)
TUITION: $325 dollars (includes 2 nights hotel, lunch on arrival, the launch, brunch)
E-MAIL: acdphoto@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: www.acdphoto.com
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DAY OF SAN MIGUEL ARCANGEL WORKSHOP
SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE’S PATRON SAINT – 2010
Take part in this 8 day workshop and experience – one of the most important festivities of the whole year. The crowds from the independence celebrations have departed and the local population takes back their town. You will have the opportunity to experience the Alborada which is the largest fireworks display of the year, Voladores de Papantla, the many castillos (towers of fireworks) and fireworks, the mojigangas (bigger than life papier puppets). There will be two lively parades with conchero dancers wearing bells, traditional beaded costumes, masks and feathered headdresses. They will be carrying Suchiles (large floral arrangements of cactus and flowers) to be placed on the front of the La Parroquia followed by the many regional dancers and floats. Spanning 8 days, the workshop includes pre and post sessions for the many events. Participants will be prepared for the unique problems of each shoot. Afterwards, they will share their results with the group, providing opportunities to see how others interpreted the same events, as well as to problem solve as needed.
INSTRUCTOR: JO BRENZO
WORKSHOP SIZE: 4 Participants
WORKSHOP DATES: September 29 – October 7
TUITION: $200 dollars
WORKSHOP LOCATION: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
REGISTRATION: Contact Jo Brenzo at 011 52 (415) 152-2483 / 152-1442 evenings
E-MAIL: acdphoto@yahoo.com
WEBSITES: www.acdphoto.com / www.jbrenzo.com / www.happeningsgallery.com
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OAXACA PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP - DAY OF THE DEAD-2010
Jo Brenzo has been leading photographic workshops to Oaxaca for the Day of the Dead for the past twelve years. The workshop is open to both digital and film photographers. This workshop is designed for serious amateur and professional photographers. Participants will receive shooting instruction, photographic tips for special shooting situations, and lectures relating to photography in Oaxaca, classroom time, critique sesions as well as field trips to surrounding villages. Staying in a hotel on the zocalo, participants are in the "middle" of a myriad of processions and events. There's never a dull moment with everyday filled with special photographic opportunities. For detailed information and photographs go to www.acdphoto.com and click on "travel" - "Oaxaca."
INSTRUCTOR: JO BRENZO
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
CLASS SIZE: 9 students
WORKSHOP DATES: October 28-November 5, 2010 (9 days)
CLASS LOCATION: Oaxaca, Oaxaca
TUITION: $2,350 dollars (includes instruction, hotel, and field trips)
REGISTRATION: Contact Jo at 011-52-415-152-2383, 154-5366 or 152-1442
E-MAIL: acdphoto@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: www.acdphoto.com
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OAXACAN HOLIDAY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP – THE RADISH FESTIVAL-2010
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Christmas time in Oaxaca is a magical time for all ages with candlelit holiday parades and colorful street festivals. Highlighting the season is the historical and spectacular "Night of the Radishes," a festival that dates back to 1897. Self-taught Oaxacan artists are judged for their ability to create large scenes that show religious, political and daily-life moments. Every detail of the scenes are created from a part of the radish. The original radishes came from China and are specially grown for this festival. The connection between the viewers and the artists is quite emotional and magical. This workshop is designed for serious amateur and professional photographers. Participants will receive shooting instruction, photographic tips for special shooting situations, and lectures relating to photography in Oaxaca, as well as field trips to surrounding villages. During this workshop, you will have the opportunity to fine tune your photographic skills, learn new skills and learn through critique sessions. We have reserved only double rooms so you are welcome to bring a family member or friend since you will have all evenings and some mornings or afternoons free.
INSTRUCTOR: JO BRENZO
CLASS SIZE: 4-8 students
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED
ONLY 3 SPACES LEFT (as of March 1st)
WORKSHOP DATES: December 19-27, 2010
CLASS LOCATION: Oaxaca, Oaxaca
TUITION: $2,350 dollars
REGISTRATION: Contact Jo at 011-52-415-152-2483, 154-5366 or 152-1442 (evenings)
E-MAIL:acdphoto@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: www.acdphoto.com
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SEMANA SANTA DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP: APRIL 15-25
Semana Santa or holy week, in San Miguel is colorful, traditional, dramatic, sublime and ridiculous (explosion of Judases). This traditional pageant offers many opportunities for photographers. Some of the events are daily processions, decorated church altars and the day long activities on both Palm Sunday and Good Friday. Jo Brenzo’s workshop will help you optimize the quality of your images. She has many years of experience and knows what is taking place when and how to be strategically located and prepared for the challenges of each event. Spanning 10 days, the workshop includes pre and post sessions for the many events. Participants will be prepared for the unique problems of each shoot. Afterwards, they will share their results with the group providing opportunities to see how others interpreted the same events, as well as to problem solve as needed.
INSTRUCTOR: JO BRENZO
WORKSHOP SIZE: 4 Participants
WORKSHOP DATES: April 15 – 25, 2011
TUITION: $250 dollars (classroom sessions include demonstration, instruction, critiques and individual technical support throughout the week)
REGISTRATION: Contact Jo Brenzo at 011 52 (415) 152-2483 / 152-1442 evenings
WORKSHOP LOCATION: San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
E-MAIL: acdphoto@yahoo.com
WEBSITE: www.acdphoto.com / www.jbrenzo.com / www.happeningsgallery.com
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