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Understand Photography Facebook Live Show and Podcast September 9 at 4 p.m. EDT
Featuring Famed Bird Photographer, Arthur Morris Yes, it’s true! We are starting a weekly Travel and Nature Photography Show, called The Understand Photography Show. I know what you are thinking; what a creative name for the show! We’ll first broadcast on Facebook LIVE on Fridays at 4 p.m. EDT. After the live broadcast, the content will be edited for a podcast.
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Turning Down the Noise
Tom Tracy, a photojournalist and event photographer, recently photographed a heavy metal band at a children's charity gala. In order to protect his hearing, he took special measures to reduce the effects of the loud music on his ears. Click the story headline to learn more about Tom's tips for covering loud events!
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St Croix Photography Workshop October 2-9, 2016
Explore beautiful St Croix, US Virgin Islands while expanding your photography skills! Peggy and Sid have teamed up again to put together a photo trip that will blow your mind! This trip is for any level of photographer since it is limited to just five participants. Scroll down to see some of the photography opportunities and lessons we have planned!
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May 2016 Newsletter is Out! Better Beamer, How to Invert Colors, St Croix!
May 2016 Newsletter is Out! Better Beamer, How to Invert Colors, St Croix! Articles/video lessons include How to Invert Colors using Photoshop, Better Beamer and 100-400 Lens and Photographing a Wedding With Another Company.
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Free Travel Photography talk at the Fort Myers Beach Library March 30
Joe Fitzpatrick offers his insights as a professional photographer and instructor. Beginner or expert you will come away with knowledge that will make you a better photographer. For more information email us at [email protected].
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4 Weeks to Proficiency in Photography Live Interactive Online Class begins March 3, 2016
If you are like me, you are busy!! I love online classes but sometimes lack the discipline to do the work. That's why when we put our popular "Four Weeks to Proficiency in Photography" course online, we made it a live and interactive class.
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Free PhotoWalk every month in Southwest Florida
Did you know that Understand Photography holds a free** photowalk every single month? We say "almost free" because although we do not charge, sometimes there is an entrance fee to where ever we are going. Join fellow photographers and come out and shoot! You'll enjoy the camaraderie and most likely learn something from your fellow photographers.
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Do you live on the east coast of Florida?
Peggy Farren and Joe Fitzpatrick will be speaking at the Photography Club of Flagler County (PCOFC) on March 16, 2016 at 7 pm. Our topics will be “On Camera Flash” and “Resizing Digital Images”.
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Cuba Photography Tour October 25, 2015
This trip is sold out. Stay tuned! We have two more Cuba trips coming up: February 7-14, 2016 and April 2016. Details will be here on the website soon. Or email us and we'll put you on the mailing ...
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Atlanta area - Here I come!! June 22 Basic Flash - On and Off Camera
Basic Flash Photography – Both On and Off Camera featuring Peggy Farren Sponsored by Peachtree Camera Repair, Women in Focus, Showcase Photo & Video and Sigma Monday, June 22, 2015 7:00-9:00 p.m. Peachtree Camera Repair 562 Wylie Road, S ...
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Sensor Cleaning and Photographer's Flea Market Naples May 30
8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. $40 early registration through May 15 $50 regular price May 16-30 Reserve your spot to get your camera's sensor cleaned right here in Naples! We normally have to bring our ...
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Women's Photography Weekend Naples, Florida
Join professional photographer Peggy Farren for a women’s photography weekend. This weekend is designed for beginner to intermediate photographers. Enjoy while learning photography and go home with fabulous images! Women’s Photography Weekend Friday 6:30 pm. to Sunday ...
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How to Get a Solid Photography Education in Just 4 Weeks Free Instant Access Webinar
Click on the link at the end of this post for free and instant access to this 60 minute webinar. You'll learn WHAT you need to know to become a proficient photographer. So many people flounder around - taking class ...
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New Cuba Trip Added May 17-22 2015
Our first trip sold out so we added another one! March 4 UPDATE: We have one opening for a lady who would like to share a room for the May 17 trip. Otherwise, both trips are full. Please email me ...
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Old Naples Photo Tours Monday afternoons til sunset
Understand Photography Training Center is now offering Old Naples Photo Tours on Monday afternoons! Learn a little bit about Naples and its history while learning about photography and getting great pictures. We'll walk through Old Naples 3rd Street area ...
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Photography and Cultural trip to Cuba
CUBA!! Photography and Cultural trip to Cuba. May 10-15, 2015 Cuba's culture is rich with contributions from its indigenous, African and European roots. But above all, the people of Cuba are the island's greatest asset. They are friendly ...
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How to Teach to Make Your Subject Easy to Learn
When my friend first suggested that I start offering training at my studio, my immediate response was "No way! I'm not technical enough to teach". I have always struggled with the technical side of photography. None of it came ...
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F-R-E-E! How to Get a Solid Photography Education in Just 4 Weeks! Sept 2
Back by popular demand "How to Get a Solid Photography Education in Just 4 Weeks" webinar. Join us THIS Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. EDT. Register HERE. In this webinar, Peggy Farren, founder of Understand Photography ...
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Photography Day Tours from Naples! $199 early registration
Join our small group for a full and fun day of exploring Florida! Each trip will leave from our studio in Naples (times vary so check carefully!). We'll have a full day of photography, including instruction and individual help ...
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4 Day Everglades Photo Adventure January and March 2015
4 Day Everglades Photo Adventure (January/March 2015) 4 Day Everglades Photo Adventure January 15, 16, 17, 18, 2015 or March 19, 20, 21, 22, 2015 Have fun, travel, and improve your photography! The Everglades, called Pa-hay-okee, the grassy water ...
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Understand Photography will be featured on Monday, July 7 on WinkTV this Morning!
Local Southwest Florida Photographers - Turn on Wink TV on Monday morning at 5 a.m. "Where's Wink Now" host John Trierweiler will join me, Peggy Farren at Understand Photography. We'll teach you some photography tips and have fun ...
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Check Peggy Farren out on eHow.com!
Yes, that's me! I auditioned for and won the the spot of "Photography Expert" and "Photoshop Expert" for the wildly popular website eHow.com. Ehow sends a videographer out to record short "how to" videos on topics they choose ...
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How to Get a Solid Photography Education in Just 4 Weeks April 4
UPDATE: Watch the replay here: https://understandphotography.leadpages.net/webinar-replay-opt-in-april-4/ Back by popular demand "How to Get a Solid Photography Education in Just 4 Weeks" free webinar. Join us THIS Friday, April 4 at 6:15 p.m. EDT ...
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4 Day St. Augustine Photo Adventure
4 Day St. Augustine Photo Adventure Bastions, Birds & Buildings 4/24/2014 - 4/27/2014 Have fun, travel, and improve your photography! In the dark of night you move into position. A shadowed mass starts to take form in front ...
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Everglades Three Day Photo Adventure!
3 Day Everglades Photo Adventures January 24, 25, 26, 2014 SOLD OUT! March 21, 22, 23 2014 Have fun, travel, and improve your photography! The Everglades, called Pa-hay-okee, the grassy water, by the Seminoles, is the largest subtropical wilderness in ...
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How to Get a Solid Photography Education in just Four Weeks. Free Webinar
Hi from Peggy! Have you been struggling to learn photography in bits and pieces and need a clear plan? Are you the type of person who needs to be SHOWN how to do something and not just read a book ...
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Please Vote for Us daily for a chance to Win a bit in a SUPERBOWL commercial!
Intuit is holding a contest called Small Business Big Game, where they will be giving a small business company the opportunity to win a part in a commercial during the 2013 Superbowl! This would be an amazing gift for Understand ...
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Wednesdays in May: Four Weeks to Proficiency with your DSLR.
"Four Weeks to Proficiency". These are our four basic classes, given weekly. We will cover all the important basics of photography in four short weeks. Of course, this is not all there is to learn, but your photography will improve ...
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St Croix, US Virgin Islands, Sept 29- Oct 6, 2013
St Croix September 29 - October 6, 2013 Only $2395.00 for the entire week. Includes pick up from the airport, hotel, admission to most activities and some meals. Please call Peggy Farren to register or email for more info: Naplesportraits ...
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3 Day Mt Dora Ladies Photography Retreat Feb 4-6/2015
Wednesday 2/4/2015 – Friday 2/6/2013 Mount Dora Baptist Church Have fun, travel and improve your photography! $845 This trip is limited to five ladies single occupancy (we are not sharing rooms) Call Peggy at (239) 263-7001 or ...
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4 Day St Augustine Photo Adventure May 2-5, 2013
4 Day St. Augustine Photo Adventure Bastions, Birds & Buildings Thursday 5/2/2013 – Sunday 5/5/2013 Have fun, travel, and improve your photography! In the dark of night you move into position. A shadowed mass starts to take form ...
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2 Day Miami Photo Adventure April 13 & 14 , 2013
2 Day Miami Photo Adventure Saturday 4/13/2013 – Sunday 4/14/2013 Have fun, travel and improve your photography! Pack your camera and an overnight bag and join us in Miami for a unique photo adventure. Surround yourself with ...
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3 Day Everglades Photo Adventure
3 Day Everglades Photo Adventure Friday 2/22/2013 – Sunday 2/24/2013 Have fun, travel, and improve your photography! The Everglades, called Pa-hay-okee, the grassy water, by the Seminoles, is the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S.. At ...
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November Newsletter
If you haven't subscribed to our monthly newsletter, please do! You can receive photography tips right to your email! We only send one newsletter out each month. It includes the latest information on our travel photography excursions, upcoming photography ...
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Register for events at our MEETUP site
Please check the calendar and register for classes and events at our meetup site! Our schedule is up through December 2012 and we’ll continue to add events! We hope to see you for fun, learning and practice!! ~Peggy...
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Register for events at our Meetup site
Please check the calendar and register for classes and events at our meetup site: www.meetup.com/understandphotography Our summer schedule is up and we'll continue to add events! We hope to see you for fun, learning and practice ...
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This free report will help you choose the right cameras, lenses and accessories for your travels. You'll need different equipment depending on where you are going, your finances, and the weight of the gear. We'll show you how to determine the best equipment for your needs. Also included is a comprehensive list on what you'll need, some things you may not have heard before but you'll be so glad we let you know!
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