These workshops are designed to teach people how to “see the world in photographs.”  Todd and Brad Reed cover many technical aspects of photography (include shutter speed, F-stops and aperture, ISO, depth of field, etc.) and teach people how to make better choices with their own cameras. Todd and Brad also spend a lot of time teaching people how to break down a photograph into all of its technical and artistic elements.

The workshops will also focus on the art/vision side of photography and to provide you with more choices/building blocks to create great art. Todd and Brad will teach you the 20 artistic elements they use when they are in the field “making” their photographs. The weekend workshops are great for a total beginner with a “point and shoot” camera or a seasoned professional who is looking for a different perspective. All ages and abilities are welcomed. We will share all of our secrets on every aspect of our photography business and our secrets on how we shoot. Any film or digital camera is accepted. Just bring your camera manual.

The weekend workshop, including food and refreshments is $350. Lodging is not included. You may stay at the Cartier Mansion at their nightly rates, or you may stay elsewhere.

You register and make all reservations with the Cartier Mansion. Please call the Cartier Mansion at 231-843-0101 to reserve your spot today. Each workshop is limited to the first 12 people to sign up. Each workshop must have a 6 person minimum. The Cartier Mansion is located at 409 E. Ludington Ave. in Ludington, MI 49431. Check them out at www.cartiermansion.com

QUESTIONS? Contact Todd & Brad Reed.

Event	Picture Perfect Weekend
When	Friday, April 23, 2010 8:00pm - 21+
Where	Cartier Mansion (map) 409 East Ludington Avenue Ludington, MI, USA 49431

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Todd and Brad Reed are taking their popular summer workshop “20/20 Vision” on the road to the Charlevoix Camera Club.

The primary purpose of the “20/20 Vision Workshops” is to focus on the art/vision side of photography and to provide photographers with more choices/building blocks to create great art. Todd and Brad will teach the 20 artistic elements they use when they are in the field “making” their photographs. Basic sound photographic techniques, such as proper use of tripods, will also be demonstrated.

The workshop with include both classroom instruction and outdoor in the field instruction.

Healing Images - A Selection from the Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion

Come celebrate the release of the book, Healing Images – A Selection from the Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion, at the Specialty Shop at the Pavilion (on the 3rd floor of the Pavilion).

The images featured in the book represent a portion carefully selected to be included in the permanent artwork collection of the Spectrum Health Lemmen-Holton Cancer Pavilion in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The use of artwork and photography throughout the building helps to create an environment that is therapeutic, supportive and restorative for patients and their families, as well as their caregivers.

Photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki will be signing copies available for purchase from 11 am to 2 pm. Discounts on photo prints by Niedzwiecki will be offered as well.

MichiganMoments is proud to announce four of our photographers are currently participating in the world’s largest contemporary art competition! MichiganMoments creator Stacy Niedzwiecki and members John Dykstra, Brad Reed and Todd Reed are all part of the this exciting, unprecedented event.

Please support some of Michigan’s finest photographers – who have worked extremely hard over the past month, preparing their exhibits for you to enjoy. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to vote one of them into the top 10 artists?

Our Photographers and Their Venues

• John Dykstra – Design Plus Offices
• Stacy Niedzwiecki – SanChez Bistro
• Brad Reed – DeJonge Gallery & Studio
• Todd Reed – DeJonge Gallery & Studio

ArtPrize basics

• Competition runs Wednesday through Oct. 10 in downtown Grand Rapids
• Art is showcased at about 160 venues spread through 3 square miles encompassing five walkable districts
• Venues include buildings, plazas, parks, bridges and waterways
• Venue hours: 5-8 pm Mon.-Thu., noon-10 pm Fri.-Sat., noon-6 pm Sun.
• The Top 10 artists will be announced Oct. 1
• The second round of voting ends Oct. 7 just before midnight
• Winners will be announced Oct. 8
• Details at artprize.org

First Saturday after Labor Day – Saturday, September 12, 2009

Garden Club Park – Downtown Rockford

You gotta have art! The annual Rockford Art in the Park exhibition takes place the Saturday after Labor Day in the Garden Club Park between the Rogue River Dam and the White Pines Trail in downtown Rockford. With the Rogue River as a backdrop, Garden Club Park is an idyllic spot for a fine arts celebration.

Artists from across the state of Michigan compete in this juried art exhibition, featuring works in pottery, stoneware, sculpture, jewelry. glass works, painting, fiber arts and more. Artists are on hand to showcase their works, which are available for purchase by arts patrons at the event.

A “Best of Show” award as well as five “Best of Category” awards (in Jewelry, Pottery/Stoneware/Sculpture, Glassworks, Painting, Fiber Arts) are presented.

Last year, Michigan Moments photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki was honored to have been chosen the 2008 “Best of Show” recipient, and in 2007 – she received a “Best of Category” award. She looks forward to seeing you strolling about in her home town of Rockford! Be sure to stop and say hello…

“Picture Perfect Weekend Workshops” by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
Located at the Cartier Mansion in Ludington, Michigan

For details – visit  www.toddandbradreed.com/workshops

MichiganMoments photographer Stacy Niedzwiecki has been chosen to display her work in ArtPrize – the world’s largest art competition. Her work will be enjoyed at San Chez Bistro and Cafe, a popular tapas restaurant in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids.

ArtPrize is a radically open competition. Open to any artist in the world who can find space. Open to anybody in the city of Grand Rapids who wants to create a venue. Open to a vote from anyone who attends.

Come support one of your favorite photographers! Voting will take place from September 23 – October 1, 2009.

• ArtPrize details
• Artist details
• Venue details
• Voting details

“Picture Perfect Weekend Workshops” by Todd & Brad Reed Photography
Located at the Cartier Mansion in Ludington, Michigan

For details – visit  www.toddandbradreed.com/workshops