Pacific Grove Adult School classes began this week and registration is not over. My classes start October 1st as follows:
Advanced Photography: Monday, Oct 1, 1-4PM Fee $150
Basic Photography Skills, Oct 2nd, 1-4PM, Fee $150
Lightroom Classic CC, Oct 4, 5:30-8:30, Fee $150
You can still register for one of these classes until October 5th. Thank you and hope to see you in class. Barbara
PRACTICE VOTING BY REGISTERING FOR A CLASS AT PG ADULT SCHOOL:
1. WE HAVE MULTIPLE CANDIDATES IN EACH CATEGORY,
2. DESCRIPTIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR EACH COURSE. PRACTICE FOR READNG ELECTION ISSUES ON THE BALLOT.
3. LEARN TO EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT TO VOTE BY PRACTICING CHOICE.
4. EDUCATION LEADS TO A HEALTHY AND INFORMED CITIZEN.
SEE YOU IN CLASS. BARBARA
REGISTRATION FOR FALL CLASS OPENS MONDAY, SEPT 10, 2018. WE ARE OFFERING THE FOLLOWING CLASSES:
BASIC PHOTOGRAPHY SKILLS, TUESDAY 1-4 PM, Improve your camera skills and get off of Auto. Learn Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Depth of Field, Focal Length, Auto Focus, Color Temperature, Composition, and more. Weekly assignments, critique, fieldtrip, prints. 10 WEEKS,FEE $150, CLASS STARTS OCT 2ND.
ADVANCED PHOTOGRAPHY, MONDAY, 1-4 PM,in Basic/Intermediate Photography. Introduction to Auto Focus, Historgram, RAW, Bracketing, HDR and Pano Concepts, as well as Compostion, weekly critiques, Fieldrip. 9 WEEKS, FEE $150 CLASS STARTS OCT 1ST.
LIGGHTROOM CLASSIC CC 7.3. Learn to Import, Edit and Develop your images in Lightroom. This is a basic course, some Mac Skills recommended. Textbook: Lightroom Classic CC by Scott Kelby. 10 WEEKS, FEE $150, CLASS BEGINS OCT 4TH.
REGISTER AT https://www.pgadulted.com or call a human at 646-6580.
I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN CLASS. PLEASE EMAIL ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS AT barbara.moon@batistamoon.com. Thank you.
New Features in Lightroom Classic CC
Book Module Updates & Improved Blurb Support
The August release includes a number of important improvements to the Book Module, including supporting new Blurb book styles, including Layflat, Magazines, and Trade Books. Layflat books make unique layouts possible thanks to its seamless spreads. Magazines provide a high-end look with semi-gloss cover and velvet finish paper. Trade Books are affordable books ideal for distribution.
We’ve also added in additional features to refine the layout with custom-sized cells within a page. Add multiple cells, move specific cells to the front or back, and drag the cell exactly where you want with the help of new grids and guidelines. You can even save the custom layout to use it in another album in the future.
Import Presets and Profiles
This release also adds in the ability to import a zip archive full of presets and profiles. Select Import from either the preset panel or profile browser and select the zip file and the application will place the presets and profiles each in the right place, saving you time.
For a full list of features and bug fixes found in the August release of Lightroom Classic CC desktop, read the New Features Summary. https://helpx.adobe.com/lightroom/help/whats-new.html#lr-classic-cc-7-5
Adobe won't support older operating systems with its next major Creative Cloud update.
If you're not one to update your computer gear often, you might want to reconsider. Adobe has issued a notice future releases of Creative Cloud programs will no longer support older versions of MacOS and Windows operating systems.
'As we prepare for our next major release of Creative Cloud, we wanted to share some information on updated operating system requirements,' says Adobe. 'To take advantage of the latest operating system features and technologies, the next major release of Creative Cloud will not support Windows 8.1, Windows 10 v1511 and v1607, and Mac OS 10.11 (El Capitan).'
Adobe notes all past and current versions of Creative Cloud applications will continue to work on the aforementioned operating systems. Creative Cloud Desktop — the management application for all Creative Cloud apps — will continue to be supported on Windows 7 or later and MacOS 10.9 (Mavericks) and later.
According to Adobe, 'focusing [its] efforts on more modern versions of Windows and Mac operating systems allows [it] to concentrate on developing the features and functionality most requested by members, while ensuring peak performance that takes advantage of modern hardware.'
Thank you to all who sent in comments and idea for future classes. Feedback is so valuable.
Watch for the Fall Classes at Pacific Grove Adult School brochure Sept 10th. My classes start the week of October 1 2018. Looking forward to seeing you in the Fall. Barbara
Pacific Grove Adult School is where I teach photography skills, Lightroom and related topics. Fall classes start Sept 24, 2018 and run through Dec 22, 2018. This is an informal survey to see what people think about.
I have had classes in basic, intermediate and advanced photography skills, iPhoneography, Portfolio Development and Lightroom as well as local field trips.
These classes are designed for a 10 week cycle during which we meet for 3 hours per week and we learn the skills relating to the subject. It has become increasingly apparent to me that busy schedules keep people from enrolling. One concern I am aware of is missing class sessions for various reasons. Missed opportunity? How do they makeup the class missed? Can they catch up?
I have observed a class structure I want to propose. Intensive learning. The class meets for longer periods of time. One example is Lightroom. The intensive learning period would be for 1 seven or eight hour day that meets once a month for 3 months OR 3 consecutive weeks.
Problem: Missing classes. Solution: Lightroom Lab once a month with instructor for review and catchup of missed material. Additional fee would apply.
Idea: Remote teaching. Instructor offers student remote teaching with TeamViewer where the lesson is taught through the app while the instructor watches the student perform the missed lessons. Additional fees apply.
Idea: Webinar. Instructor provides online video of the missed class.
My other question is more about content. What classes do you want to take in the photographic area and be specific if you can.
Looking forward to comments, suggestions, ideas. Thank you in advance.
We have one chair open in a new private Lightroom class. The class starts on July 12 2018 from 6-9 PM at our studio. The class is limited to 4 and the fee is $250 for 8 sessions. Dates the class will meet is July 12, 19, 26, Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. We cover the Import and Develop Module basics. Please contact me by email or call 831-905-0461 if you have questions. A laptop is required, PC or Mac. Thank you.
Our annual Members Juried Exhibition is here! Nearly 1,100 entries were submitted from around the world, so our esteemed juror, master printer and popular workshop mentor Charles Cramer, definitely had his work cut out for him. He has selected forty-five photographs for display in the gallery exhibition and forty-five more for our online exhibition.
Please join us for what is sure to be an exciting opening reception on Saturday, July 7 from 5:00 – 7:00pm. Mr. Cramer will announce the first, second and third place awards, plus five awards of merit, for a total of $2000 in prizes! The exhibition catalog will be available for purchase at the reception.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR 3 MORE STUDENTS TO ENROLL IN THE SUMMER PROGRAM AT PACIFIC GROVE ADULT SCHOOL. LIGHTROOM CLASSIC CC CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONE TO THE START DATE OF JUNE 28TH. PLEASE REGISTER ONINE AT WWW.PGADULTED.COM OR CALL A HUMAN AT 831-646-6580.
Lightroom Classic CC starts on June 21st and meets on the following dates, June 28, July 5, 12, 26, Aug 2, 16, 23, 30, Sept 6, 13. The fee is $150 for 11 weeks and 33 hours of class instruciton. This course covers the Import & Development Modules with new tools and upgrades that Adobe has added. The recommended textbook is Lightroom Classic CC by Scott Kelby released on May 21st. The textbook is not necessary but helpful. We hand out copies of the powerpoint each class for your review. See you in class.
The Basic Photography Course stats on June 18 2018 at Pacific Grove Adult School and registration opened on June 4th. Fee $150 for the course on Monday from 1-4 PM. Register online at https://www.pgadulted.com or call a human at 646-6580. Thank you.
Pacific Grove Adult School Registration opens for Summer Classes June 4, 2018 at www.pgadulted.com. You can also call a human at 831-646-6580.
We are teaching Basic Photography and Lightroom Classic CC.
Lightroom Classic CC starts on June 21st and meets on the following dates, June 28, July 5, 12, 26, Aug 2, 16, 23, 30, Sept 6, 13. The fee is $150 for 11 weeks and 33 hours of class instruciton. This course covers the Import & Development Modules with new tools and upgrades that Adobe has added. The recommended textbook is Lightroom Classic CC by Scott Kelby released on May 21st. The textbook is not necessary but helpful. We hand out copies of the powerpoint each class for your review. See you in class.
Basic Photography Principles is a course designed for the person who is interested in learning camera basics or the photographer who wants to get off of auto and learn or relearn aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, color temperature, auto focus, composition and more. We have weekly assignments and critique to reenforce and practice each concept. We go on a field trip towards the end of the course for some fun photographing in the field. Fee is $150. The course states on July 18th and continues on July 25 Aug 2, 9, 23, 30, Aug 13, 20, 27, Sep 10. This is a 10 week course with 27 hours of class instruction and 3 hours of field work.
https://nikcollection.dxo.com
Please read the instructions about operating systems compatibility, uninstalling the Google version and how to save your presets. You could end up with a mess if you don't. There is a 30 day trial version, $49 into price and $69 when this offer end. I will add more comments as I have time to review it. Enjoy!!
Pacific Grove Adult School Registration opens for Summer Classes June 4, 2018 at www.pgadulted.com. You can also call a human at 831-646-6580.
We are teaching Basic Photography and Lightroom Classic CC.
Lightroom Classic CC starts on June 21st and meets on the following dates, June 28, July 5, 12, 26, Aug 2, 16, 23, 30, Sept 6, 13. The fee is $150 for 11 weeks and 33 hours of class instruciton. This course covers the Import & Development Modules with new tools and upgrades that Adobe has added. The recommended textbook is Lightroom Classic CC by Scott Kelby released on May 21st. The textbook is not necessary but helpful. We hand out copies of the powerpoint each class for your review. See you in class.
Basic Photography Principles is a course designed for the person who is interested in learning camera basics or the photographer who wants to get off of auto and learn or relearn aperture, shutter speed, depth of field, color temperature, auto focus, composition and more. We have weekly assignments and critique to reenforce and practice each concept. We go on a field trip towards the end of the course for some fun photographing in the field. Fee is $150. The course states on July 18th and continues on July 25 Aug 2, 9, 23, 30, Aug 13, 20, 27, Sep 10. This is a 10 week course with 27 hours of class instruction and 3 hours of field work.
Lightroom Classic CC is the newest upgrade from Adobe. I will be teaching Lightroom Classic CC at Pacific Grove Adult School this summer. There are a lot of changes to the desktop version of Lightroom. If you have taken the class before and need a refresher and learn the new tools and updates, we hope to see you there this summer.I will be including these in the class. The first class meets June 21st at 5:30 and ends at 8:30 PM. Class dates would be June 21, 28, July 5, 12, 28, Aug 2, 16, 23, 30, Sep 6 and 13.
I use Scott Kelby's book for textbook(release date in May 2018) and reference but provide you with a weekly powerpoint handout that consolidates the information. We cover the Import and Develop Module at the pace the class sets. Fee is $150 for 10 Weeks and 30 hours of instruction.
Registration will open on or about June 4th at www.pgadulted.com. I am keeping a waiting list for those of you who want to email me and let me know if you are interested and want to register. You can use the link on our contact page or email me at barbara.moon@batistamoon.com.
Thank you to all of you who have supported the classes at Pacific Grove Adult School over the last 10 years. I have learned as much as I hope you have. Barbara
News
Nik Collection Creator DxO Files Bankruptcy
By Joseph Tepper, May 1, 2018 @ 11:16 PM (EST)
Rumblings have been going around for a while concerning the financial stability of DxO Labs, the company behind popular photo editing software products “Nik Collection” and “DxO Photo Labs.” But in an official statement, the company confirms that it has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection—but insists the restructuring will not impact customers.
Actually, the company used the opportunity to tease upcoming products. Those include an upgraded version of the main DxO Photolab. In the process, DxO flaunted the program’s perpetual license as opposed to the subscription model offered by Adobe.
“[This is] an opportunity for us to reiterate our commitment to the 'perpetual license' model (as opposed to a subscription model) that allows our customers to update their products according to their needs, rather than in a constrained manner,” the statement reads.
As well, DxO promises to release updated versions for the popular Nik Collection of software. The goal is to make the programs work more smoothly and streamline the plug-ins with an iOS or PC system. Read more about the developments, here.
On March 7, 2018, DxO Labs chose to file for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection and is now in the process of restructuring the business.
We are very confident that this procedure, which should not last for more than a few more weeks, will not affect our customers in any way. In fact, we are pleased to announce the following upcoming product releases:
In June, we will release a free update (version 1.2) of our flagship software, DxO PhotoLab. Recently awarded the TIPA 2018 Award for Best Image Processing Software, this latest version of DxO PhotoLab will include improved local correction features, and will add support for 7 cameras, including the Canon EOS 2000D and the Sony A7 III. This release will also be an opportunity for us to reiterate our commitment to the “perpetual license” model (as opposed to a subscription model) that allows our customers to update their products according to their needs, rather than in a constrained manner.
In June, we will release the new version of the Nik Software Collection, which DxO acquired from Google at the end of 2017. Much awaited by the Nik software community, this first “by DxO” version focuses on fixing bugs that up until now could disrupt the user experience, as well as on ensuring full compatibility with the latest Mac OS and PC platforms.
Thank you for your understanding and confidence,
The DxO Team
We are starting a Basic Photography class at Batista Moon Studio on Monday, April 9th from 1-4 PM. Fee is $250, limited to 4 participants. We currently have 2 spots open. The first class is on a Monday due to scheduling conflicts and Tuesday afternoon for the rest of the class meetings on April 17, 24, May 1, May 8, 15 and 22 plus a field trip TBD. Please respond to this post or email me at barbara.moon@batistamoon.com for questions or registration.
I am going to teach a private Lightroom class at our studio on Thursday nights from 6-9 PM for 8 weeks. The fee is $250 and the class will start either April 5th or 12th. I have 2 openings left. You must have a laptop, either Mac or PC. Please let me know as soon as possible what your interest is and if you have questions. This will cover the Import and Develop module.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN-REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.PGADULTED.COM
Pacific Grove Adult School Spring session starts March 19 and ends on June 2, 2018. Registration will open by March 5th. You can register online at https://www.pgadulted.com or call a human at 831-646-6580. We strive to create a safe, nurturing environment where you are free to learn and express yourself. Join us in the Spring and stretch your horizons a little bit.
I will be offer ing the following classes for the Spring Session:
Daffodil Hill, © 2011 Barbara Moon Batista
1. Basic/Intermediate Photography, Tuesday, 1-4 PM March 20, with the following dates for class meetings. March 27, April 3, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (10 weeks). The fee is $150
2. Advanced Photography, Monday 1-4 PM March 19, with the following dates for class meetings. March 26, April 2, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 (9 weeks). The fee is $150
3. Adobe Lightroom, Thursday 5:30-8:30 PM March 22 with the following dates for class meetings. March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (10 weeks)
This is the textbook used for the Lightroom Class. It is available on Amazon in paperback or kindle.
I am reaching out to my former Lightroom students with an idea. If I can find 6 or more students interested in learning the Lightroom Book & Slideshow module by next Thursday, March 22nd, I can hold a class at the Pacific Grove Adult School on Thursday nights from 5:30-8:30 from March 22 to May 31st. We have a break on March 29th and April 9th.
I just finished a project for a field trip with one of my classes and it came out quite nicely. (see image above for the cover shot) Please contact me if you are interested by emailing me at barbara.moon@batistamoon.com with contact info. The class fee is $150 for the 10 week course. I can take the list of interested persons to my principal and make arrangement to have the class. Thank you. Barbara Moon Batista
