“It’s an illusion that photos are made with the camera....they are made with the eye, heart and head.”
My photography workshops allow passionate photographers to explore their own personal means of expression while I assist and guide them with the essential technical and creative aspects found behind every evocative photograph. You will learn how to get the strongest image in-camera, improve your composition skills and exposure techniques, and create more dynamic photographs more often.
But information is nothing without inspiration.
The enjoyment and adventure of every workshop is getting out into the world and seeing it with a fresh eye and then learning to communicate photographically that wonder in an expressive way. The world is alive with beauty, and it’s an incredible opportunity to become aware of ways to show its worth. I love when I can share this with others while assisting them in developing the skills and senses required to capture that beauty in a photograph.
“THE FOUNDATION” WORKSHOPS
Based on the beautiful and scenic island of Maui, Hawaii, my home base of over 25 years, participants of all levels will work directly with me to gain new skills, ideas, and inspiration for creating more powerful photographs.
These private custom photo workshops are perfect for all levels of passionate photographers looking to build or strengthen their Foundation for Dynamic Photography.
You will better understand the technical and creative aspects of making more personal, expressive, and dynamic photographs. You will walk away with an understanding of optimal and creative exposure, discover valuable guiding principles for expressive compositions, learn how to use filters, make long exposures of several minutes, and much more.
Each photography workshop is custom tailored to your individual level and needs, based on the information you provide through a questionnaire that is sent to you upon booking.
WORKSHOPS INCLUDE:
• Transportation to-and-from your Kihei/Wailea or Lahaina-side location.
• Personalized instruction specific to your current level and needs.
• Access to use the best filter systems and tripods on the market, in addition to other accessories.
• Cold drinks and snacks, and a scrumptious plant-based meal for 10 hour workshops.
AND MORE AFTER THE WORKSHOP:
Gain access to the private PHOTOGRAPHER’S CIRCLE which includes:
• An in-depth review of The Foundation to Dynamic Photography.
• Downloadable digital flash cards.
• Gear purchasing guidance for tripods, filters, cameras, lenses, lights and more.
• PDF downloads and direction on the Basics of Editing & Archiving, and the Basics of Developing.
• Top books, websites, and blogs you should own and follow.
• A growing list of articles specifically written for photographers to guide them on their photographic journey.
TOPICS AND DISCUSSIONS WILL INCLUDE:
• Top Guiding Principles for Composition
• Making Optimal Exposure and Creative Exposure
• Depth of field and optimal focusing
• Reading histograms
• White balance
• Raw vs. JPEG
• Seeing Light
• Filter use
• Black and white imagery versus color
• The digital darkroom & Photoshop techniques
• Printing and finishing
• Presenting and selling work
• Camera gear
• The Zen of photography
• Photography vs. Art
• Developing an individual style
• Making it personal & expressive, and why
• And more...
WHY CHOOSE MY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS?
First, I work directly with you. Whatever your current photographic level, my objective is to assist you in walking away with further technical knowledge, photographic inspiration, and a deeper understanding of creative perspective and process.
Next, I believe an instructor must be able to showcase a substantial collection of spirited work and success in the photographic marketplace before they attempt to pass on knowledge and guidance. This is where information and inspiration are drawn from! I was many years down the photographic path before I began working with earlier-on-the-path photographers. In my 20+ years as a photographer, I have:
•Been earning my living solely as a professional fine art landscape photographer for 17+ years and continue to gain new collectors from around the globe.
•Guided over 300 passionate photographers along their photographic journey through private workshops.
•Exhibited and sold work in galleries and exhibitions in the US and internationally.
•Been awarded over 65 international photography awards.
•Have artwork in a museum collection seen by over a million people annually.
•Been published in numerous publications, including Medium Format Magazine, Outdoor Photographer, American Photo, Light and Landscape Magazine, Black and White Magazine, Wailea Magazine, and others.
•Established long-term working relationships with the country's top printers and fine art finishers.
•Have worked as a fine art photography consultant, gallery director, and self-represented artist and have sold over 4 million dollars worth of fine art landscape photography by David Fokos, Peter Lik, Charles Cramer, and others, in addition to my work.
If you are looking for a professional photographer dedicated to assisting you along your path towards creating more powerful and expressive images of your own, reach out, and let's work together.
ABOUT SCOTT REITHER
Scott Reither has earned a critical reputation for his long-exposure landscape scenes, earning him over 65 international photography awards. Scott is also a leading educator in the fine art photography field, having conducted over 300 workshops. The Foundation Workshops draw upon his extensive technical knowledge, editing and developing experience, and insightful awareness about what it takes to achieve exceptional images and define a meaningful creative identity as a photographer.
TESTIMONIAL EXCERPTS
“You connected me to the deeper elements of immersive photography, and what it means to be passionate about the entire process, not just what happens in-camera. I’d been looking how to vault up to the next step in my photographic journey, and this workshop was a big step towards that personal goal.”
“My workshop with Scott really opened up the world of fine art photography for me. I learned so much and continue to build upon what he taught me.”
“I highly recommend Scott no matter where you are on your photographic path. I imagine everyone could benefit from his knowledge and especially his approach.”
“Working with Scott completely surpassed our expectations. He not only offers you his extensive knowledge of photography, but he also makes you examine more critically how you take photographs. He is generous in teaching his unique style and helps you master techniques rather than just capture images.”
“He has helped me to take my photography to a new level by showing me how to peel back the layers to see what makes a successful image. It’s not only about the basics . . . aperture, shutter speed, etc., but it’s also about imparting passions and feelings to photography. How to translate all of the things that inspire us to pick up a camera and turn them into great images.”
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• Transportation*
• Personalized instruction
•Use of the best filter systems and tripod
• Cold drinks and snacks
•Access to the Photographer’s Circle$550
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• Transportation*
• Personalized instruction
•Use of the best filter systems and tripod
• Cold drinks and snacks
•Healthy plant-based meal
•Access to the Photographer’s Circle$950
It’s no wonder this is my most popular workshop!
*Transportation to and from Lahaina-side and Kihei-side locations.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
CONTACT ME TO BOOK YOUR WORKSHOP
Once I receive your submission, I will respond with my availability,
a questionnaire, and information for finalizing your booking.
