Robert Trawick
FUSION FLASH PORTRAITS
Flash photography is hard. You can’t see it in real time so many shy away from even trying to use it. Flash photography can be a fickle skill to learn and a real challenge to use effectively in the field. Add the fact that flash photography has a secret control and most shooters get anxious as the light outside dims knowing that flash will be the only recourse to capture the moment.
Fear no more! This fast-paced, information-packed class will get you the understanding you need to create dynamic portraits in any situation and get you reaching for flash power at every turn. The easy-to-digest techniques are simple to apply and adjust for personal styling to any subject to elevate your shots from a snapshot to a creative art portrait. We will even talk about the first - and best - light modifier to start your flash toolbox.
Don’t worry about the “secret side of flash”, we will decode that formula along with other tricks like TTL control of light. Bring your camera bag, favorite notetaking kit, and best dance moves because the King of PhotoCon is back!
About Robert Trawick
Robert has a long list of accomplishments but still has to pay full price at local coffee shops. Being called “the most interesting photographer in Oklahoma”, he loves sharing the knowledge, along with a few tricks honed over a 30+ year professional career.
A self-professed ‘time-traveler’, Robert has been active in the industry since 1980 receiving most of his formal training during a twenty year career as an USAF photojournalist. A recent convert to mirrorless camera system - Fujifilm X & GFX Series - along with vintage manual focus lenses, he encourages others to embrace new technologies to achieve their photographic goals. Just spend a few minutes with Robert to gain insight into the passion that drives him to share the joy of crafting fabulous images.
Robert is the co-host for FotoFacts Podcast, a casual iTunes audio show highlighting photo education and industry influencers. Follow his antics on most social media platforms as “trawickimages”.
