Workshops
New class
I have added a new class to the mix!
It was so much fun to team up with Becky Selengut for the Good Fish class, we have decided to do a cooking/shooting/styling class together. This class is perfect for someone who has already taken the Natural Light Food Photography workshop with me or who already has a good understanding of their camera, basic exposure and composition. Becky and I will talk about food and prop styling and students will have ample time to practice their photography and styling skills. For dates and more information, go to my website and click on the “workshops” tab, (you’ll need to scroll down to see all the classes.)
It’s a Good Fish workshop!
Remember me mentioning Good Fish? The awesome cookbook by Becky Selengut that I had the privilege of shooting? Well, it’s been released and if you don’t already have a copy then you should go get one. Now. Do it. You won’t regret it.
As I have said time and time again, Becky’s food is freakin’ fantastic. Plus, you can feel really good about yourself when you eat it since the book is about how to make responsible choices when purchasing West Coast seafood.
In honor of the book release, Becky and I have decided to team up on a workshop where she will demo a few of the recipes from her book and I will teach natural light food photography. The two of us will also cover styling– Becky will demo food styling and I will discuss prop styling. On top of all that, the class will include a signed copy of Good Fish!
Becky and I both have wacky schedules for the next couple months, so the earliest date we could agree on is July 24th. Spots will fill quickly so early registration is recommended.
When: July 24, 2011, 10am (workshop will last 5-6 hours, depending on class size)
Where: Spare Room
Cost: $275 (includes a signed copy of Good Fish)
To Register: Email me at clare at clarebarboza dot com
students in action (and next workshop date!)
First off, my next Natural Light Food Photography class is April 16th. Like the previous classes, it’s $250 and goes from 10am until 3pm. The food will be prepared by the lovely Becky Selengut, (aka @ChefReinvented on Twitter) and the class will cover composition, exposure, using natural light, prop styling, and more. Email me to register (clare at clarebarboza dot net)
A number of people have asked me about doing an intermediate or advanced food photography class, and I am totally open to that. Once I work out the details of that workshop, I will announce it here.
Below are some photos from the Natural Light Food Photography class this past Saturday. Everyone did such a great job and Becky’s food was delicious and beautiful, as always.
Crullers and Cameras
So one morning I woke up and thought, “Hey, how about a class where we make doughnuts and take pictures of them? What could be better than that?”
And, what do you know. Here it is!
Join me as I demystify making doughnuts with my family’s favorite: Crullers, those beautifully twisted fried treats.
The class will be held on Saturday, April 23rd from 12-4pm and then again on Monday, April 25th from 12-4pm (for those who can’t make a weekend class) at Spare Room. Class size is limited to 6 people, so don’t wait too long to sign up!
This class starts out with an interactive demonstration of how to make 2 different types of crullers… hearty cake doughnut crullers and the heavenly, airy and just a little bit eggy bites of bliss otherwise known as French crullers (or honey crullers for those Tim Horton’s fans out there). You’ll also learn my fool-proof, no measure technique for making glaze which is yummy on all sorts of things.
Then, between nibbles, we’ll pull out our cameras to learn and practice the basics of food styling and natural light photography. And try not to get our cameras too sticky.
The class also happens to include a copy of Doughnuts: Simple and Delicious Recipes to Make at Home and a few tools to help make crullers, so you can go home and tempt your friends and neighbors with your own homemade treats.
You can sign up here:
Don’t forget to bring your cameras and your sweet tooth!
recent workshop photos and upcoming dates
January’s food photography workshops were so much fun! I swear, I keep lucking out with my students. Everyone has been so incredibly fun and sweet, it makes my job a breeze.
I have had the great privilege of working with some awesome chefs this month. Becky Selengut, whose cookbook I shot, (and is due to be released in May!!) styled for two of my classes, and the hilarious and talented, Marc Schermerhorn, cooked for one class. Needless to say, the food they made was both beautiful and delicious.
Check out some pics at the end of the post.
Below are the next confirmed workshop dates. I will keep adding to this list, so be sure to visit the blog to check for updates! (Email me at clare at clarebarboza dot com to register.)
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS:
Natural Light Food Photography
Whether you are a food blogger or just a person who enjoys snapping pictures of their meals, this class will show you how to take beautifully appetizing food photographs. We’ll talk about depth of field, available light, reflectors, choosing props, photo composition, styling, and more.
Date- March 5, 2011 (additional dates may be added)
Time- 10am – approximately 3pm
Cost- $250 per person
Location- Spare Room, Seattle
Class size limited to 7
The Ultimate Farm to Table 3-day extravaganza!
In this 3-day workshop, students will learn how to tell a story through their images as they document a “day in the life” of a working farm, as well as participate in daily farm activities, harvest and prepare a meal, and learn about natural light food photography.
Read more about the class here.
Date- June 9-12, 2011
Cost- $895 per person (includes workshop fee, all meals, and accommodations on the farm)
Location- Quillisascut
Class size limited to 12
Natural Light Food Photography….in Denver, CO
Date- September 10, 2011 (additional dates may be added)
Time- 10am – approximately 3pm
Cost- $250 per person
Location- Denver, Colorado– specific location to be announced later
just call me the traveling workshop gal
This year, I am hitting the road.
Are you interested in me teaching a workshop in your city? Let’s make it happen!!
I love to travel and am open to going anywhere. However, there need to be a few things in place.
First, if you are interested in a food photography workshop, I need a space to teach. A restaurant with lots of windows works perfectly– there are plenty of dishes and “props” to use, a good amount of natural light, and (hopefully) a chef who will collaborate with me.
Second, I need to fill the class.
Since I am in Seattle, and because I do not have an unlimited advertising budget, I need your help in spreading the word. Of course, I will blog, tweet, and facebook my butt off about any class I am offering, but if you want me to come to your city, I would love it if you would also do some blogging or tweeting or facebooking on your end. 
I am just starting to lay down some very loose plans, but it looks like a Denver workshop is definitely going to happen, most likely in summer. I have been offered a space to teach in Oakland, so that’s definitely a possibility, probably around the same time frame. Also, I will be in Massachusetts and Vermont in April and am working to line up work while I am there.
As plans get firmed up, I will be blogging about my itinerary.
In the meantime, email and let me know if you have a specific idea. As far as I am concerned, 2011 is going to be all about new experiences and adventure!
The biggest and best Farm to Table workshop EVER
Folks, this is a big one.
Lately, there have been a number of people inquiring about my next Farm to Table workshop. I have big plans in 2011 and part of those plans involve taking this workshop to other cities. More on that later.
In Washington, however, I have just nailed down the details for a dream farm workshop and I am here to tell you all about it.
upcoming food photography workshop
On January 15th, I will be teaching a food photography workshop in our lovely studio.
Whether you are a food blogger or just a person who enjoys snapping pictures of their meals, this class will show you how to take beautifully appetizing food photographs.We’ll talk about depth of field, available light, reflectors, choosing props, photo composition, styling, and more.
DATE: Saturday, January 15th, 2011
TIME: 10am – approximately 3pm
COST: $250 per person, due at the time of registration
Class size limited to 7
The class is filling up quickly and is on a first come, first served basis. If you are interested in registering, please email me at clare at clarebarboza dot com.
UPDATE: The January 15th class is FULL. However, I have added two additional dates which still have space: January 26th and January 29th.
Email if interested!
Farm to Table photography workshop date set!
Well, it took a bit of planning, but I have FINALLY set the date for the very first Farm Photo Safari: Tuesday, September 7th, 2010.
I am so excited about this class!!
The workshop will take place on Vashon Island, where participants will tour two farms. We will start at Seabreeze Farm, where we’ll spend some time with the cows, chickens, pigs, ducks, and sheep, and then we’ll head off to photograph the Seabreeze butcher shop, located right next to La Boucherie.
After that, we’ll move on to Kurtwood Farms, and check out Kurt’s lovely property, animals, vegetable gardens and new cheese cave, (which is pretty darn cool.)
The last part of the day will focus on natural light food photography, using some of the ingredients produced by these two farms.
*Lunch and transportation on the island will be provided.
DATE: Tuesday, September 7th, 2010
TIME: 9am until approximately 4 or 5pm
COST: $300 (payment due at time of registration)
WHAT YOU’LL NEED: A digital SLR, a decent working knowledge of your camera, and runner boots
WHAT’S RECOMMENDED BUT NOT REQUIRED: A laptop, a card reader, and a tripod
TO REGISTER: Email me to reserve your spot (clare at clarebarboza dot com)
August Food Styling & Photography Workshops – 2 Dates Added
Thanks everyone for your feedback on classes! I’m happy to announce 2 new classes based on your comments. First, I have included a weekend day (hope Sundays work for you guys!). I’ve also schedule another class the following day, for those of you from out of town who want a more intensive experience.
The Natural Food Styling & Photography 102 class take the basic principals I teach in the 101 class, but applies them to some more challenging subjects. I do recommend that you have taken some sort of food styling & photography class prior to attending this class, but it doesn’t have to be my 101 class. You should, however, be quite comfortable with your camera in aperture priority mode.
Registration is now open here. Please note, I’m trying a new class registration system! If you have any problems, let me know and I’ll get it fixed.
Natural Food Styling & Photography 101
August 8th, 2010, 1pm to 5ish
Register Here
This 1/2 day Natural Food Styling & Photography Workshop is for anyone interested in learning the basics of food styling and photography for editorial purposes.
We will focus on simple plating and propping of food for the most appealing photos without resorting to tricks that render the food inedible. We will also cover creative lighting techniques using natural light.
Although a good working knowledge of your camera is recommended, this class is appropriate for all levels of photographers. All you need to bring is your camera and a tripod (highly recommended!)
This class is limited to 7 attendees.
This class is held in Seattle, at the Spare Room studio.
Class Fee: $125.00
Natural Food Styling & Photography 102
Monday, August 9th, 2010, 1pm to 5ish
Register Here
This 1/2 day Natural Food Styling & Photography 102 Workshop focuses on more challenging food subjects, such as meat (raw and cooked), drinks and action shots. Like my 101 class, we will focus on plating and propping of food for the most appealing photos without resorting to tricks that render the food inedible. We will cover creative lighting techniques using natural light, and some speedlight (flash) usage as time permits.
You should have good working knowledge of your camera, especially functions such as manual focus, aperture priority and exposure compensation. All you need to bring is your camera and a tripod (highly recommended!)
This class is limited to 7 attendees.
This class is held in Seattle, at the Spare Room studio.
Class Fee: $125.00