Art Workshops in Guatemala
 Experience a new culture, stretch yourself as a photographer and
come away with once in a lifetime images!!

 Capturing Guatemala's Light and Contrasts

 with award winning photojournalist
 David H Wells    

March 31 - April 9  2011

procession incense
                                                         Boy Swinging Incense by David Wells

 "David really is the creme de la creme.  I was delighted at the end when so many people had gotten so much from him. I also felt this odd joy that so many people fell in love with Guate.
 I felt that very personally, somehow."  Judy Tillinger   (Maybe because she's been with us for seven workshops !!) 

Take a look at student's images from previous workshops:  Student Gallery 

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man walking volcano by david wells Guatemala is a land of ancient architecture, colorful Mayan markets, beautiful indigenous faces and magnificent light - everything you need to create stunning images.  It's simply a matter of knowing how and when to put it all together.  

Stunning images require magnificent light -- and a photographer who understands how and when to shoot in that light.  Its quality, its color, and where its coming from all determine  whether your resulting images will be mediocre or exceptional !!  David covers the use of natural light in great detail as well as other topics, such as composition, how to best work with your subject and a overview of the strengths and weaknesses of the digital world.  (Photo Walking by Volcanoboys making alfombra by David Wells)

You'll spend early mornings and evenings out shooting (when the light is magic) and mid-day in class and critique sessions.  David also works one-on-one with each participant helping them determine and achieve their photographic goals.

You'll have the opportunity to photograph the processions that wind thru the streets of ANTIGUA every Sunday during Lent.  Families construct carpets - alfombras - made of sawdust, pine needles and flowers in the streets in front of their homes.  It's an incredible experience !! 

Then we'll head further into the western highlands to LAKE ATITLAN -breathtakingly gorgeous, particularly during that 'magic hour' when its three volcanoes rise out of the early morning mists. We'll stay at the Posada Santiago - always a treat with great food, wonderful views and old friends.

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david wells w classDavid is a photojournalist whose focus is in-depth photo-essays.  His work has appeared in the Philadelphia Inquirer Sunday Magazine, National Geographic, as well as many other major magazines.  He's received an impressive number of fellowships, grants and awards, most recently a Fulbright Fellowship at the University of Mysore, India where he is working on his project called "Globalization's Mixed Blessings in India."   Also, importantly, David is an experienced instructor who loves to teach.  He sees it as "how I give back to the world and the world of photography." He teaches at Maine Photographic Workshops, International Center of Photography in NYC, in London and Philadelphia. 

**Total package price, including tuition, lodging in a lovely colonial style hotel, a hearty breakfast each morning, ground transportation and some pretty interesting cultural experiences is US$1,975.

** If you'd like to join us, just fill out and send in the
registration form on our web page.
 

Or, call Liza, 612-825-0747, email info@artguat.org or skype (lizafourre) and we'll get you set to go!!

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Comments from David's students:

wells w sandy"David's instruction was great, very much on target for me.  I am so relatively new to photography, without a lot of shooting practice, and I felt he was patient with me, even when asking him to explain something for the 3rd or 4th time. Thanks again for a great workshop, and for introducing me to the beauty and the people of Guatemala.  Warm regards,"  Mary Stroupe 3/08

"  I was very pleased, liked David a lot.  Smart, knowledgeable, pleasant and fun to listen to.  Nice to everyone, interesting, and above all, generous and tolerant as a teacher."  Linda Nagel  3/08

"Thanks again for organizing a wonderful trip.  You, your staff
and David are the best."  Judy Stansbury 3/08

students w procession soldiers"I really enjoyed the workshop.  I learned a lot and had a good time.
For me it was as much about immersion in Guatemalan life -
visiting the markets, doing the Lent things, and interacting with people.
Thanks for everything, Liza - it was everything I had hoped it would be! " 
Patty Martinson  3/06 (and 2/04 Weave Sequel)

"David is a very thorough teacher and very generous with his time.  
I feel like I got the full benefit of his knowledge on this trip."
  Sandy Schlueter 3/08 , also 10/05 and 2/06

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(Images by Liza Fourré unless otherwise credited) 

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Art Workshops in Guatemala   Liza Fourré / Director    Email: info@artguat.org   Phone: (612) 825-0747