Canadian winter offers special photographic opportunities but also imposes particular conditions of the photographer. During the preparatory evening session you will be introduced to techniques for use and protection of equipment during winter photography as well as instruction on photographic attitude, stylistic and aesthetic elements.

During the on-site photographic project you will explore the activities of the Ottawa Winterlude Festival, the snow and ice sculptures, cultural events, sports and a wide variety of social activities at the various Winterlude sites and on the Rideau Canal skate rink.

In a concluding evening session, the participants will present, discuss and appreciate their work and you will receive further guidance for future photographic work

Workshop Outline

This digital photography workshop presented in 1 three-hour class session, 2 three-hour photo sessions and a three-hour wrap-up session to appreciate participants' work.

	Photography Workshop Activities
Session 1	Approaching the subject:    Urban landscape    Street photography    Cultural and sport events    Social documentary Point of view and style Review of essential camera functions and settings and photographic technique Organization of field work
Session 2	On-site photographic work exploring the peculiarities of winter photography, making general observations of the Winterlude Festival, Ottawa. Individual and group coaching.
Session 3	On-site photographic work on a theme to explore the Winterlude Festival, Ottawa. Individual and group coaching.
Session 4	Group analysis and appreciation of on-site photographic work.