2022 Online Catalog Winter

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MAINE MEDIA BRINGS YOU THE STARS : About the Cover On November 1st, Maine Media hosted Inside In The Heights on our sound stage in Rockport, Maine. The event was an exciting behind- the-scenes discussion about the 2020 film that honored the Latinx community in Washington Heights, New York. Director Jon M. Chu and cinematographer Alice Brooks, ASC discussed the film, which was based on Lin-Manuel Miranda’s smash Broadway hit “In The Heights”. The event was moderated by cinematographer and Maine Media instructor Tatjana Krstevski and presented by B&H Photo. Maine Media film students were invited to attend the event on campus and talk with Alice afterwards about her work on the film. Inside In The Heights will be shared “on demand” starting Dec. 6th on the B&H IDP (Inside Digital Production) webpage. Jon M. Chu and Alice Brooks are currently collaborating on a movie adaptation of the musical “Wicked.” Cover and above images © Jo Silver, 2021 Click your class to learn more.

WINTER WORKSHOPS Online. In real time. Welcome to a new year: a year of new adventures, new connections, and new opportunities. Launch your new year with these online workshops! FILMMAKING Join star faculty like animator Emily Hubley and film historian Imogen Sara Smith for brand-new 2022 workshops – or launch your professional career with intensive workshops like 3-Day DaVinci Resolve and 4-Week Film School. PHOTOGRAPHY Deepen your roots as a visual anthropologist with Elizabeth Greenberg, learn the ropes of Photoshop with Mickey Strand, or navigate the commissioned art world with Ricardo Nagaoka. No matter where you are as a photographer, we’ve got your back. BOOK ARTS & DESIGN Have you ever dreamed of creating a children’s picture book? What about crafting your own journal, or even letting your artwork take flight? This year’s workshops with Lucky Platt, Stephanie Wolff, Melanie Walker and George Peters can help! THE WRITERS HARBOR ® Discover, hone, and enounce your voice as a writer with these winter workshops. Get started on that memoir you’ve been planning to write with Anita Verna Crofts, or put your creative instincts to use in the workplace with Bob Rosswaag & Jeanne Reilly. hosted via

FILMMAKING 2-Day DSLR & Mirrorless Video (Online) JAN 8–9 | David Martinez | $360 | 14 students Since the late 2000s, the DSLR/DSLM has become widely adopted by filmmakers and video professionals for creating high quality cinematic visuals without feature-film budgets. This class is ideal for anyone seeking to work with these powerful, accessible cameras to capture high quality video. 1-Day Adobe Premiere (Online) JAN 8 | Alex Burnett | $175 | 14 students Adobe Premiere continues to be the preferred software for many professional editors. In this crash course, students learn to use and navigate Premiere’s dynamic interface. We’ll set the groundwork for an effective workflow and move into creating and editing sequences. Stop Motion Animation for Filmmakers & Photographers (Online) JAN 10–14 | Tom Gasek | $795 | 10 students Expand the limits of film and photography by creating many animated practical effects utilizing simple animation techniques, a DSLR or smartphone camera and capture software. 4-Week Documentary Film School (Online) JAN 13–FEB 7 | Tom Donohue | $1250 | 10 students Produce, shoot and edit your own documentary in a month under the guidance of an award-winning broadcast filmmaker and with the support of a virtual community of filmmakers. By the end, you will have created a three-to-five minute documentary film from the comfort of your home. Click your class to learn more.

The Voice in Their Ear: Audiobook Narration (Online) JAN 11–FEB 8 | Vivienne Leheny | $895 | 10 students This class is for anyone interested in pursuing work as an audiobook narrator, as well as any authors interested in narrating their own work to be sold in audiobook format. Explore and reveal the emotional truth – your emotional truth – that powers the best audiobook narrations. 2-Day Pro Tools (Online) JAN 15–16 | Walter Clissen | $350 | 12 students AVID Pro Tools is groundbreaking software for audio engineers and sound designers. This intensive crash-course introduces you to the fundamentals of Pro Tools, and brings you the essential skills and knowledge needed to bring a project from initial set-up to final mix-down. 1-Day Business Plans for Artists (Online) JAN 15 | Valerie Landsburg | $105 | 10 students How is the business side of your creative practice going? Is it working the way you thought it would? The missing piece may be a business plan. Learn why a business plan is a vital instrument in helping you realize your potential. Story Structure and Character Development (Online) JAN 17–21 | Wayne Beach | $925 | 12 students This unit provides a solid foundation in the essentials of screenwriting: concept, character, story, plot, dialogue, and structure. Guided by a professional screenwriter, examine format, visual storytelling, writing style, the process of shaping story, character arcs, effective dialogue, and more. Creative Sound Design for Film & TV (Online) JAN 18–FEB 22 | Scott Gershin | $850 | 15 students Explore how artful sound design can take your dramatic experience to a new and thrilling level. Guided by an award-winning sound designer through case studies and experimentation with creating soundscapes, you’ll never listen to sound the same way. hosted via

Nighthawks: Film Noir Beyond Borders (Online) JAN 18–MAR 8 | Imogen Sara Smith | $550 | 30 students Join film historian and critic Imogen Sara Smith for this fascinating journey through film noir. In addition to being a regular speaker on The Criterion Channel, and on disc commentaries for Criterion and other labels, Imogen is a noteworthy author on film noir in leading film publications. Animating the Inner Landscape (Online) JAN 20–FEB 17 | Emily Hubley | $950 | 12 students Emily Hubley has been making animated shorts for over forty years. This workshop will focus on participants’ individual projects, allowing them to explore their unique expression by developing scripts, storyboards, and animatics to provide windows into their handmade worlds. 1-Day Adobe After Effects for Beginners (Online) JAN 22 | Alex Burnett | $175 | 12 students Adobe After Effects continues to be the industry standard for creating motion graphics. This course is designed for the beginner who wishes to gain an introduction and foundation in this powerful tool. It explores the essential tools of After Effects including layers and keyframing. 1-Day Lighting Basics (Online) JAN 22 | David Martinez | $175 | 12 students Learning how to properly light spaces and subjects is an essential part of the creation of any film or video project. Through lectures and demonstrations of theory and lighting techniques, students will learn how to best use natural and artificial light to tell their story. 1-Day DaVinci Resolve for Beginners (Online) JAN 30 | David Martinez | $175 | 12 students This workshop is a crash-course introduction to the powerful, industry-standard, color correction software, DaVinci Resolve. Students will take their first steps toward a technical understanding of the art and craft of color correction and grading for digital video. Click your class to learn more.

2-Day Nonfiction Cinematography & Editing (Online) JAN 29–30 | David Martinez | $325 | 12 students This course is for emerging documentary filmmakers and video professionals who want to explore the growing possibilities of shooting non-fiction stories with today’s most accessible digital cinema cameras and learn the best practices for editing non-fiction projects. 1-Day The Art of Cinematography (Online) FEB 5 | David Martinez | $175 | 12 students David Martinez and a guest cinematographer will discuss aesthetic and technical considerations of the craft and p rocess of cinematography. We explore the camera as a tool, and the theory of cinematic storytelling. The class is for anyone diving into the art of shooting motion pictures. Creative Producing for Film & TV (Online) FEB 7–11 | Eric Mofford | $795 | 12 students A producer must be adept in bridging creative and financial worlds in order to make a film or TV project happen. This workshop closely examines the role of the creative producer in overseeing the development and production of a project from conception to completion. 1-Day DSLR Video Basics (Online) FEB 12 | Alex Burnett | $165 | 14 students This introductory class is for new photographers or filmmakers who would like to learn the basics of shooting video with manual settings. Students discover how Digital SLRs and Mirrorless cameras work, and learn how to utilize optimal settings for various shooting environments. 1-Day Cutting Drama (Online) FEB 12 | Luis Zerón | $75 | 40 students Guided by an accomplished editor (HBO, Netflix) learn how to maximize the emotional impact of dramatic scenes. Participants will examine how to build emotion and get the best out of actors and story. hosted via

Editing For Genre: A Four Session Workshop Series (Online) FEB 12–MAR 26 | Luis Zerón | $275 | 40 students In this series, learn to navigate the unique challenges an editor confronts in cutting for different genres. Join Luis Zerón, accomplished editor for TV and film, to explore cutting drama, action, thriller and montage sequences. 3-Day Davinci Resolve (Online) FEB 16–18 | David Martinez | $495 | 12 students The class covers the digital color grading workflow from initial resolve setup and color theory to node structures and delivery. Students learn the tools and nuances of color matching and how to take projects to the next level with graded looks. Documentary Development (Online) FEB 16–MAR 23 | Nina Gilden Seavey | $850 | 10 students Whether you are at the conceptual stage looking to develop a pitch or treatment, or you want to focus a film you’ve started shooting, or have already begun editing, this intensive workshop with an Emmy Award-winning documentarian will help take your project to the next level. 1-Day Editing Bootcamp (Online) FEB 19 | Instructor TBD | $175 | 12 students This online bootcamp is for filmmakers and photographers looking to gain a strong foundation of the digital workflow and knowledge necessary to start editing video captured in today’s digital formats using the powerful industry software Adobe Premiere Pro. 1-Day Feature Film Lighting (Online) FEB 19 | Instructor TBD | $175 | 12 students Through lectures, screenings, and discussions, this class covers the importance of light in visual storytelling, and the techniques and processes to execute an array of different lighting set-ups. We will discuss the nuances of the lighting effects that can elevate the impact of a scene. Click your class to learn more.

1-Day Cutting Action (Online) FEB 26 | Luis Zerón | $75 | 40 students Cutting an action scene requires an editor to balance story, clarity, and energy. In this session you will explore a methodology to address action scenes in the cutting room. Examine the characteristics of action as a genre and review examples of representative scenes of the genre. 1-Day Camera in Motion (Online) FEB 26 | David Martinez | $175 | 12 students This course is for emerging cinematographers and filmmakers looking to explore the fundamentals of camera operation and movement. We will break down the many ways to move the camera, and the emotional impact these moves can create in telling visual stories. Adobe Premiere (Online) FEB 28–MAR 4 | Alex Burnett | $895 | 12 students Understanding the editor’s job of combining images, words, and audio into a cohesive and engaging body of work is essential for all filmmakers. This course is designed for students with little to no editing experience. We will start with the basics and build from there. 1-Day Digital Workflow in Adobe Premiere (Online) MAR 5 | Tom Ryan | $155 | 12 students This course is for filmmakers, video professionals, photographers, and anyone else looking to gain a strong foundation in the necessary knowledge to start editing video captured in today’s digital formats using the powerful, industry software, Adobe Premiere Pro. 2-Day iPhone Filmmaking (Online) MAR 5–6 | Anna Graham | $155 | 12 students The iPhone has become a dynamic tool in filmmaking. While iPhone users have long been aware of the ability to create spontaneous films, what are the implications for making non-fiction, fiction, and experimental films with it? How is it changing the cinematic landscape? Join us to find out. hosted via

The Director’s Craft (Online) MAR 7–11 | Peter Werner | $995 | 10 students The guiding force of any narrative film is the director. This intimate and immersive week-long course is for emerging directors interested in the craft, process and techniques of directing. In our virtual classroom, explore and practice casting, rehearsal techniques, and script and scene analysis. 1-Day GoPro Cinematography & Color Grading (Online) MAR 12 | David Martinez | $175 | 12 students Since its introduction, the GoPro camera has grown rapidly in popularity. This course is ideal for anyone interested in working with the dynamic and capable GoPro Hero to capture high-quality video, and to take that footage to the next level through color grading workflow. 1-Day Cutting Montage (Online) MAR 12 | Luis Zerón | $75 | 40 students Montage sequences are essential to advancing story and character in any genre. Develop your creativity and storytelling skills to create powerful sequences using images and sound. Learn how to cut them with structure and organization. 1-Day Audio Production (Online) MAR 12 | Instructor TBD | $195 | 12 students Develop skills and gain understanding through demos of professional acquisition of quality audio tracks and examinations recording strategies and techniques. The workshop concentrates on production sound for film, including capturing audio on the set or on location. 1-Day Cutting Suspense & Thrillers (Online) MAR 26 | Luis Zerón | $75 | 40 students What, when and how to give information is one of the most important aspects of storytelling in the Suspense/Thriller genre. Learn how to build tension and emotion using visual and sound elements to create powerful moments. Click your class to learn more.

Adobe After Effects (Online) MAR 14–18 | Alex Burnett | $895 | 12 students Adobe After Effects continues to be the industry standard for creating motion graphics. This course explores the tools of After Effects including layers, blending modes, masks, and alpha channels. Core animation concepts such as keyframes and parenting are covered in-depth. Audio Post Production (Online) MAR 14–18 | Walter Clissen | $850 | 12 students This workshop offers foundation level training in Audio Post Production for TV and film, exploring all stages of audio production between actual recording on location or in a studio and completion of a final project. Develop the professional skills needed to work in this exciting industry. 2-Day Exploring Food Media (Online) MAR 19–20 | Pablo Munoz | $350 | 20 students Learn how to navigate the many professional opportunities that exist within the world of food media. This course aims to demystify the food media world and how food content is created today. It will provide a foundation for those new to this amazing industry and insight for current creators. The AD/UPM/Line Producer Workshop (Online) MAR 21–25 | Eric Mofford | $795 | 12 students During this intensive five day course, examine the dynamics of actual production and the essential roles played by the Line Producer, the Assistant Director, and the Unit Production Manager in keeping a production on-track and on-budget. 4-Week Film School (Online) MAR 21–APR 15 | Alex Burnett & David Martinez $2895 | 12 students This hands-on workshop is for new filmmakers, film students, graduates, and those who have yet to make their first film or work in the field. Gain a solid foundation in film theory, learn to work both individually and with a crew. hosted via

PHOTOGRAPHY 20th Century History of Photography (Online) JAN 4–MAR 8 | Brenton Hamilton | $350 | 40 students The visual trends of the 20th century are detailed as major paradigms in visual culture. Join Brenton Hamilton for lectures on the influences, movements and personalities of photography post-1940. Major 20th century photography developments are discussed. Creating Beyond the Frame: Photo-based Printmaking in Layers (Online) JAN 5–MAR 9 | Jari Poulin | $745 | 12 students SOLD OUT! Email [email protected] to join the wait list. This course explores the potential of image to take on a new life in the inky world of printmaking. Choosing Yourself as an Artist (Online) JAN 5–26 | Michael Foley | $525 | 12 students In this workshop, you will learn and sharpen your skills to effectively get your work seen and discovered by your audience. Notable gallerist Michael Foley will introduce you to less traditional and unorthodox approaches to present and sell your work. Stop Motion Animation for Filmmakers & Photographers (Online) JAN 10–14 | Tom Gasek | $795 | 10 students Expand the limits of film and photography by creating many animated practical effects utilizing simple animation techniques, a DSLR or smartphone camera and capture software. Click your class to learn more.

A Piece of Work: Beyond the Workshop (Online) JAN 10–MAR 14 | Sean Kernan | $895 | 10 students SOLD OUT! Email [email protected] to join the wait list. A serious and demanding season-long exploration and practice of creating visionary photographic expression for ourselves and for others. 2-Day Adobe Bridge (Online) JAN 11–13 | David Allen | $160 | 12 students Originally developed as a companion program to Adobe Photoshop, Bridge is a robust program designed for managing all of your digital assets and media. In this workshop, students will learn primary features of Bridge and how to incorporate it into their existing workflow. Memories and the Land II (Online) JAN 11–FEB 8 | Elizabeth Greenberg | $155 | 12 students This workshop is a continued study of the many ways we may work as visual anthropologists, using the medium of photography, to reveal and suggest the layered histories of land and place. It is offered as a continuation following Memories & the Land, though that is not a requirement. 2-Day Creating Opportunities for Your Work (Online) JAN 13–20 | Sherri Littlefield | $165 | 8 students The playing field is leveled, and image making has moved to digital promotions, experiences and exhibitions. How can this be used to your advantage? Organization is essential for success, and this course will guide you on management of your many dreams, goals and endeavors. 1-Day Business Plans for Artists (Online) JAN 15 | Valerie Landsburg | $105 | 10 students How is the business side of your creative practice going? Is it working the way you thought it would? The missing piece may be a business plan. Learn why a business plan is a vital instrument in helping you realize your potential. hosted via

Elevating the Ordinary: Locating Beauty and Poetry within the Quotidian (Online) JAN 15–23 | Cheryle St. Onge | $795 | 12 students Our emotions and personal experiences can drive and inform our working methodologies. During this course students will be encouraged to think about photographic play in poetic, unexpected, and inspirational ways. The Creative Mind Map (Online) JAN 17–MAR 7 | Janelle Lynch | $995 | 10 students In this workshop, we will use the mind map exercise as a visual thinking tool to examine the genesis of our connections to our creative practices and to consider the elements that inform them, including interests, dreams, memories, influences, current events, and key relationships. Illuminating Metaphor in Practice and Presentation (Online) JAN 19–FEB 9 | Barbara Ciurej & Lindsay Lochman $650 | 10 students In photography, metaphors can act as nuanced underpinnings to bring depth and clarity to a project, bind ideas, and enliven with unexpected connections. Divining the Personal II (Online) JAN 25–FEB 22 | Jennifer McClure | $750 | 12 students A follow up to Divining the Personal, but also ideal for photographers who are feeling stuck in the middle of a project. Projects often change course as we dig deeper into ourselves. Your photographs will be our guide as we reevaluate original ideas and look for new direction. Lyrical Documentary Photography (Online) JAN 27–FEB 24 | Tom Griggs | $455 | 12 students Students in this course will explore visual strategies beyond traditional modes of documentary image making. This workshop will explore how photojournalism, documentary photography and art photography increasingly overlap today and the exciting possibilities that opens for us. Click your class to learn more.

The Advanced Cyanotype: Toning, Recipes and Methods (Online) JAN 29 | Brenton Hamilton | $185 | 15 students Brenton will lead an illustrated lecture with recipes and the dynamics and possibilities of toners and treatments for the cyanotype process. Live demos from Maine Media’s labs will explore various traditional processes and materials. 2-Day Pricing Your Photographs for the Fine Art Market (Online) JAN 31–FEB 7 | Juli Lowe | $195 | 10 students This 2-day workshop will focus on how to size, edition and properly price your photographs for the fine art market. Gain insights about market trends, pricing for targeted audiences, gallery structures and various pricing models. Photoshop for Photographers (Online) FEB 1–10 | Mickey Strand | $325 | 10 students In this “soup-to-nuts” Photoshop workshop, learn how to hone your digital images using this industry-standard platform. Get familiar with the interface and tools of Photoshop in one week. No previous experience required. The Storyteller and the Specter (Online) FEB 3–MAR 10 | Dylan Hausthor | $725 | 12 students As image-makers, our role and responsibilities to the stories we tell continue to shapeshift. In this course, we will begin exploring the non-border between facts and fiction, the role of identity, what it means to haunt, and how (or if) histories of the occult can inform these practices. 2-Day Reimagining Wedding Photography (Online) FEB 5–6 | Erin Hoyt | $395 | 12 students This workshop is ideal for those looking to further grow their own wedding business or to break into the wedding industry. Instructor Erin Hoyt will walk you through her process from client interaction to digital workflow and how to structure a business. hosted via

Self-Publishing Photo Books with Lightroom (Online) FEB 15–24 | David Allen | $295 | 15 students There are a lot of online platforms for self-publishing, but the Blurb plug-in for Lightroom stands out as a great option, especially for photographers. In this workshop, use the Book Module in Blurb to design an image-driven book. Signs of Spring Along the Path of Abstraction (Online) FEB 15–MAR 22 | Dudley Zopp | $550 | 12 students This workshop encourages participants to develop images that are more than literal representation. Over a period of 6 weeks, we will move from “reality” or seeing the world as it appears, to generating abstract images that impact the viewer on multiple levels. Photoshop for Photographers II (Online) FEB 15–24 | Mickey Strand | $325 | 10 students This class is geared for anyone who wants to learn how to use more advanced features and tools in Photoshop to work on images. Students must have taken Photoshop for Photographers or an intro level Photoshop course prior to registration and must be familiar with its basic tools. The Photo-Poetic Project (Online) FEB 16–APR 6 | Janelle Lynch | $995 | 10 students Photography, like poetry, is a language that speaks to our hearts as well as our minds. It holds the unsayable and the complexity of human experience. Learn to use short poems and other prompts as a springboard toward creating a suite of images of personal and universal significance. Developing Your Work: A Conversation About Seeing (Online) FEB 19–26 | Brenton Hamilton | $375 | 5 students This is an opportunity to have an experienced mentor look at your work to provide feedback, coaching and motivation to understand your photography in new ways. Gain new perspectives from historic and contemporary porftolios. Click your class to learn more.

Finding the Words: Writing About Your Work (Online) FEB 19–27 | Kat Kiernan | $325 | 8 students Producing a strong photographic body of work is a huge accomplishment, but without strong writing and editing skills, photographers may face difficulties connecting with audiences. In this course, hone skills that are ssential to connect with galleries, curators, critics, and viewers. A Deep Dive Into Publishing (Online) MAR 2–10 | Melanie McWhorter | $525 | 10 students This four-day workshop is for advanced amateurs and experienced photographers who seek to publish a larger print run publication. The course will focus on discussion and group workshop time for those who want to work with a publisher or self-publish a title for a wider audience. 1-Day Collodio-P.O.P. – The Hand Made Collodion Paper (Online) MAR 5 | Brenton Hamilton | $195 | 12 students Learn how to mix and apply a silver / collodion based emulsion onto paper. This Workshop will provide an illustrated history of the process and direct “how to” with recipes and methods shown live from the laboratory. The Commissioned Artist (Online) MAR 5–6 | Ricardo Nagaoka | $395 | 12 students Getting paid for the work we do as photographers is tough. This class aims to lead artists on how to navigate the world of editorial and commercial work successfully and without having to compromise on their voice as an artist. 2-Day Art on a String: The Simple Pleasures of Flying your Artwork (Online) MAR 26–27 | Melanie Walker & George Peters | $350 | 12 students Imagine your artwork flying in the sky! This intensive workshop will provide some simple tools to begin the exploration of art that flies. Along with basic processes, we will look at the rich international history and culture of kites. hosted via

BOOK ARTS & DESIGN 2-Day Intro to Adobe InDesign (Online) JAN 4–6 | David Allen | $295 | 15 students This remote workshop teaches participants the ins and outs of Adobe’s extensive design program. From importing graphics and using master pages, to formatting text and using styles, this course encompasses the basics for anyone diving into this industry standard software for the first time. Creating Beyond the Frame: Photo-based Printmaking in Layers (Online) JAN 5–MAR 9 | Jari Poulin | $745 | 12 students SOLD OUT! Email [email protected] to join the wait list. This course explores the potential of image to take on a new life in the inky world of printmaking. Fundamentals of Creating a Children’s Picture Book (Online) JAN 13–FEB 10 | Lucky Platt | $745 | 12 students Attention primary educators, author-illustrators, and visual storytellers! Looking for a creative project? Take your picture book idea from concept to industry-standard dummy book ready for publication. 1-Day Business Plans for Artists (Online) JAN 15 | Valerie Landsburg | $105 | 10 students How is the business side of your creative practice going? Is it working the way you thought it would? The missing piece may be a business plan. Learn why a business plan is a vital instrument in helping you realize your potential. Click your class to learn more.

Advanced Topics in Adobe InDesign (Online) JAN 18–27 | David Allen | $295 | 12 students Perhaps you are comfortable with the basics of InDesign, but would like to explore generating a table of contents, creating an index, working with spreadsheets, or integrating other programs. This is an opportunity for a self-designed workshop to cover topics of your choice. 1-Day Sewn Journal Sketchbook (Online) JAN 30 | Stephanie Wolff | $160 | 12 students Learn foundational binding skills, while making a multi- signature book suitable for a journal or sketchbook. It will be traditionally sewn and bound with a semi-rigid wrapper cover. Materials, simple variations, and ideas for use will be discussed, including how to incorporate photography. Adobe InDesign: Digital Design for Publication (Online) FEB 1–10 | David Allen | $295 | 12 students This hands-on workshop teaches participants the ins and outs of Adobe’s extensive design program. From master pages and importing graphics to formatting text and typography, this course encompasses the basics for any individual diving into this industry standard software. 2-Day Reduction Printing and a Vertical Banner Book (Online) FEB 2–9 | Rebecca Goodale | $195 | 15 students Using inexpensive materials and a few key tools you will learn how to think about reduction block printing, design your own blocks, and explore different design possibilities for a vertical accordian banner book. One Sheet Books (Online) FEB 6 | Stephanie Wolff | $160 | 15 students A few folds, a cut or two and presto, a book! Participants will create a selection of simple folded “books” made from one piece of paper in this workshop. They are great for zines, comics, cards, and other self-publishing ventures, as well as artist books. hosted via

Self-Publishing Photo Books with Lightroom (Online) FEB 15–24 | David Allen | $295 | 15 students There are a lot of online platforms for self-publishing, but the Blurb plug-in for Lightroom stands out as a great option, especially for photographers. In this workshop, use the Book Module in Blurb to design an image-driven book. Signs of Spring Along the Path of Abstraction (Online) FEB 15–MAR 22 | Dudley Zopp | $550 | 12 students This workshop encourages participants to develop images that are more than literal representation. Over a period of 6 weeks, we will move from “reality” or seeing the world as it appears, to generating abstract images that impact the viewer on multiple levels. Intro to Adobe Illustrator and Vector Graphics (Online) MAR 1–3 | David Allen | $295 | 12 students Adobe Illustrator is a mainstay for designers specializing in logo creation, brand development, the creation of print collateral, and consistent media for the web, for wayfinding, and signage. Through demos and hands-on work, learn the essentials of working with vector-based graphics. Get the Most Out of Your Mac Computer (Online) MAR 8–10 | David Allen | $155 | 12 students This is a simple introduction for new Apple users or folks transitioning from Windows to Mac. Through demos, tutorials, and a variety of online resources, students will learn primary features of the Apple platform, its apps, and accessories. 2-Day Art on a String: The Simple Pleasures of Flying your Artwork (Online) MAR 26–27 | Melanie Walker & George Peters | $350 | 12 students Imagine your artwork flying in the sky! This intensive workshop will provide some simple tools to begin the exploration of art that flies. Along with basic processes, we will look at the rich international history and culture of kites. Click your class to learn more.

THE WRITERS HARBOR ® Fundamentals of Creating a Children’s Picture Book (Online) JAN 13–FEB 10 | Lucky Platt | $745 | 12 students Attention primary educators, author-illustrators, and visual storytellers! Looking for a creative project? Take your picture book idea from concept to industry-standard dummy book ready for publication. 1-Day Business Plans for Artists (Online) JAN 15 | Valerie Landsburg | $105 | 10 students How is the business side of your creative practice going? Is it working the way you thought it would? The missing piece may be a business plan. Learn why a business plan is a vital instrument in helping you realize your potential. Story Structure and Character Development (Online) JAN 17–21 | Wayne Beach | $925 | 12 students This unit provides a solid foundation in the essentials of screenwriting: concept, character, story, plot, dialogue, and structure. Guided by a professional screenwriter, examine format, visual storytelling, writing style, the process of shaping story, character arcs, effective dialogue, and more. The Stuff of Memoir (Online) JAN 29–FEB 12 | Anita Verna Crofts | $550 | 8 students Translating lived experiences to the page is much more than simply transcribing memories. Writing first-person essays or a memoir asks an author to become a keen and careful observer. In this three-weekend workshop, students will use primary source objects as writing prompts. hosted via

Returning to Essence (Online) FEB 7–MAR 14 | Teresa Piccari | $295 | 8 students The focus of this class is to support memoir and essay writers in uncovering and returning to what they feel is the true essence of who they are as people. Through this organic, ongoing process of return, writers will cultivate a writing voice that comes from their unique personal essence. Writers’ Round Table (Online) FEB 8–APR 19 | Teresa Piccari | $225 | 6 students Share your work and receive feedback in a supportive environment. This gathering is for writers who have work in progress and seek ongoing creative engagement through community, as they cultivate artistic camaraderie. Fiction and nonfiction welcome. Finding the Words: Writing About Your Work (Online) FEB 19–27 | Kat Kiernan | $325 | 8 students Producing a strong photographic body of work is a huge accomplishment, but without strong writing and editing skills, photographers may face difficulties connecting with audiences. In this course, hone skills that are ssential to connect with galleries, curators, critics, and viewers. Getting Inspired: Bring Your Corporate Message to Life (Online) MAR 21–25 | Bob Rosswaag & Jeanne Reilly | $725 | 14 students Many people were told at some point that they aren’t “creative.” Our workshop challenges this notion. If you’re a writer or producer working in marketing/communications and you could you use some inspiration, this class is for you. LOOKING FOR MORE? NEW WORKSHOPS ADDED REGULARLY AT MAINEMEDIA.EDU Click your class to learn more.

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