Renewing your Creative Spirit
A Very Personal Photo Workshop in Granstburg Wisconsin, with Doug Beasley, October 9 – 11, 2009
This highly personalized workshop is custom designed by Doug, in response to each of those chosen for this very small group. It is a unique opportunity to look closely at your own creative process, develop ways to deepen your vision and find new paths for creative growth. We will explore the notion of what it means to be lost or stuck and how this fertile ground can be used to explore who you are as an artist, what your artwork is about and how you can use this new information to move your career or artistic direction forward in a more direct or intentional way.
Inspiration will be sparked by a balance of conversation, photography, writing exercises, demos, shared readings, poetry and personal reflection. Numerous photographic exercises and assignments, designed in response to our pre-workshop meeting, will be custom planned to unlock creativity, with much individual attention given. One on one and small group pairings will create a progressive and dynamic enviornment. Fun, laughter, good food and camaraderie are to be expected.
See some student photography from this workshop.
Student testimonials from this workshop:
“Just wanted to thank you for your insight, inspiration and instruction! I love the way you put so much of your soul into your work and your teaching methods! Thanks so much!” — Mary Hendricks, Mora, MN
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“Just wanted to thank you for your insight, inspiration and instruction! I love the way you put so much of your soul into your work and your teaching methods! Thanks so much!” — Mary Hendricks, Mora, MN
“Because of your amazing teaching and this awesome workshop I’m actually toying with the idea of of persuing a career in photography. Thank you for opening my eyes to the artistic and spiritual world of photography. You are an incredible teacher. So full of passion and an honest love for life.” — Andrea Olson, River Falls, WI
“I wanted to thank you for an enlightening workshop. I appreciate your photography and your attitude is very motivating.” — Kristine Siiro, Minneapolis, MN
“Many thanks for the *wonderful* workshop (said with a deep bow to you, oh photo guru and wize one). You have given us so much information that I will be busy for months trying to use it all. And most of all, thanks for your generous and beautiful soul.” — Rebecca Pavlenko, Saint Paul, MN
“My thanks to all who attended, each of us had things to contribute and things to learn. I feel my vision has grown because of this experience. I am more confident of my ability, and can see new possibilities of where to go with this Art form. Special thanks to Doug Beasley. A kinder, gentler instructor/guide could not be imagined. Doug’s Zen like philosophy and lifestyle is an inspiration.” — Jef Murphy, Portland, OR
“I am hanging on to the new skills and way of thinking that you have instilled in us. Some of it I think will stay with me forever.” — David Pitzer, Portland, OR
“I feel like my work has really catapulted to a new level, and my energy and creative flow are so much smoother.” — Annie Frantzeskos, Eugene, OR
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Location:
Vision Quest's Trade River Retreat Center, near Grantsburg, WI (1.5 hour drive from Twin Cities, car pooling encouraged)
Dates:
Friday, October 9 Noon to Sunday, October 11, 2009
Pre-workshop get together:
Thursday October 1st, Doug’s house, Saint Paul, MN 6:30–9:30 PM. Bring 12–20 images in a portfolio CD to share. Bring ideas on where you are headed, what you are experiencing difficulty with and where you are stuck.
Workshop:
Friday, October 9 Noon to Sunday, October 11, 3:30 PM, Trade River Retreat Center, Anderson Township, WI. A 'what to bring' list will be sent.
Post-workshop get together:
Thursday October 22, Doug’s house, Saint Paul, MN 6:30–9:00 PM. Bring photos from the workshop to share, with reflections on what you’ve learned and where you’d like to take your vision or photography to next.
Workshop Fee:
$650.00 also includes pre and post workshop get-togethers, lodging at the Trade River Retreat Center and delicious home-cooked meals prepared mindfully and with love by Rebecca Pavlenko, photographer, teacher, Zen student and incredible chef. All food will be organic and/or locally sourced and healthy.
Requirements:
Open to all levels of experience with a good working knowledge of camera operation but selection will be based on those looking to expand their creativity and vision, rather than to increase their technical abilities.
Submissions Due:
DEADLINE EXTENDED to Thursday September 10th, 6 PM. Send 10-12 images, via CD or e-mail (.jpg file, 72 dpi, 8" longest edge), a short artist statement and a paragraph stating why you would like to be involved in the workshop and what you hope to get out of it. Selected participants will be notified by Friday September 11th.
Class limit: 4
The 4 participants will be chosen from submissions by Douglas Beasley to foster a fluid and dynamic group for the workshop, rather than the 4 ‘best’ portfolios. By submitting work you agree to pay the tuition fee if you are chosen.
For more information:
Please contact Doug at doug@douglasbeasley.com