Colorado Springs Photography Classes

I currently have 3 group classes on the schedule, and have a convenient online registration process. You can learn more about and/or register for any class here.

The upcoming classes are:

  • Learn How to Take Creative Control of Your Digital SLR Camera (one-day workshop, multiple dates)
  • Take Better Photos of People, 3/30, 5-7pm
  • Intro to Portrait Lighting, 4/7, 3-5pm

Mary Lynne Ashley is a certified professional photographer serving Colorado Springs since 2001.

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Learn How to Use Your Digital SLR Camera: Available Dates

Hi there! If you are checking out the group class deal via Living Social and are trying to figure out which dates are available, here’s how you can do it. Once you buy your voucher you’ll go to this page:

http://ashleyphotographydslr1.eventbrite.com/

Once you click into the link above, when you click on the drop-down box to the right of where it says Ticket Information, it’ll give you the list of available dates, and you’ll sign up there. I keep the classes fairly small for the best learning environment, so if there’s a date you really want, you’ll want to sign up for that date as soon as possible.

Currently, the dates available are:

Monday, 2/20, 9am – 2pm

Saturday, 3/3, 11am – 4pm

Sunday, 3/18, 9am=2-m

Saturday, 3/24, 9am – 2pm

Friday, 4/13, 9am – 2pm

Saturday, 4/21, 9am – 2pm

I expect to add additional dates as I assess the demand for this offer.

Thanks for stopping by!

Mary Lynne

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Imaging USA 2012

A few days ago I returned from a jam-packed five-day trip to New Orleans to attend Imaging USA, a huge convention for the photography industry. I attended several terrific presentations about baby photography, family photography and lighting, and was once again completely overwhelmed by all the offerings at the expo. The main reason I went was to receive my Master Photographer degree from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). We had five Colorado photographers receiving our degrees, all women. We got to dress up all fancy, walk across the stage, and shake hands with the president of PPA. Here we are before the ceremony (I’m the one in the middle).

It was also fun seeing some of my photographs displayed at the convention. A couple of my baby photos were on display on a large rotating display at one entrance to the expo floor, while a couple more were hanging in the booth of a vendor from whom I’ve purchased backgrounds.

I did manage to spend some time as a tourist, too, riding the streetcars and wandering around the French Quarter. New Orleans is one crazy place. If I ever make it back there again I hope I’ll do it with a “real” camera the next time!

Mary Lynne Ashley is a Certified Professional Photographer in Colorado Springs specializing in babies and children. She also offers group workshops and private photography lessons.

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Colorado Springs Digital SLR Camera Training | Photography Classes

I am offering two classes in January 2012 for people who want to learn how to use their digital SLR cameras. Choose from either Saturday, January 7th or Saturday, January 28th. Both classes are from 9am to 2pm, with a working lunch. Learn how to take creative control of your camera in order to get the results you want! 

Get more info and/or sign up for the class here.

Mary Lynne Ashley is a Certified Professional Photographer serving Colorado Springs’ families since 2001. 

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The Art of Newborn Photography Workshop in Colorado Springs

I am holding another newborn photography class at my studio in Colorado Springs on Saturday, February 4th from 9am-6pm. We’ll break for an hour for lunch. The last workshop sold out and had a waiting list, so if you’re interested you’ll want to reserve your spot soon! The class is $149 for the day.

We’ll talk about:

  • Guidelines for successful newborn photography
  • What to keep on hand
  • Preparing parents for their session
  • Setting up the shots
  • Posing  and lighting
  • Post-processing
  • Inspiration
  • A small amount of business-related material for those doing this professionally

Please note: My classes are not portfolio-building classes, as I strongly believe you need to be able to set up a shot on your own to be able to show it as your own work. I’ll give you the knowledge so that you can go out on your own, with your own subjects, lighting and props that you’ve chosen to create artwork that is uniquely yours.

If you would like to register, or need more info, the quickest and easiest way to contact me is usually through e-mail at MaryLynneAshley@gmail.com. You can also leave voicemail for me at 719-329-0396.

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Family Photos in a Sea of Poinsettias | Dutch Heritage Gardens Holiday Open House 2011

Here are some of the photos from the Dutch Heritage Gardens open house and their “sea of poinsettias” on November 26th and 27th. I spent two days there photographing families at this special event. Put it on your calendar for next year, the Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend. You’ll find great prices on poinsettias, and it’s just cool being in such a huge space filled with red. They have another open house open to the public on Memorial Day weekend, where you can get more great deals on plants.

Mary Lynne Ashley is a professional photographer in Colorado Springs.

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Colorado Springs Newborn Photographer | Photography Class Models

Here are our three beautiful little models from the newborn photography class I taught on October 24th through the Professional Photographers of Colorado’s Super Monday program.  Thank you so much to their moms for bringing them all in to be a part of this day. I appreciate you guys so much!

Mary Lynne Ashley is a Certified Professional Photographer in Colorado Springs specializing in newborn photography.

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