Dan Burkholder
Bridging the classic history of photography with the digitally-based world of photography today, Dan has inspired thousands of photographers with his willingness to present his knowledge through humor-filled workshops and digital publications. He continues to share his enthusiasm for new cameras, techniques and approaches along with more than a few gadgets thrown in for good measure.
Upcoming Online Classes with Dan
All class times are in the Eastern Time Zone
Making Digital Negatives with Inkjet Printers
Thu, Oct 1, 12-1:15pm
This class will be offered again on Wed, Dec 2, 3-4:15pm ET.
A 1-hr+ online Small Group session for 2-7 people. Dan walks you through the Inkjet Negative Template that he uses to make inkjet negatives for his own platinum prints. Anyone working in darkroom processes like cyanotype, VanDyke or other alternative processes will enjoy watching and asking questions about this easy way to make beautiful, functional negatives. Learn from the person who innovated the digital negative in 1992. Scroll down for the specific details of this class.
One of Dan's most popular online training options is the Small Group Session in which 2-7 participants interact with questions, screen sharing and conversation with Dan and each other using Zoom to connect. An efficient and affordable for those who enjoy group learning. Ask questions and get the individual attention that's missing in a Webinar. Class time is listed in the Eastern Time zone out of Dan's studio in Palenville, New York.
One day before class you will receive information by email on how to sign into Dan's virtual classroom.
Gilding on Vellum, Gold & Precious Metals, Nov 16 & 23
Nov 16 & 23
6-8pm ET Dive headfirst into the magical world of translucent paper and hand-applied gold leaf ONLINE. After you register, you will receive a Gilding Workshop Kit from Dan containing what you'll need for both 2-hour online sessions through Zoom. You will also need to purchase a can of spray varnish (that cannot be shipped from Dan).
Your kit will include inkjet vellum, 24K gold, imitation gold, gilding size, reusable working container, masking strips, artist tape, bristle and foam brushes and stirring sticks.
Complete information will be sent on how to prepare for these hands-on sessions including printing your images on the vellum in your kit. Learn the basics on how to make your archival prints glow! Class is limited to 10 participants. Registration includes 1 Gilding Workshop Kit and two 2-hr. online sessions with Dan as your guide.
Start time for each 2 hour session is 6pm ET (5 pm Central, 4 pm Mountain, 3 pm Pacific).
Lightroom Mobile for iPhone
Thu, Dec 17, 6-8pm
This class will be repeated on Thu, Feb 4, 11:30-1:30 pm ET.
From its organizational talents through a stunning arsenal of image editing tools, Lightroom is indispensable for iPhone photographers. Be amazed at Lightroom's ability to automatically select subjects, skies, backgrounds and more, to master color, tonality and detail in specific parts of the image like never before.
One of Dan's most popular online training options is the Small Group Session in which 2-7 participants interact with questions, screen sharing and conversation with Dan and each other using Zoom to connect. An efficient and affordable for those who enjoy group learning. Class time is listed in the Eastern Time zone out of Dan's studio in Palenville, New York.
You will receive your zoom link the day before class.