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I attended an earlier workshop. Will this workshop be the same or different? |
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This weekend workshop is unlike anything that has been offered previously by Leica camera in North America. The workshop includes, two and a half days of shooting experiences, class room lectures and small group instruction providing the most complete instruction on the Leica M system currently available.. |
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I do not own a digital camera and know very little about editing in the computer. Will I still enjoy this workshop? |
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Yes, As long as you have an interest in using the latest digital rangefinder from Leica and want to explore improving your photography, this workshop is for you. |
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I have owned every Leica film and digital camera since 1954. I have a full collection of lenses and consider myself an experienced photographer. Will I learn anything from this workshop? |
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First, thank you for your loyal support of Leica! We are confident that you will find this a challenging, enlightening and fun weekend of photography. |
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Will Leica be selling lenses at the event? |
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No, This is an educational program. No equipment will be sold on site. |
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I just bought an M9. Is this workshop right for me? |
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Absolutely. This weekend will provide you with a great way to learn the in's and out's of the M9 and push yourself creatively as a photographer. |
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What handouts will be provided. |
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Each participant in the Leica Weekend will receive a Leica Akademie note book. This will serve as a guide for the weekend and reference in the future. |
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Where will this workshop take place? Does Leica provide transportation? |
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We are currently in the process of booking the location for this event. It will be held in downtown Manhattan. More details on the location will be posted once they are final.
The workshop will kick off on Friday, Sept 16th, 4:00PM and conclude on Sunday, September 18th, 5:00PM
Attendees are responsible for all travel expenses to and from the venue. |
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Should I bring a laptop? |
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Yes. If you own a laptop, we encourage you to bring a computer loaded with Adobe Lightroom or other photo editing / viewing software. The weekend will include small group and individual edits of your photographs, having your own computer will greatly increase the speed of the editing process. |
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Will I need a car? |
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Participants are responsible for their own transportation during this workshop. However a car will not be required during the course of the actual workshop. All shooting locations will be within walking or taxi distance of our home base for the weekend. |
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Should I bring my camera and lenses? |
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Yes. You will have access to a complete collection of Leica products, but you are also encouraged to bring whatever you would like to shoot to make the most of your workshop.
This workshop is focused on the Leica M9 and we will provide loaner cameras during the program. But you are welcome to bring your own camera to shoot along with the M9. |
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I have additional questions. Who should I contact? |
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Yes, we can be reached through email at Akademie@leicacamerausa.com or by phone: 201 962-9927 |
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