Dave beside "Sisters at Play", Art of Photography Show 2011
“My most inspiring teachers have ignited a passion in me for their subjects. I hope to inspire future photographers to think as highly of me as I do of my own mentors.”
Oh? You want to get into professional pet photography? Awesome. Just want to learn to use your fancy new camera? Cool. I have been teaching private lessons to groups and individuals since 2011. I'm happy to structure your lessons however you like, be that a private lesson on aperture control for depth of field or a presentation of Pet Photography 101 to your entire group/club. We can even spend the day together one-on-one in a free-form educational shoot tailored to your needs.
“As a dog photographer myself, I must say that David’s talent is natural and inspiring. He not only has “a way” with the animals, but his professionalism and personal nature make him a joy to do business with as a human.”
I have been a photographer since 1979, and a full-time professional since 2009. In 2011 Calumet Photo invited me to write and deliver a pet photography class geared toward the advanced amateur photographer. Calumet folded years ago, but I still teach it all around SoCal, presently offering private lessons, classes at George's Camera and Nelson Photo in San Diego. I also have the great honor of teaching classes at the San Diego County Fair where I have also judged the state's largest pro/am photography competition since 2012.
Private lessons begin at $125/hr. Discounts are available for a larger curriculum or when multiple students are present. Contact me by phone or feel free to schedule a Free Consultation here.