UPCOMING WEBINARS
Please note - these are LIVE events and may or may not be recorded*.
Please note - these are LIVE events and may or may not be recorded*.
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SEPTEMBER
DIGITAL - "photo restoration"
with CHRIS PAULIS
FREE (available to the FIRST 250 ATTENDEES only)
SORRY YOU MISSED IT
ABOUT INSTRUCTOR
M.Photog.,M.Artist,Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, MDPPA-F.Ph.A.Ph As an accomplished photographer, and former educator, Chris now focuses on photo-restoration. His accolades are numerous and impressive. He's a Nine-time Finalist in the PPA Grand Imaging Awards, 2020 Winner Grand Imaging Award in Restoration, 2023 ASP Images of Distinction Best Restoration, 2019 Southeast District Photographic Competition 1st place- Artist Division, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 MDPPA Artist Photographer of the Year, 2019, 2020, 2021 MDPPA Commercial Photographer of the Year, 2017 Ron Coss Memorial Award (for service to MDPPA and the profession).
Do you want to harness your creativity and Photoshop skills and learn how to master the art of photo restoration?
Maryland-based photographer and digital artist, Chris Paulis, will show you how to make it happen.
He will show you his techniques for creating restored works of art from damaged, faded or otherwise 'broken' pictures.
Chris' weeklong class at MARS will be an intense, yet fun and rewarding class, and will help you discover the process, and attain outstanding "new" images.
This class will be a pleasant respite from the ordinary, and will unlock your creative potential in a new way. Do not miss your opportunity this May, 2025.
M.Photog.,M.Artist,Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, MDPPA-F.Ph.A.Ph As an accomplished photographer, and former educator, Chris now focuses on photo-restoration. His accolades are numerous and impressive. He's a Nine-time Finalist in the PPA Grand Imaging Awards, 2020 Winner Grand Imaging Award in Restoration, 2023 ASP Images of Distinction Best Restoration, 2019 Southeast District Photographic Competition 1st place- Artist Division, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 MDPPA Artist Photographer of the Year, 2019, 2020, 2021 MDPPA Commercial Photographer of the Year, 2017 Ron Coss Memorial Award (for service to MDPPA and the profession).
OCTOBER
PORTRAITURE - "the interactive experience"
with FRANCIE BALTAZAR STONESTREET
FREE (available to the FIRST 250 ATTENDEES only)
SORRY YOU MISSED IT
ABOUT INSTRUCTOR
Francie began her career photographing AC/DC, Queen, U2, The Rolling Stones and many other rock bands, where she learned to photograph under intense pressure and get it right in camera. So Francie prides herself on working effectively and quickly without sacrificing quality. Today, Francie is a sought-after portrait artist, wedding photographer, branding specialist and curated custom commissions.She is fun, uplifting, energetic and has a great sense of humor. After joining PPA in 2008, Francie earned her Certified Professional Photographer, Master Photographer, and Master Wedding Photographer degrees. She's been awarded PPA Diamond Photographer of the Year, along with multiple Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze awards. In addition, Francie has been honored with Fuji Masterpiece, Kodak Elite, The Sunset Award and the prestigious Canon Par Excellence Award, as well as numerous local and state accolades, all testament to her proficiency and influence in the photography industry. In addition, she is a 3 time GIA award winner and 3 times on Team USA for the World Cup in which all three of her images were in the top 10 in the world. Beyond the lens, Francie excels in the art of communication and motivation as a professional speaker. Her engaging talks inspires photographers to reach new heights and unlock untapped potential. Furthermore, as a Photoshop and Lightroom coach, Francie shares her diverse skill in retouching and workflow.
* If you could not make a live event, CLICK HERE to learn more about recordings.
Creating a beautiful and evocative portrait takes planning and skill. It requires flattering lighting and great posing to make it all work. Texas-based photographer, Francie Baltazar Stonetreet will explain her techniques, tips, tricks, and process for success. Learn how to create impactful images that resonate with viewers and harness the power of emotions to create stunning visual narratives. Francie's experience, talent and techniques will get you on your way to 'making the magic' your clients can't resist. If you want the tools to success then this webinar is just a taste of Francie's weeklong class at MARS 2025. Sign up now!
Francie began her career photographing AC/DC, Queen, U2, The Rolling Stones and many other rock bands, where she learned to photograph under intense pressure and get it right in camera. So Francie prides herself on working effectively and quickly without sacrificing quality. Today, Francie is a sought-after portrait artist, wedding photographer, branding specialist and curated custom commissions.She is fun, uplifting, energetic and has a great sense of humor. After joining PPA in 2008, Francie earned her Certified Professional Photographer, Master Photographer, and Master Wedding Photographer degrees. She's been awarded PPA Diamond Photographer of the Year, along with multiple Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze awards. In addition, Francie has been honored with Fuji Masterpiece, Kodak Elite, The Sunset Award and the prestigious Canon Par Excellence Award, as well as numerous local and state accolades, all testament to her proficiency and influence in the photography industry. In addition, she is a 3 time GIA award winner and 3 times on Team USA for the World Cup in which all three of her images were in the top 10 in the world. Beyond the lens, Francie excels in the art of communication and motivation as a professional speaker. Her engaging talks inspires photographers to reach new heights and unlock untapped potential. Furthermore, as a Photoshop and Lightroom coach, Francie shares her diverse skill in retouching and workflow.
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JANUARY
PORTRAITURE - "Artistic Fashion"
with ROSALIND GUDER
FREE (available to the FIRST 250 ATTENDEES only)
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ABOUT INSTRUCTOR
Rosalind Guder is an internationally award-winning celebrity & portrait photographer and educator in Los Angeles. A native of Toronto, she began in the fashion world designing for Maggie Reeves. She transitioned into the corporate world until she moved to Los Angeles in 1999. In 2013, Rosalind received her first camera and began to study photography on her own. In late 2019, she began her professional photography career, winning some of the most prestigious awards in the industry, including ASP's Images of Distinction and Diamond Medalist Photographer of the Year at PPA. In 2020, she joined forces with For the Stars, the celebrated Hollywood fashion house with a 36-year pedigree of creating haute couture gowns and costumes for top performing artists, models and celebrities throughout the world. Rosalind now combines high-end fashion with photography, giving her clients their own masterpiece portraits. Rosalind is a member of World Photographic Cup - Team USA. She is a Certified Professional Photographer and holds five Masters degrees, including M. Photog. and Cr. Photog. degrees from Professional Photographers of America and an MPP in Fine Art Portraits from Master Photographers International.
Want to create gorgeous, WOW portraits? Do you want to learn lighting and how to control it? Are you stressed out when posing people?
Then we've got what you need. California-based photographer, Rosalind Guder, will teach you great lighting. posing and composition, in the studio and on-location.
If you want the confidence and know-how to make portraits that are well lit, stylishly posed, and properly composed, spend a week with Rosalind.
She will share her knowledge, so you can create stunning images any time, anywhere. Don't miss her full-week class this May, at MARS 2025.
It could be a game changer for you!
Rosalind Guder is an internationally award-winning celebrity & portrait photographer and educator in Los Angeles. A native of Toronto, she began in the fashion world designing for Maggie Reeves. She transitioned into the corporate world until she moved to Los Angeles in 1999. In 2013, Rosalind received her first camera and began to study photography on her own. In late 2019, she began her professional photography career, winning some of the most prestigious awards in the industry, including ASP's Images of Distinction and Diamond Medalist Photographer of the Year at PPA. In 2020, she joined forces with For the Stars, the celebrated Hollywood fashion house with a 36-year pedigree of creating haute couture gowns and costumes for top performing artists, models and celebrities throughout the world. Rosalind now combines high-end fashion with photography, giving her clients their own masterpiece portraits. Rosalind is a member of World Photographic Cup - Team USA. She is a Certified Professional Photographer and holds five Masters degrees, including M. Photog. and Cr. Photog. degrees from Professional Photographers of America and an MPP in Fine Art Portraits from Master Photographers International.
FEBRUARY
COMMERCIAL - "imagery the world sees"
with JOE GLYDA
FREE (available to the FIRST 250 ATTENDEES only)
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ABOUT INSTRUCTOR
Joe Glyda is a Commercial photographer for over 45 years specializing in Food and product, Architecture and Aviation. He worked on staff at Kraft Foods for 36 years and created mouthwatering images for ads, brochures, recipe booklets and other print media and the company's website. He was instrumental by introducing digital technology to Kraft back in 1993, which then completely changed the 8x10 film-based studio into a full-service digital studio by 1995. His leadership in the digital field along with his commercial photography expertise led him to teach at PPA conventions, and PPA schooIs across the country and Canada. In addition to his photography, Joe currently helps restore WWII planes into flying condition.
Do you want to explore a new area of photography? Do you want to create fabulous images of products for upscale clients?
Learning the ropes to commercial product photography can be fun and rewarding. In both classroom sessions and on-location tutorials,
Oklahoma-based photographer, Joe Glyda, will teach you his techniques, tips and tricks on how to produce great product photographs,
featuring dramatic lighting, and creative composition, to maximize the pictorial content. Joe's weeklong class at MARS 2025 will be ultra-informative,
and will help you grow photographically. DO NOT MISS IT!
Joe Glyda is a Commercial photographer for over 45 years specializing in Food and product, Architecture and Aviation. He worked on staff at Kraft Foods for 36 years and created mouthwatering images for ads, brochures, recipe booklets and other print media and the company's website. He was instrumental by introducing digital technology to Kraft back in 1993, which then completely changed the 8x10 film-based studio into a full-service digital studio by 1995. His leadership in the digital field along with his commercial photography expertise led him to teach at PPA conventions, and PPA schooIs across the country and Canada. In addition to his photography, Joe currently helps restore WWII planes into flying condition.
MARCH
NATURE - "the wonderful outdoors"
with CECIL HOLMES
brought to you in part by TAMRON
FREE (available to the FIRST 250 ATTENDEES only)
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ABOUT INSTRUCTOR
Tamron Pro Ambassador, Cecil Holmes, is a professional nature photographer living in Huntsville, Alabama. He has a love for the outdoors, wildlife, and travel and that is expressed in his images. With his passion and desire to be the best he can be, Cecil spends a lot of his time traveling the globe, and photographing the wonders of nature. As an award winning photographer, his images have appeared in articles and advertorials in publications such as Nature Photographer, Outdoor Photographer, Shutterbug, and many local publications.
Do you want to develop a more creative way of seeing and capturing images of the natural world? In both classroom sessions and "in the field", Alabama based photographer, Cecil Holmes, will show you how. With his down-home personality, and approach to photography, he'll teach you his techniques, tips and tricks on how to capture great wildlife and nature photographs, and how to use composition, lighting and color in your images to maximize the pictorial content. It will be an informative week that will help you achieve dynamic images that will satisfy your creativity. Don't miss this weeklong class, this coming May, at MARS 2025.
Tamron Pro Ambassador, Cecil Holmes, is a professional nature photographer living in Huntsville, Alabama. He has a love for the outdoors, wildlife, and travel and that is expressed in his images. With his passion and desire to be the best he can be, Cecil spends a lot of his time traveling the globe, and photographing the wonders of nature. As an award winning photographer, his images have appeared in articles and advertorials in publications such as Nature Photographer, Outdoor Photographer, Shutterbug, and many local publications.
* If you could not make a live event, CLICK HERE to learn more about recordings.
M.A.R.S.
Mid-Atlantic Regional School of Professional Photography
a PPA Community Network School for continuing education in all aspects of photography
Mid-Atlantic Regional School of Professional Photography
a PPA Community Network School for continuing education in all aspects of photography