2011 dates have been set!

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or

http://www.sarahdobbins.com/the-mwac-workshop

waiting list

I have a waiting list for the next MWAC Workshop--email me to be on it! As of yet there is not a workshop in the works, but I might start planning one for late spring. We had such a wonderful time at the last workshop--I never got around to posting an update (having a baby will do that to you) but it was a simply wonderful group of ladies. I have stayed in touch with several attendees since the workshops via email--I welcome all of them to email me anytime with photos, questions, etc. and some of them have... and it's such a joy to see them grow and develop as photographers!

the September MWAC Workshop is less than a month away!

And I am so sad to hear of the Intrepid Traveler's closing. What a wonderful addition to Cookeville's west side--we will miss you!

But that leads me to my next point--with the Intrepid Traveler gone, I'm on the lookout for a place to hold our workshop! I've got several leads, so stay tuned... and attendees who are signed up, never fear--we will meet wherever we must! We'll make it work!

There is still time to scoot in to the class if you want in--but do it soon! I am ordering materials and goodies and all kinds of cool stuff, and the deadline (August 20th) is rapidly approaching.

And do you know what I am doing today? I am pulling out all kinds of shots I took when I was first starting out. OUCH! It's painful. But I am going to collect them, print them, and show them at the workshop--we are going to learn all about what NOT to do, and how to fix common problems, based on the flub-ups of yours truly. So if that alone isn't worth seeing, I don't know what is. I can't wait to share it with you. (No, seriously!)

At last!

I'm now accepting registrations for the September MWAC Workshop!

Here is the info:

Sept. 5th, 2009 (Saturday)
9a-5p
Cookeville, TN
Breakfast and Lunch included
Sweet prizes and take-home workbook also very much included!
cost : $139 before July 1, $159 after

A digital SLR is recommended, but not required, and an editing program such as Adobe Photoshop Elements is also recommended, but also not required.

As always, email me with questions! I look forward to working with you!

Click the "buy now" button to register instantly via paypal, or email me if you would like to send a check.

emails have gone out...

If you're on the waiting list, but haven't received one, check your junk mail folder... and if you still don't see it, let me know!

The date has been set!

If you are on the MWAC Workshop mailing list, get ready... You're about to receive an email very soon with the date and time of the next MWAC Workshop!

MWAC Workshop : Round Three

Okay, so I have a waiting list about a mile long for the 3rd installment of my workshops. I really hadn't given much thought to holding a third one until the emails just started coming in... and kept coming... and coming... and coming! So I've finally started seriously thinking about getting one going, and it will probably be in August or September. Stay tuned for details!

where have I been??

oh poor, neglected, workshop blog. I actually dreamed about updating this blog last night--and so here I am!

With the February workshop all wrapped up, I've kind of been MIA on the workshop front, but I have a few requests for yet another round of MWAC Workshops, so I thought I would start a waiting list!

email mwacworkshop@sarahdobbins.com to get on the list, and be the first to know of the next workshop in the works!

chilly, windy, but full of energy!

That's how I would describe Saturday's workshop... what a wonderful group of ladies! We had such a great mix of personalities, and they didn't let me down--they absolutely stepped in and asked questions and asked me to clarify points, and just really made the day what it was for me--an incredibly positive experience!

Here's the image I edited in class... also posted on my regular blog... I was so impressed by all of our models. We had a wonderful group of moms, and the kids who came just proved it even more.

Okay... am I gushing? I probably am. I'll stop. But seriously, some of you who attended have sent me the sweetest emails and I appreciate it so much! I can't wait to see great things from all of you!

almost there...

Today I'm just tying up some loose ends and getting even more excited (is that even possible?)!

Attention Attendees--and attention any nikonians who still want in!

If you have not received a questionnaire via email, let me know!

I am really enjoying reading your responses--we are going to have such a great time! Reading some of your problems with your photos now--makes me nod my head and say YES, YES, YES... we will learn how to overcome those problems. Issues that I have struggled with as well at some point in my journey--we'll tackle them all! Some of you made me laugh out loud with your responses!

And, so far, it looks as though I am the only lonely Nikon girl in the group! Shoot Nikon? Been hankering after a registration but missed the deadline? Be the first to email me (include your model of Nikon body) and slip in under the radar with no late registration fee! This offer will expire soon!

I think I used more exclamation points in this post than I ever have before--must be cabin fever!

Welcome, February attendees!

Of course, there may still be a few of you squeezing in for February (yes, you can still sign up, even though the deadline has passed! It'll just cost you a bit more dough!). But you who have registered, you should have received an email from me today. Please be sure you got it--I want to be absolutely sure your junk mail folder is not going to eat my messages!

Stay warm!

Gift Certificates

Ok, some of you lucky ducks who got gift certificates for a seat for Christmas--you might notice the date says February 29, 2009. Well, the sharper among us (which obviously does not include me) will notice there is NOT a February 29th, at least not this year. That's meant to be the 28th. But you probably figured that out!

Our Feb 2009 workshop is just about bursting at the seams. I'm not closing registrations yet, because I can squeeze one or two more in, but time's a wastin'. If you think you might want in, you might want to go ahead and take the plunge!

Only six seats left : Hurry!

I only have six seats left for the upcoming MWAC Workshop--and I just know there are a few of you out there who want to sign up but are just procrastinating! (Or waiting for your husband to sign you up as a Christmas present. ::hint, hint::)

Get in while the gettin's good!

Registrations now open for MWAC Workshop : 28 Feb 2009

Registrations are now open!

$139 per person until December 25th, 2008 ; after that date registrations will be $175.

This workshop would be a great complement to that DSLR you're getting for Christmas... or the perfect gift for someone special!

See the link in the post below for workshop details.

Announcing : the MWAC Workshop--February 2009!

That's right, the MWAC Workshop is set for February 28, 2009.

Registrations will open shortly!

But first, some raves and reviews from our June workshop:

"I can't tell you what a difference this has all made. I am finally using something other than automatic!!! I feel so much more confident... I just feel like I am at a
whole new level."

"[my favorite part of the day was] basically getting the understanding of aperture and iso. I really was having a hard time with it and the workshop--face to face help--helped me with that."

"My favorite part of the day was pretty much everything! I think you did a wonderful job of explaining everything. I will totally recommend it to my friends!"

"You were so organized, very thoughtful, and so easy to talk to and understand. I appreciate you taking the time to communicate with us afterward as well."

and some images:






These are looking a little funky here on this blog--so please excuse that!

I can't wait to host this workshop again--I had such a great time with all the ladies at the June workshop and it was just an unbelievable day of learning, chatting, and working!

Here are the details about the workshop (same as before) : MWAC Workshop.

Registrations will open very soon, and all you lucky ducks who got a referral card from a past attendee are still eligible for the discount!

Stay tuned!

MWAC Workshop is moving!

What happened? I blinked, and all of a sudden it's the end of August, and my fall schedule is getting jam-packed... I am so anxious to get back to work, yet still not quite back on two feet. Wonder if anyone out there has a left foot I can borrow until mine is back?

I've decided to move the workshop to the late winter/early spring. Fall is such a busy time for so many families, and I am a huge believer that family should come first. I want as many people as possible to come to the workshop without having to juggle family obligations.

So, spread the word; tell your friends--the MWAC Workshop registration opens soon!

I will be sharing some images and some love letters from past attendees in the next post. Stay tuned!

long overdue update!

I apologize for being away for so long! Things are still on hiatus as I recover from my surgery. (see sarah dobbins : the blog for details).

The good thing is, I am able to get around a little better and will hopefully soon be able to sit at my desk where my calibrated monitor is! Yes, this means I can complete the workshop images and get them all to you who are waiting.

Folks waiting for information on the Fall MWAC Workshop--hang in there. I am still waiting to see when I might be back on my feet. It might be moved to the spring, depending; but I'm still shooting for possibly late fall!

Thanks so much to everyone for your calls and emails of support and well-wishes! They mean a lot!

MWAC Workshop : Fall 2008

I'm excited to be gearing up once again for the second round of the MWAC Workshop. We had such a great experience with the first one, and I have received so many sweet love letters from many of the attendees--I can't wait to do it again!

I still need to nail down the final date, and as soon as I do, I will open registrations.

To all the parents of our models--I'm still collecting and organizing images from our shooting portion. They will be available soon via immediate download! Stay tuned.

workshop check-in

We had a great time! Just a few images from Saturday...



...and an example of rule-breaking--I clipped her hands and feet, but don't care because the shot is too cute to pass up! :)