July Bootcamp sold out! Now accepting registrants for October 18, 19, and 20

We've now announced the next available Lighting and Skillset Bootcamp. We're now accepting registrants for October 18th, 19th, and 1/2 day on the 20th, with an opening reception on the 17th.

For more information and to register please contact the studio at 856.428.4268; 609.560.0877 or via email.

I'm amazed at the growth and the international response of the Lighting and Skillset Bootcamp. Attendees are traveling from all over the world. My most recent May Bootcamp was graced with students from Canada, Japan, Brazil, Mexicoand a U.S. contingency from coast to coast. The upcoming Summer bootcamp has quite an international flavor as well.  Please call us with any questions. Thanks to all those former students who've spread the word!! 

During the past few years since I've been doing workshops and seminars, the most common denominator for all of my students has been the need to develop their own style.  After 29 years of shooting I've come to believe the only way to accomplish this is to become one with your camera.  Seeing with your mind's eye is a lot different than just looking through your viewfinder.  In order to accomplish the former, a photographer's skillset must be first and foremost before they can begin developing their own style.

The goal of this workshop is for every photographer in attendance to drastically improve their skills and give them the confidence to go after their own style. 

The workshop will feature:

-  Various technical aspects and a deeper understanding of your gear.
-  A multitude of creative flash techniques.
-  Lighting your subjects from noon to midnight.
-  Live bridal shoots on location in Philadelphia.
-  Individual hands-on instruction during shoots.
-  Techniques in capturing the essence of our clients.

Other topics covered will be:

-  Client interaction and relationships.
-  Sales presentation skills including a mock presentation.
-  Building a referral base through vendor/partner relationships.
-  Client retention.
-  Workflow from capture to proof.

The next available two-and-a-half-day workshop will take place at my studio in Haddonfield, New Jersey on October 18th, 19th, and half day on the 20th, with an opening reception in the evening of October 17th for those who can attend.  The workshop will begin at 9am and go until we drop on the 12th and 13th and will end midday on the 14th.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided all three days.  Reasonably priced hotel accommodations are within moments of the studio and a referral list can be provided upon request. 

Tuition is $1,800 and attendance will be limited for more individual attention.

$900 is due upon registration and the balance will be due three weeks prior to the workshop.

Here's a few comments on my work, seminars, and workshops.

American PHOTO Magazine-"one of the top ten wedding photographers in the world"

WPPI- Cliff Mautner is "one of the top photographers and educators in the world"

Marcus Bell-"“Cliff is a pure craftsman with the lens and exhibits an amazing eye to capture the perfect moment.  Cliff has been able to turn these rare talents into an incredible business with a solid vision for the future.   A workshop with Cliff would fast track you to the big time.”

Joe Buissink-"Cliff sees light like nobody I've ever met"

Ray Prevost-"It amazes me when I hear new photographers complain about the bad locations and the lousy lighting they have to work with at weddings. What that tells me is that they need to learn the skills that are part of this profession. I can think of no better person to teach you to "deal with it" than Cliff Mautner. He does more than just deal with "bad light", he makes it into good light by using it to add drama and interest in his images. Even guys like me, who know where to find the good light, can learn how to do something other than run for the shade. I've learned much from Mr. Mautner.

COMMENTS FROM ATTENDEES:

"I also attended last weeks workshop and it's hard to put into words what a life changing experience it was. The whole concept of "good" light is out the window, Cliff shows us how to make any light "good light". As he say's as a wedding photographer your job is to catch the moments and you can't always afford to wait until the light is just right. He made shooting in direct midday sun not only ok but artistic, and beautiful. My confidence is way up from this, and I had several "aha" moments. Cliff obviously truly cared about each and everyone of us getting it. We got the feeling that he would have stayed with us all night until we got it if need be. He was very concerned with all of us having a great experience and took care of every detail of the workshop. He was a complete open book, and a very humble guy considering the huge talent and sucess he is. We even got to sit in on a real wedding inquiry meeting to see exactly how he conducts those."

"Cliff Mautner is beyond amazing. As a wedding photographer for the last 5 years, I learned more with cliff at this workshop in 3 days than I did in 5 years on my own. He will teach you how to see in ways you never even imagined. Turning the worst light into the most incredible advantage. I am so blown away that if Cliff ever offered another class, I would attend it even at double the price I paid. The quality of my work has taken a leap from where I was and my confidence is 10x what it was. I really believe I know what to do in any lighting challenge. I can't say enough other than to be at this class will give you an almost unfair advantage."

"Also, I don't think I've ever gone to a workshop or seminar where the host put so much effort into making sure EVERYONE'S needs were met. He left no stone unturned and logistically, the studio, the material, the food, drinks and everything else was fantastic.
As far as the content goes, he hit everything you could imagine. The class audience consisted of all levels of experience. From 25+ year professionals to people who are looking to take their hobby to the next level. From my conversations with my workshopmates, everyone felt they got their monies worth and a whole lot more."

 

For more information and to register please contact the studio at 856.428.4268; 609.560.0877 or via email.

Comments

[Lew]

PLEASE come back to Toronto!! I missed the last one that Scott hosted (due to a $2,500 car bill). I also echo the calls for a DVD! I'm sure it would sell like hot cakes! Mmmm...hot cakes! ;-)

[wedding photographer essex]

Wow, I love your photography. Amazing work, well done.

[Fred Davis]

I would love to attend this event and tell others about it. Is there any way to get a group discount?

[Slava Slavik]

Cliff, how many attendees will be there? Looks like I can make the April boot camp if it is not sold out. Beuatiful imagery!

[Adam Cavanagh]

When are you coming to Australia :)

[Mariage Photographes à Paris]

Mind blowing Post! I feel affection for it.

[specialass]

nice photos

[Romantic Wedding Proposals]

Beautiful photographs. I would love to attend a bootcamp like this at some point in time.

[Digital Photography Classes]

"Various technical aspects and a deeper understanding of your gear".....what that does mean exactly ?

[Austin Wedding Photography]

Hoping to be there Cliff...great work!

[Steve]

Are you ever coming to the uk?

[Garry Jones]

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[Eirik]

great photos Cliff!
will you be conducting any workshops in Singapore?

[nike shox]

In the name of God, That is it.God bless you all, and God bless America !

[Sharon Piller]

Hi Cliff. I just wanted to say thank you again for everything. Kaela and I both thoroughly enjoyed your workshop and have been recommending it to everyone. I was told that after attending one of your workshops, I will never look at light the same and I don't. I can't wait to start applying everything that you taught me. Thanks again and also a big thanks to Noelle for everything she does. I wanted to clone her and take her home, lol.
Cheers
Sharon

[Jill]

Cliff - you probably don't remember me at all. However, you shot our wedding in May 2002. We still have yet to see wedding photos as breathtaking and elegant as yours. Well, now I'm into photography myself and would LOVE to come learn from you. Are there still spots left? I found out from Mike Morby on fb. We live near each other and know some mutual people :-)

Can't wait to hear how you are doing! Awesome to be back in touch. I keep in touch with Matt Harnick still via fb too.

Blessings,
Jill Samter

[fotograf nunta]

It looks very interesting the workshop, if I could come would be so good. I am convinced that I have much to learn from you (especially the techniques in capturing the essence of our clients).

[Wedding Photographers Leeds]

Great idea, well worth a look from anyone I'd say!

[Homeowner Insurance]

Your photos help me so much. Very nice photos. Professionalism counts!

[Nikon Price]

Wow that was odd. I just wrote an incredibly long comment but after I clicked submit my comment didn't appear. Grrrr... well I'm not writing all that over again. Anyway, just wanted to say excellent blog!

[Homeowner Insurance]

I love your wedding photos! Amazing shots!

[Andy]

I'll have to see how caught up I am on albums by then :)

[Andy]

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[Photographer Essex]

all picture is so great .

[tiannan]

Hi! Cliff, like the style of wedding pics.