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2007 Southern Short Course in News Photography
Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 9:25 PM on 03.02.07 |
->> Are you looking to grow professionally? Hear from expert speakers? Get thoughts about career advancements from hiring managers from around the country? Gain constructive feedback on your portfolio?
If so, then come to the 2007 Southern Short Course. It will be held at the Holiday Inn Choo Choo in Chattanooga, Tennessee from April 12-15th. Learn from industry experts through a curriculum written by a Pulitzer Prize winning educator. Hear the faculty talk about pictures during the open judging.
Attend interactive breakout sessions over four days… no more boring lectures... audience participation is welcome.
Student Day:
What should I do to prepare for the road ahead? What can I expect from my first job? How do I succeed in any working conditions? What is the difference between job and career? What kids of things can I do to bring home better pictures? How can I improve as a journalist?
Multimedia Day:
Where is multimedia headed? How do you shoot for multimedia? Capture great sound? How can you quickly produce a multimedia piece with software (mostly) found on your laptop? What do editors look for in online portfolios? How do you market yourself online?
Content day:
Need new solutions to everyday challenges? Want to build respect in the newsroom? How do you find fresh story ideas? How can you shoot better sports photos under any circumstance? How do you handle tough times?
Keynote speaker day:
How could we let you leave the conference without inspiration and little kick in the pants?
Faculty includes: Chris Ranier, National Geographic; Jim Gehrz, National POY; Lisa Krantz, NPPA Region 8 POY; Louis Deluca, 5-time Region 8 POY; Greg Kahn, North Carolina POY runner up; Juliette Coughlin, DOP, The Ventura County Star; Sam Cranston, DOP, Daytona Beach News Journal; H. Rick Bamman, Deputy Photo Editor, Northwest Newspaper Group; Swayne B. Hall, Asst. Visual Teams Leader, The Arizona Daily Star; Marc J. Kawanishi, East Carolina University; William Thompson, Randolph Community College; Robert Hood, Director of Multimedia, MSNBC and Jim Sedia, senior producer, MSNBC, Grover Sanschagrin, Executive Producer, Sports Shooter
More here: http://www.southernshortcourse.com/
Questions? Marc Kawanishi, Co-Director – photoedit1@yahoo.com |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 3:36 PM on 03.18.07 |
->> SSC UPDATE:
Faculty change: Michael Williamson of the Washington Post, two time pulitzer and two time national POY winner replaces Sam Cranston, Director of Photography, the Daytona Beach News Journal. Fear not, Cranston will joing the 2008 Southern faculty.
Breakout session changes: Long term projects and story generation added to the Building respect breakout sessions. Students can enter the contest and attend the Thursday, April 11th Community Coffee House breakout session for free.
Breakfasts: Canon USA and the Chattanooga Times Free Press are sponsoring free breakfasts (for patrons).
Career help: 50 jobs will be posted just prior to the Saturday portfolio critiques.
More here: http://www.southernshortcourse.com/
Questions? Marc Kawanishi, Co-Director – photoedit1@yahoo.com |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 8:40 PM on 03.18.07 |
| ->> Michael always gives a good breakout and I highly recomend getting a critique from him. |
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Jeff Blake, Photographer
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Columbia | SC | USA | Posted: 12:06 AM on 03.19.07 |
| ->> see you there marc and jason |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 2:52 PM on 03.19.07 |
->> Jeff
Sad to say I wont be there this year and on top of that I missed the best SXSW music festival since Stevie Ray Vaughn passed away. Im missing all the big events this year. But youll see me next year. Have fun.
Jason |
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Tommy Metthe, Photographer
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Abilene | TX | | Posted: 6:38 PM on 03.19.07 |
->> Wow! I may actually wake up in time to partake in the free breakfast this year since Frizzelle won't keep me out drinking too late.... ehhh who am I kidding?
See you guys there! We'll drink one for you Jason. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 9:51 PM on 03.19.07 |
->> Oh and dont ask Tommy what Barb-Q places take Visa.
Jason "Does this place take Visa?"
Tommy "Dude McDonalds takes Visa."
Tommy "Dude heres ten bucks......they dont take Visa." |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 12:09 AM on 03.20.07 |
->> One of the great things about the Holiday Inn Choo Choo is the trolly which takes you to and from downtown. Of course it's only a short walk to all the fun and excitement.
I understand that Dave LaBelle is going to be around too. Perhaps in the breakouts but definately selling the Great Picture Hunt 2. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 1:11 AM on 03.20.07 |
| ->> Oh Yeah CONTEST DEADLINE!!!!!!!! March 28 5PM |
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Jeff Blake, Photographer
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Columbia | SC | USA | Posted: 1:18 AM on 03.20.07 |
| ->> Jason, no mammoth burger this year? I'll keep Tommy inebriated for you. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 12:36 AM on 03.22.07 |
| ->> For any students showing their portfolios to Jack Rowland.......here's a little advice...."Defend the tilt." Just thought id pass that on. Enjoy the course everybody. |
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Liz Bowles, Photographer
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New Bern | NC | USA | Posted: 11:31 AM on 03.22.07 |
| ->> I am so pumped for Southern this year! Only a short walk to all the fun and excitement? I can handle that! |
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Liz Bowles, Photographer
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New Bern | NC | USA | Posted: 1:56 PM on 03.22.07 |
| ->> WHAT!?! Southern without Jason? Unheard of! |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 2:10 PM on 03.22.07 |
| ->> I know Who's gonna streak through the lobby this year?????? I vote for a duet..........Tommy and Jeff complete with sommersauts!!!!!! |
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Mike Spencer, Photographer
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Fayetteville | NC | USA | Posted: 10:25 PM on 03.22.07 |
->> Hello,
Just checking in and moving this thread back up to the top. I handle the registration for SSC and want you to attend. The SSC is always a great educational(not to mention fun) weekend and a way to connect with folks in the industry. This years SSC in Chattanooga, Tenn. will be great. Hope you can make it.
Mike Spencer |
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Jeff Blake, Photographer
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Columbia | SC | USA | Posted: 11:02 PM on 03.22.07 |
| ->> Trust me Jason, no one wants to see that. |
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Brad Mangin, Photographer
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Pleasanton | CA | USA | Posted: 11:12 PM on 03.22.07 |
->> Another great reason to attend this cool event is to see our own beloved Grover Sanschagrin speak. Grover has put together a wonderful presentation that is required viewing by any photographer who has a website or wishes to have one.
Grover is such a draw that there are rumors flying around the country that Orlando's own Gary Bogdon might make the trip just to hang out.
PS: If you would like for Grover to look at your portfolio make sure you buy him a nice glass of tequila first. Trust me. |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 12:47 PM on 03.23.07 |
->> Hey Magin: you coming to SSC?
By the way, The Chattanooga Times Free Press is doing the Saturday eye opener... Bill Fortney and I had a great time helping the staff make selections for their pictures of the year in December.
That staff has some great shooters on the rise -- Ashlie White, Angela Lewis and Kathleen Greeson -- who are also helping us out greatly in Nooga Town. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 5:37 PM on 03.24.07 |
->> Brad
Is that such a wise idea? I mean noone ever tells the truth after drinking tequila......least that's what I heard and contrary to popular belief the worm gives really good advice. |
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Liz Bowles, Photographer
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New Bern | NC | USA | Posted: 3:22 PM on 03.25.07 |
| ->> I think every portfolio review would go alot smoother if the reviewer had a little something to drink, tequila or otherwise, first. Can we make that mandatory? How about just moving reviews to the hotel bar? |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 3:39 PM on 03.25.07 |
| ->> On that note Ill be reviewing portfolios at the Green Lantern on Evans street tommorrow. If you get there before the Red Sox game reviews will cost one pint. After the game one pint. During the game.......oh that's gonna cost you. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 8:40 PM on 03.26.07 |
->> To all the students.....I know the portfolio reviews are very informal but go in there like youre applying for a job. Be fully prepared with not only a cd but with your resume and the whole nine. Take some time to think about what you want to do and where you plan to go in the next 6 months 1 year and even 20 years. And have fun while youre at it.
Jason |
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Trevor Frey, Student/Intern, Photographer
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Bowling Green | KY | USA | Posted: 10:20 PM on 03.26.07 |
->> Hello all, It's still a few weeks away, but myself and a buddy will be looking for a room at the SSC. Anyone want to give some students a place to stay and subsidize their room?
my email is
frey.trevor@gmail.com
Best, trev
ps, I have Canadian beer to share. |
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Stephen Traynor, Photographer, Photo Editor
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Harker Heights | TX | USA | Posted: 9:48 AM on 03.27.07 |
->> I just sent in my entries for the contest. Does anyone know how quickly the website will be updated after the conference is over? Will we receive any kind of communication about the results before hand? Thanks for the info in advance.
Wish I could be there for the event, but with such a small staff, it is hard to get away all the time. Tommy, don't go too overboard on the beers. I still need your love and support at the UIL State Track meet in May.
Steve |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 11:35 PM on 03.27.07 |
->> New info: Long term projects and story generation added to the building respect breakout session. Friday night portfolio critiques added.
Steve: We try and post the winners within a day or two. Our webmaster Dan Charleson will be onsite. So check us out!
Trevor: I just put your post on a photo a day... hopefully somebody will contact you. Be sure to read the post by Jason Frizzelle. He ran the SSC internship program last year and has been doing portfolio critiques the past couple of years. Have a look at the special Thursday night breakout just for students and the careers in photojournalism breakout session Saturday. |
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Tommy Metthe, Photographer
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Abilene | TX | | Posted: 1:37 AM on 03.28.07 |
| ->> Thanks Steve, the hangover should be over by May!! |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 8:44 AM on 03.30.07 |
| ->> Tommy are you and Jeff doing the lighting demo this year? That is always a great demo. |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 7:59 PM on 04.02.07 |
->> This just in....
Todd Bennett, freelance photojournalist and Sports Illustrated lighting guru has been added to the curriculum.
He will do an exclusive session geared towards improving your day to day lighting techniques. He will also answer questions about stadium lighting. |
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Collin Chappelle, Photographer, Student/Intern
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Macon | GA | USA | Posted: 9:30 PM on 04.02.07 |
->> Just wanted to say hey and pre-introduce myself...a bit nervous, but you guys make it sound like a blast. Can't wait to meet everyone. See you there!
Collin C. Chappelle |
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Woody Marshall, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Macon | GA | USA | Posted: 10:02 PM on 04.02.07 |
| ->> About the bar... We will have a cash bar and free snacks for portfolio reviews Saturday night. Reviews will start around 8 pm. SSC buys the beverages for faculty. I can't wait to buy Tommy a beer. Woody |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 10:06 AM on 04.03.07 |
->> The breakout with Todd is excellent. The man can light anything and for anyone with lighting questions this will be a perfect opportunity to get some hands on advice. Thanks Marc that answered my previous question.
Jason |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 4:07 PM on 04.03.07 |
->> Dont worry Collin its not like these guys bite, well except for Tommy, hes kind of a tough guy, Todd just gives you a really mean look, oh and Mike would bite except hes such a light weight hell pass out before ten. Have fun theres nothing to be nervous about its a great course and well worth waking up at 8AM everyday.......oh wait noone mentioned that did they?
Jason |
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Marc Kawanishi, Photo Editor, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 9:19 PM on 04.05.07 |
->> A couple of new things with Southern being only one week away...
1) Southeastern Camera of Raleigh, N.C. is joining the vendors on Saturday. The owner, Tony Mansfield, is a former photojournalist and a classmate of mine from my first photojournalism. He will be bringing numerous goodies for sale including: Cameras, lenses, cf cards, bags, expo discs. Stop in and see him -- they wheel and deal!
2) Virginia POY runner-up, Mark Gormus of the Richmond Times Dispatch will be joining Greg Kahn and myself during the Thursday night Community Coffee House breakout session for students.
Also, there are a few rooms availible at the Holiday Inn Choo Choo due to folks from another convention (taking place across town) cancelling. If interested I'd reserve quickly! |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 12:51 PM on 04.06.07 |
| ->> Gormus gives lots of great advice on realities of the job and is willing to take time with students for portfolio reviews. |
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Greg Kahn, Photographer
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Charlotte | NC | USA | Posted: 9:18 PM on 04.07.07 |
->> Great news to hear Gormus will be joining us for the community coffee house!
And I couldn't agree more with Frizzelle about Todd Bennett's lighting knowledge. His tutorial and demonstration at SSC last year about lighting high school gyms was extremely informative. I still have pages worth of notes.
See you all in just a few days!! |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 11:46 PM on 04.08.07 |
->> Greg
Youll have pages more to take from Gormus. The man is a wealth of info. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 4:44 PM on 04.09.07 |
->> Marc
Is there gonna be an ethics breakout this year? Given the current situation with it could make for a great disscussion being so fresh.
Jason |
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James Nix, Photographer
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Brunswick | GA | USA | Posted: 10:45 AM on 04.10.07 |
->> I can't imagine this year's short course being any better than last year, but it looks like it will be. I'm really excited about the multimedia day.
I hope the portfolio review sign up is a little more orderly than last year.
See everyone in a few days!
James |
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Chris Viola, Photographer
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Brunswick | ga | usa | Posted: 1:40 AM on 04.12.07 |
->> Just bumping the thread back up top and wanting to say if James Nix and I dont kill each other on the drive up expect to see us there.
-chris |
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James Nix, Photographer
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Brunswick | GA | USA | Posted: 7:01 AM on 04.12.07 |
->> Chris ... Why are you awake at 1:40 a.m.??? We're leaving for Chattanooga at 8 a.m. and you're driving.
See everyone tonight
James |
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Jeyhoun Allebaugh, Student/Intern
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Durham | NC | | Posted: 12:19 PM on 04.12.07 |
->> Wayy late notice but an assignment that I had to shoot for this weekend fell through and I can now make it for the weekend. Anyone keen to share a room friday and saturday night?
email me through my member page if you're interested. |
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Jeff Blake, Photographer
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Columbia | SC | USA | Posted: 6:13 PM on 04.12.07 |
| ->> We'll be there Friday afternoon, I'm sleeping with Tommy, whoo hoo! |
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Grover Sanschagrin, Photo Editor, Photographer
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San Francisco | CA | USA | Posted: 7:14 PM on 04.12.07 |
| ->> Yikes. The Musak playing in the Chattanooga Airport sure is awesome! Be sure to listen to it in the baggage area! I'm listening to it right now (free wireless!) Classic. |
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Jason Frizzelle, Photographer
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Greenville | NC | USA | Posted: 1:39 PM on 04.13.07 |
| ->> Any winners yet? |
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