Update: March Course is now SOLD OUT - New dates have been announced!

This one-of-a-kind ONLINE Master Class is designed to advance your creative, composition and technical skills so you can take your fine-art long exposure photography to the next level.

This Master Class is offered in an ONLINE format, so you can learn at your own pace, wherever you are in the world. It's also a great choice if you cannot commit to one of Marc's famous in-person workshops.

This Master Class is designed for photographers who already have experience with fine-art long exposure photography techniques. Marc has designed this class with a heavy emphasize on personalized image feedback, and he will offer very specific guidance on building a unique body of cohesive work that each participant will be working on during the course.

The course will begin with an in-depth evaluation of each participants portfolio (please submit 4 to 8 images for this). At the end of this review, Marc will prepare, for each student individually, specific shooting assignments with the goal to add a minimum of 5 - 10 images to this portfolio. Rather than pre-determined lessons, Marc will aim his lesson content to the actual needs of his students. Lessons may include topics such as advanced post processing techniques, how to market your work, editing your work, refining your vision and creative skills, defining your artist statement, etc

Each week Marc will spotlight the work of one of the participants. He will provide his thoughts and feedback on the work, and discuss where to go next. In addition, Marc will also share the entire 'photographic workflow' behind one of his award-winning images each week. This includes building the concept, pre-visualization, location, specific camera equipment and techniques used, as well as a screen capture video of each step taken in post-production using software such as Photohop, Nik SilverEfex, Autopano and others...

This Master Class will also include a mimimum of 4 'google hangouts', or live video conferences/chats, so that participants can communicate directly with Marc to get their questions answered. Participation is optional, and each session will be recorded so if you cannot attend you can enjoy it later when it fits your schedule.

For this Master Class, Marc has choosen to use the Google Plus platform to deliver most of the course. A vital part of this class is the interacton of all participants. The more everyone shares, the more everyone will benefit. Marc will create a 'closed' or 'secret' circle reserved just for particpants of the course, and instructions on how to join will be send a few days before the class starts.

The goal of this Master Class is for everyone to not only learn, get an in-depth understanding of what it takes to create fine-art long exposure photographs with high impact, but also to leave the course with a fresh portfolio inspired and created during the course, with the guidance of your instructor and fellow course participants.

Class size is strictly kept to a maximum of only 10 participants.

When you complete the online registration, it will ask you to upload your favorite long exposure photograph. This is so that Marc can evaluate whether this is the right class choice for you. We may contact you and ask for a more extensive portfolio (images samples) in a effort to keep all participants in this class at the same high level.

If you have taken Marc long exposure weekend workshop, or his 10 week online course on long exposures, then you qualify for this Master Class. If you haven't, you can still join but must demonstrate that you have sufficient knowledge and experinece with fine-art long exposure photography.

Images above: Copyright Marc Koegel Photography

in 2012 Marc had 100+ students from all over the world take an online Course from Marc! Students came from all over the world, including (but not limited to) the follwoing countries: Canada, USA, Mexico, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Turkey, Spain, The Netherlands, Italy, France, Portugal, Russia (Moscow), New Zealand

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Here's a selection of student feedback received:

I want to express what a joy this has been in learning from you. You are an inspired photographer and a great teacher, and I want to thank you for your video critiques and the time you invested to create the video lessons and handouts.

Jeff S.

Marc, thank you for a very beneficial and enjoyable class. I sincerely appreciate your dedication to your students.

Sam B.

I’ve just come back from a trip de Turkey (amazing and beautiful country) and have been watching your posted reviews of our 5th assignment. It’s a fantastic learning experience, and I want to say how much I personally appreciate the time you put into it.

Greg H.

I really apprceiated the video tutorials and video feedback of everyone's images. I learned so much and got inspired seeing what the other participants photographed. In addition to your PDF handouts it made for a truly multimedia learning experience. My only criticism is that I wish the course would have lasted longer -:) Thank you Marc.

Sebastian T.

Your course has been a wonderful learning experience. And has taken me a step closer to the kind of photography I love the best. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you yet again for this opportunity.

Milicska J.

I’ve really enjoyed your teaching and the techniques in producing this dramatic style of photography. Thanks for putting this course together and being able to go through and comment on each and every photo submitted.

Nis S.

Your assignments got me out practicing and shooting. Your feedback was not only helpful but also extremely encouraging and motivating. Thank you for an amazing 10 weeks.

Sharon M.

Thanks Marc. You have been a wonderful teacher. Even with my hearing impairment, I have easily followed your on-line tutorials and you have been so kind and positive with your feedback. This course came at the perfect time for me.

Shirley B.

I am finding the note packages you send to be easy to follow.....thanks!

Ron L.

I have enjoyed the course very much. It really has stretched me, as a photographer....which is good.....and learned so much.

Jacquie C.

I have really enjoyed this class and your feedback, thank you and I look forward to the continuation of this long exposure life style!

Curtis J

You have shown us step by step how to do this (long exposure photography), and what programs and techniques you are using. This has really given me something to sink my teeth into and a direction to take my hobby that gets me excited. I am super pleased. Thank you.

Mark S.

Marc, many thanks for your review of my images. The way you look at these and your comments are incredibly helpful in giving me ideas for both building skill as a photographer, and giving me the visual tools to further understand composition.

Christopher M.

Class 1:

Overview of all participants portfolios (please submit 4 - 8 images at least 1 week prior to start of the course). Discussion of goals for the Class. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. First assignment given.

Assignment 1 given (this will be specific and personalized for each participant)

Cass 2:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. Google hangout video conference for live question and answer opportunity (exact timing to be discussed in class)

Cass 3:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Assignment #1 feedback and review. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production.

Assignment 2 given

Class 4:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. Google hangout video conference for live question and answer opportunity (exact timing to be discussed in class)

Class 5:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Assignment #2 feedback and review. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production.

Assignment 3 given

Class 6:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. Google hangout video conference for live question and answer opportunity (exact timing to be discussed in class)

Cass 7:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Assignment #3 feedback and review. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production.

Assignment 4 given

Class 8:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. Google hangout video conference for live question and answer opportunity (exact timing to be discussed in class)

Class 9:

In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Assignment #4 feedback and review. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production.

Assignment 5 given

Class 10:

Final class. In-depth portfolio review of one participant's work. Assignment #5 feedback and review. Presentation of one of Marc's award-winning photographs including video showing each step taken in post production. Wrap-up and final question + answer session.

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How this ONLINE Course works:

Marc is excited to start teaching in this new online format.

Every week (on Monday), you'll receive a notification that new class content is available for you to view. We will also give out bi-weekly photo assignments. Photo Assignments are due on Sunday evening every two weeks (so you got 13 days to get each of them done).

Every 2 weeks you'll receive personalized feedback on your submitted assignments. This is where our online course really shines. Marc has reserved time to communicate and provide feedback to each student individually, something that is often a challenge in a 'traditional' workshop setting. To guarantee your access to your instructor Marc, we have limited this online class to only 1o participants. And all critiquing is done by Marc himself, not hired teaching assistants.

You upload your images to a private acess restricted website (we will use Google Plus for this course), where only your fellow course participants and your instructor Marc can see them. Here, you can also receive comments and see the other participants images and what Marc and other's have said about them. There is also a forum were you can get in touch 24/7 with your questions and comments.

Details on how to access the specifically created google+ website area and how to upload your photos will be provided about a week before the course starts.

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Frequently asked questions:

Q: How much time will I need to work on this course each week?

A: A minimum of 30 minutes each week, plus shooting assignments. You can spend significantly more time, you will get out of this course what you put in.

 

Q: What kind of camera and lens do I need for this course?

A: Any digital or film camera will do, as long as it has manual controls and is able to do a 'bulb' exposure. In addition to your camera, you'll also need a good sturdy tripod, a remote or cable release (so you can keep your camera's shutter open for minutes), and a ND filter.

 

Q: What ND filters do you recommend?

A: Marc uses ND filters made by B+W. Specifically, he uses a B+W ND 110 10 stop filter and a B+W ND 106 6 stop filter, so he can achieve a total of 16 stops of ND when both filters are stacked. For more info on filters please visit Marc's blog by clicking here.

 

Q: Do I have to be online at any specific times?

A: No you don't. You can review the course content, which is posted online, at any time that is convenient for you. You also submit the assignments online, and this can be done anytime before the assignment due date. For teh live video conferences organized through 'google hangout', recordings will be provided so if you cannot join live you will be able to view them later.

 

Q: Do I need to own any software for this course?

A: No you don't. All software presented can be downloaded as free trial versions, so you can follow along and only decide to buy if you are convinced it is the right choice for you. For this class, Marc will be using Adobe Photoshop CS6, NIK Silver Efex 2 and Color Efex 4, as well as Autopano Pro Panorama creation software.