The Photography West Mentor/Mentee ( M & M) Program MENTOR APPLICATION 2019

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1 The Photography West Mentor/Mentee ( M & M) Program MENTOR APPLICATION 2019 The design of the M & M program is to provide an opportunity for photographers of all experience levels to follow the path to make great pictures that are of interest to them, learn tips and techniques of the Mentors, meet and network with fellow Mentees and become more confident in their skills. The program is designed to help Mentees learn through a series of live classes, educational videos, one-on-one sessions with their mentor, homework assignments, group photo shooting sessions, hands on post processing of photographs. The photo class lessons (2 hours) will concentrate on Composition and Lighting, Group and Self Critiquing of Pictures and post processing work with Lightroom / Elements. We will be using Tony Northrups s Book How to Create Stunning Digital Photography to assist with the learning process. It utilizes 14 hours of educational videos. To maximize the learning experience each mentor and mentee is encouraged to purchase the book in Book or Kindle format. There will be specific classes on Controlling your Camera, quick tips, and problem solving, Landscape Photography, Composition, Flash Photography, Long Exposure Photography, High Dynamic Range Photography and Cell Phone Photography. The mentee and mentor may select other areas of interest such as Portraits, Still Life Photography, Street Photography, Animals, Night Photography, Macro Photography, Under Water Photography. Two critique events (one digital/one print) will be held as well as a Solo Show for the group, and a Friday Program will be put together with the Mentee digital photo contributions. Duration of this program approximately is approximately ten (10) weeks (January through March). It is the responsibility of the Mentor to: Attend as many of the sessions with the Mentee as possible. Accompany the Mentee on a photo shoot each week to help the Mentee fulfill the weekly assignments (help set up times, locations, select appropriate subjects). Help the Mentee with editing on the computer. Help the Mentee to print and mount the photos. Help the Mentee prepare their best photos for the Critique Events, Solo Show and Friday Program. Attend Critique Events. Help the Mentee as needed preparing/burning a CD / Thumb Drive for the Friday Program presentation. Offer encouragement, advice, and information that will help develop the Mentee s photography skills. Sit down with the Mentee to watch educational videos in the areas of specific interest to the mentee and discuss what was learned. I have read and understand the above information pertaining to the Photography West M & M Program. I agree to fulfill the responsibilities of the Mentor. Signature: Date:

2 Please PRINT SCW Rec Card # Name Street Address City, State, ZIP Home Phone Cell Phone Address Alternate Address City, State, ZIp Camera / Computer Equipment Information Camera Make Camera Model Camera Type (circle One) DSLR Point and Shoot Other Camera Lenses Camera Accessories Computer Operating System Photo Editing Software Other Photo Software Photo Editing Proficiency Printer Make & Model Comments MAC Windows Linux Lightroom Elements Photoshop CC Other Topaz On One NIK DxO Other Novice Beginner Proficient Expert

3 Camera/Photography Skills Information Rate the following 0-5 (O= No experience, 5 = Confident, Mastered) Photography Experience Camera Experience Experience with other cameras Experience with using Shutter Speeds and F Stops Experience with Mode Settings Experience with Exposure Compensation Experience using Bracketing Experience using metering modes Experience with ISO settings Experience with white balance/color temperature settings Experience with interpreting Histograms Experience with tripods Experience with in camera and external flash Have you taken any Art or Photo Classes (List) Have you used your printer for photos Are you skilled in B & W photography Have you participated in any photo competitions In Photography West competitions what is your photographer classification Comments YES YES YES NO NO NO

4 Computer/Photography Skills Information Rate the following 0-5 (O= No experience, 5 = Confident, Mastered) Basic Computer Knowledge Experience using Adobe Lightroom Experience using Elements Experience using Photoshop CC Experience with file transfers Experience organizing photo files Experience burning CDs /DVDs/ Thumb Drive Camera and Computer Skills and Experience Summarize / Comment on your skills and experience (including classes, training, special experiences)

5 Expectations / Interest Explain what you would like your Mentee to learn from you during this program. Photography West Camera Club Participation Describe current / past involvement with the club. Workshop Information Do you have special knowledge or experience in some aspect of photography that you would like to share in a Class setting?

6 Agreement and Signature I wish to apply for the 2019 program I am willing to work with Two Mentees. I would like to work with another Mentor. I understand that submitting this completed application does not guarantee me a position in the Mentor/Mentee Program. Acceptance to the program is based on the ability to match your skills and experience with a Mentee. I have read and understand the information pertaining to the Photography West Mentor / Mentee Program stated on the website Mentoring Program page. Name (Printed) Signature Date For Committee Use ONLY Date Application Mentor Book Purchased (no Refund) Comments You may mail your application to: David Fudge M&M Program W. Domingo Ln Sun City West, AZ 85375