RIck Ferro | 2010 Top Pro Tour hosted by Westcott

Rick is an author, instructor, international and award-winning photographer with over 20 years experience. In the last twelve years, Rick has impacted the photographic community by being one of the leading wedding photographers in the nation. His clients have included 7-UP, Sprint, the Miami Dolphins, Master Card, Mercedes Benz, Walt Disney World to name a few.

In 1993, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, approached Rick to create for Disney a wedding photography department. Because of the Disney wedding growth, Rick had the pleasure of photographing for ABC's "Weddings of a Lifetime" and weddings on the highly successful "Regis & Kathie Lee Show".

Rick is the author of "Creative Techniques For Lighting and Posing", published by Amherst Media. Since then, Rick has published a second & third book and is committed to Amherst for three more.

Rick is asked to speak at professional guilds, conferences and conventions. Wedding Portrait Photographers International asked Rick to give numerous programs at their national convention in Las Vegas, and in 2002, his wife Deborah joined him on the speaking tour. As a member of Professional Photographers of America, Rick has received his PPA Master Photographer & Craftsman degree. He has also earned the honor of his images meriting the Loan Collection and Showcase Collection. Rick has an Associate of Science Degree and is a WPPI Master Photographer. At FPP, 2001 Rick received first place in "Social Function Portrait", "Best of Show" with a perfect score of 100 for his print "Postcard From The Edge". He was honored by, Kodak with the Kodak Gallery Masterpiece Award. In 2006 Rick received, along with his wife, the United Nations Leadership Award from the International Photographic Council.

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Photography Seminar featuring Rick Ferro

Mon. 09/20/10 Rick Ferro Jacksonville FL Jacksonville Marriott » Tickets »: Feature: What You See Is What You Get

Portraits using Constant Lights: During this session, Rick will walk you through the passion behind his traditional imagery as well as how to capture the drama within. Obtain first-hand training on the intricacies of sculpting and painting with light to insure every detail is covered and expressed as it should be. Rick will delve into you the "what you see is what you get" mindset and unfold the excitement within a shoot so you can understand the meaning behind light to create gorgeous images.

Westcott Expert: Lighting Demonstrations

Great portraits begin with great lighting. Using real-world demonstrations, you’ll learn ways to ensure quality lighting for indoor and outdoor portraits. This session will cover popular lighting styles, correct light positioning, proper exposures and everything in between. Whether you’re working with studio strobes, constant lights or speedlites, you will learn techniques that will instantly improve your lighting skills both in the studio and on-location.

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