The first Photographers' Workshop of 2012 will be getting underway on Monday, January 9th and I'm feeling pretty excited about it. (I'm only teaching three classes this year, in January, June and September.)
All the regular seats in the class are full, but I'm going to open a few more auditing seats for anyone who wants to join in. (Auditing students can ask questions, upload photos and participate in class just like regular students - the ONLY difference is that I do not provide evaluations for auditing students.)
If you'd like to check out more details, you can check them out here and if you'd like to register, you can do it here. (Once you're registered and completed the check-out process, you'll receive a welcome email with more details and I'll get your class binder mailed off to you!)
And something else you might be interested in...
Clickin' Moms is doing a really cool campaign right now to benefit RAINN, the nation's largest anti-sexual assault organization and they were kind enough to ask me to be a part of it.
They're asking photographers to take a photo of themselves holding a sign that completes the sentence, "I am a ________" and for every photographer who sends in their photo, Clickin' Moms will donate $1 to RAINN.
They even chose the word 'Documentarian' for me (which made me feel pretty good.)
The deadline to submit your photo is January 3rd (sorry for the short notice) but you can use this code (freetrial1211) to get a free trial membership on Clickin' Moms and from there, you can become a part of this campaign. (You can find specific submission details on their site.)
Might as well get your New Year off to a good start.
And if you're reading this Josh Downs...I'll be sleeping with your shirt tonight. (I asked him to send me one of his dirty shirts because I just needed to smell him.)
i am so excited for class to begin on monday!!! i've been waiting a long time to take it & it is finally time. happy new year!
Posted by: Mindy | January 02, 2012 at 10:17 PM
Karen, I got your email and have what you asked for but I have stuffed the settings on my email account and it won't send. I am in California atm so need to find the phone number to ring for help and will try and fix it tomorrow. (My mum is waiting for an email from me too ops). Its annoying because I can receive them but not send them.xxx
Posted by: diane herman | January 02, 2012 at 10:56 PM
Just to say:
The money for Karen's class last January, was the best investment I've made for my photography. I've just seen a collection of photo's by her past students and they are testimony to a great teacher. Wow, wow, wow Karen AND thanks & wow! to those compatriots who shared their talents. Happy documenting 2012.
Posted by: caro | January 02, 2012 at 11:43 PM
To anyone on the fence about Karen's class - definitely do it - it is a terrific investment in photography and your family. Trust me. And Clickin' Moms is pretty terrific too!
Posted by: Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita | January 03, 2012 at 07:14 AM
What a beautiful photo, the pretty light and those wonderful smiles, and YOU are in it. I am sure you are counting the days til Josh Downs is home...each day is one day closer! Hooray for 2012.
Posted by: janel | January 03, 2012 at 07:34 AM
Karen,
Have been following our blog for awhile and wanted to drop by and say what an inspiration you have been. Thank you for sharing your life so openly. Your's is probably the only blog that makes me cry (most recently I was crying right along with you through your triathalon - I have a 5k coming in February and am slightly terrified!). Oh yeah, I sleep with my husband's shirts too. I totally get that.
~C
Posted by: Candy | January 03, 2012 at 09:46 AM
So excited to be coming back for round 2 of your workshop! Can't wait for Monday!
Posted by: Laura M. | January 03, 2012 at 01:30 PM
Oh wow, Karen, that is a great idea about the shirt!! I will have to do that next time my husband deploys :)
Posted by: Robyn :) | January 03, 2012 at 03:21 PM
As I was leaving work I briefly saw you running thru town...
had to drop some mail at the post office and thought about waiting to see if you came by and would shout out a HELLO !!
Didn't wait and alas saw you continue on towards the post office...
well no stalking today...
Just wanted to say HI
Laura
(Old No Bare Pages Girl)
Posted by: laura | January 03, 2012 at 07:34 PM
Love this photo and this is the perfect word for you! I used to sleep in my hubby's shirt when he worked up in the Yukon and I wouldn't wash it for the longest time because I didn't want to wash his smell off.
Looking forward to Monday!! :)
Happy Birthday to you!! (at least I think it is your B-day) :)
Posted by: ♥ Debbie | January 03, 2012 at 10:18 PM
I have two shirts that my hubby wore when he was home in Oct for RNR...One is on a pillow so I can hug and snuggle with and the other I use to sniff during the day when I am really missing him...which is always!!! :)
Posted by: Amy | January 04, 2012 at 05:34 AM
Hi Karen, I love the quality of your pictures. What camera and what lens do u use?
Posted by: Kate | January 04, 2012 at 10:50 AM
Hi Karen, I have been following your blog for years and I must say you look fabulous. I love your blog post about your family and faith you are blessed as am I. Have a great 2012. Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Bracale | January 04, 2012 at 05:58 PM
Thank you for participating, Karen! We love you on CM!! :)
Posted by: Lacey | January 06, 2012 at 10:33 PM