Events

Open House for Careers in Photography

Sunday, December 7th
If you have been dreaming about a career in photography but just don't know how to get started, this is it! Join us for our exciting Careers in Photography Open House where you will experience the Unique Educational Training System that has turned those with a genuine interest into professionals in only 10 months. We have the system. You provide the ambition and determination. Sounds incredible? Learn for yourself on Sunday, December 7th, starting at 12:30PM. Call us now at 413.863.2478 (or send e-mail) to tell us you will join us.

Guest Speaker: Jay Maisel

Monday, January 12th
Hallmark is honored to have the legendary Jay Maisel kick off the 2009 Guest Lecture Series. With 40 plus years' experience shooting memorable color images all over the world, Jay brings his knowledge, images, and stories for a memorable morning at Hallmark. Jay's life is filled with unforgettable imagery, many imaging awards and a love of teaching and sharing with budding photographers. His unending enthusiasm that began over four decades ago still permeates his being today. The Hallmark class of 2009 will remember Jay, his images and his words for years to come.
More information: http://jaymaisel.com/

Guest Speakers: Justin and Mary Marantz

Tuesday, January 20th
Justin & Mary Marantz are new contributors to our guest lecture series. They are internationally traveled destination photographers, who call New England home. Justin is a 2003 graduate of the highly-acclaimed Rochester Institute of Technology, and Mary is a 2006 graduate of the Yale Law School. They travel all around the country sharing how they have created a very successful photography business, and will show the class what it takes to market, promote and run a successful business in this very competitive field.
More information: http://justinmarantz.com/

Guest Speaker: Andy Marcus

Tuesday, January 20th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome Andy Marcus, renowned New York City wedding photographer, to Hallmark. Andy Marcus turned a small, almost 70 year old family-owned studio founded by his father, Fred Marcus, into a multi-million-dollar business serving the biggest celebrities in New York and the surrounding area. Today, Fred Marcus Photography serves 400 to 500 weddings each year and has a full-time staff of professionals who specialize in photography and graphic design. Eddie Murphy, Donald Trump, William Baldwin, Mary Tyler Moore and Art Garfunkel are a short list of some of Andy's clientele. This phenomenal wedding business is a stunning example for any aspiring wedding photographer.
More information: http://fredmarcus.com/

Industry Panel Discussion

Wednesday, January 28th
Photographers Representative John Kenney will lead this panel discussion on working aspects of our industry. Fellow panelists, TBD. This will be an excellent day to learn important things about the industry, and enable all to ask those nagging questions as to how our industry works. One of the photographers that John represents is Gary Land, our orientation week speaker.
More information: http://jkand.com

Guest Speaker: David Turner

Wednesday, January 28th
David Turner, staff photographer at Hearst Publications, will spend time to share his amazing imagery with the class of 2009. Many of you will be freelancing throughout your careers, and David will share his wealth of knowledge on the subject. The class will be delighted to meet one of the most talented and accessible photographers in this segment of the imaging market.
More information: http://www.davidturnerphotography.com/

Alumni Roundtable

Tuesday, November 25th
Just prior to the resident class leaving for their Thanksgiving Recess, a short school week ends with plenty of food for thought with our annual Alumni Roundtable event. A panel of Hallmark alumni from recent years are invited back to Turners Falls for an inspiring day of engaging and enlightening discussion. Students will have the opportunity to ask lots of questions and get a new take on what working life will be like after Hallmark. The business portions of the curriculum start to become more vivid now as students mull over their own plans for June 2009.

Hallmark's Class of 2009 to Invade PhotoPlus Expo

Friday, October 24th
An exciting annual event for all of us at Hallmark Institute of Photography, hosted by the MAC Group. The entire class and staff will travel to NYC to attend and participate in the world's most important trade show and conference for commercial photographers: PhotoPlus Expo. Be prepared for a fun-filled day to, from, and in NYC with the whole gang!
More information: http://photoplusexpo.com/

Hallmark Alumni Gathering at PhotoPlus Expo

Thursday, October 23rd
On Thursday, October 23rd, 2008, Hallmark Institute of Photography will host a gathering of Alumni in New York at Sun West, one of the city's premier studios for fashion, film and photography. This highly anticipated event will take place from 6:00 - 9:00pm, following the first day of the PhotoPlus Expo. In addition to alumni, some of Hallmark's guest speakers, industry leaders and renowned photographer friends will join us for an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, "shop-talk" and fun. Alumni who wish to attend should RSVP by October 17th, 2008 to Kirsten Snow and make arrangements to be at Sun West, 450 West 31st Street, Tenth Floor, New York, NY on the evening of October 23rd.

Open House for Careers in Photography

Sunday, October 19th
If you have been dreaming about a career in photography but just don't know how to get started, this is it! Join us for our exciting Careers in Photography Open House where you will experience the Unique Educational Training System that has turned those with a genuine interest into professionals in only 10 months. We have the system. You provide the ambition and determination. Sounds incredible? Learn for yourself on Sunday, October 19th, starting at 12:30PM. Call us now at 413.863.2478 (or send e-mail) to tell us you will join us.

Class of 2009 Welcome

Wednesday, September 3rd

Our 2008-2009 training program officially begins with our 3-day Orientation taking place at our industry-envied, fully equipped, 50,000 square foot Educational Center.

Wednesday, September 3rd
Our Orientation program commences with Registration followed by a formal presentation that will include faculty and staff introductions, along with familiarization with our facilities. Then come some fun surprises to break the ice, help the students get to know each other, and make everyone feel at home. We'll also introduce our new class to some of the highlights we have planned for them during their 10-month journey. Our afternoon session will undoubtedly be filled with inspiration as World-Renowned Documentary Photographer, Mary Ellen Mark, arrives at Hallmark to kick off our prominent Guest Lecturer Series, to share her imagery and passion from her illustrious career.

Thursday, September 4th
Today's morning session focuses on information designed to produce an educational environment and spirit of mutual respect, cooperation and integrity throughout our 10-month training program. The afternoon session features a presentation by Certified Speaking Professional, Eric Chester. As a former teacher and a coach, and author of nine books, Eric has been an invited motivational speaker to more than 1,500 schools where his presentations have made a positive impact on the lives of over 2 million students.

Friday, September 5th
Our final day of Orientation begins with an introduction into the unique educational training process that leads our students to success in the photography and imaging arts field. Our Orientation Week comes to a close with what promises to be an action-packed presentation by Highly Acclaimed Contemporary Lifestyle Photographer, Gary Land.

Class of 2008 Graduation

Friday, June 20th
Join the faculty, staff and alumni of Hallmark, as well as distinguished members of the photographic profession, in honoring the accomplishments of the Class of 2008 in a casual yet professional outdoor setting. Festivities will conclude with a light buffet-style luncheon.

This event is open to the general public. If you are interested in attending, please contact us.

If you weren't able to make it click here for a slideshow of the event!

Doctors Without Borders Benefit

Thursday, June 19th

Through June 29th

Students at Hallmark Institute of Photography conduct a print exhibit at the Hallmark Museum of Contemporary Photography to benefit independent humanitarian aid organization, Doctors Without Borders.

Students generously donated over 600 images for this worthy cause. From this group, 200 juried images will be chosen and professionally printed at 11"x14" for the exhibition, which has its opening on Thursday, June 19th at 1:00pm. Approximately 60 images will be displayed in 20"x24" frames upon the walls of the museum, with the remaining prints arranged for viewing throughout the museum. The students' prints will be sold for $175.00 for a matted and framed image, or shrink-wrapped against board for $95.00. Prints can be picked-up or shipped anywhere in the world. All of the proceeds from the sales of the prints and frames will be donated to Doctors Without Borders.

Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international independent medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural or man-made disasters, or exclusion from health care in more than 70 countries.

Each year, MSF doctors, nurses, logisticians, water-and-sanitation experts, administrators, and other medical and non-medical professionals depart on more than 3,800 field assignments. They work alongside more than 22,500 locally hired staff to provide medical care.

In emergencies and their aftermath, MSF provides health care, rehabilitates and runs hospitals and clinics, performs surgery, battles epidemics, carries out vaccination campaigns, operates feeding centers for malnourished children, and offers mental health care. When needed, MSF also constructs wells and dispenses clean drinking water, and provides shelter materials like blankets and plastic sheeting.

Through longer-term programs, MSF treats patients with infectious diseases such as tuberculosis, sleeping sickness, and HIV/AIDS, and provides medical and psychological care to marginalized groups such as street children.

MSF was founded in 1971 as a nongovernmental organization to both provide emergency medical assistance and bear witness publicly to the plight of the people it assists. A private nonprofit association, MSF is an international network with sections in 19 countries.

Final Portfolio Review

Thursday, May 22nd

Through Friday, June 13th.

The Year-end Portfolio Review process represents the culmination of a student's 10-month professional photography training at Hallmark. During the Portfolio Review process, the review panel will critically analyze each individual student portfolio to determine whether or not it possesses the necessary technical and artistic skills that qualify the student for employment in field of professional photography and imaging. Students will receive in-depth commentary from each of the panelists as to the areas of strength and weakness represented in his or her portfolio. Upon successful completion of the year-end portfolio process, the student qualifies for a Certificate of Completion from Hallmark.

Hallmark Institute of Photography is pleased to announce the selection of three world-class photographers to review the year-end student portfolios of the Class of 2008. Iconic portrait and fashion photographer Barbara Bordnick from New York City, passionate photo-documentary photographer Beth Reynolds from Ft. Lauderdale, FL, and internationally acclaimed commercial and fashion photographer David Turner from New York City have been chosen to review each individual student portfolio from this year's graduating class. Each of these photographers exemplifies the top of his or her individual imaging disciplines. Hallmark's President, George J. Rosa III states, "We are absolutely thrilled to have access to the caliber of talent, commitment and passion that this year's world-class photographers bring to Hallmark's year-end portfolio review process. I don't know of a better year-end gift we could provide to our students than the opportunity for each of them to have their bodies of work reviewed and commented on by professional photographers with the diverse and exceptional experience of this panel."

Barbara Bordnick is an internationally acclaimed portrait and fashion photographer. Barbara began her career in Copenhagen and Paris creating fashion imagery for the pages of Harpers Bazaar. In 1968, she returned to New York City to open her own studio and begin her forty-year career as one of the first and foremost women photographers in the nation. Her work is part of many permanent collections including the International Center for Photography in New York City, The Gilman Paper Collection in NY, The Polaroid Collection in Cambridge, MA, the George Eastman House in Rochester, NY, and the Hallmark Museum of Contemporary Photography in Turners Falls, MA. She is an adjunct faculty member at the Parson's School of Design, as well as a lecturer and educator at workshops, colleges and conferences around the world. To learn more about Barbara, visit ore about Barbara, visit barbarabordnick.com.

Beth Reynolds is an award-winning photo-documentary photographer who lives and works in St. Petersburg, FL. Her work and life reflect her ongoing desire to not only document and share the people and images around her, but more importantly, she uses this passion, empathy and skill to help those around her. Beth runs a successful publishing company, is the Photography and Digital Coordinator for the Art Center in St. Petersburg, and is a public affairs specialist for the US Coast Guard Reserves. Beth lectures at workshops around the world, has published numerous books and exhibits her work across the country. Beth states, "Documentary photography walks a fine line between empathy and exploitation, between what to shoot and what not to shoot. Hard to define, the struggle is present every time a project begins. In the end, a 'true' picture reflects the truth and soul of a person. To realize such pictures, I make photo-documentaries rather than single images, because this process takes me through time and creates a more complete story." To learn more about Beth, visit photodocumentarypress.com.

David Turner is a New York City commercial/fashion photographer. David started his career in Milan, Italy, shooting features for top fashion magazines. Later he joined Fairchild Publications that publishes W Magazine and Women's Wear Daily. Living and working in NYC, David does numerous assignments for major commercial clients around the world. David is currently the Sr. Photographer for Hearst Magazines that publishes Harpers Bazaar, Esquire, and Seventeen Magazine, among others. His recent assignments include Donald Trump, Sean Combs, Nicole Kidman, Damon Dash, and Tommy Hilfiger. David brings a lifelong passion and love for the field of professional photography, in addition to a wealth of talent, experience and knowledge, exemplifying his successful career as one of New York City's most talented photographers. To learn more about David, visit davidturnerphotography.com.

This event is open only to family members of the Class of 2008, alumni, members of the photographic profession and applicants and enrollees of the Class of 2009.

Guest Speaker: Greg Heisler

Monday, May 12th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome back photographer Greg Heisler, one of the top photographers in NYC. Greg began his career shooting for Life Magazine; that launched one of the most successful careers in contemporary editorial photography. Shooting portraiture with a mix of editorial and corporate, Greg is one of the most sought after photographers currently working in NYC. His world-renowned imagery, and light and realistic approach to the industry, will entertain and educate students and faculty alike.
More information: http://gregoryheisler.com

Guest Speaker: Brian Smith

Tuesday, May 6th
Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial photographer Brian Smith has been creating bold, graphic images of celebrities, athletes and titans of industry for magazines, annual reports, corporations and advertising for more than 25 years. Smith's photographs of famous and infamous faces of the noteworthy and notorious have graced the covers and pages of hundreds of magazines.
More information: http://briansmithphoto.com

Guest Speaker: Bill Diodato

Tuesday, May 6th
Bill Diodato graduated from Hallmark in 1987. After completing his education, Bill moved to NYC where he has cultivated an impressive list of clients to include companies like Avon, Victorias Secret, Clinique and Clairol, to name just a few. Bills unique prowess of combining beauty and style, while exploring the fine line between art and commercial photography, has made him one of the most successful and sought after young photographers working in the ultra-competitive New York Commercial Market.
More information: http://billdiodato.com/

Guest Speaker: Colin Finlay

Wednesday, April 30th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome Colin Finlay, one of the worlds foremost documentary photographers. Equally comfortable working with a video or still camera, he is a four-time Picture of the Year winner, and is part of the news crew for a FOX documentary that won an Emmy award for the documentary Black vs Brown: When Colors Collide." We are pleased to host this master of the documentary photograph.
More information: http://colinfinlay.com

Guest Speaker: Douglas Kirkland

Wednesday, April 30th
Hallmark is pleased and honored to welcome back World Renowned Photographer Douglas Kirkland. Douglas started his career at Look and Life Magazines in the 60's and 70's "golden age" of photojournalism. Some of his books include Light Years, Legends, Body Stories, An Evening With Marilyn and the best selling James Cameron's Titanic. His latest book "Freeze Frame", released late 2007, a compilation of his life's work, will be available at his lecture. Douglas has exhibited worldwide and when he is not traveling the globe on assignment with his wife and business partner Francoise, he is at his home and studio in the Hollywood Hills.
More information: http://douglaskirkland.com/

Student Open House

Sunday, April 27th
This annual event -- created and run entirely by the resident class -- showcases the student body's creative work, technical skills, and bright future. Visitors will be able to tour our 40,000 square foot facility and meet the class of 2008. The day's offerings include live portrait and commercial photographic sessions, a benefit print sale, and technical demonstrations in our state-of-the-art Design Lab and Imaging Lab.

Guest Speaker: Douglas Dubler III

Friday, April 25th
Douglas Dubler has been a fashion, beauty and fine art photographer for over 30 years, who seamlessly uses his craft and creativity to produce images in editorial, advertising and fine art photography. His commercial clients include Coty, Max Factor, Revlon, Redken, Avon, Charles of the Ritz, Sally Hansen, and Clairol. His mastery of light makes him one of the most prolific photographers working in our field today.
More information: http://douglasdubler3.com/

Guest Speaker: Joyce Tenneson

Tuesday, April 22nd
Hallmark is pleased to welcome renowned photographer Joyce Tenneson again to Hallmark. Joyce is among the most respected photographers of our time, and has been described critically as "one of America's most interesting portrayers of the human character." Her work is a combination of portraiture and mythology-she is interested in discovering the archetypes of our being. She has published ten books, and will be releasing an eleventh this month. Joyce's work is some of the most acclaimed fine art photography in the imaging world.
More information: http://tenneson.com/

Guest Speaker: Al Satterwhite

Tuesday, April 22nd
In 1969 after a year as the Governor of Florida's personal photographer, he quit to start a career as a freelance magazine photographer with Camera Five, an agency in NYC. Over the next 10 years he worked on assignment for almost every major magazine. Some of his commercial clients include American Express, Coca Cola, Dole, DuPont, Eastman Kodak, Johnson Outboards, Kent Int'l, Molson, Nikon, Oldsmobile, Polaroid, R J Reynolds, Saab, Sony, Tuborg, Universal Studios & Westinghouse - to name a few. He has won many national and international awards. Al is considered an authority on color and design, and has four (4) published books of his work on this subject.
More information: http://alsatterwhite.com/

Guest Speaker: David Wells

Wednesday, April 16th
David H. Wells is a freelance photographer based in Providence, Rhode Island. An editorial, commercial and location photographer working across New England, he focuses on photo-essays for publication and exhibition. He is an award-winning, digitally capable photographer, producing images for local, national and international clientele including Life Magazine, National Geographic Publications, the New York Times Magazine and the Philadelphia Inquirer Sunday Magazine, to name a few. His photo-essays have focused on globalization in India and Bangladesh, the pesticide poisoning of farm workers in California, the lives of South Asian immigrants in America, the challenges facing fishermen in New England as well as the complex relationship between Israelis and Palestinians. He has done work for numerous corporations including Consolidated Natural Gas and DuPont.
More information: http://davidwells.com

Guest Speakers: Clint Hild & Pablo Encinias

Wednesday, April 16th
Clint & Pablo will share there real-life experiences working together as assistants (digital and studio) in NYC. This lecture is a must for everyone, and especially for those who are planning to go to NYC after graduation. What is it like living and working in the highly charged and exciting commercial assisting world of NYC? The class will find out a lot from this hardworking, contemporary duo.
More information: http://clinthild.com

Open House for Careers in Photography

Sunday, April 13th
If you have been dreaming about a career in photography but just don't know how to get started, this is it! Join us for our exciting Careers in Photography Open House where you will experience the Unique Educational Training System that has turned those with a genuine interest into professionals in only 10 months. We have the system. You provide the ambition and determination. Sounds incredible? Learn for yourself on Sunday, April 13th. Call us now at 413.863.2478 (or send e-mail) to tell us you will join us.

Guest Speaker: Rick Souders

Tuesday, April 8th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome back Rick Souders, commercial photographer specializing in food photography in Denver, CO. Rick and his team will share their award winning commercial photographic techniques. He will also share his communication skills and philosophy highlighted in his popular book, "The Art and Attitude of Commercial Photography". Rick's inspirational presentation is an essential peek into what it takes to succeed in today's imaging world, without learning by making common mistakes in our competitive business.
More information: http://soudersstudios.com/

Guest Speaker: Bobbi Lane

Tuesday, April 1st
Hallmark is pleased to welcome Bobbi Lane, commercial photographer specializing in creative portraits, travel and stock. Lane's multi-faceted approach to photography incorporates over 30 years of technical experience with innovative artistic interpretation. Bobbi is the Chair of the Education Committee for the APA and will be presenting their important presentation SEP (Successful Emerging Photographer) to the 2008 class. On the following two days, she will be in the classroom as a part of Hallmark's Visiting Lecturer Program. Bobbi is located to Connecticut with her partner, Dave Miles, and her two cats, Carmen and Squeak.
More information: http://bobbilane.com

Guest Speaker: Bill Sumner

Tuesday, April 1st
Photographer Bill Sumner is a new Guest Lecturer for Hallmark. It is interesting to note that when Bobbi Lane started her photographic career, Bill was the first photographer that she assisted. Bill helped launch Bobbi's photographic career. Bill has been a commercial photographer for over 25 years. Bill is one of those professionals that is known in the industry as an imaging expert and problem solver. Nothing excites Bill more than tackling a commercial project full of challenges and devising unique and ingenious ways to create a visual masterpiece. Bill will share his lifelong successful career with the class, inspiring all with his knowledge and experiences.
More information: http://billsumner.com

Guest Speaker: Mary Ellen Mark

Monday, March 24th
Mary Ellen Mark is a New York based photographer who has published fifteen successful books, had many exhibitions around the country, and creates commercial and editorial work for high profile clients like LIFE Magazine, The New York Times Magazine, Rolling Stone, and Vanity Fair. Her documentary work depicting diverse cultures has become a landmark in the world of documentary photography. She will share her award winning vision and interesting insights with the class of 2008.
More information: http://maryellenmark.com

Guest Speakers: Alison Pierce-Cotton & Bleu Cotton

Wednesday, March 12th
Alison Pierce-Cotton and Bleu Cotton will share the ins and outs of their successful West Coast Portrait and wedding business with the class of 2008. Alison is a 1995 graduate of Hallmark Institute and will share her experiences and insights on graduating from Hallmark and moving to California to run a very successful portrait and wedding business.
More information: http://bleucotton.com/

Guest Speaker: Jim DiVitale

Tuesday, March 4th
Jim DiVitale, nationally renowned photographer and photography instructor from Atlanta will be here to share his amazing imagery, digital photography, computer photo illustration and design prowess with the class of 2008. Jim has been a member of NAPP Instructor Dream Team since 2000, and will have lots of great images and information to share and teach to our class.
More information: http://divitalephotography.com/

Guest Speaker: Lois Greenfield

Tuesday, March 4th
It is our pleasure to have Lois Greenfield join the Hallmark Guest Lecture Series. Lois Greenfield has been compared with Eadweard Muybridge for exploration of human locomotion, and with Cartier Bresson for capturing the elusive moment. She has created signature images for most of the major contemporary dance companies. Her unique approach to photographing the human form in motion has radically redefined the genre, and influenced a generation of young photographers. Her newest venture has taken her career full circle, collaborating and performing around the world with the Australian Dance Theater in "Held," a dance inspired by her photography in which she shoots the live action as part of the performance. Lois has hired numerous Hallmark Graduates to intern in her studio in NYC.
More information: http://loisgreenfield.com

Open House for Careers in Photography

Sunday, March 2nd
If you have been dreaming about a career in photography but just don't know how to get started, this is it! Join us for our exciting Careers in Photography Open House where you will experience the Unique Educational Training System that has turned those with a genuine interest into professionals in only 10 months. We have the system. You provide the ambition and determination. Sounds incredible? Learn for yourself on Sunday, March 2nd. Call us now at 413.863.2478 (or send e-mail) to tell us you will join us.

Guest Speaker, Rick Sammon

Monday, February 25th
Photographer, writer, and educator, Rick Sammon has published 27 books, including informative technical books and entertaining picture books. His latest book, "Rick Sammon's Complete Guide to Digital Photography": 107 Lessons on Taking, Making, Editing, Storing, Printing, and Sharing Better Digital Images. He is a writer for numerous photographic magazines. Rick also is the host on the DIY TV network of the Digital Photography Workshop, and host of the Canon Photo Safari on the Outdoor Life Network. In addition to traveling around the world photographing, Rick teaches workshops and conducts numerous educational programs around the world. When asked about his photo specialty, Rick says, "My specialty is not specializing."
More information: http://ricksammon.com/

Guest Speakers, David Turner & Simon Alexander

Wednesday, February 20th
David Turner, staff photographer at Hearst Publications and Simon Alexander, Studio Manager for Hearst will spend the day sharing imagery and the in and outs of working in the publishing industry for one of the leading publishing companies in the world. Aside from outstanding images, the class will get an opportunity to meet and learn from two of the leaders of the NYC photography and publishing scene.
More information: http://www.davidturnerphotography.com/

Guest Speaker: Kerry Brett

Tuesday, February 12th
Guest lecturer Kerry Brett specializes in black & white portraits of children and is also widely known for photographing such notables such as socialites, executives & well-known celebrities. Her society column Proper Bostonians, appears in The Improper Bostonian, where Brett actively shoots covers for that same publication with a readership at over half a million. She also was a contract photojournalist for the Boston Globe. Kerry will share her energy, enthusiasm and experience with the class of 2008.
More information: http://brettphotography.com/

Guest Speaker: Vincent La Foret

Tuesday, February 12th
Vincent is returning to be a part of our Guest Lecture Series for the third time. Vincent is a Pulitzer Prize winning National Contract Photographer for the New York Times. At age 30, he has been published around the world in major publications including Vanity Fair, Time, Newsweek, Life, National Geographic, New York Times Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Stern and Paris Match. Vincent's work has been recognized in the Pictures of the Year Competition, The Overseas Press Club, The National Headliners Awards, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame. In 2002 he was named by PDN as one of the "30 photographers to watch under 30" and in 2005 American Photo Magazine named him one of the "100 most influential people in Photography." In 2002 he and four other photographers were awarded the Pulitzer Prize in feature Photography for their overseas post-9/11 coverage. Vincent is a guest speaker around the world at colleges and universities and is an adjunct professor at Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism.
More information: http://vincentlaforet.com/

Workshop for High School Photography Teachers with Rick Sammon

Saturday, February 9th

On Saturday, February 9, 2008, Hallmark Institute of Photography, a leader in today's education of tomorrow's professional photographer, will host a free day-long workshop with famed photographer and educator, Rick Sammon. This program, entitled "Digital Workflow for the High School Photography Teacher" has been designed specifically for those high school photography teachers who are looking for current and relevant trends for the digital age.

The workshop agenda includes a morning filled with inspiration and education as Rick shares his favorite images from his worldwide travels. There will be plenty of Photoshop tips along the way. The afternoon will feature Good Fun! Good Images! Good Information! Workshop participants will learn how to shoot, enhance, share and print digital images during this action-packed session. Both presentations are certain to produce curriculum ideas for the high school photography teacher to use in their digital classroom. Throughout the day, attendees will also have the opportunity to become familiar with the Hallmark program, featuring its industry-envied educational facilities and equipment. High School Photography Teachers attending will receive a personalized copy of Rick's book, Digital Imaging Workshops. If you are a high school photography teacher and are interested in attending this workshop call Dani at 413.863.2478.

Rick Sammon travels the globe in search of new images. He's been to more than 100 destinations on the planet, including the Arctic, Antarctica, Africa, Bhutan, Brazil, Galapagos, India, Indonesia, Nepal and Papua New Guinea. He's as comfortable with his camera on safari in Africa as he is exploring the world under the sea. Rick is the host of the Digital Photography Workshop on the Do It Yourself (DIY) network and a guest host of the Canon Photo Safari on the Outdoor Life Network. A regular photo columnist for AP Special Features, he has also written for PCPhoto, Outdoor Photographer, Shutterbug, Sport Diver and Caribbean Travel & Life and has been a guest host on ESPN's Photo Safari. For more information about Rick, visit www.ricksammon.com .

Wedding Workshop, Susan & Stewart Powers

Saturday, February 9th
Today Susan and Stewart Powers will take the class to a local church and conduct a professional wedding shoot. Students will learn first hand the in and outs of what it takes to be a world-class wedding photographer, creating imagery that will be cherished by couples for the rest of their lives. This interactive workshop has been a popular special event for Hallmark students for the past two years.
More information: http://powersphotography.com/

Guest Speaker: Andy Marcus

Friday, February 8th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome Andy Marcus, New York City wedding photographer to Hallmark. Andy Marcus turned a small, almost 70 year old family-owned studio founded by his father, Fred Marcus, into a multi-million-dollar business serving the biggest celebrity in New York and the surrounding area. Today, Fred Marcus Photography serves 400 to 500 weddings each year and has a full-time staff of professionals who specialize in photography and graphic design. Eddie Murphy, Donald Trump, William Baldwin, Mary Tyler Moore and Art Garfunkel are a short list of some of Andys clientele.
More information: http://fredmarcus.com

Guest Speakers, Susan & Stewart Powers

Friday, February 8th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome Susan and Stewart Powers, nationally renowned wedding photography and environmental portrait specialists. Together, they own Powers Photography located in Gainesville, Florida. They are internationally recognized by their peers as experts in Romantic Storybook wedding design and as creators of sensitive portraiture. As an added bonus, the following day, Saturday February 9, Stewart and Susan will be conducting a hands-on wedding workshop at a local church. What a way to really understand this dynamic couple's business!
More information: http://powersphotography.com/

Guest Speaker: Andrew Kessler

Wednesday, February 6th
Andrew Kessler, Owner of Coffee Pond Photography in Newton, MA will be addressing the importance of freelancing for the contemporary photographer. As an employer of many Hallmark Graduates, Andrew will reflect on the many years his company has relied on the freelancer. To round out the morning presentation, Andrew will be moderating a panel of "freelancers" from around New England who will share their opinions and experiences about their careers in the industry. Included in this informative panel are Jeff Scher, Christin Kahn, Troy Dodds, James Lindley, Edson Dias, Cory Silken, Tiffany White, Laura Pineda, all successful photographers from New England.
More information: http://www.coffeepond.com/

Guest Speaker, Ryszard Horowitz

Wednesday, February 6th
Hallmark is honored to have renowned image maker Ryszard Horowitz join the 2008 Guest Lecture series. Ryszard was born in Poland in 1939 just prior to World War II. Ryszard will share his award winning photographic career through his experiences and imagery. Predating digital imaging, Ryszard is recognized as a pioneer of special effects photography (the beginning of contemporary digital imaging techniques). Ryszard is a legendary image maker who will inspire both staff and students alike.
More information: http://ryszardhorowitz.com/

Guest Speaker, Beth Reynolds

Tuesday, January 29th
Hallmark is pleased to welcome documentary photographer and publisher Beth Reynolds. Beth has spent her professional life documenting the world around her, showing sensitive empathy for the subjects she photographs that few of us possess. Beth is an excellent example for us all, using her talents to give to those who are the less fortunate in our society. Her images and lecture are always an inspiration to all at Hallmark.
More information: http://photodocumentarypress.com/

Guest Speaker, Jack Reznicki

Wednesday, January 23rd
Jack Reznicki is successful NYC commercial photographer, and current president of the Professional Photographers of America. He will address Hallmark and share images and highlights of his exciting career. Always insightful and entertainingly outspoken, Jack will discuss the importance of the digital imaging revolution. Jack is nationally known for his memorable images of children for clients such as Toys R Us. Jack is a regular speaker at Hallmark and throughout the year, he supports and communicates with Hallmark students and graduates as his time permits. Jack is one of the leaders of our industry, lecturing across the country on a multitude of subjects, most notably on digital technology.
More information: http://reznicki.com/

Guest Speaker, Catherine Hall

Wednesday, January 23rd
Catherine Hall is a San Francisco based photojournalist, corporate and wedding photographer who will share her diverse imagery. Catherine enjoys creating imagery with all people, from a bride in the Hamptons to Tibetan monks in the Indian Himalayas. Graduating summa cum laude and first in her class at Cal Poly, and studying art history at Oxford University in England, she is a young, fast-rising star in the exciting and diverse imaging world.
More information: http://www.catherinehall.net/

Guest Speaker, Jay Maisel

Monday, January 14th
Hallmark is honored to have the legendary Jay Maisel kick off the 2008 Guest Lecture Series. With 40 plus years' experience shooting memorable color images all over the world, Jay brings his knowledge, images, and stories for a memorable afternoon at Hallmark. In 1968, Jay purchased a former bank building for his home, gallery and studio in the Bowery section of New York City. Jay's life is filled with unforgettable imagery, many imaging awards and a love of teaching and sharing with budding photographers. The enthusiasm that he began his career with four decades ago still permeates his being today. This will be a day that the 2008 class of Hallmark will remember for years to come.
More information: http://jaymaisel.com/