tutoring sessions

For photographers who live in or are visiting NYC / northern NJ area, I offer individual tutoring sessions on a one-on-one basis.

These sessions take place in my home-office, which is in Wayne,  NJ  07470.
My availability is based on my schedule. For 2008, tutoring sessions will be available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays only. (Some limited sessions may be available on other days of the week or on weekends, but these are rare, as I photograph 40+ weddings a year, in addition to my workshop and travel schedule.)

Each individual tutoring session lasts 3 hours. The price of the session is $250.
Sessions that run longer than 3 hours will be billed at $100 per additional hour.

Possible topics to cover include aspects of flash and digital photography, such as:

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It’s important to note that these sessions are not master-classes in lighting or photography. They are personalized sessions that are intended to help photographers with specific aspects where they might be struggling.

The goal of the session is to answer specific questions or provide answers to specific challenges that each photographer is facing. Photographers are also encouraged to bring in images (either on a disc or on a laptop) that might provide insight into their needs. Having this information will allow me to personalize the tutoring session to make the most of the time available.

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A certain level of fundamental technical knowledge is required for the sessions to be successful.
For example, a photographer should already know:

If a photographer requires tutoring on these fundamental concepts, then an additional hour will be required (for a total of 4 hours at $350).

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Anyone who is interested in signing up for a session, can email me or phone me at 973-206-9490, for more info.

thank you

Neil van Niekerk

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Testimonials

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I want to thank you for a hopefully life changing day! I had several aha! moments today. You truly have a gift not just in the obvious, (your photography), but in your ability to share your knowledge. Your desire to truly help someone is obvious; where some would keep their secrets to themselves you clearly want to help others become better. Your love of the science behind lighting “shines” through, and is almost contagious. I truly feel that with the tools you have given me today I will be able to take my passion to the next level and that is something one can not put a price tag on. Just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed the day, and appreciate what you have given me.
Thank you,
Sandy E.
(Feb 06, 2008)

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