{"id":706,"date":"2016-07-28T17:49:44","date_gmt":"2016-07-28T17:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/greenmtnphotoworkshops.com\/?page_id=706"},"modified":"2019-01-08T15:41:24","modified_gmt":"2019-01-08T15:41:24","slug":"green-mountain-photographic-workshops-client-testimonials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/greenmtnphotoworkshops.com\/?page_id=706","title":{"rendered":"Green Mountain Photographic Workshops Client Testimonials"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#27323a&#8221; inner_shadow=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax=&#8221;off&#8221; transparent_background=&#8221;off&#8221; allow_player_pause=&#8221;off&#8221; parallax_method=&#8221;off&#8221; padding_mobile=&#8221;off&#8221; make_fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_width=&#8221;off&#8221; width_unit=&#8221;on&#8221; make_equal=&#8221;off&#8221; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_padding_tablet=&#8221;50px|0|50px|0&#8243; custom_padding_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; next_background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.0.105&#8243;]\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #99cc00;\">Green Mountain Photographic Workshops Client Testimonials<\/span><\/h1>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#27323a&#8221; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Lisa Lacasse, Vermont<\/h4>\n&#8220;I run the Quechee Area Camera Club in Vermont. That\u2019s how I first met Kurt \u2013 I asked him to come and present to the club. Since that first meeting he\u2019s been the club&#8217;s favorite speaker and has taught Lightroom Classes for us as well as in the field landscape workshops. His teaching style is casual, fun, inspiring and he\u2019s great at it! Plain and simple he\u2019s one of the best teachers I have come across.\n\nAs photographers, we are all on a journey to be inspired, get to the next level and have fun while we figure it all out. A workshop needs to be a place to explore your own creativity while exploring new places, learning new techniques and developing your own creative vision.\u00a0\u00a0 All of this happens when you take a workshop with Kurt Budliger and GMPW.\n\nMake no mistake \u2013 there are photographers out there who run workshops so they can shoot \u2013 that\u2019s not Kurt. He will pick up his camera and show you some compositional\u00a0ideas and how he would set up the shot but his main focus is his students. He wants you to learn, to capture the world as you see it and make better photographs. He\u2019s comfortable looking in your viewfinder and he\u2019s comfortable with you looking in his \u2013 it\u2019s what works for you, the student. He spends time during the workshop on post processing and is equally proficient in both Lightroom and Photoshop, and his teaching style makes it easy to learn.\n\nWorkshops with Kurt are the complete package \u2013 He is great at communicating what to bring and where to be, takes you to\u00a0fabulous locations, field and classroom sessions\u00a0are full of laughter, stories, new friendships and of course you&#8217;ll learn to make awesome images. I have taken several of Kurt\u2019s workshops and will continue to take them \u2013 to learn, to be inspired, and to have fun. Kurt has helped take my photography to the next level and beyond!\u00a0\u00a0 I look forward to the next adventure with one of the best instructors I have ever had.&#8221;\n\nSee more of Lisa&#8217;s work here\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lisalacassephotography.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.lisalacassephotography.com<\/a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;710,711,712,713&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#cccccc&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; height=&#8221;10&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Jason Darr, British Columbia<\/h4>\n&#8220;I\u2019m a new photographer, and I can honestly say that I have progressed so fast after taking a couple of workshops with Kurt Budliger. It\u2019s one thing to read about composition, and study settings in your camera etc, but it\u2019s a whole other level to see what a pro sees through YOUR viewfinder. Having the ability to stand over their shoulder and watch how they approach a scene is just not something you can learn anywhere else. It has most certainly had the largest impact on my growth as a photographer.\n\nIt\u2019s a great benefit to get a guided tour of the areas that you&#8217;re visiting also, but what is really amazing is having a pro like Kurt look over your shoulder, and show you just how close you are from taking an amazing shot instead of just a good shot.\n\nWhat I also really liked about his workshop was that there were less people in the group. You get a little more hands on help should you need it, and there are plenty of opportunities to take great photos without having to fight with your fellow photographers for space (which can be an issue in larger groups). It&#8217;s invaluable to have someone like Kurt critique your work with a trained eye and an honest but encouraging voice. Kurt is an amazing instructor, patient and organized. I would highly recommend his workshops.&#8221;\n\nSee more of Jason&#8217;s work at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/500px.com\/jasonfdarr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.500px.com\/jasonfdarr<\/a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;715,716,717,718&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#cccccc&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; height=&#8221;10&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Scott Allen,\u00a0Idaho<\/h4>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">&#8220;After hearing about Kurt, from several friends that I\u2019ve met in other workshops, I was quite looking forward to learning from and shooting with \u201cthe man, the myth, the legend \u2013 Kurt Budliger.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">After the workshop in Grand Teton National Park, I can see how that reputation is even a bit understated. Kurt is truly a wealth of knowledge who brings it ALL, from the \u201cclassroom\u201d to the field and back again in a simple, concise, and easy to understand way, no matter what level of photography you may be at (which when you\u2019re always trying to digest so much info, is greatly appreciated).<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">Over and over Kurt proved himself to be an amazing teacher and photographer, as well as keeping a &#8220;let\u2019s have a lot of fun&#8221; attitude the entire time. I truly cannot recommend his workshops enough to anyone looking to learn and improve every aspect of their photography. I know I\u2019ll be on many more through the years (it was just way too much fun)!!!&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">See more of Scott&#8217;s work here\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.scottallan.photography\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.scottallan.photography<\/a><\/p>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;720,721,722,723&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#cccccc&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; height=&#8221;10&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Deanna Peters, Maryland<\/h4>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">&#8220;Kurt leads a fantastic workshop! \u00a0To state the obvious to anyone who has seen his portfolio, he has an inspiring and humbling talent and eye. \u00a0You learn quickly on his workshops that Kurt delivers much more to his participants &#8212; an undying enthusiasm, vast knowledge, and constant encouragement. \u00a0From the beginning introductions, Kurt learned every participant&#8217;s goals and made sure that he was attentive to everyone, no matter their skill level, so that each of us could emerge a more confident and skilled photographer. \u00a0And equally as important, the atmosphere is relaxed, fun, and energizing, with Kurt leading a great group dynamic.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">It is amazing to discover landscape scenery that you&#8217;ve never seen before. \u00a0It is even better to experience it with an instructor who loves the outdoors, has a passion for teaching, and helps you capture the true spirit of the places that you are visiting and photographing. \u00a0I learned a ton from Kurt and can&#8217;t wait to join another of his workshops in the future.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;799,800,801,802&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#cccccc&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; height=&#8221;10&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Alexandra Steedman, New York<\/h4>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">&#8220;I have been on two workshops led by Kurt &#8211; the first was to beautiful Olympic National Park. I enjoyed that trip so much that I signed up for another &#8211; this time to Iceland. Kurt is a fantastic leader &#8211; He is easy going, smart, funny, and GENUINELY passionate about his craft. His photography is stunning &#8211; and he truly wants to help his students produce stunning imagery as well.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">Iceland was a blast &#8211; on the second night of the trip we went to this incredible waterfall that is hidden away &#8211; off the beaten path &#8211; and we had the whole place to ourselves. I was struggling a bit at one point &#8211; I wanted to wade out into the moving water to get a better angle, but was a bit wary. I&#8217;m a city girl folks! Kurt saw this and waded out ahead of me, took my tripod for me, and encouraged me the whole way. He explained and demonstrated there and then techniques to get those &#8216;wow&#8217; images, to draw the viewer right into the photograph. I took some of the best images of my life on this trip!<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">Of course if you don&#8217;t need that kind of help (and many didn&#8217;t) that&#8217;s cool too &#8211; every one had their own comfort zone. The camaraderie on these trips was great &#8211; I still keep in touch with many of my fellow travelers. There are many reasons to take one of Kurt&#8217;s workshops &#8211; From image capture to post processing he is a wiz and will enthusiastically share his knowledge with you, everything is well planned and researched so you can just concentrate on getting the best imagery and having a fantastic time. And you will! I can&#8217;t wait for the next workshop. Thanks Kurt!!&#8221;<\/p>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;788,789,790,791&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243;][et_pb_divider color=&#8221;#cccccc&#8221; show_divider=&#8221;on&#8221; divider_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; divider_position=&#8221;top&#8221; hide_on_mobile=&#8221;on&#8221; height=&#8221;10&#8243; disabled_on=&#8221;on|on|off&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; prev_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243; next_background_color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][et_pb_row background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>Paul Simon, Florida<\/h4>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">&#8220;I have been fortunate to work with Kurt over the past several years to improve my photographic skills. It would be an understatement to say that I have benefited from our time together. From basic skills such as composition, exposure etc. to more advanced subjects such as panoramas, blending, and long exposures have all been discussed and worked on. In his workshops, he has been personable, attentive to detail and willing to review images of mine at a later date and offer valuable constructive criticism. \u00a0It is this combination of his character and expertise which distinguishes his workshops and makes them highly sought after. I would not hesitate to continue to take them in the future and am hopeful that our relationship will continue.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"gmail-MsoNormal\">See more of Paul&#8217;s work here\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.paulsimonphotography.net\/\">www.Paulsimonphotography.net<\/a><\/p>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=&#8221;793,794,795,796&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; show_title_and_caption=&#8221;off&#8221; show_pagination=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; auto=&#8221;off&#8221; hover_overlay_color=&#8221;rgba(255,255,255,0.9)&#8221; caption_all_caps=&#8221;off&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;]\n[\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section bb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; fullwidth=&#8221;off&#8221; specialty=&#8221;off&#8221; 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workshop.\u00a0 I\u2019ve never even been out shooting anything with any other photographer(s) before!<\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"\">I thought I would provide you with a list of things that I can take away from my experience with you, Mitch, and the other photographers on this workshop.<\/div>\n<div class=\"\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"\">1) \u00a0<span class=\"\">Working the composition.<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">For me, this was the most powerful tool I obtained during the workshop.<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">Not that I have perfected this by any means, but I was able to begin to see how a photograph is not just a representation of what you are viewing, but a composition of elements to direct a viewer\u2019s attention to the desired subject.<\/span><span class=\"\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"\">I mentioned one of my biggest problems is trying to include too much in my photographs (the 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Our group was great about sharing their knowledge and helping each other out, another one of those benefits of working within a group, and I think that the way Kurt organized the workshop, provided the atmosphere for this to happen.\u201d\n<div><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243;][et_pb_text background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221;]\n<h4>John Foehl<\/h4>\n\u201cThis was my first photo tour so I didn&#8217;t know what to really expect. Suffice to say that I had a great time and would highly recommend Green Mountain Photo Workshops. Kurt is an excellent instructor who is also very engaging. 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