Ronkonkoma, NY – February 25, 2019 – Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, today announced its Lens Workshops lineup for March, bringing photographers in New York and Indiana the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in unique genres such as astro and food photography, with guidance from Sigma’s photo specialists boasting extensive knowledge of the ins and outs of the photography craft. These educational events are aimed at inspiring and bringing the local photographic communities closer together to refine their skills and foster the art of photography.

Sigma Lens Workshops March Lineup:

Astrophotography Workshop

Roberts Camera will host an astrophotography workshop on March 9, 2019 in Indianapolis, IN. The two-part workshop will include in-depth instruction from seasoned photographers Marc Lebryk, Brian Matsumoto and Walt Kuhn.

Agenda:

• Saturday, March 9th 2:00-4:00PM – Astrophotography Workshop – Roberts Camera invites photographers to attend the lecture and learn about the best configuration settings for astrophotography. The event will also feature a Sigma lens sale.
• Saturday, March 9th 7:30-9:30PM – Hands-on Shooting – Attendees will meet at McCloud Nature Park in North Salem, Indiana to capture some stunning night shots of their own. Sigma lenses will be available on loan.

Cost: $49; Register here.

Roberts Camera – 220 E St Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Macro Workshop – Joy of Little Things

Johnson Studio & Camera will host a two-day workshop on macro photography from March 22-23, 2019 in Syracuse, NY. Sigma reps Marc Farb and Lee Frost will share capture tips and how-to instruction in addition to hands-on demo shooting of a collection of delicious snacks. With their workshop registration, attendees will receive a $15 Johnson Camera gift card at the event.

Agenda:

• Friday, March 22-23rd – Macro Photography Workshop – Participants can choose from three sessions for an engaging lecture taught by Sigma technical representative Marc Farb covering the techniques to master macro photography such as focal lengths, depth of field and focus. The lecture will be followed by hands-on shooting of mouth-watering props to help photographers refine their techniques for food and macro photography. Sigma lenses will be available on loan.
• Saturday, March 22-23rd – Free In-Store Demo & Instruction – Marc Farb and Lee Frost will be available to discuss their shooting tips and lens choices within the comprehensive Sigma lens lineup.

Cost $25; Pick your session and register here.

Johnson Camera – 6565 Kinne Road, Syracuse, NY 13214

About Sigma Dealer Workshops

Designed in collaboration with Sigma dealers around the country, the program engages photographers eager to learn new techniques and refine their photography skills through a series of classroom lectures and hands-on workshops. Led by Sigma technical representatives and photography experts, each workshop session hones in on a specific genre of photography such as portraiture, landscape, astrophotography and more. Normally a two-day workshop event, day one will focus on theory and educational best practices such as lighting, gear setup, camera settings, lens focal length and more. On day two, attendees put their newly acquired knowledge to the test with immersive hands-on, real world photo shoots and photo walks. Photographers of all skill levels, from novice to professional, are welcome to join in. The upcoming workshops schedule and details, including registration, cost, special promotions and agenda, can be found on the Sigma Events webpage.

About Sigma Corporation

Craftsmanship. Precision. Dedication. Since 1961, Sigma has been devoted the pursuit of advancing photographic technology. Unique to the industry, the family-owned business produces its high-quality, award-winning still photo and cinema camera lenses, DSLR and mirrorless cameras, flashes, filters and accessories from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Aizu, Japan.

In 2012, the company introduced the Sigma Global Vision with three distinct lens lines: Art, Contemporary and Sport. Designed for industry camera mount systems including Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Sony and Sigma, each lens is handcrafted and tested in Japan to ensure a high-performance, premium product that is purpose-built to last. In 2016, Sigma entered into the world of cinematography lens production. Embodying the core optical DNA that has defined the Sigma benchmark of excellence, the cine lenses meet the needs of advanced 6k and 8k cinema production.

Sigma continues its tradition of imaging excellence with the mirrorless sd Quattro, sd Quattro H and the compact dp Quattro camera line. Leveraging the ultra-high resolution Foveon sensor, the Sigma Quattro cameras are designed to produce the highest quality image with every shot.

For information about Sigma, please visit www.sigmaphoto.com or follow the company on Sigma Blog, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Press Contact
Anya Nelson
Zazil Media Group for Sigma Corporation of America
(p) 617-817-6559
(e) anya@zazilmediagroup.com

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Ronkonkoma, NY – July 31, 2018 – Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, today announced its Sigma Lens Workshops lineup for August. These educational and practical events will be led by Sigma’s Jared Ivy, Marc Farb and Mike Hill, and will cover various photography scenarios, including sports, portrait, editorial and more.

Sigma Lens Workshops August Lineup:

Workshop at Tempe Camera

Photographer Mike Hill will lead a two-day workshop on portrait photography at Tempe Camera on August 4, 2018 in Tempe, AZ. Mike shoots lifestyle, editorial and travel photography. He is an experienced photo editor and art director who also teaches classes on narrative photography and Lightroom workflow.

Agenda:

· Saturday, August 4 9:30am-12pm – Capturing People: Portraiture – this event is a concise look at portrait photography and will be split into two parts: a lecture covering traditional and environmental portraits in studio and outdoors, whether using artificial or natural lighting, followed by a hands-on model photo shoot using Sigma lenses. Attendees will learn about both candid and posed portraits and how proper lens selection and aperture will best capture your subject. $35; Register Here.

· Saturday, August 4 2-4:30pm – Visual Storytelling: Editorial and Photo Essay Photography – whether you are looking to deliver more impactful photos to your clients or build a better portfolio, this class will focus on capturing authentic and candid images of your subjects while visually painting a narrative to engage your viewer. It will consist of a lecture, covering a spectrum of potential projects and techniques that can be applied to editorial assignments, commercial lifestyle campaigns or just your own personal work, followed by a hands-on model photo shoot where participants will get to test out shooting with Sigma lenses. $35; Register Here.

Tempe Camera - 606 W University Dr. Tempe, AZ 85281

Workshop at Adorama

Sigma’s Marc Farb will lead a two-day workshop at Adorama from August 7-8, 2018 in New York, NY. Marc is an experienced instructor and photography enthusiast with over 30 years of professional experience. The first day will include a lecture on photography basics followed by a presentation on the Sigma lens lineup. On the second day, Marc will lead a photo walk on New York City’s High Line and help participants put what they learned into action with Sigma glass.

Agenda:

· Tuesday, August 7 10am-5pm – Photography Basics and Sigma Lens Demo - FREE; Register Here.

· Wednesday, August 8 1-4pm – Photo Walk on NYC High Line – FREE; Register Here.

Adorama – 42 West 18th Street New York, NY 10011

Register Here

Workshop at George’s Camera

Sigma’s Jared Ivy will lead four workshops covering camera and lens basics, portraiture and travel photography at George’s Camera on August 10, 2018 in San Diego, CA. With over 20 years of professional experience, Jared loves traveling and teaching various photography genres, including architecture, fashion, portraiture, product and nature.

Agenda:

· Friday, August 10 10-11am – Camera & Lens Basics – this overview will give you insight into the various camera lenses and which are a fit for your style of photography. FREE; Register Here.

· Friday, August 10 11:30am-1pm – Portrait Photography – this comprehensive look at portrait photography will cover traditional and environmental portraits, in studio and outdoors, whether using artificial or natural lighting, as well as focus on background, lens choices and posing. FREE; Register Here.

· Friday, August 10 1:30-2:30pm – Travel Photography – this class will help you improve your skills and turn documenting into storytelling. It will include lens selection, composition and how to properly use depth of field and shutter speed to create engaging images. FREE; Register Here.

· Friday, August 10 3-4pm – Urban Reviewal - An Intro To Street Photography – learn how to make visual sense of the streets around you and how to choose the best lenses and camera settings to capture it all. FREE; Register Here.

George's Camera – 7475 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Suite #400 San Diego, CA 92111

FREE; Register Here (featuring a special promotion on Sigma lenses!)

Workshop at Rowe Photo

Marc Farb will lead a three-day workshop covering sports and action photography from August 10-13, 2018 in Rochester, NY. Sharing his passion for and knowledge of motion photography, Marc will focus on the how-to’s of taking better photos of subjects in motion, varying shutter speeds, blurring subjects/backgrounds and controlling excess light. Attendees are sure to perfect their motion photography game!

Agenda:

· Friday, August 10 11:00am-4:00pm – Meet & Greet at Rowe Photo where Marc will focus on introduction to Sigma lenses, particularly those that work best for sports and action photography

· Friday, August 10 6:30-9:00pm – Sports Photography Lecture at Montanus Gallery

· Saturday, August 11 (rain date August 12) – Photo Shoot of the 1800’s style Silver Ball Baseball Tournament at Genesee Country Village and Museum. This hands-on experience will focus on how to better capture action on the field. Students will use their own cameras and have the opportunity to try some of Sigma lenses.

· Monday, August 13 – Critique Session at Scott’s Photo by Rowe (East Avenue store). Images of the Silver Ball tournament will be viewed on a large screen TV and critiqued by Marc and other participants. Attendees will enjoy light refreshments and special promo prices on Sigma lenses and prints of their work.

Rowe Photo – 1737 Mt Hope Ave Rochester, NY 14620

$80.00; Register Here (the first 15 people to sign up for all three sessions will receive a discounted package)

Workshop at Samy's Camera

Jared Ivy will lead workshops covering editorial, travel and food photography at Samy’s Camera on August 11, 2018 in Pasadena, CA.

Agenda:

· Saturday, August 11 2:00-3:00pm – Visual Storytelling – this class will cover a spectrum of potential projects and will include techniques that can be applied to editorial assignments, commercial lifestyle campaigns, or just your own personal work. FREE; Register Here.

· Saturday, August 11 3:00pm – Urban Reviewal: An Intro to Street Photography – this class will allow attendees to learn how to make visual sense of the streets around you and to choose the best lenses and camera settings to capture it. From this lecture, you’ll walk away knowing what gear and which settings will best help you explore the visual beauty already surrounding you. FREE; Register Here.

· Saturday, August 11 5:00-8:00pm – Travel Photography & Photo Walk at 626 Night Market at Santa Anita Park – this event will help improve your photographic skill, execute your artistic vision, and turn documenting into storytelling. It will start with a one-hour lecture at the Samy’s Camera Pasadena location and cover lens selection, composition and how to utilize depth of field and shutter speed to create interesting and engaging imagery during your travel adventures. The class will break at 6pm and reconvene at the 626 Night Market at Santa Anita Park for a hands-on shooting photo walk. The original and largest Asian inspired night market in the U.S. features 250+ food, live performance, crafts, arts, music and entertainment attractions, making it the perfect venure for a hands-on photo walk with Sigma lens loaners. $19.99; Register Here.

Samy’s Camera – 1759 E Colorado Boulevard Pasadena, CA 91106

Workshop at B&H

Marc Farb will lead a two-day workshop on sports and digital photography at B&H, followed by a photo walk on the NYC High Line on August 15-16, 2018.

Agenda:

· Wednesday, August 15 2:00-4:00pm – Sports Photography 101 – this class will cover specific Sigma lenses best suited for capturing motion and how to unlock the added performance of Sigma optics using the teleconverters. Free; Register Here.

· Thursday, August 16 10:30am-2:00pm – Digital Photography 101 & NYC High Line Photo Walk – during this event, attendees will have the opportunity to photograph the elevated linear park, greenway and rail trail under Marc’s guidance. Free; Register Here.

B&H – 420 9 Avenue New York, NY 10001

Workshop with Cameta Camera

Marc Farb will lead a hands-on portraiture workshop at Revolution Bar & Music Hall on August 18, 2018 in Amityville, New York.

Agenda:

· Saturday, August 18 10:00am-2:00pm – Portrait Shooting – this workshop will start with a one-hour lecture followed by a 2-3 hour portrait shooting session, complete with professional models in a controlled, well-lit setting for the ideal learning environment. Participants need to bring their own camera systems (Canon, Nikon, Sony E) to try out a variety of high-quality Sigma lenses. Aside from learning about the gear and how to use it, attendees will have the opportunity to network with fellow local photographers, get exclusive in-store discounts on Sigma lenses, and most importantly have a great time! Coffee and bagels will be served to keep everyone fueled throughout the morning and early afternoon. $9.99; Register Here.

Revolution Bar & Music Hall – 140 Merrick Road, Amityville, NY 11701

About Sigma Dealer Workshops

Designed in collaboration with Sigma dealers around the country, the program engages photographers eager to learn new techniques and refine their photography skills through a series of classroom lectures and hands-on workshops. Led by Sigma technical representatives and photography experts, each workshop session hones in on a specific genre of photography such as portraiture, landscape, astrophotography and more. Normally a two-day workshop event, day one will focus on theory and educational best practices such as lighting, gear setup, camera settings, lens focal length and more. On day two, attendees put their newly acquired knowledge to the test with immersive hands-on, real world photo shoots and photo walks. Photographers of all skill levels, from novice to professional, are welcome to join in. The upcoming workshops schedule and details, including registration, cost, special promotions and agenda, can be found on the Sigma Events webpage.

About Sigma Corporation

Craftsmanship. Precision. Dedication. Since 1961, Sigma has been devoted to the pursuit of advancing photographic technology. Unique to the industry, the family-owned business produces its high-quality, award-winning cine and camera lenses, DSLR and mirrorless cameras, flashes, filters and accessories from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Aizu, Japan.

In 2012, the company introduced the Sigma Global Vision with three distinct lens lines: Art, Contemporary and Sport. Designed for industry camera mount systems including Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Sony and Sigma, each lens is handcrafted and tested in Japan to ensure a high-performance, premium product that is purpose-built to last.

Sigma continues its tradition of imaging excellence with the mirrorless sd Quattro, sd Quattro H and the compact dp Quattro camera line. Leveraging the ultra-high resolution Foveon sensor, the Sigma Quattro cameras are designed to produce the highest quality image with every shot.

For information about Sigma, please visit www.sigmaphoto.com or follow the company on Sigma Blog, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

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New York, NY – June 26, 2018 –Adorama, the trusted source for market-leading photo, video, audio, imaging and electronics products and information, will host its Adorama INSPIREExpo on Friday, June 29th and Sunday, July 1st from 10:00 AM EST to 5:00 PM EST at the Metropolitan Pavilion. The Adorama INSPIRE weeklong conference-festival pays homage to cinematography, photography, music making and social influence, offering specially curated workshops and community platforms that focus on improving technical expertise, important industry discussions and artist-immersed experiences such as photo walks, flying drones, and community art galleries, many of which will be free to attend. Closing out the creative celebration is the Adorama INSPIRE Expo. The largest creative expo in New York City provides attendees hands-on experience with the latest creative technology and gear from Adobe, Apple, Blackmagic Design, Canon, Dell, DJI, Intel, Nikon, Red, Olympus, Fuji, Panasonic, Rokinon, Sigma, Sony, Tamron, and many more. In addition to the massive creative display, Adorama INSPIRE will have on hand the latest in home electronics including wildly popular products from Apple, Nest, and Sonos. 

“Companies like Canon, Nikon, Intel and Sony are at the cornerstone of creativity and are important Adorama INSPIRE partners who are deeply involved with the community,” states Lev Peker, Chief Marketing Officer, Adorama. “Their forward-looking technology and vast understanding of this market space combined with the world-class talent of their pros will elevate the level of discussion and community engagement at the Adorama INSPIRE conference and expo. We are thrilled they are on board and look forward to the outstanding sessions and hands-on opportunities that they will provide the community at the expo.”

Adorama INSPIRE Expo Details: 

Friday, June 29th from 10am-5pm & Sunday, July 1st from 10am-5pm* 

Metropolitan Pavilion (125 W 18th St New York, NY 10011) 

FREE to attend 

*The Adorama INSPIRE Expo will be closed Saturday, June 30th.

Register to attend on Friday, June 29 at https://bit.ly/2Jkk8sl and Sunday, July 1 at https://bit.ly/2IOFdxY. 

Adorama Important Industry Discussions 

In addition to the hands-on experience at the expo, Adorama INSPIRE will host the following industry discussions at the Metropolitan Pavilion:

Art & Advocacy 

Friday, June 29th 1:00 PM 

The Art and Advocacy panel will explore the capacity of photography to impact social change. Seen from the viewpoint of actively engaged artists, photographers, and writers, each panelist will discuss their specific advocacy-related art projects. Topics/issues include work affecting cultural and ethnic awareness and justice, mental health and addiction, and environmental advocacy. Discussions will reflect on how individual creative practice informs issues of concern and what mechanisms can facilitate change. 

NPPA Presents: State of Photojournalism 

Sunday, July 1st at 1:00 PM 

Moderated by Akili Ramsess, a multiple Pulitzer Prize-winning photo editor and the current executive director of National Press Photographers Association, the former director of photography of the Orlando Sentinel and the former deputy director of photography at the San Jose Mercury News. She began her career as a freelance photographer in the Los Angeles area covering news, entertainment, and sports for local newspapers, and wire services before landing a staff photographer position with the now-defunct Los Angeles Herald Examiner.

Technology in Photography: AI and Blockchain 

Sunday, July 1st at 1:00 PM 

Moderator Maria Kessler, a veteran of stock photography and a Blockchain evangelist, will discuss with panelists Paul Melcher (MelcherSystem and Kaptur Magazine) and Joe Naylor (ImageRights International) the benefits and impact that new technologies will bring to the image industry and photographers. 

ADORAMA: More Than a Camera Store

Adorama is more than a camera store –it’s one of the world’s largest photography, video, audio and computer retailers. Serving customers for more than 40 years, Adorama has grown from its flagship NYC store to include the leading online destination for imaging and consumer electronics. Adorama’s vast product offerings encompass professional video and audio, connected home, musical instruments and more, while its services include an in-house photo lab, AdoramaPix; resources and gear for photographers, filmmakers, production studios, broadcasting and post houses, and recording artists through Adorama Business Solutions; professional equipment rental at Adorama Rental Company; and the award-winning Adorama Learning Center, which offers free creative education via online channels such as the popular AdoramaTV on YouTube. 

Visit ADORAMA at www.adorama.com. 

Press Contact 

Alexis Isaacs 

Zazil Media Group 

(e) alexis@zazilmediagroup.com 

(p) +1 773 816 7944 

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Ronkonkoma, NY – June 20, 2018 –Sigma Corporation of America, a leading still photo and cinema lens, camera, flash and accessory manufacturer, today announced its Sigma Lens Workshops initiative. Designed in collaboration with Sigma dealers around the country, the program will engage photographers eager to learn new techniques and refine their photography skills through a series of classroom lectures and hands-on workshops. Led by Sigma technical representatives and photography experts, each workshop session hones in on a specific genre of photography such as portraiture, landscape, astrophotography and more. Normally a two-day workshop event, day one will focus on theory and educational best practices such as lighting, gear setup, camera settings, lens focal length and more. On day two, attendees put their newly acquired knowledge to the test with immersive hands-on, real world photoshoots and photo walks. Photographers of all skill levels, from novice to professional, are welcome to join in. The upcoming workshops schedule and details, including registration, cost, special promotions and agenda, can be found on the Sigma Events webpage.

“The Sigma Lens Workshops provide a valuable education vehicle for the local photography community. Lenses are an investment and these workshops aim at making sure you are getting the most out of your Sigma lens investment. The workshops also give you a chance to learn about specific genres of photography and hone your skills while practicing during real-world photo shoots,” comments Mark Amir-Hamzeh, president of Sigma Corporation of America. “The initial workshop feedback has been extremely positive. Customers appreciate the opportunity to up their photography game and test-drive some of the newest lens models. We are confident the positive experience will continue with the rest of the tour.”

Rahul Tuteja, founder of Pixel Connection in Avon, OH and host of a recent Sigma Lens Workshop, welcomed the initiative by saying, “More than just offering our customers the best gear for their photography needs, we strive to engage with them in a non-sales environment to bring them education, inspiration and opportunities to practice their skills. Sigma Workshops are a great platform to do that. These events help our customers get inspired and learn from the pros who show them what's in front of them so they can make educated gear choices and ultimately become better photographers. Sigma has been instrumental in helping us show our customers what a good product can do and elevate the photo community.”

Sigma Lens Workshops June Lineup:

Sigma technical representative Brian Linhoff is leading two two-day workshops on how to shoot stunning portraits at Bedford Camera & Video on June 20-21, 2018 in Tulsa, OK and June 22-23, 2018 in Oklahoma City, OK.

• Portrait Photography Class – Wednesday, June 20th 5-6pm
• Harley Davidson Photo Shoot – Thursday, June 21st 5-7pm
• @ Bedford Camera & Video – 8172 East 68th St. Tulsa, OK 72223
• FREE; Register here

The first day of the Tulsa workshop will cover basics of portrait photography, including various lighting setups for indoor and outdoor shooting, how to work with your subject on posing and best lenses for portrait photography. During the second day, attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an exciting Harley Davidson photo shoot with guidance from Brian and the Bedford Camera & Video staff. Participants will practice what they’ve learned as they photograph models and motorcycles. Lighting equipment will be provided and Sigma’s latest lenses will be on hand to test-drive during the shoot. Those participating in the photo shoot need to bring their own cameras.

• Photo Model Walk – Friday, June 22nd 7-9pm
• Portrait Photography Class – Saturday, June 23rd 10-11am
• @ Bedford Camera & Video – 3110 North May Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73112
• FREE; Register here

Join Brian and the Bedford Camera & Video staff during a Myriad Botanical Gardens photo walk in Oklahoma City during the first day of the Oklahoma workshop. Sigma lenses will be available on loan to capture the beautiful flora. During the second day, Brian will cover the basics of portrait photography, including lighting, lenses, posing and more. Attendees will receive a professional print of their favorite image from the photo walk the day before, courtesy of Bedford Camera & Video.

About Sigma Corporation
Craftsmanship. Precision. Dedication. Since 1961, Sigma has been devoted to the pursuit of advancing photographic technology. Unique to the industry, the family-owned business produces its high-quality, award-winning cine and camera lenses, DSLR and mirrorless cameras, flashes, filters and accessories from its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Aizu, Japan.

In 2012, the company introduced the Sigma Global Vision with three distinct lens lines: Art, Contempo-rary and Sport. Designed for industry camera mount systems including Canon, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax, Sony and Sigma, each lens is handcrafted and tested in Japan to ensure a high-performance, premium product that is purpose-built to last.

Sigma continues its tradition of imaging excellence with the mirrorless sd Quattro, sd Quattro H and the compact dp Quattro camera line. Leveraging the ultra-high resolution Foveon sensor, the Sigma Quat-tro cameras are designed to produce the highest quality image with every shot.

For information about Sigma, please visit www.sigmaphoto.com or follow the company on Sigma Blog, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Press Contact
Anya Nelson
Zazil Media Group for Sigma Corporation
617-817-6559
anya@zazilmediagroup.com

New York, NY – June 19, 2018 – Adorama, the trusted source for market-leading photo, video, audio, imaging and electronics products and information, invites visual storytellers to New York City this June to hear how world-renowned photographers and filmmakers have leveraged social and online platforms to build their successful businesses and brands at Adorama INSPIRE. Chris Burkard, renowned photographer and filmmaker (“Under an Arctic Sky”) and Instagram star with 3 million followers will lead the brand building session on Storytelling in the Digital Age and Prince McClinton, creative powerhouse and business phenom behind Art of Visuals, the creative community platform with over 1 million followers, will take attendees into The Business of Content Creation.

In addition to the specially curated brand building sessions, Adorama INSPIRE will also feature a session on Crowdfunding and Building Your Audience with successful crowdfunder and filmmaker Christina Raia and Producing a Successful Livestream with broadcast expert Alex Lindsay.

Storytelling in the Digital Age with Chris Burkard

Attendees are invited to join renowned global adventure photographer and Instagram star (3 million followers and climbing), Chris Burkard, as he talks compelling content and engaging storytelling in a highly saturated social media landscape. The session, moderated by acclaimed travel photographer and editor-in-chief at Resource Travel, Michael Bonocore, will explore the necessary skills and approach to developing a social media following, generating engagement, and how to leverage this following. Attendees can expect a captivating dialogue covering how and why social media is used as a storytelling tool in the digital age, how to be sure people are seeing and actively engaging with your content, and how to effectively convey passionate experiences to followers.

“The art of long-form storytelling is rapidly disappearing as our attention spans become ever shorter and we are continuously exposed to new content on our various feeds,” says Michael Bonocore. “With this, social media becomes the number one place where it is absolutely critical to catch, and keep, someone’s attention long enough for them to want to hear your story. So how do we as creatives tell the stories that we are passionate about in just a few square-cropped photos? And how do we ensure people are actually seeing and actively engaging with our visual stories? I am excited to sit down with Chris Burkard at Adorama INSPIRE to talk about his passion for social media and storytelling, and how he has successfully combined them to create one of the most dynamic social media feeds on the internet today.”

Details:

• Thursday, June 28th
• 10:00am- 12:00pm
• Union Square Ballroom
• Admission: Free

The Business of Content Creation with Prince McClinton (Art of Visuals)

Prince McClinton, founder of Art of Visuals, one of the world’s largest creative communities inspiring over 1 million people daily via the wildly successful Art of Visuals Instagram creative community, sits down with amazing artists and creators - Josh Perrett, Paola Franqui, Josh Alvarez and Paul Seibert - to discuss photography, video, travel and the business of content creation. To be followed by a gallery reception celebrating art curated from the @artofvisuals community. Must be 18+ to attend.

Details:

• Monday, June 25th
• 6:30pm- 9:30pm
• Union Square Ballroom
• Admission: Free

Crowdfunding to Build Independence

This specially designed crowdfunding workshop led by expert Christina Raia takes attendees inside successful campaign strategies and the essential steps taken to connect with audiences, reach crowdfunding goals, and ultimately, distribution, with the end goal of a building a sustainable career. Christina Raia, NYC-based writer and director, the founder of CongestedCat Productions and the crowdfunding director at Seed&Spark, will host this workshop on financing film projects. Her work, a collection of short films, a web series and two feature films, has gained a large online following through multiple crowdfunding campaigns. She has been covered by press outlets such as Indiewire, AfterEllen and BuzzFeed.

Details:

• Tuesday, June 26th
• 6:30pm- 8:30pm
• Union Square Ballroom
• Admission: Free

Producing a Successful Livestream

Join livestream expert Alex Lindsay for an in-depth discussion on what is needed to execute a successful live internet broadcast. Alex has produced over 1,500 livestreams for celebrities, Fortune 100 companies and TV networks, which have been streamed from every continent to most of the popular live platforms. Folks of all skill levels are welcome to attend this free event, from on-the-go run-and-gun YouTubers to the big guns with broadcast trucks - events of all sizes will be discussed. Attendees can expect insights on planning, from video, audio and encoding, to learning how to manage the most important factors of an event that can often thwart a stream. Along the way, Alex will break down broadcasts and dive into key metrics to identify what makes a live web event great beyond just technical success.

Details:

• Thursday, June 28th
• 4:00pm- 6:00pm
• Union Square Ballroom
• Admission: Free

The weeklong Adorama INSPIRE conference-festival pays homage to cinematography, photography and social influence, offering specially curated workshops and community platforms that focus on improving technical expertise. Attendees can find the full Adorama INSPIRE schedule and registration details here.

ADORAMA: More Than a Camera Store

Adorama is more than a camera store – it’s one of the world’s largest photography, video, audio and computer retailers. Serving customers for more than 40 years, Adorama has grown from its flagship NYC store to include the leading online destination for imaging and consumer electronics. Adorama’s vast product offerings encompass professional video and audio, connected home, musical instruments and more, while its services include an in-house photo lab, AdoramaPix; resources and gear for photographers, filmmakers, production studios, broadcasting and post houses, and recording artists through Adorama Business Solutions; professional equipment rental at Adorama Rental Company; and the award-winning Adorama Learning Center, which offers free creative education via online channels such as the popular AdoramaTV on YouTube.

Visit ADORAMA at www.adorama.com.

Press Contact

Alexis Isaacs

Zazil Media Group

(e) alexis@zazilmediagroup.com

(p) +1 773 816 7944

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WASHINGTON— The reverse auction application workshop originally scheduled for tomorrow has been moved to Dec. 8. The Federal Communications Commission made the announcement last Friday in a Public Notice that also noted a pre-auction process tutorial for the reverse auction would be made available this Friday, Nov. 20.

The announcement came a day after the commission said it was pushing back the reverse auction applications window, from Dec. 1 - 18, to Dec. 8, 2015 through Jan. 12, 2016. (See, “FCC Moves Auction Application Window, Revises Opening Bids.”) The commission reiterated that the reverse auction process technically will commence March 29, 2016, also the deadline for reverse auction applicants to commit to an initial bid option.

The Dec. 8 workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. ET. Individuals who are pre-registered for the workshop do not need to re-register. Those who have not yet registered are encouraged to do so by submitting attendee names and company affiliations via email to auction1001-at-fcc-dot-gov in order to expedite the check-in process the day of the event. The FCC requests that individuals use “Reverse Auction Workshop” as the subject line in their emails. An agenda for the workshop will be released prior to the event. More contact information is available on the Public Notice.