Bill Stockwell Seminars
Dec 28, 2011 14:58:12 #
Is there anyone on the forum who attended Stockwell Seminars? I attended three and they turned my wedding photos into something more than pictures.
Dec 28, 2011 15:49:54 #
Dec 28, 2011 16:03:45 #
Bill has passed away some years ago. He has a son who is living. My wife and I became close friends with him and his wife. Bill died of a heart attack along with some other great teachers whose seminar we attended.
I found Bill Jr. By using Google and spoke with him about his parents.
Good to hear from you.
I found Bill Jr. By using Google and spoke with him about his parents.
Good to hear from you.
Dec 28, 2011 16:13:18 #
One of my photographer friends from the NC area attended one of his seminars. Of course one of my friends I am referring to is now in her 70's so it was probably quite some time ago!! She enjoyed it though!
Dec 28, 2011 16:22:22 #
I am 85---old as dirt. My wife who assisted me has also passed. I guess I
am reflecting on the past today, but Stockwell revolutionized wedding photography. I have a younger friend who getting started doing weddings and I trying to share with him.
am reflecting on the past today, but Stockwell revolutionized wedding photography. I have a younger friend who getting started doing weddings and I trying to share with him.
Dec 29, 2011 09:33:42 #
Jon Boy wrote:
I am 85---old as dirt. My wife who assisted me has also passed. I guess I
am reflecting on the past today, but Stockwell revolutionized wedding photography. I have a younger friend who getting started doing weddings and I trying to share with him.
am reflecting on the past today, but Stockwell revolutionized wedding photography. I have a younger friend who getting started doing weddings and I trying to share with him.
It is very kind of you to share your knowledge with your friend!! I would be more than happy to take advice and pointers and tips from you also, if you are willing to share your knowledge!
Dec 29, 2011 10:07:04 #
bubbaDon
Loc: southern tier, New York
I used think I was "old as dirt", glad to see other oldie's read this site, it takes up a good part of my day with enjoyment that only a senior citizen could understand.
Dec 29, 2011 10:18:17 #
Thank you Bubba Don for the reply. Good to hear some body else has joined us old folks! I want to start a list. Want in?
Dec 29, 2011 10:27:36 #
Dec 29, 2011 12:03:58 #
photojet
Loc: TX/CO
Some times I think that I was old before dirt. I had attended a Bill Shotwell seminar in Houston along with some others that I can't remember. I have given thir VHS tapes to others. Hope they put them to good use.
Dec 29, 2011 12:34:18 #
SHOOTR
Loc: Hoosier State
OK. I am in, @ 86. I attended 2 maybe 3 seminars. He did somewhat revolutionize the shooting styles back then. As I recall, much of what I learned from him consisted of what I think (just my opinion) somewhat as gimmicky shots, double exposures etc. Some people liked them, others no.
I always said I would do them if the couple wanted, but no guarantee. They were difficult in film days.
I always said I would do them if the couple wanted, but no guarantee. They were difficult in film days.
Dec 29, 2011 12:34:50 #
Hello, Yes, I have attended several, The one I remember most is Shooting Weddings in Available Light, mostly Candlelight, I still have the hard bound book, and refer to it often, this was maybe back in the 80s, taught Me a-lot about f-stops, aperture, I learned to set my camera at 1/60th of a second, and play with f-stops, for more depth, and sharpness. So sorry to hear about Bill, I will always treasure his books, along with the many fond memories, He was quite a person to know, and be around, He was always straight forward with his wanting to teach you the professional way to enjoy photography, and make a decent living. He always took the time to make sure you understood what he was saying, he would also walk around the class, just to make sure, like a one on one instructor. George in New Jersey
Dec 29, 2011 15:10:41 #
For a bit, I thought I was the only one left of the Stockwell crowd. I vividly
remember the line and Bill saying,"skoot an shoot." I located his son and spoke with him recently.
I also had a seminar with Ron Warwick. He and Bill both died of heart attacks. Thanks for the responses.
remember the line and Bill saying,"skoot an shoot." I located his son and spoke with him recently.
I also had a seminar with Ron Warwick. He and Bill both died of heart attacks. Thanks for the responses.
Dec 29, 2011 17:48:41 #
Jon Boy.
Welcome to the world of Bill Stockwell fans. One of the greatest photographers who ever lived! Most photographers of today could not hold a candle to the Champagne Magician. Remember, 1/15 sec. at f2.8 for candlelights at ASA 100 using a 50mm lens? What a man. I remember calling him in Oklahoma and got a seminar on the phone with him talking endlessly for at least an hour before I could get a word in. He could take thirty-six unique photographs of a bride and groom in less than five minutes without repeating the same look. I still have his books.
He and Monte, who became a close friend of mine, were very stimulating. Bill with his spontaneous photography and Monte with his elegance.
JR
Welcome to the world of Bill Stockwell fans. One of the greatest photographers who ever lived! Most photographers of today could not hold a candle to the Champagne Magician. Remember, 1/15 sec. at f2.8 for candlelights at ASA 100 using a 50mm lens? What a man. I remember calling him in Oklahoma and got a seminar on the phone with him talking endlessly for at least an hour before I could get a word in. He could take thirty-six unique photographs of a bride and groom in less than five minutes without repeating the same look. I still have his books.
He and Monte, who became a close friend of mine, were very stimulating. Bill with his spontaneous photography and Monte with his elegance.
JR
Dec 29, 2011 17:49:37 #
Jon Boy.
Welcome to the world of Bill Stockwell fans. One of the greatest photographers who ever lived! Most photographers of today could not hold a candle to the Champagne Magician. Remember, 1/15 sec. at f2.8 for candlelights at ASA 100 using a 50mm lens? What a man. I remember calling him in Oklahoma and got a seminar on the phone with him talking endlessly for at least an hour before I could get a word in. He could take thirty-six unique photographs of a bride and groom in less than five minutes without repeating the same look. I still have his books.
He and Monte, who became a close friend of mine, were very stimulating. Bill with his spontaneous photography and Monte with his elegance.
JR
Welcome to the world of Bill Stockwell fans. One of the greatest photographers who ever lived! Most photographers of today could not hold a candle to the Champagne Magician. Remember, 1/15 sec. at f2.8 for candlelights at ASA 100 using a 50mm lens? What a man. I remember calling him in Oklahoma and got a seminar on the phone with him talking endlessly for at least an hour before I could get a word in. He could take thirty-six unique photographs of a bride and groom in less than five minutes without repeating the same look. I still have his books.
He and Monte, who became a close friend of mine, were very stimulating. Bill with his spontaneous photography and Monte with his elegance.
JR
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