How do you lead a Photowalk?
Aug 9, 2015 08:12:10 #
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
Aug 9, 2015 08:18:42 #
Ultra-Man wrote:
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
Something I would never do. If there is anyone but yourself involved, there will be disagreements about where to go and how long to stay. I went to one Meetup photowalk through a natural area, and with only half a dozen people, it was a drag. We had to wait for everyone to compose and shoot in each photogenic location. I would raise the camera and push the button, but other people seem to be making each shot their life's work.
On the other hand, it could be a lot of fun. :D
Aug 9, 2015 08:34:19 #
I hope you got your new vest to go with it. The one that is bright orange with SUCKER written on the back. LOL
Good Luck.
Note: I guess your group had a meeting and voted as your team leader, guess you'll never miss another meeting. LOL
As per Jerry's suggestion, I would tell them in the beginning, only 4 mins allowed per site. or whatever your will to spend on it. Then be a man and stand your ground and move on.
Good Luck.
Note: I guess your group had a meeting and voted as your team leader, guess you'll never miss another meeting. LOL
As per Jerry's suggestion, I would tell them in the beginning, only 4 mins allowed per site. or whatever your will to spend on it. Then be a man and stand your ground and move on.
Aug 9, 2015 08:35:59 #
Ultra-Man wrote:
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
A lot depends upon the skills of the individual members of the group. If experienced photographers all you will have to do is make sure no one gets lost. If beginners you will have to be a teacher. If mixed try to get the more experienced to hep the beginners. During the walk you gotta have some rules, No loud voices. Have all point out shooting opportunities, co-operating is a must. For you-have fun, and don't critisize. It might be a good idea to walk the trail before the "class" so you are familliar with the terrain, as well get familliar with the best places to shoot. No hard and fast rules. Pray for rain, so you will have to cancel
Aug 9, 2015 08:45:52 #
Ultra-Man wrote:
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
Sounds like fun, don't be intimidated. Some good suggestions here.
Be flexible and keep the rules practical and to a minimum. Give everyone as much time as they need as long as the group is not annoyed.
As someone said, become familiar with the trail and don't be afraid to take suggestions.
Enjoy.
Aug 9, 2015 12:54:06 #
Ultra-Man wrote:
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
Be firm - like a school teacher leading a group of first graders on an outdoor trip.
Aug 9, 2015 12:57:04 #
Aug 9, 2015 13:29:08 #
Ultra-Man wrote:
I was wondering if any of you fellow Hoggers could help me out. I was asked to lead a photowalk but I'm not sure what is involved.
To get an idea of how it's gonna work out, you might try herding a bunch of cats. :D
Aug 9, 2015 14:42:52 #
krl48 wrote:
To get an idea of how it's gonna work out, you might try herding a bunch of cats. :D
Year, I heard of that. :D
Aug 9, 2015 15:50:32 #
krl48 wrote:
To get an idea of how it's gonna work out, you might try herding a bunch of cats. :D
:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
Aug 9, 2015 16:04:18 #
boberic wrote:
Very good info here.A lot depends upon the skills of the individual me... (show quote)
I went on one when I first started. People of like minds seem to polarize and form smaller sub groups. This was in a Botanic garden so no one could get very lost. The group "leader" had only a few people stick around because he was doing more of a technical sort of thing (teaching) if you will. Others just wanted to enjoy themselves with various interests. A few even ventured off alone and fluttered between groups.
Maybe a pre-meet up to get a feel for the group and a loose consensus of what interests people have and experience, then season to taste. Being able to adapt as you go could prove very useful too
Cats will do what they like and trying to heard them just may take the fun out of it.....for all involved.
Aug 10, 2015 00:03:54 #
This week, Trey Ratcliff, is leading a "photowalk journey across America". He has already done New York, Philly and DC. Tomorrow, Aug 10, he will be in Chicago. I planned to go, but the distance being walked is over 2 miles. My new knee won't go that far yet. You can see the info on StuckinCustoms.com
That might help you. His plans are a meet up from 5-7pm, photowalk 7-9pm and an after party from 9-11. This is a set schedule for each stop on this tour.
When he does the meetup, he talks about his equipment, what he plans to do and what stops he will make. He has a map of the route on his website. Hope this helps.
That might help you. His plans are a meet up from 5-7pm, photowalk 7-9pm and an after party from 9-11. This is a set schedule for each stop on this tour.
When he does the meetup, he talks about his equipment, what he plans to do and what stops he will make. He has a map of the route on his website. Hope this helps.
Aug 10, 2015 06:24:13 #
Be the first in line and have fun1 Ask a ;ot of open ended questions.
Aug 10, 2015 07:38:27 #
I have done a couple of photo walks. Set the rules first: Place to meet, where you are headed, how long is the shoot, who can move on ahead, meet up check points and where to meet at the end, etc. I assign someone to each group such as intermediate shooters, and advanced to help and answer questions of non newbies. I tend to stay back with the newbies. They have the most questions. Once they feel comfy, I check on the other groups and come back to the newbies. Then we meet up and discuss, ask questions and do a show and tell of our photos at a local restaurant that supports computer equipment. I have also done specific walk abouts. I just did one on getting out of Auto. I do this with a class first on exposure and how to use the camera, and then we shoot. I am there to assist and answer questions. They can be a lot of fun.
Aug 10, 2015 08:10:55 #
My wife and I have participated in, though never led, a couple of the Scott Kelby photo walks. They were interesting, fun and well-organized. The event starts with a meeting time/place, followed by info from the leader as to the plan for the event, including a finishing time. Afterward, everyone went for a meal to to discuss and socialize. Lots of fun...
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