PCU Woodlands 2024

With over 40 years as a professional photographer, his career began in high school and led him through prestigious opportunities at Columbia College and newspapers like the Chicago Sun-Times. His work, a passport to world events, includes photographing icons like Michael Jordan and significant events such as presidential elections and celebrity weddings. Today, as a partner in Bob & Dawn Davis Photography & Design, he continues to capture life's pivotal moments, driven by a deep passion for storytelling through photography.

Anabel DFlux began her artistic journey at ten with her first camera, founding DFlux Photography in 2009 to capture diverse subjects from animal photography to live music. A SIGMA Ambassador since 2019, she uses the latest lenses to enhance her work. Driven by a passion for music, she started photographing musicians at sixteen, quickly becoming a notable figure in music photography. Anabel has since crafted visual identities for hundreds of bands and her work has been extensively published.

Julie formally opened her photography business in 2009, beginning her journey with landscape photography and exploring many genres over the years. She has years of experience with portraiture, documentary, weddings and events, real estate, and conceptual photography. This experience gives a powerful perspective for her work to express the many unique viewpoints and styles of her clients.

Internationally acclaimed master photographer Scott Robert Lim, winner of the prestigious 2009 Kodak Award and Photographic Craftsman degree from PPA, is recognized as a leader in photography education. With over 70 international awards, appearances in top ten lists for wedding and influential photographers, and publications worldwide, Scott is a sought-after wedding photographer and inspirational speaker globally.

Master the art of wedding photography in our dynamic class, where you'll learn to navigate the unique challenges of both cozy indoor venues and breathtaking outdoor settings. Discover how to expertly manage artificial and natural lighting—from the soft glow of chandeliers to the shifting shades of sunset—to capture the most cherished moments of a couple's special day. This educational adventure will equip you with the skills to transform ordinary moments into extraordinary memories, making every shot worthy of the grand occasion.

Music photography is arguably one of the most exciting and wild niches you can engage in as an image maker. Musicians, magazines, and fans alike look to skilled photographers to create meaningful pictures that could very well go down in music history. From capturing the intensity of a live concert to telling the band’s narrative through promotional images, music photographers help musical artists reach and captivate their audience.

Join SIGMA Ambassador Anabel DFlux as she divulges all of her secrets for crafting a band’s visual identity, from live concerts to album covers, magazine shots, and promotional images. Anabel will walks you through step-by-step on how to achieve magazine-worth shots, and will discuss posing, lighting, gear choice, and how photography plays a vital role in the musician’s ability to find new fans. Gain expert insights into obtaining photo passes, getting published,, and building a sustainable career in music photography. 

Be sure to bring your camera to capture our special musical guests during the hands-on portion of the workshop! 

Mastering appropriate lighting for various scenarios can prove challenging and bewildering. This course equips you with the skills to effectively employ swift, efficient, and optimal lighting techniques under high-pressure circumstances. Develop confidence in handling even the most challenging lighting conditions through easy-to-apply methods. An in depth look into knowing when and how to use: natural light, hard and soft lighting, flash and video light. This is a comprehensive lighting course.

Elevate your studio photography with our hands-on workshop focused on creating stunning fine art portraits that weave storytelling and emotion. Dive deep into studio techniques to master lighting, props, and settings, and learn about Fujifilm's GFX medium format cameras for superior image quality. Develop and execute compelling concepts, and bring your portraits to life through a full set creation, with the opportunity to shoot your own images using the skills you've acquired. This class offers personal guidance and the freedom to explore and refine your unique style, enhancing your ability to produce portraits with deep impact. Join us to transform your approach to fine art portraiture!