Behind the Lens: In-Depth Portfolio Reviews, with Joe McNally and Scott Kelby
Join Joe and Scott for an evening of no-holds-barred portfolio critiques, stories, and laughs. Joe graciously provides his expert, constructive insights to help beginners and experienced shooters alike improve their portfolio. More experienced photographers often get to a point where takeaways and suggestions are rare. Joe's unique way of seeing into photographs, coupled with his years of experience, and absolutely entertaining delivery style, makes this live night at the Tampa Improv a must watch class for any photographer.
Release Date: 2014-07-10
Lessons
Introduction
<p>Scott introduces Joe to the stage and kicks off the evening with a discussion on the importance of having a good editor of your work.</p>
Duration: 6 mins 12 seconds
Embrace the Critique
<p>You will never be in the room to defend your photographs after you send them out into the world. Be open to the critique and learn how to internalize the voice of the editor.</p>
Duration: 14 mins 27 seconds
Brian L Portfolio Review
<p>A member of the audience comes on stage for the first live portfolio review followed by a set of blind critiques.</p>
Duration: 14 mins 8 seconds
Blind Critiques Continued
<p>Following a set of blind critiques Joe is joined by John V. for the next live portfolio review.</p>
Duration: 14 mins 21 seconds
John V Portfolio Review
<p>Joe finishes John's portfolio review with more stories and insight before taking a break.</p>
Duration: 8 mins 47 seconds
Blind Critiques Continued Again
<p>Fresh from the break Joe and Scott move through a new series of blind critiques punctuated more of Joe's fantastic perspective on photography.</p>
Duration: 11 mins 7 seconds
Nancy L Portfolio Review
<p>Joe has a way of looking into a photograph and seeing things that few people can. Each critique is an opportunity for learning for all.</p>
Duration: 9 mins 43 seconds
Tim S Portfolio Review
<p>Joe's ability to improvise as a photographer serves him well as a critical reviewer. </p>
Duration: 14 mins 59 seconds
Stephanie R and Eric W Portfolio Reviews
<p>In this segment Joe provides live critiques to two photographers, Stephanie R. and Eric W., and shares more insight into his way of looking at photographs.</p>
Duration: 13 mins 20 seconds
Eric W Portfolio Continued
<p>Joe wraps up Eric's portfolio review and then moves into a new set of blind critiques. </p>
Duration: 13 mins 57 seconds
Brian D and Jen T Portfolio Review
<p>With each portfolio reviewed we gain a deeper appreciation for how to approach our own photographic journey. </p>
Duration: 13 mins 50 seconds
Kathy P Portfolio Review
<p>Joe wraps up the critiques and the evening with a final live portfolio review.</p>
Duration: 13 mins 57 seconds
Wrap Up
<p>Joe answers questions from the audience about his personal style.</p>
Duration: 14 mins 23 seconds