ART OF
ABSTRACTION
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
We’re ready for you.
We want nothing more than for you to show up as yourself in your photography and in your life. We are excited to see what YOU bring to the table, and we’re standing by, ready to help you when you show up for your dreams.
Abstract Work of Art
There is one key difference between your "average" photographer and a GREAT photographer. One photographs THINGS while the other holds the ability to capture how things FEEL. Your "average" photographer may focus on the what, whereas the great photographer delves into the why and the how. They know how to transcend all the sticky stuff at the surface to create depth, emotional resonance, and convey the essence of a moment or subject. A sense of place if you will. But HOW do they do it, right?!
This disparity can be likened to the contrast between simply seeing and feeling. While both involve the senses, adding some "feeling" to your photographs makes your images go from lackluster to lovable, hopeless to hooray!
During the Art of Abstraction, you will learn the HOW to communicate the essence of every scene and turn something basic into something beautiful. While this may sound simple, getting the right formula down can feel daunting, so let us help you fast-track your success!
Join us in Phoenix, Arizona for an incredible week together. We will be hitting up the Desert Botanical Gardens, exploring some urban gems downtown, and getting you the hookup for the best pizza in town, seems random I know, but we promise that it will give you that good energy to help keep those creative juices flowing!
The last time we were in Phoenix, we were SHOOK by how much fun we all had together, and the images that came out of that workshop were second to none! We just HAD to do round two!
This workshop will enable to you to go anywhere and photograph absolutely anything...and do so remarkably well.
We can promise you will leave this workshop a better photographer, guaranteed. We have the goods, and we are not holding back!
Grant Jones
"Tony has been immensely helpful in helping me become a photographer as opposed to someone who just takes pictures. His persistent approach to helping me find my unique voice has been invaluable."
"I couldn’t ask for a better thing than a fabulous week with Tony to get the creative juices going."
Jen Weiss
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ART OF ABSTRACTION
PHOENIX, ARIZONA
March 2nd-7th 2025 / $3,200
You can too.
In the realm of photography, there are photographers, there are teachers, and then there is Tony—a remarkable blend of both. He intimately understands the intricacies of the craft, walking you through its highs and lows. He’s helped thousands of students discover their talents and succeed as photographers. Let Tony guide you where you need to go.
The A’s to your Q’s
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We typically arrange a block of rooms for our domestic workshops so we can all stay at the same hotel. Often we choose to forego a room block for international workshops because we want you to be able to choose the experience that resonates with you based on your preferences and budget. In workshops with no room block, we will let you know where we will be staying and critiquing so you can select the same hotel or one nearby.
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Our daily schedule is designed to maximize great light and photographic opportunities. We usually begin with a morning photo session on location, followed by a break for you to have a meal or work on your images. After that, we'll have a critique session, followed by an evening shoot. You'll have time to enjoy a leisurely dinner before getting some rest for the day ahead. Our schedule strikes a balance between keeping you busy and allowing enough downtime to rest your creative muscles.
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Tuition covers six days of amazing hand-selected locations (for the utmost in photogenic beauty, of course) and daily critiques. It covers belly laughs, new friendships, top-notch instruction, and help one-on-one with Tony while photographing. And in Italy, one round of gelato.
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During our workshop, most of your time will be dedicated to on-location photography, critiques, and editing. There won't be much downtime for leisurely activities or relaxation with your partner as you would on a typical vacation.
If your partner is the independent and easygoing type who can entertain themselves throughout the day, purchasing an extra plane ticket for them might be a good idea. They can explore the local area or engage in their own activities while you focus on the workshop.
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So we strongly recommend getting travel insurance; it's always better to be safe than sorry. Check out our Terms of Service link below for details and recommendations.
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PB is for photographers who want to take amazing photographs, and we take this very seriously. Time spent on students' computer issues undermines the workshop experience for other participants, and we're just not cool with that. Please ensure all of your technology is up to date and in excellent working order before attending.
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A working laptop (with plenty of storage and a long-lasting battery and charger cable) with the LATEST version of Lightroom, your camera (in tip-top shape), and any lenses you love and that bring you joy, and some extra cards and batteries, and maybe some sunscreen (reef-safe of course!).