What Workshop Participants Are Saying ...

Being a photographer is easy. Being a good photographer is a totally different case.
One needs to focus on the subject and simultaneously on a series of combinations of shutter speed and aperture. Furthermore correct measuring of the light and perfect timing are vital for a good result.
The first lesson was all about getting to know my camera and all its possibilities. Also how to use it in a proper and fast way.
Di is an excellent teacher. She taught me how to capture the images I see with my eyes on camera. She did this by allowing and encouraging me to be myself and to catch on camera whatever strikes me as a reflection of my world view. As a result, all those individual photographs became a bouquet of impressions of a wonderful group of persons.
Being a stimulating and creative guide she took us to special places and corners where we could meet friendly and photogenic people.
For me this course was perfect as it contains not only getting all the practical and technical know-how but also having the opportunity to practice the use of the camera in a professional way while exploring the city and enjoying all it has to offer. This unique combination truly offers the opportunity to learn in a beautiful and vivid setting how to become a good photographer.
Clara Vanuytven

I am new to photography so really appreciated the time I was able to spend with Di and her patience as I begin this journey. Di worked with me to ascertain which camera suited my purpose and after I purchased my Canon 50D, we explored Antwerp, Brussels and Paris.
Before and during our visits to these cities, Di provided tuition on how to use my camera effectively. She was able to explain the finer points of photography in a way I could understand and apply. Di supported me in applying my new skills and we critiqued the results together, discussing why the photo looked as it did and what I might do to improve this.
As a result, my photography has improved and I continue to refer to her advice. I would recommend Di because she is patient, is able to break down photography into easy to understand processes and excellent company on any journey.
Thanks for all your support Di!
Julie Madgwick, Jules Hikoi

Di took enough time to explain the purpose and the basics of photography to us. There was even a  work book which I didn't expect at all.
Di's enthusiasm and ideas can be very contagious, she is good at motivating people.
A patient teacher who takse enough time to explain over and over. On the other hand, Di also picks up moods very easily and so one doesn't feel pressed to 'work' all the time. People with a low energy level will love this.
Di showed us the beauty of different, looking back at the photos I see some I would never had thought of making myself.
Di is a very caring person and it shows in the timetable and checking if everybody is okay.

Meanwhile, Genova is a lovely city, very photogenic and small enough so people can easily find their way.
Judy

I met Di at a party and - after finding out she was a photographer - I started talking about my pictures and my camera and how much I loved taking photographs. Di smiled very sweetly and listened. Then I had to admit I didn't know much about the functionalities of my camera besides the 'automatic' button. Then she offered me her help. I took it. Over the next couple of weeks, Di introduced me into the amazing world of shutter speed, aperture, white balance, focal points, etc. It never became too technical or boring, she never ran out of patience with me.  But that was just the beginning. We set out in the world of Deurne (where I live) where she showed me different and more interesting ways of looking at common things. Furthermore, she encouraged me to be more confident in how I saw certain picture scenes, she even referred to it as artistic. Who wouldn't love her after being called that! The pictures I take don't even  come  close to  Di's magic, but I have to say that I have grown as a 'photographer' -  I even started my own business! - and it's all thanks to Di, her patience, subtle hints,  inspiring ideas and enthusiastic encouragement!

Ruth Aerts, of Aertshouse Photographic Memories