Digital Transitions welcomes digital techs of all levels of experience to join us for a night of networking.

Stop by to see what infinite possibilities lie ahead with the Phase One IQ4 and hear about the latest tips and tricks of Capture One software. You’ll also enjoy some refreshments on us. This is a great opportunity to give Capture One v12 a test drive!

FEATURING SCOTT NIDERMAIER

This month’s topic? 

Focus Stacking with Scott Nidermaier and the DT Experts!

Focus stacking has shifted from an esoteric exercise to a daily necessity for many photographers. As capture resolutions go up and up, keeping focus sharp from front-to-back becomes increasingly challenging. We’ll present on the current state of software, hardware, and workflows for focus stacking. We’ll also discuss the latest developments in IQ system technology including the introduction of Frame Averaging in the most recent feature Update.

Whether you are an experienced digital tech or new to the field we look forward to seeing you at Tech Night!

REGISTER HERE

Tune-up Tuesday – September 17, 2019

Twice a year we provide a complimentary day of services that would normally cost up to $330. On Tune-Up Day, these services are free of charge, regardless of where the equipment was purchased.

Please select your tune-up appointment time from the ticket options listed on Eventbrite (September 17, 2019 from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM PT). Each appointment should last about 30 minutes. Please only select one appointment time, we’ll make sure you’re squared away before you leave.

REGISTER FOR TUNE-UP TUESDAY

CAMERAS ELIGIBLE

• Phase One: IQ4 150mp, IQ3 Series, IQ2 Series, IQ1 Series, P+ & P Backs
• Mamiya Leaf: Credo, Aptus-II & Aptus Backs
• Phase One / Mamiya Leaf Cameras: XF / DF / DF+

SERVICES PROVIDED BY OUR TECHS:

• Filter / Sensor Deep Cleaning (normally a $50 fee)
• Line Calibration (normally a $180 fee)
• Replace Port Covers (normally a $50 fee)
• Replace Sync Ports (normally a $50 fee)
• Overall Equipment Cleaning
• Firmware Upgrades

WHILE YOU WAIT:

• Ask Capture One questions or play with our C1 Styles
• Try the latest medium format gear, including the Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back
• Learn more about our Hasselblad and dSLR trade-in deals

CAN’T MAKE IT? NEED A DIFFERENT TIME SLOT?

If you are unable to come, don’t fret! Contact our support team at support@digitaltransitions.com to set up a private appointment, get your gear checked out, and get to know us!

Looking forward to seeing you there!   

REGISTER HERE

Not everyone is ready to jump directly into our widely acclaimed Capture One Masters training class! Maybe you’re new to Capture One, or have been using it for years but are self taught and could use a formal introductory class on how Capture One was meant, by its programmers, to be used. In such cases we recommend Capture One Basics.

Capture One Basics is a two and a half hour class that mixes lecture, demonstration, and hands-on examples for Capture One Session workflow (so don’t forget to bring a laptop). It is designed to be a solid stand-alone class for those wanting a beginner level introduction to Capture One, or as a primer for the more advanced Capture One Masters classes.

Topic Overview:

Capture One: What and Wherefore

• What is Capture One. What functions does it serve well and poorly?
• Why or Why Not Capture One. Demonstrations of pros and cons compared to LightRoom, Bridge, and Photoshop

Basic File Management

• Sessions vs Catalogs: What they are and when each is appropriate
• Session Workflow: Including hands on examples.
• Basic Navigation: Finding, sorting, filtering, and organizing your images

Basic Adjustments and Output

• Getting the look you want from an image
• Exporting or processing to TIFF/JPG
• Photoshop Round tripping 

Customization

• Keyboard Shortcuts
• Workspace tweaks for different workflows

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. Should I take Capture One Masters or Capture One Basics?
Take our COMPetency Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Masters! Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you’re not sure if you’re ready for Masters, then we’d recommend taking Capture One Basics.

2. Does Capture One Basics come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
During the class we will be doing hands-on exercises so you should bring a laptop with the latest version of Capture One Pro already installed and activated.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

Stop by our Open House anytime throughout the day to shoot with the Phase One system. We will be available to go over features and answer questions. You are welcome to come anytime.

Complimentary Phase One Tune Up!
DT’s Phase One Certified Technicians will be doing free kit tune-ups (sensor cleaning, calibration, etc.) worth up to $600 in value!  

Want your Phase One equipment tuned-up? Pre-register by emailing Michelle Matthews at mrm@digitaltransitions.com.

Interested in Phase One, Cambo, Eizo, Lighting or Tech Camera Solutions?
We will have a wide variety of equipment available for demonstration.

Want to see something specific? Let us know when you register.

REGISTER HERE

Location:
Dan Sellers Studio
1317 Conant Street
Dallas, TX 75207

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (September 24)

• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (September 25)

Topic Overview:

Advanced Interface Customization

• Dual monitor setups
• Three monitor setups with partial mirroring
• Fixed-multi-point focus evaluation

Cataloging and Importing

• Advanced preset handling per ISO and lens
• Verifying the catalog
• Automatic and Manual repair of corrupt catalog

Backups and File Transmission

• Session COS backup and adjustment transmission
• EIP format, including manual extraction utility
• Annotations, methods and strategy for collaboration

Tethering Tools

• Settings for machine-gun shooters
• Advanced Overlay usage
• Avoiding death-knell of Composition Mode

Capture Pilot

• Set up for off-site real-time eval & feedback
• Requirements for simultaneous device access

Scripting and UI Hacking

• Advanced workflows using basic scripts
• Adding shortcuts to otherwise un-shortcutable menu items

System Optimization

• Ram headroom evaluation
• Dual boots and bootable backups

Troubleshooting

• Auxiliary file locations and purposes
• OS <–> SDK interaction
• OpenCL variations

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

For student pricing please send a copy of your student ID to courses@digitaltransitions.com before your purchase, you will receive a unique coupon code for your registration.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

Stop by our Open House anytime throughout the day to shoot with the Phase One system. We will be available to go over features and answer questions. You are welcome to come anytime.

Location:
Photogroup Austin
321 West Ben White, Suite 106A
Austin, TX 78704

Complimentary Phase One Tune Up!
DT’s Phase One Certified Technicians will be doing free kit tune-ups (sensor cleaning, calibration, etc.) worth up to $600 in value!  

Want your Phase One equipment tuned-up? Pre-register by emailing Michelle Matthews at mrm@digitaltransitions.com.

Interested in Phase One, Cambo, Eizo, Lighting or Tech Camera Solutions?
We will have a wide variety of equipment available for demonstration.

Want to see something specific? Let us know when you register.

Interested in Cultural Heritage Solutions?

We will be hosting a 1 hour seminar 2:30 to 3:30 PM for our attendees from Cultural Heritage institutions. Arnab Chatterjee, one of our Equipment–Specialists, will discuss the latest and greatest in Cultural Heritage Technology including The DT Titan and DT Photon SmartController. The lecture will start promptly at 1:00 PM, but come any time throughout the day to meet our staff and get more information on DT digitization solutions. Please contact Jerry Ward at jww@digitaltransitions.com for questions regarding the availability of cultural heritage demo equipment at the event.

In addition to our open house in Austin we will also be hosting our highly rated Capture One Masters Classes on September 24 and 25! Click the links below to get more information on each class and reserve your spot!

Capture One Masters – Workflow – September 24

Capture One Masters – Image Adjustment – September 25

And don’t miss Phase One’s STAND OUT event on September 25 for presentations from renowned industry professionals, equipment tune-ups, and portfolio reviews.

We hope to see you in Austin!

REGISTER HERE

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (September 24)
• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (September 25)

Topic Overview

Masking and Local Adjustments

• Uses and limitations of AutoMask
• When HSL selection is a better mask than a mask
• True gradients and Pseudo gradients
• Building up and pulling back
• Local white balance for complex scenes

Healing, Cloning, and Dust Mapping

• Automatic Dust Map via LCC
• Manual Dust mapping using Spot tool
• Heal vs Clone Layers

Advanced Image Adjustments

• The physics model of the Film Grain tool
• The power of 3-channel curves
• Leveraging LCC for incident-light-evening

Skin tone and Color Editing

• How to create a skin tone black hole
• Product-specific color patch matching
• Creating custom camera profiles

Multi-Radius Sharpening

• Noise, SNR, and the nearly-always-wrong default threshold
• Low, mid, and large radius sharpening
• Combining structure, noise reduction, sharpening, and clarity
• Negative clarity and structure as retouching tools

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

For student pricing please send a copy of your student ID to courses@digitaltransitions.com before your purchase, you will receive a unique coupon code for your registration.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

POCP: Phase Certified Training:

In our industry today, there are both traditional “Assistants” and a new type of person on the set which we call the Digital Technician or Operator. Quality and specialized knowledge among assistants can vary quite dramatically.

Digital Techs that have completed the Phase One Certified Professional Program will have received specialized training in Phase One equipment and software and will be listed in Phase One’s Certified Professional online database. Photographers are more likely to choose certified digital technicians to ensure that the tech they hire has the knowledge and experience to get the most out of the Phase One equipment and software on set. 

Training Overview

Training takes place over a two-day period encompassing everything from efficient on-set workflow to troubleshooting to advanced software techniques. At the end of the two days, it culminates with a certification exam. Those who pass the exam are given the title of Phase One Certified Professional and listed in the official Phase One database.

Training seminars will include a mixture of lecture and hands-on practice. You will have the opportunity to use the Phase One XF Camera System, a multitude of Schneider lenses and several different digital backs. The following topics will be covered during Training:

Phase One Digital Backs, Bodies & Lenses

• Technology inside the Digital Backs
• Phase One 645DF+ Body
• Phase One XF Camera System
• Recommended Usage & Capabilities
• Troubleshooting

Third Party Cameras

• Usage with Phase One Backs
• Canon/Nikon Tethering

Computers

• Recommended Setup
• Backup Procedures
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Capture One Pro

• Tools
• Workflow
• Troubleshooting

Program Fee Includes the Following:

• Receive a full license of Capture One Pro and a special Troubleshooting Guide after completing all of the qualification testing requirements.*
• Get listed on Digital Transitions’ and Phase One’s website as a “Phase One Certified” Digital Tech.
• Get shooting time with the new Phase One XF Camera System & Phase One digital backs.
• License to Phase One pre-requisite online courses.*

Course Details

• Two full days
• Lunch will be provided. (Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches, Snacks, Coffee, Water, Sodas)
• We recommend that you bring a laptop to the training
• Course info will be emailed to you after your registration is processed
• If you have more specific questions regarding the Phase One Certified Professional Program, please email courses@digitaltransitions.com

*As we will build on the information from the online courses during the training, you MUST complete all courses before the POCP event. Each course is a mixture of articles and videos and includes 1-2 short quizzes. You can take the quizzes as many times as necessary, but you must get an 80% to move forward within the course. We expect that the entire online course should not take more than 5 hours total.

Refunds & Rescheduling Policies:

Please be sure that you are available to attend both days of training and will be able to complete your Qualification Tests before signing up for the course. Our policy is that we do not offer rescheduling options. It is difficult to fill open seats close to the training, as attendees require time to take their qualification tests.

Please also note that there are no refunds, as once you have signed up and paid, we provide you with Capture One Pro ($299 value) and your Phase One Qualification Testing License ($150 value). Digital Transitions is responsible for those costs once you have activated them

STAND OUT Photographic Events bring together top-level photographers and innovative industry creatives to discuss their work and explore new ways to differentiate both the art and business of photography. At each event, attendees will view spectacular medium format images, test leading photographic equipment, and network with industry leaders and professionals.

STAND OUT Photographic Events provides an intimate setting to explore the inspiration behind the artists’ images, as well as the preparation, capture and print techniques that were used. It’s an ideal, informal space to ask questions about workflow, network with others, listen to their stories and take a step closer to your own personal goals.

At STAND OUT Photographic Events:

• View stunning, detailed photographic artwork and hear from the artists behind the work
• Hear top-level photographers discuss their work and inspiration in an intimate setting
• Find inspiration and practical information on the art and business of photography
• Be part of a community-building, networking event
• Ask questions about workflow and printing, network with like-minded individuals, and enjoy amazing giveaways
• View and test the latest and greatest in the photographic industry. Bring your CF, SD, or XQD card and take home great quality images you can explore and play with after the event.

THIS YEAR’S SPEAKERS 

The Art of Printmaking and Selling Your Prints
with Josef Blazar
Josef Blazar is the owner of Blazing Editions, a fine art printing company based in Rhode Island. In his presentation, “The Art of Printmaking and Selling Your Prints,” Blazer will discuss the mission and background of Blazing Editions, emphasizing the importance of quality and customer service. He will also share information on various topics relating to printing images, from the benefits and drawbacks of paper and metal substrates to the importance of high resolution photos when printing from a camera. After an overview of important details in the process of printing and re-printing images, Blazer will provide valuable insight relating to art exhibitions, selling prints, interacting with galleries, and the hardships of online-focused selling.

America in Focus: Frances, Dorothea and Me
with Carol Highsmith
Frances Benjamin Johnston, Dorothea Lange and Carol M. Highsmith collections are all featured in the Library of Congress Prints and Photographs archive.
Johnston, funded by Andrew Carnegie, traveled throughout America documenting architecture, gardens, African Americans and Native Americans during her career that spanned from early 1900s to the 1940s.

It’s Not About Me
with Keith Major
How I checked my ego in order to get the desired shots. I’ll tell the stories behind how personalities like Kevin Hart, David Koch, Iris Apfel, and Frank Lucas (Frank is the subject of the movie American Gangster played by Denzel Washington) can affect the mood of a shoot. I discuss how things went, how I handled situations. I discuss how crazy it can get sometimes and what I believe one can do to keep things even or what to do when caught in the eye of the storm. I believe a selfless approach to be a valuable asset in getting to the next level.

Visual Storytelling, An Alternative Way of Building Your Body of Work
with Andy Biggs
Photography is a visual storytelling method and one alternative way of assembling a body of work that will be consistent over time is to use adjectives that you would like to use, even before you pick up your camera. These adjectives will drive your work, define your visual style and help narrow down what you are trying to say and how you say it.
Andy will walk us through his own journey of visual storytelling, from his work with Banana Republic to his fine art print sales and stock photo library.

Schedule:

• 12:30 – 1:00pm – Welcome and Introductions
• 1:00 – 1:30pm – Josef Blazar – The Art of Printmaking and Selling Your Prints
• 1:30 – 2:30pm – Carol Highsmith – America in Focus: Frances, Dorothea and Me
• 2:30 – 3:30pm – Keith Major – It’s Not About Me
• 3:30 – 4:30pm – Andy Biggs – Visual Storytelling, An Alternative Way of Building your Body of Work
• 4:30– 6:30pm – Networking, Demo, Giveaways, Food and Drinks
• All day by appointment:
  One-on-One Business Consultation with Craig Oppenheimer from Wonderful Machine 
  Medium Format Clean & Check by Phase One  

We look forward to seeing you there!

REGISTER HERE

Ticket Price: $30

also at STAND OUT…

CAPTURE ONE TRAINING

We’re taking our popular Capture One Masters Classes to Austin!
Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (September 24)
• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (September 25)

Complimentary Service Check

Complimentary service and cleaning of Phase One or Mamiya Leaf camera systems.

• Filter / CCD Cleaning
• Firmware Updates
• Replace Port Covers
• Replace Sync Ports
• Overall Equipment Cleaning
• Evaluate Broken Accessories
• Remote calibrations

Complimentary cleaning only for all other Medium Format Digital Camera systems.  

• Filter / CCD Cleaning
• Overall Equipment Cleaning

Camera System Service and cleaning Valued at $600 or more

Complimentary service and cleaning at the STAND OUT Event is by appointment only.  There are limited appointments. Reserve your appointment today. If you cannot attend the service check, please email us.

REGISTER HERE FOR A SERVICE CHECK

Digital Transitions welcomes digital techs of all levels of experience to join us for a night of networking.

Stop by to hear about the latest tips and tricks of Capture One software and enjoy a few drinks on us. We’ll have a workstation set up with Capture One for you to demo and our experienced support team would be happy to answer any questions.

This month’s topic? 

Tech Cameras with Doug Peterson!

Presentation

Whether you are an experienced digital tech or new to the field we look forward to seeing you!

Featuring out sponsors at:

Cambo

 

Known for being the first studio camera manufacturer to produce an all-metal large format camera, Cambo has since built a reputation for high quality, precision engineered cameras, stands and other studio equipment.

REGISTER HERE

PS. Can’t make it? Don’t miss our live stream of the event! The link to stream will be posted here on the day of the event.

Stop by our Open House anytime throughout the day to shoot with the Phase One system. We will be available to go over features and answer questions. You are welcome to come anytime.

Complimentary Phase One Tune Up!
DT’s Phase One Certified Technicians will be doing free kit tune-ups (sensor cleaning, calibration, etc.) worth up to $600 in value!  

Want your Phase One equipment tuned-up? Pre-register by emailing Michelle Matthews at mrm@digitaltransitions.com.

Interested in Phase One, Cambo, Eizo, Lighting or Tech Camera Solutions?
We will have a wide variety of equipment available for demonstration.

Want to see something specific? Let us know when you register.

REGISTER HERE

Location:

Experience Infinite Possibilities with the Phase One XF IQ4

Stage Two Nine

Featuring Scott Nidermaier

Scott Nidermaier is the Manager of Education and a Product Specialist for Phase One. He started as a lab tech in Montana, he then worked as a photographer’s assistant in NYC for some of the biggest names in the photography world. Scott then moved onto becoming a Digital Tech working with global brands in fashion and advertising. Scott was an Adjunct at Parsons School of Design in NY, teaching studio and light, advanced studio techniques, and advanced location lighting. Scott has also shot for a variety of commercial clients photographing vintage automobiles, as well as advertising architectural work. His personal work is in several private collections.

Register Here

Cambo

Known for being the first studio camera manufacturer to produce an all-metal large format camera, Cambo has since built a reputation for high quality, precision engineered cameras, stands and other studio equipment. Cambo will be joining us and bringing a variety of equipment for you to test out with the new Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back.

Experience Infinite Possibilities with the Phase One XF IQ4

Digital Transitions

Featuring Scott Nidermaier

Scott Nidermaier is the Manager of Education and a Product Specialist for Phase One. He started as a lab tech in Montana, he then worked as a photographer’s assistant in NYC for some of the biggest names in the photography world. Scott then moved onto becoming a Digital Tech working with global brands in fashion and advertising. Scott was an Adjunct at Parsons School of Design in NY, teaching studio and light, advanced studio techniques, and advanced location lighting. Scott has also shot for a variety of commercial clients photographing vintage automobiles, as well as advertising architectural work. His personal work is in several private collections.

Register Here

Cambo

Known for being the first studio camera manufacturer to produce an all-metal large format camera, Cambo has since built a reputation for high quality, precision engineered cameras, stands and other studio equipment. Cambo will be joining us and bringing a variety of equipment for you to test out with the new Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back.

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (October 09)

• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (October 09)

Topic Overview:

Advanced Interface Customization

• Dual monitor setups
• Three monitor setups with partial mirroring
• Fixed-multi-point focus evaluation

Cataloging and Importing

• Advanced preset handling per ISO and lens
• Verifying the catalog
• Automatic and Manual repair of corrupt catalog

Backups and File Transmission

• Session COS backup and adjustment transmission
• EIP format, including manual extraction utility
• Annotations, methods and strategy for collaboration

Tethering Tools

• Settings for machine-gun shooters
• Advanced Overlay usage
• Avoiding death-knell of Composition Mode

Capture Pilot

• Set up for off-site real-time eval & feedback
• Requirements for simultaneous device access

Scripting and UI Hacking

• Advanced workflows using basic scripts
• Adding shortcuts to otherwise un-shortcutable menu items

System Optimization

• Ram headroom evaluation
• Dual boots and bootable backups

Troubleshooting

• Auxiliary file locations and purposes
• OS <–> SDK interaction
• OpenCL variations

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (October 09)
• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (October 09)

Topic Overview

Masking and Local Adjustments

• Uses and limitations of AutoMask
• When HSL selection is a better mask than a mask
• True gradients and Pseudo gradients
• Building up and pulling back
• Local white balance for complex scenes

Healing, Cloning, and Dust Mapping

• Automatic Dust Map via LCC
• Manual Dust mapping using Spot tool
• Heal vs Clone Layers

Advanced Image Adjustments

• The physics model of the Film Grain tool
• The power of 3-channel curves
• Leveraging LCC for incident-light-evening

Skin tone and Color Editing

• How to create a skin tone black hole
• Product-specific color patch matching
• Creating custom camera profiles

Multi-Radius Sharpening

• Noise, SNR, and the nearly-always-wrong default threshold
• Low, mid, and large radius sharpening
• Combining structure, noise reduction, sharpening, and clarity
• Negative clarity and structure as retouching tools

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

Experience Infinite Possibilities with the Phase One XF IQ4

Flash Photo Studio

Register Here

Cambo

Known for being the first studio camera manufacturer to produce an all-metal large format camera, Cambo has since built a reputation for high quality, precision engineered cameras, stands and other studio equipment. Cambo will be joining us and bringing a variety of equipment for you to test out with the new Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back.

Equipment Tune-up – October 10

A few times a year DigitalTransitions provides a complimentary day-of services that would normally cost up to $330. On Tune-up Day, these services are free of charge, regardless of where the equipment was purchased. 

Make an appointment and meet us at Flash Photo Studios.

Flash Photo Studio

Please select your tune-up appointment time from the ticket options listed on Eventbrite (October 10 from 9:00 – 11:00 AM PT). Each appointment should last about 30 minutes. Please only select one appointment time, we’ll make sure you’re squared away before you leave.

CAMERAS ELIGIBLE

• Phase One: IQ4 150mp, IQ3 Series, IQ2 Series, IQ1 Series, P+ & P Backs
• Mamiya Leaf: Credo, Aptus-II & Aptus Backs
• Phase One / Mamiya Leaf Cameras: XF / DF / DF+

SERVICES PROVIDED BY OUR TECHS:

• Filter / Sensor Deep Cleaning (normally a $50 fee)
• Line Calibration (normally a $180 fee)
• Replace Port Covers (normally a $50 fee)
• Replace Sync Ports (normally a $50 fee)
• Overall Equipment Cleaning
• Firmware Upgrades

WHILE YOU WAIT:

• Ask Capture One questions or play with our C1 Styles
• Try the latest medium format gear, including the Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back
• Learn more about our Hasselblad and dSLR trade-in deals

Register Here

CAN’T MAKE IT? NEED A DIFFERENT TIME SLOT?

If you are unable to come, don’t fret! Contact our support team at support@digitaltransitions.com to set up a private appointment, get your gear checked out, and get to know us!

Looking forward to seeing you there!   

Digital Transitions is the official Phase One booth at PhotoPlus 2019. We’ll be at booth 151 listed in the Show Floor Guide as “Digital Transitions.” We will have Phase One’s full line of hardware offerings. Including all the latest technology (like the IQ4 150MP digital back!). If there is specific gear you would like to see at the show please contact us in advance and we will be glad to arrange it.

SHOW HOURS:

• Thursday, October 24 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday, October 25 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday, October 26 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Don’t miss our Tech Tips featuring DT’s exemplary support team throughout the day. With morning and afternoon sessions we hope you’ll have the time to stop by. Our newsletter will be announcing what topics will be discussed when or you can check back here for more information closer to the show.

We’ll also be hosting presentations and workshops by our clients in our New York Showroom during PhotoPus. Speakers and topics are too be announced, but these events will have limited seating and we expect registration to be available in the next few weeks!

For questions regarding our presence at PhotoPlus or any of the surrounding events please contact Kate Stone at kns@digitaltransitions.com

CLICK HERE to download a complimentary expo pass. We’ll see you on the show floor!

Tune Up Tuesday – October 25

Twice a year we provide a complimentary day of services that would normally cost up to $330. On Tune-Up Day, these services are free of charge, regardless of where the equipment was purchased.

Please select your tune-up appointment time from the ticket options listed on Eventbrite (October 25 from 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM ET). Each appointment should last about 30 minutes. Please select one appointment time per digital back, this will help us stay on schedule throughout the day.

REGISTER FOR TUNE-UP TUESDAY

CAMERAS ELIGIBLE

• Phase One: IQ4 150mp, IQ3 Series, IQ2 Series, IQ1 Series, P+ & P Backs
• Mamiya Leaf: Credo, Aptus-II & Aptus Backs
• Phase One / Mamiya Leaf Cameras: XF / DF / DF+

SERVICES PROVIDED BY OUR TECHS:

• Filter / Sensor Deep Cleaning (normally a $50 fee)
• Line Calibration (normally a $180 fee)
• Replace Port Covers (normally a $50 fee)
• Replace Sync Ports (normally a $50 fee)
• Overall Equipment Cleaning
• Firmware Upgrades

WHILE YOU WAIT:

• Ask Capture One questions or play with our C1 Styles
• Try the latest medium format gear, including the Phase One IQ4 150mp digital back
• Learn more about our Hasselblad and dSLR trade-in deals

CAN’T MAKE IT? NEED A DIFFERENT TIME SLOT?

If you are unable to come, don’t fret! Contact our support team at support@digitaltransitions.com to set up a private appointment, get your gear checked out, and get to know us!

Looking forward to seeing you there!   

REGISTER HERE

POCP EDU: Phase One Certified Professional Training brought to students

In the modern photo industry, the differentiation between traditional “Assistants” and specialized “Digital Techs” is an increasingly important one. While both are critical parts of a crew, photographers and clients expect a specialized skill set from their Digital Techs to ensure that image capture, review, and file management all function seamlessly, and that when something goes wrong, their tech knows how to fix it.

The Phase One Certified Professional Program provides Digital Techs and others looking to build additional skills with an intensive two-day course using Phase One’s industry-standard workflow camera systems and Capture One Pro software. Throughout the course, students will receive hands-on training with the latest Phase One equipment and software, and upon completion, will be listed in Phase One’s Certified Professional online database. Photographers are more likely to choose certified digital technicians to ensure that the tech they hire has the knowledge and experience to get the most out of the Phase One equipment and software on set.

Pricing:

Cost of training is $399 for students and $499 for non-students. You must be a student to get the price. Students must provide a student ID to receive the discounted price.

For student pricing please send a copy of your student ID to courses@digitaltransitions.com before your purchase, you will receive a unique coupon code for your registration.

Training Overview

Training takes place over a two-day period encompassing everything from efficient on-set workflow to troubleshooting to advanced software techniques. At the end of the two days, it culminates with a certification exam. Those who pass the exam are given the title of Phase One Certified Professional and listed in the official Phase One database.

Training seminars will include a mixture of lecture and hands-on practice. You will have the opportunity to use the Phase One XF Camera System, a multitude of Schneider lenses and several different digital backs. The following topics will be covered during Training:

Phase One Digital Backs, Bodies & Lenses

• Technology inside the Digital Backs
• Phase One 645DF+ Body
• Phase One XF Camera System
• Recommended Usage & Capabilities
• Troubleshooting

Third Party Cameras

• Usage with Phase One Backs
• Canon/Nikon Tethering

Computers

• Recommended Setup
• Backup Procedures
• Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Capture One Pro 12

• Tools
• Workflow
• Troubleshooting

Program Fee Includes the Following:

• Receive a full license of Capture One Pro 12 and a special Troubleshooting Guide after completing all of the qualification testing requirements.*
• Get listed on Digital Transitions’ and Phase One’s website as a “Phase One Certified” Digital Tech.
• Get shooting time with the latest Phase One Camera System.
• License to Phase One pre-requisite online courses.*

Course Details

• Two full days
• Lunch will be provided. (Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches, Snacks, Coffee, Water, Sodas)
• We recommend that you bring a laptop to the training
• Course info will be emailed to you after your registration is processed
• If you have more specific questions regarding the Phase One Certified Professional Program, please email courses@digitaltransitions.com

*As we will build on the information from the online courses during the training, you MUST complete all courses before the EDU POCP event. Each course is a mixture of articles and videos and includes 1-2 short quizzes. You can take the quizzes as many times as necessary, but you must get an 80% to move forward within the course. We expect that the entire online course should not take more than 5 hours total.

Refunds & Rescheduling Policies:

Please be sure that you are available to attend both days of training and will be able to complete your Qualification Tests before signing up for the course. Our policy is that we do not offer rescheduling options. It is difficult to fill open seats close to the training, as attendees require time to take their qualification tests.

Please also note that there are no refunds, as once you have signed up and paid, we provide you with Capture One Pro ($299 value) and your Phase One Qualification Testing License ($150 value). Digital Transitions is responsible for those costs once you have activated them.

Registration:

For student pricing please send a copy of your student ID to courses@digitaltransitions.com before your purchase, you will receive a unique coupon code for your registration.

To register, first sign up and complete the Pre-Course to make sure you are ready for certification training. When registering, please use the same email that you have used for your account on PhaseOne.com. If you do not have an account on PhaseOne.com, please create one as well (the pre-course and our website are technically separate entities). If you become certified, we tie the certification to your Phase One account.

Once logged in you will find 4 courses. Each course is a mixture of articles and videos and includes 1-2 short quizzes. You can take the quizzes as many times as necessary but you must get an 80% to move forward within the course. We expect that the entire course should not take more than 5 hours total. Breaking it up over a few nights is the best bet.

The FAQ in the introduction course will provide you with important information about the program and should answer most of your questions. Please keep in mind that you MUST complete all courses before the EDU POCP event. At the event, we will build on the information in this course so if you do not complete it in time you will have difficulty with the main training. If you experience any strange behavior in the online course we suggest clearing your cache and cookies and logging back in. You can also try a different browser. Best of luck and we will see you at training!

Note: You need not be an Austin Community College student to take this course.

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (November 5)

• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (November 6)

Topic Overview:

Advanced Interface Customization

• Dual monitor setups
• Three monitor setups with partial mirroring
• Fixed-multi-point focus evaluation

Cataloging and Importing

• Advanced preset handling per ISO and lens
• Verifying the catalog
• Automatic and Manual repair of corrupt catalog

Backups and File Transmission

• Session COS backup and adjustment transmission
• EIP format, including manual extraction utility
• Annotations, methods and strategy for collaboration

Tethering Tools

• Settings for machine-gun shooters
• Advanced Overlay usage
• Avoiding death-knell of Composition Mode

Capture Pilot

• Set up for off-site real-time eval & feedback
• Requirements for simultaneous device access

Scripting and UI Hacking

• Advanced workflows using basic scripts
• Adding shortcuts to otherwise un-shortcutable menu items

System Optimization

• Ram headroom evaluation
• Dual boots and bootable backups

Troubleshooting

• Auxiliary file locations and purposes
• OS <–> SDK interaction
• OpenCL variations

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

Become a master of Capture One Pro with the Capture One Masters class! This training program is perfect for digital techs, photographers and retouchers who are looking for intensive training in Capture One Pro.

Capture One Masters is comprised of two half-day classes. You can take either one as a stand-alone class, or take both:

• Capture One Masters: Workflow (November 5)
• Capture One Masters: Image Adjustment (November 6)

Topic Overview

Masking and Local Adjustments

• Uses and limitations of AutoMask
• When HSL selection is a better mask than a mask
• True gradients and Pseudo gradients
• Building up and pulling back
• Local white balance for complex scenes

Healing, Cloning, and Dust Mapping

• Automatic Dust Map via LCC
• Manual Dust mapping using Spot tool
• Heal vs Clone Layers

Advanced Image Adjustments

• The physics model of the Film Grain tool
• The power of 3-channel curves
• Leveraging LCC for incident-light-evening

Skin tone and Color Editing

• How to create a skin tone black hole
• Product-specific color patch matching
• Creating custom camera profiles

Multi-Radius Sharpening

• Noise, SNR, and the nearly-always-wrong default threshold
• Low, mid, and large radius sharpening
• Combining structure, noise reduction, sharpening, and clarity
• Negative clarity and structure as retouching tools

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How do I know if I’m ready for Capture One Masters?
Take our Quiz! Upon submission, you will receive an answer key. There is no set number; the more you get right, the more ready you are for Capture One Masters.

Please Note: Please be honest with your readiness for the class. If you are not well versed in the basics, it will slow down the rest of the class and is unfair to everyone else.

2. Does Capture One Masters come with a license for Capture One Pro?
No, the fee does not include Capture One. You can purchase it here and receive 10% off with the DT coupon code.

3. What Should I Bring?
Attendees are encouraged to bring a laptop and their own raw files, but are not required to do so.

Refund Policy

Due to the limited seating, Digital Transitions DOES NOT offer refunds for this program.

November 13-14 | Digital Transitions New York Showroom

In our industry today there are both traditional “Assistants” and a new type of person on the set which we call the Digital Technician or Operator. Quality and specialized knowledge among assistants can vary quite dramatically.

Digital Techs that have completed the Phase One Certified Professional Program will have received specialized training in Phase One equipment and software and will be listed in Phase One’s Certified Professional online database. Photographers are more likely to choose certified digital technicians to ensure that the tech they hire has the knowledge and experience to get the most out of the Phase One equipment and software on set. Click here for more information on all the certification steps.

Training Overview

Training takes place over a two-day period encompassing everything from efficient on-set workflow to troubleshooting to advanced software techniques. At the end of the two days it culminates with a certification exam. Those who pass the exam are given the title of Phase One Certified Professional and listed in the official Phase One database.

Training seminars will include a mixture of lecture and hands-on practice. You will have the opportunity to use the Phase One XF Camera System, a multitude of Schneider lenses and several different digital backs. The following topics will be covered during Training:

Phase One Digital Backs, Bodies & Lenses

1. Technology inside the Digital Backs
2. Phase One 645DF+ Body
3. Phase One XF Camera System
4. Recommended Usage & Capabilities
5. Troubleshooting

Third Party Cameras

1. Usage with Phase One Backs
2. Canon/Nikon Tethering

Computers

1. Recommended Setup
2. Backup Procedures
3. Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Capture One Pro

1. Advanced Tools
2. Efficient Workflow
3. Troubleshooting

Program Fee Includes the Following:

• Receive a full license of Capture One Pro and a special Troubleshooting Guide after completing all of the qualification testing requirements.*
• Get listed on Digital Transitions’ and Phase One’s website as a “Phase One Certified” Digital Tech.
• Get shooting time with the new Phase One XF Camera System & Phase One digital backs.
• License to Phase One pre-requisite online courses.*

Course Details

• Two full days, 9am – 5pm
• Lunch will be provided. (Pizza, Salads, Sandwiches, Snacks, Coffee, Water, Sodas)
• We recommend that you bring a laptop to the training
• Course info will be emailed to you after your registration is processed
• If you have more specific questions regarding the Phase One Certified Professional Program, please email courses@digitaltransitions.com

*As we will build on the information from the online courses during the training, you MUST complete all courses before the POCP event. Each course is a mixture of articles and videos and includes 1-2 short quizzes. You can take the quizzes as many times as necessary but you must get an 80% to move forward within the course. We expect that the entire online course should not take more than 5 hours total.

Date:
November 13-14
9am – 5pm (This is a two-day course.)

Location:
Digital Transitions NYC
35 West 35th St.
2nd Floor
NY, NY 10001

Price:
$499

Refunds & Rescheduling Policies:

Please be sure that you are available to attend both days of training and will be able to complete your Qualification Tests prior to signing up for the course. Our policy is that we do not offer rescheduling options as it is difficult to fill open seats so close to the training, as attendees require time to take their qualification tests.

Please also note that there are no refunds, as once you have signed up and paid, we provide you with Capture One Pro ($299 value) and your Phase One Qualification Testing License ($150 value). Digital Transitions is responsible for those costs once you have activated them.