Join Us May 6-8, 2023
THE WATER WORKSHOP
Immerse yourself in three days of underwater portrait photography training workshop. The Water Workshop with renowned underwater portrait photographer Kimber Greenwood will provide you with the knowledge and teach you the skills to confidently enter the world of underwater portrait photography. With a combination of classroom style education and hands-on in-water practice sessions, you will learn how to not only shoot professional images underwater but also manage the safety and expectations of your clients and market to them.
Underwater portrait photography is rapidly increasing as a desirable photoshoot option for prospective clients. Mastering underwater photography will help you grow your studio’s experience and income while providing your clients with a unique and incredible experience. Learn how we’ve increased our studio’s income by $100,000 and our average client sale to $5,000 during this amazing three day workshop.
HANDS-ON GEAR AND LIGHTING PRACTICE
CLIENT SAFETY & POSING TECHNIQUES
IMAGE PROCESSING, EDITING & PRICING
MISSION
The Water Workshop was developed to educate, empower, and support growing professional photographers as they enter the world of underwater portrait photography. Our mission is to provide essential education and skills development to photographers so they can masterfully portray their clients underwater in a safe and professional environment.
with KIMBER GREENWOOD
Kimber is the owner of Water Bear Photography and is an underwater portrait photographer. She has been a resident instructor with Summerana Academy since 2019. Through her hard-work and dedication she was able to grow her photography company to six figures and hire a team that includes editors, assistants, marketing specialist, and business experts. As an underwater portrait photographer, Kimber has won numerous international awards, been featured in dozens of online and print publications, and written several articles and courses on underwater photography. Kimber is also a certified Technical Cave Diver and has over 18 years of in-water safety experience. Her desire to grow the industry and help other photographers led her to create The Water Workshop for photographers like her to learn how to shoot and market stunning underwater portraits in a comfortable and safe environment.
What Attendees Are Saying
“This is the best group workshop that I attended so far. I love it so much that I just want to prepaid for next workshop with you guys…There is so many to learn and in the right atmosphere you know is just right place to learn. Kimber is so nice. She knows a lots. Will is very supportive too. You will learn a lot in this group and make some real nice connections. The models is so patient and best ever…AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!!!”
“Most helpful was the safety section. Since they have such a strong background with that, it was helpful to hear specifics of how they handle it.”
“I was pleased with how much I took away from the workshop. It was well organized, fun, and I could see and hear Kimber’s passion for what she does.”
INTERNATIONALLY PUBLISHED AND AWARDED UNDERWATER PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER
WHAT'S INCLUDED
DAY ONE
- GETTING TO KNOW YOUR GEAR
- CLIENT SAFETY AND USING SAFETY SWIMMERS
- POSING TECHNIQUES
- UNDERWATER LIGHTING TECHNIQUES
- IN-WATER TRAINING & PORTFOLIO SHOOTS
DAY TWO
- LIGHTING TECHNIQUES CONTINUED
- PROCESS & PRICING
- EDITING
- Q & A SESSION
- IN-WATER PRACTICE & PORTFOLIO SHOOTS
OPTIONAL DAY THREE SPRINGS TRIP - PORTFOLIO SHOOT
In-Water Portfolio Shoots & Additional Practice at One of Florida’s Incredible Springs!
This Optional Shoot Morning Will Expand Your Portfolio and Provide You With Additional Practice.
ADD-ONS
One-on-One One Hour Mentoring with Kimber – After Completion of the Workshop on Monday – $250
– Mentoring session are booked on the Mon. after the workshop for one-hour.
– Kimber will mentor you on areas you are struggling with or want additional instruction in.
– Limited to 5 slots on a first-booked basis.
May 6-8, 2023 - Gainesville, Florida (Springs Country)REGISTER NOW
One Payment
$2390
Total
WHAT YOU GET
- 2 Half Days of Classroom Style Education
- 3 Half Days of In-Water Training and Practice
- 3 Unique Underwater Shoots to Build Your Portfolio
- Breakfast and Lunch Included Each Day
- Swag Bag of Fantastic Items (valued at over $300)
- Acceptance into Our Private Facebook Group for Former Attendees
- Packing Lists
- $100 Additional Savings by Registering With Full Payment
May 6-8, 2023 - Gainesville, Florida (Springs Country)Two Payment Option Closed
Two Payment of $1245 Each
$2490
Total
WHAT YOU GET
- 2 Half Days of Classroom Style Education
- 3 Half Days of In-Water Training and Practice
- 3 Unique Underwater Shoots to Build Your Portfolio
- Breakfast and Lunch Included Each Day
- Swag Bag of Fantastic Items (valued at over $300)
- Acceptance into Our Private Facebook Group for Former Attendees
- Packing Lists
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FAQS/Additional Info
Where Should I Stay?
Our studio is located 10 minutes West of NW Gainesville, Florida. Gainesville has an array of excellent hotels, and Airbnb rentals. The closest accommodations to the studio is the Best Western Gateway Grand off NW 39th Avenue. There are also several nice hotels at the Newberry Road and Archer Road exits off I-75.
Do I Need To Be Able To Swim?
While all our training will be conducted in a pool you absolutely need to be able to swim. Due to the nature and inherent dangers of underwater photography you need to be able to confidently swim in the event of emergencies especially when working with clients.
What Should I Bring?
We recommend you bring the following: towels, trash bags, underwater masks, swimsuits, dry clothes, any necessary medications, SD memory cards, notepads and pens, any underwater gear you already have, and a super fun attitude!
What Airport Should I Fly Into?
Gainesville Regional Airport has direct flights from Atlanta, Miami, Charlotte, and Dallas. The airport is across town about 25 minutes from the studio. There are several major airports that are also an option. Jacksonville is 1.5 hours away, and Orlando and Tampa are both 2 hours away.
What Experience Is Required?
Having knowledge of basic portrait photography and the workings and setting of camera is important to being able to capture image in an underwater environment. You do not need any experience shoot underwater but you should be comfortable in-water enough to manipulate gear while underwater.
Where Is The Workshop Being Held?
The Water Workshop will be held at Water Bear Studios located at 330 NW 170th St. Newberry, Florida. The studio is 10 minutes West of I-75 on the West side of Gainesville, Florida.
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Happy Saturday! Julie, Will Greenwood, and I have been working on an ad campaign for the Florida Springs Council all week and I thought I’d share this BTS clip by our friend, Jayden. I love how it shows just how much Jules is able to multitask! Her eyes are glued on our model, she’s holding down the skirt for the shot, she has one hand on the buoy, and she’s stabilizing my shoulder simultaneously. Grateful for my amazing team! ![]()
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Also, only 2 spots left for the workshop! Trust me, you’ll be sad to miss out when you see the dress I just ordered for it. waterbearphotography.com/underwater-workshops![]()
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Safety: Jules ❤️
So stoked to share this incredible client session. My client was so cooperative, she was a great swimmer and was so comfortable in front of the camera! Sent my seafrogs and Sony on their maiden voyage to capture these stunning portraits for this somewhat intimidating mermaid. 🧜♀️ ![]()
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I know I know, she’s not your typical mermaid. But who here is body shaming this hot mama ?!? 🦈 ![]()
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(I just came home from vacation on St Croix and a week of diving, first time taking my portraiture underwater. Can you tell I’m having fun? I’m so excited to more more into what you amazing photoGs do with human clients!)![]()
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For real, any tips and tricks for underwater editing to restore color and eliminate the aggressive BLUE, much appreciated. I know it’s less of an issue with human clients cuz they’re at the surface, but on a cloudy day even THAT loses color. ![]()
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Taken at 102 ft with Sony a7iii and seafrogs housing.
I know you’re probably sick of me talking about it, but we have just a few seats left for our only workshop of 2023! If it books out (all 8 seats), I’ll create a FREE video on how I color-grade an underwater image for attendees (and maybe offer it at a discount to this group). ![]()
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Modeled by Astrid Kallsen
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Hey @everyone! A few things- we’ve made the tough decision that the May workshop is likely our last one for the foreseeable future. So if you’ve wanted to come to one and keep telling yourself, "next year", I would encourage you to not wait. Our schedule is simply getting too busy and I want to make sure that I’m giving each project, whether it’s work or workshop, the time and attention it deserves. I LOVE hosting workshops, but they take a ton out of me and my team to do them well. We’ll still be offering private mentorships, but they’ll also be on a more limited basis.![]()
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Second, if you’re a member of Summerana, we have a discount code for the workshop available to their members. Additionally, we’ll be their featured photographer of the month for April and will be releasing new tutorials on that platform!![]()
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Third, please use this group as a place to share work and ask questions! I get a lot of private messages and struggle to keep up with them. This is a great group with TONS of experienced photographers in it, so if I don’t always respond right away, chances are that someone else here will. Let’s all grow together! ![]()
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Model: Felicia Lee
It can be tough when you work with clients who only feel comfortable in one or two poses. If that’s the case, here are some simple ways to create different looking images. Often I’ll do some split shots- clients love them and they look impressive. Next, I’ll have my safety create interesting shapes with the clothing. I love the "octopus crawling over the reef" feel with the second image here. Last, I’ll move around the client to create different angles, and thus an image that feels different. ![]()
Any other go to tips and tricks to create unique and saleable images? ![]()
I hope this was helpful!