Benjamin Williamson - Landscape Photography on the Coast of Maine
Sunday, February 26th 9:00am - 11:00am
Maine photographer Benjamin Williamson will discuss the techniques and methods he uses to make stunning photos of the areas around his home. His approach to landscape photography pays close attention to weather patterns. A scene that evokes feelings of peace and calm one moment can be whipped into a terrific storm the next, changing the mood entirely and therefore the possible expressions. Ben aims to show you how to come away with images that are personally meaningful, images you can be proud of, and maybe even images that win competitions. Concepts such as when to go out, basic gear, camera settings, perspective, composition, themes and projects, editing, building community, and keeping it fun will all be covered. If you want to take your landscape photography to the next level, or even if you've never tried it, then this presentation is for you.
Benjamin Williamson
Benjamin Williamson is not your traditional landscape photographer. Instead of seeking places devoid of human presence, he likes to showcase our relationship to the environment through images that often include man-made objects. He wants to understand where we fit in, to celebrate humanity as well as the obvious wonder we associate with the natural world. A lifelong love of history and culture are one side of the coin that drives Ben to capture these scenes. The other is the weather. He’s been a weather nut since he was very young, and that obsession has informed most of his imagery. He is largely self-taught — He began making photos in 2012 while working nights tending bar. In a few short years he was offered a job as the photo editor of Down East Magazine, a medium-sized regional magazine. While working for them, he built a large photography workshop program while continuing to sell prints, license images, and running his own workshops. He left Down East in July 2022 to focus on personal work and continues to run many photography workshops and sell prints. He lives in Bath, Maine with his wife and three small children.