The purpose of Tom Maddrey Images is to promote and enhance photographic knowledge. We achieve this goal by holding seminars and workshops on location, and at clients' residences and businesses, as well as at our gallery, Blue Square Art. You can be assured when you attend any Tom Maddrey Images event that we will have the most up-to-date information, and will be willing to share all of our secrets. There are no egos to contend with when you come and learn with us.

Take a moment to read our currently available workshops and sign up by following the links on the workshop page. We look forward to meeting you!

Digital Workflow With Lightroom V2 :: May 23rd, July 11th, 2009

NEWLY REVISED for LIGHTROOM 2!! As photographers of any skill level, we are faced with the daunting task of editing, cataloging, saving, printing, and organizing our images. Without a consistent workflow, this task may seem impossible. This day long seminar will follow the paths of our photographs, from start to finish, as we determine the best way to use Adobe Lightroom to manage our digital workflow.

Fine Art Printing for Photographers :: May 24th, July 12th, 2009

For many photographers, Fine Art Printing remains a confusing and frustrating subject. Without the print, a digital photograph is just another computer file, and the series of steps that must be followed to create a beautiful print is often long and varied. This seminar is designed to create neutral, beautiful prints the first time, every time.

Photography: Beyond the Camera (12 Hr. Class) :: June 6,13,20 OR August 15,22,29 OR August 16 (Houston)

Photography is often thought of as a technical art, but the art of photography is more than pixels, lenses, and bodies. This class will examine those non-technical aspects of the art including composition, color, nuance, gesture, light, and more.

Color Management for Photographers :: June 3rd, 2009

Just mention Profiles to those photographers who are trying to get accurate color, and be prepared for a tirade of complaints and problems. I have been there, and now I am bringing a class that addresses Color Management in a way that is relevant to photographers.

The Advisor Series :: To Be Determined

Photography is a rewarding and beautiful art. However, like all arts, it requires patience, practice, and a base of understanding. Working with Tom Maddrey Images in an intensive Six Month or Twelve Month Custom Program is the ideal way to launch a photographic career, or bring your photography to the next level. The Tom Maddrey Images (TMI) Course is different from all other photo education on the market today. To begin, we sit down and determine a custom curriculum incorporating the latest in technology, business, and technique.

The Art of Social Media :: July 15th, 2009

In just two short years, Facebook has grown to host more than 200 million active users worldwide, and thats just one of many examples of the explosive growth of social networking. Given the phenomenon of this new media, businesses large and small are now scrambling to attempt to leverage it to improve customer relationships and increase profits.

The Inside Passage :: Alaska :: July 19-23 OR July 26-30

For many photographers, myself included, Alaska is the premier destination for photographing nature and wildlife in North America. I have been thrilled to visit and lead workshops to Alaska for many years, and once again, we are taking an amazing trip to Juneau, Alaska to photograph whales, eagles, icebergs, glaciers, and so much more. This summer we will be teaming up with Captain Jay Beedle, a life long Juneau resident, and one of the best captains I have ever worked with. Read on to discover more about this amazing trip to Alaska.

Wildlife in Montana :: October 22-27, 2009

In the Summer of 2007, I traveled to Montana to photograph at a game ranch that specializes in providing photographers the opportunities to photograph animals that they may never get to see or photograph, even after years in the wild. The Triple D Game Farm, located in Kalispell, MT, is the premier location for photographing healthy, well-cared for animals of all kinds. These animals are ambassadors for their species, and it is through compelling photography that the plight of many of these creatures is brought to light.

Learning How To See Light :: A Lighting Master Class :: June 7th, August 23rd, 2009

This summer, Tom Maddrey Images is proud to present a Lighting Master Class, taught by commerical, fashion, and advertising photographer Neill Whitlock. In this class, suitable for amateur and professional photographers, Neill walks you through the process of learning to see light in all of its variety on real models. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a master of light in his own studio.