Metaphor and Emotion in Flower Photography
with Kathleen Clemons
July 7 – 11, 2025
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Tuition $2195.00
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Location and Materials Fee $115.00
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Standard Deposit $400.00
Course Description
Bleeding heart, wilting violet, a rose by any other name, lily of the valley, a hothouse flower, forget-me-not, fresh as a daisy, a late bloomer, primrose path, a bed of roses, to gild the lily, wallflower, a rose among thorns, and a wildflower. For centuries, flowers have been used as a metaphor to convey meaning and emotion. They represent growth, change, tenderness, passion, and the beauty that can be found in even the most challenging circumstances.
Join fine-art photographer Kathleen Clemons for this hands-on workshop that explores the myriad ways our images of flowers can convey meaning and evolve emotion. From the delicate violet to the bold sunflower, flowers can be used as symbols to convey a wide range of human experiences. Discover the power of expressing love, joy, sorrow, or any other feeling by using the beauty and symbolism of flowers in your photographs.
Each day includes a presentation, group discussion of assignment photos, and photographing out in the field, where you benefit from hands-on instruction from Kathleen. Throughout our time together, we will explore the joy of using metaphor to add an emotional intensity to our photographs of flowers.
Join us for a week in Santa Fe to take your flower photography to the next level by adding the elements of emotion and metaphor. This added dimension elevates your imagery from the forgettable to the memorable.
Additional Information
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
What You Should Know:
Working knowledge of digital workflow and manual mode on your digital SLR or mirrorless camera. Participants must be able to download, select, and submit images for class each day. Participants should bring a personal laptop computer for daily edits.
Special Notes:
Participants should consider bringing a tripod for on-location work.
Activity Level:
Participants should be able to engage in moderate outdoor exercise for up to an hour or more while photographing, including light off-trail walking on uneven terrain.
Policies:
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Accommodations:
Participants are responsible for making their own housing arrangements in Santa Fe. On-campus accommodations are not currently available.
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about
Kathleen Clemons is an award-winning photographer, teacher, speaker, author, and workshop leader from the coast of Maine. Primarily a nature photographer who specializes in photographing flowers, Kathleen is known for her creative use of natural light and unique, artistic photographs.
Kathleen teaches online classes as well as many location workshops and seminars. Kathleen also filmed instructional classes for Craftsy, CreativeLive, and Lensbaby University and is the author of the e-book All About Textures.
With a degree in education and a passion for both photography and teaching, Kathleen loves to teach others how to improve their photography skills and to see beyond the obvious.
Website: kathleenclemonsphotography.com
Instagram: @kathleenclemons
