Multiracial Experiences of Adults

Under the direction of Professors Brandon Yoo, Kelly Jackson, and Rudy Guevarra at Arizona State University, we are conducting a research study to examine multiracial experiences of adults over the age of 18 with multiple racial backgrounds. This area of research understanding the unique experiences of multiracial individuals is not clear, thus making your participating even more invaluable.

We are currently looking for multiracial individuals (i.e., have biological parents from different racial groups) to fill out a one-time, on-line questionnaire on the topic of race, ethnicity, and well-being, which will take approximately 30 minutes to complete. Your participation in this study is completely voluntary and confidential.

For your participation, your name will be entered into a raffle with opportunity to win a multiracial t-shirt. One out of every four participants will receive a t-shirt!

If you have any questions concerning the research study, please email them at multiracialproject@gmail.com.

If you are ready to begin the survey, please click on link below:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=CMsj3OhPiuperiOb0NpZgQ_3d_3d

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UCR Class to Investigate Documentary Photography

[Photo: John's Furniture, Globe, AZ Series, Click image to make larger. Copyright 2009 Jesús Manuel Mena Garza.]

California photographer Jesús Manuel Mena Garza will illuminate his and other documentary photographers work in a class offered at the University of California, Riverside, Extension. The course is titled, Documentary Photography and is scheduled for May 5 through June 2, 2009.

Garza explained, “The new class will give students an opportunity to explore how photography interprets our society. As a photographer, I feel it is important to capture a vanishing America before it inevitably disappears. The beauty of our communities and people should be immortalized on photographic paper.”

The photographers adds, “Students in the course will learn the art of visual storytelling — whether for a single editorial image, for feature stories or books or for creating a personal record of things observed. Students will explore ways to execute photos through a range of styles and subjects and create a story line from concept to final print.”

The class will inform students on diverse photographic processes. Students will learn to take better images with strong, sensitive and effective visual qualities by producing several themed projects. These same projects can work as a portfolio.

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Fine Art, Digital and Documentary Photography Classes and Workshops

Jesús Manuel Mena Garza is available for instruction, lectures, panels and lunch!

Fine Art Darkroom Techniques
The Digital Darkroom
Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
Digital Photography

Fine Art Darkroom Techniques

* The Zone System
* Modified Developers
* Archival Washing - Making Your Print Last A Lifetime
* Toning - Extend the Range and Life of Your Prints
* Selecting Papers and Chemistry
* Dodging and Burning
* Selecting and Using Enlargers, Lenses and Other Equipment
* Preparing Your Prints For Exhibition

The Digital Darkroom

* Photoshop Basics - Image Editing and Manipulation
* Photoshop Advanced - Layers, Monitor and Printer Calibration, etc.
* Negative, Transparency and Print Scanning
* Color and Black and White Printing
* Large-Format Printing
* Selecting Papers and Inks

Photojournalism and Documentary Photography

* Story Boarding
* Previsualization
* The Narrative - Your Unique Vision
* Photography Equipment - Cameras, Lenses and Lighting
* Composition
* Archiving
* Travel Photography

Digital Photography

* Learn how to use your digital camera (one-on-one instruction is now available - 2 hours minimum plus travel charges)
* Current Digital Technologies - Selecting The Right Equipment
* The Digital Work Space
* Making Your Computer Work For You
* Photoshop Basics - Image Editing and Manipulation
* Memory and Storage Systems
* Portrait Photography - Cameras, Studio Lighting, Backgrounds and Composition
* Location Photography

Garza was an instructor at San Francisco's prestigious Academy of Art University. The photographer has more than 30 years of professional experience. Along with exhibiting his photographs, Garza's images have been published in books, catalogs, magazines, posters and on the Internet. Please feel free to contact him should you have any questions about classes or photography.

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