


If you want to start a professional photography business, Steve Kozak has been teaching people how to become a professional photographer for over 25 years.
He is an active member of the Professional Photographers of America and the Texas Professional Photographers Association. Steve has earned the “Master of Photography” and the “Craftsman” degrees from PPA, and is PPA Certified. His work has also appeared in the prestigious “Loan Collection”. Professional recognition of his work includes the Masterpiece Award from Fuji Film USA.
Currently, Steve serves as the TPPA Executive Director. He is also a PPA qualified instructor for PPA Certification prep classes. He recently served on the PPA Board of Directors.
Steve has recorded over a dozen videos for the PPA EDU program. These videos include classes on the fundamentals of photography, manual flash photography, exposure, opening a new studio as well as videos for CPP study preparation.
He has taught 26 years at the prestigious Texas School of Professional Photography and 25 years at Imaging USA. He has also taught at the Mid-America Institute of Professional Photography, the East Coast School and Image Explorations near Victoria, British Columbia.
Steve’s articles have been published in The Professional Photographer and Texas Professional Photographer magazines. His informative and inspiring programs make him a popular instructor on the speaking circuit.
Join Steve Kozak for an immersive journey into the art and technique of photography where you’ll learn essential skills to elevate your images.
This class is designed for photographers who want to take command of their camera functions and who are eager to explore the creative potential of flash photography.
You will learn essential aspects of photography like camera controls, lenses and flash. Also, you will discover creative composition techniques. This course is ideal for photographers who want to gain a solid understanding of camera operation, explore the nuances of lenses, master the use of flash, and enhance their composition skills.
* Lecture
* Hands-on
At only $$749, East Coast School is sure to pay for itself in no time. Imagine if you were able to book just a few more appointments a year or increase your average sale by a few hundred dollars, how long would it take to make good on this investment? If you think you can't afford East Coast School this year, you can't afford NOT to go to East Coast School.
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