Joe Manchin III, Governor

Frank Jezioro, Director

News Release : August 16, 2005

Hoy Murphy , Public Information Officer (304) 558-3380 hoymurphy@wvdnr.gov

Contact: Christine Shumate or Randy Murphy, Twin Falls Resort State Park

(304) 294-4000 parks@westvirginia.com

Fall Photography Workshop at Twin Falls State Park

September 30- October 2, 2005

  Capture the beauty of nature at Twin Falls Resort State Park , located southwest of Beckley , during the Fall Photography Workshop on September 30 through October 2, 2005 .

  David Fattaleh, photography manager for the West Virginia Division of Tourism, will lecture and conduct field trips for this fun and educational workshop. Andy Ferguson, information systems coordinator for the West Virginia Division of Tourism, will share his extensive knowledge of visual production. Topics such as equipment, composition, lighting and film processing will be discussed throughout this workshop.

  The photography workshop package includes instruction/workshop, full lunch on Saturday and Sunday and break refreshments for $65 per person. Lodge accommodation for Friday and Saturday night for one participant is $160 or $230 for two participants. Other accommodations are also available. Advance registration is required. Participants are encouraged to bring their 35 mm or digital cameras and other equipment to the workshop.

  With 4,000 acres, Twin Falls is the perfect background for your fall pictures. For more information or for reservations call toll free 1-800-CALL WVA or (304) 294-4000.

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