Joe Manchin III, Governor

Frank Jezioro, Director

News Release : August 29, 2006

Hoy Murphy, Public Information Officer (304) 558-3381 hoymurphy@wvdnr.gov

Contact: . Randy Murphy , Twin Falls Resort State Park (304) 294–4000 parks@westvirginia.com

Fall Photography Workshop at Twin Falls Resort State Park September 22-24, 2006

Capture the beauty of nature at Twin Falls Resort State Park, located southwest of Beckley, during the Fall Photography Workshop September 22 - 24, 2006.

“Those who enjoy digital or film cameras will find this weekend event to be exactly what they are looking for,” says Randy Murphy, activities coordinator at Twin Falls Resort State Park. “The workshop agenda will cover an array of topics from equipment and composition to photography, natural light, people, action photography, digital imaging and computer software use.”

David Fattaleh, photography manager for the Department of Commerce Communications Division, will lecture and conduct field trips. Andy Ferguson, information systems coordinator for the West Virginia Division of Tourism, will share his extensive knowledge of visual production for this fun and educational workshop. All participants are encouraged to bring their own cameras and equipment.

The Fall Photography Workshop package includes a variety of accommodation choices. The package price of $158 for one person includes two nights of lodging, workshop fee, full lunch on Saturday and Sunday and break refreshments. The workshop only price of $70 includes workshop fee, full lunch on Saturday and Sunday and break refreshments. Cabin rates and other package prices are available. Advanced reservations are required.

“The Fall Photography Workshop is the perfect time to learn new skills and hone old ones,” Murphy says. “With 4,000 acres, Twin Falls provides the perfect background for these skills.”

For more information or reservations, please call Twin Falls Resort State Park at (304) 294-4000 or 1-800-CALL WVA and ask for Twin Falls.

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