Marika Robak, Lead Teaching Artist
Marika Robak was born in Harris, N.Y., and received her M.F.A. from Pratt Institute.  She investigates the “man-altered landscape” and candid imagery characteristic of street and documentary photography. Marika has enjoyed teaching aspiring artists of all ages for 9 years and hopes to never stop. She is currently a Photography Instructor at PhotoUno Photography School in NY., NY and a Digital & Studio Arts Instructor at One River School of Art & Design in Millburn, NJ. Marika previously co-led two adults digital photography programs at Bethel Woods. She is excited to continue her teaching artisry in  Museum Education and Creative Programs with  this series, and beyond. 

Kandace Gittleman, Assistant Teaching Artist
Kandace Gittleman is an experienced designer and photographer possessing both the creative and technical skills to create beautiful landscape and portrait photography. She began early on with film, developing 35mm negatives and dark room printing and progressed into digital artistry staying current on the latest equipment, software and trends. Kandace is Proficient in Adobe Lightroom, Lightroom Classic, Photoshop and Apple iPhoto. She is also the founder of successful interior design firm and  currently residing in Sullivan County. Kandace has co-led photography programs for both teens and adults at Bethel Woods and is looking forward to meeting a new class of adult learners this spring. 

This is a 6-week course, meeting on Mondays from May 5 to June 16 (no class on 5/26). Classes are 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

No, digital cameras are available to use, or bring your own. All you need is curiosity and a sense of adventure!