Derrick Story Speaking Schedule at Macworld Expo 2009

I have a busy speaking schedule at Macworld Expo 2009. Here's a brief overview of the week in San Francisco.

Aperture Power Tools 2-Day Workshop

This two-day Power Tools workshop will introduce you to all of Aperture's major functions, making post production as enjoyable as capturing the images in the first place. You can read the complete course outline on the Power Tools page.

Monday, January 5, 2009, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 11:30 AM - 6:30 PM. Room 301, South Hall. Register online here. The Power Tools workshops have an additional fee.

Five Ways to Work More Efficiently in Photoshop

With each new release, Adobe has added a handful of photographer-friendly tools to Photoshop - little gems that you might not be aware of yet. But, when incorporated into your workflow, these tools can make a world of difference. You can read the complete outline on the Users Conference page.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM. Room 2010, West Hall. Register online here. This is part of the Users Conference.

The State of the Art of Digital Photography

A group of America's leading photographers will share tips, tricks and hacks to help you make the most of your digital cameras they'll show before and after examples of software tools to make your photos sing, and they'll answer questions about how to be a better photographer. Session led by Rick Smolan. You can read the complete outline on the Users Conference page.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009, 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM. Room 2002, West Hall. Register online here. This is part of the Users Conference.

Build a Better Workflow with Photoshop

In this hands on lab, see how you can build an amazing workflow with Bridge, Adobe Camera Raw, and Photoshop. You'll learn the inside tricks that will enable you to make your images look great without having to learn complicated techniques. You can read the complete outline on the MacLabs page.

Thursday, January 8, 2009; 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Room 111, North Hall. Register online here. This is part of the MacLabs program.

Expert Photo Tips from Real Experts

Curious about digital photography? Want some post-production tricks? Wondering what camera is right for you? Join expert photographers and O'Reilly authors Derrick Story, Mikkel Aaland, and Deke McClelland for an inside perspective on the world of digital photography and learn to get the most out of your digital images.

Apple Store, San Francisco (One Stockton Street San Francisco, CA 94108 415-392-0202). 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Free.

O'Reilly Media Booth

I'll be spending as much time as possible in the O'Reilly Media booth on the Expo Hall floor. I have two formal talks there, Photoshop Made Easy on Thursday Jan. 8 and Friday Jan. 9 at 1 PM. I'll hang around afterward to chat and sign books too. So be sure to stop by and say hello. This is a freebie!

Follow me on Twitter. I'll be posting live from Macworld Expo everyday next week.