Architecture Photography
Saturday 07 October
North Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Composition in the Park
Saturday 21 October
North Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.
Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.
Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.
This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
Natural Light Portraits
Saturday 04 November
South of the Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones. A model is present during the session.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 18 November
South of the Historic District - 9am - 3 Hours
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.
Christmas Portraits Meetup
Sunday 03 December
South of the Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
Capture the magic of the season! Join us for a festive and fun-filled photography event that will sprinkle your holiday season with creativity and joy! Learn how to incorporate Christmas into your portrait photos, from decors to cozy sweaters, our professional instructor will help you compose the perfect shot.
Whether you're an aspiring photographer or just looking to create cherished holiday memories, this event is perfect for you and your loved ones.
Share the joy by inviting your friend or family member to be a part of your photos. If you don't have someone you can bring with you as your model, don't worry. The group can take photos of each other.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Sunday 17 December
South of the Historic District - 10am - 3 Hours
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Flash Photography Meetup
Saturday 06 January
South of the Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
Join us for an electrifying Flash Photography Meetup where we'll delve into the world of creative lighting techniques and illuminate your photography skills!
Discover the power of artificial lighting and learn how to create stunning images with flashes. Network and share tips with fellow photography enthusiasts. Gain valuable insights from an experienced instructor who will share their expertise. Test your newfound flash skills with fun and innovative photography challenges.
Headshot Photography Meetup
Saturday 20 January
North Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
A headshot is a tightly framed face shot, typically from the shoulders up. The goal of your headshot is to clearly & creatively showcase your client's professionalism, personality, and brand. As a class, we will focus on creating headshots from the chest up with good lighting on your model's face.
Pet Photography Meetup
Saturday 03 February
North Historic District - 10am - 2 Hours
Calling all pet lovers and photography enthusiasts! Join us for a fun and furry-filled Pet Photography Meetup where you can combine your passion for pets and photography in one fantastic event.
Bring your beloved furry friends along and capture their adorable moments. Whether you have a dog, cat, bird, or any other pet, our meetup is open to all animal lovers.
Learn valuable tips and tricks from an experienced pet photographer to improve your pet photography skills. Discover how to capture the perfect shot, use natural light effectively, and work with animal subjects.
Connect with fellow photographers who share your passion for pet photography. Share your experiences, exchange ideas, and make new friends who appreciate the art of capturing pets on camera.
Valentine's Day Portraits Meetup
Saturday 10 February
Monterey Square - 10am - 2 Hours
Love is in the air, and it's the perfect time to capture those special moments with your significant other! Join us for a romantic Valentine's Portraits Meetup where you can create beautiful memories and stunning portraits with your loved one.
We have a talented professional photographer on hand to guide you through the process, ensuring you get the most out of your portrait session. They'll help you pose, choose the perfect lighting, and capture your love in the best possible way.
Street Photography
Saturday 24 February
Chippewa Square - 10am - 2 Hours
People, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. The power of observation underpins the art of great street photography. Learning to "see" interesting detail is a practised skill and we introduce you to easy methods that will open your photographer's eye and expose you to a world that is alive with detail. The most rewarding part of the class is learning how to approach interesting people and have them willingly pose for you.
We will also go over settings, focusing techniques and lens choices common to street photography to help us capture those random chance encounters.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 09 March
South of the Historic District - 10am - 3 Hours
Ready to learn more about your camera and get out of automatic exposure? Now is your chance!
Join us as we break down your camera to help you learn about shutter speed, aperture, ISO and how these settings affect your exposure.
We will then put your new knowledge to the test with the guidance of a professional photographer.