Gear Essentials for Photography
Saturday 07 December
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Unlock the secrets to stunning shots with our fun and hands-on class, "Snap to It! Gear Essentials for Photography." Discover the must-have tools and gadgets that will take your photography to the next level. From lenses to tripods, we'll cover everything you need to know to gear up like a pro. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned shutterbug, join us for an exciting session packed with tips, tricks, and plenty of "aha" moments! Get ready to capture your best shots yet!
Flower Photography Class
Saturday 28 December
Bristol - 10am - 2 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Explore the art of flower photography in this hands-on workshop designed for photography enthusiasts of all levels. Learn essential techniques for capturing the intricate details, vibrant colors, and natural beauty of flowers. Topics covered include composition, lighting techniques, depth of field, and creative approaches to showcasing floral subjects. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced photographer wanting to refine your craft, join us for an inspiring session filled with practical tips and artistic guidance.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 18 January
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
This class is for intermediate users who fully understand how to change all the functions of their respective camera manufacturer. For those users 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 Aperture, Shutter, and ISO elements for more control over the images. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Users must know how to change the Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO of their camera in manual mode. In Addition, they should already know how to change the metering options, focus modes and focus point options provided by their respective camera.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 25 January
Bristol - 10am - 2 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Explore the art of visual storytelling in our Composition in Photography course, where we unravel the secrets of arranging elements within the frame to create captivating images. Whether you're a novice, intermediate, or seasoned professional, this course is designed to elevate your photography skills. We'll delve into essential rules, such as the Rule of Thirds, leveraging shapes, playing with negative and positive space, utilizing lines, capturing symmetry and patterns, focusing on points of interest, embracing color and tone, understanding distance, and achieving balance. Join me on this journey to enhance your ability to perceive and capture scenes, and let's together unlock the full potential of your photography vision.
Gear Essentials for Photography
Saturday 15 February
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Unlock the secrets to stunning shots with our fun and hands-on class, "Snap to It! Gear Essentials for Photography." Discover the must-have tools and gadgets that will take your photography to the next level. From lenses to tripods, we'll cover everything you need to know to gear up like a pro. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned shutterbug, join us for an exciting session packed with tips, tricks, and plenty of "aha" moments! Get ready to capture your best shots yet!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 08 March
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
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.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 29 March
Bristol - 10am - 2 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Explore the art of visual storytelling in our Composition in Photography course, where we unravel the secrets of arranging elements within the frame to create captivating images. Whether you're a novice, intermediate, or seasoned professional, this course is designed to elevate your photography skills. We'll delve into essential rules, such as the Rule of Thirds, leveraging shapes, playing with negative and positive space, utilizing lines, capturing symmetry and patterns, focusing on points of interest, embracing color and tone, understanding distance, and achieving balance. Join me on this journey to enhance your ability to perceive and capture scenes, and let's together unlock the full potential of your photography vision.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 19 April
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
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.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 10 May
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
This class is for intermediate users who fully understand how to change all the functions of their respective camera manufacturer. For those users 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 Aperture, Shutter, and ISO elements for more control over the images. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Users must know how to change the Aperture, Shutter speed, and ISO of their camera in manual mode. In Addition, they should already know how to change the metering options, focus modes and focus point options provided by their respective camera.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 07 June
Bristol - 10am - 3 Hours
Dana Bibeault
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.
Flower Photography Class
Saturday 28 June
Bristol - 10pm - 2 Hours
Dana Bibeault
Explore the art of flower photography in this hands-on workshop designed for photography enthusiasts of all levels. Learn essential techniques for capturing the intricate details, vibrant colors, and natural beauty of flowers. Topics covered include composition, lighting techniques, depth of field, and creative approaches to showcasing floral subjects. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or an experienced photographer wanting to refine your craft, join us for an inspiring session filled with practical tips and artistic guidance.
Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Saturday 14 December
Downtown Hartford - 10am - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.
Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!
In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Saturday 28 December
East Hartford, CT - 4pm - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents! Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 11 January
Near Downtown Worcester - 10am - 3 Hours
Minas Garabedian
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 11 January
West Hartford - 11am - 3 Hours
Jahvon John
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!
Your instructor will guide you through the basics of how ISO affects the brightness of your shot and its grainy or noisy affects.
The numerical identification of shutter speed and how it can be utilized to compliment a shot or dramatize a shot.
And finally, /f stop. The eye of the camera. Your instructor will teach you the relation between your own eye in relation to your cameras /f stop.
Your instructor will provide you an easy, fun and engaging way to understanding your DSLR!
After a bit of class room material, you will venture into the nearby environment and put your skills to the test!
Please keep in mind that you will need a DSLR of any make to fully utilize these practices and principles.*
Shallow Depth of Field
Saturday 25 January
Rocky Hill CT - 4pm - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance. We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
Black and White plus Sepia
Saturday 22 February
Near Downtown Worcester - 10am - 2 Hours
Minas Garabedian
We will explore what makes a striking black and white image, with the use of strong lighting, simple subject choices, and strong composition. We will also go into turning your images into sepia and colour wash tones.
Drawing Plants and Flowers
Saturday 21 December
Beacon Hill - 1pm - 2 Hours
Teymura Landsverk
Welcome to "Drawing Plants and Flowers"! In this workshop, we will explore the art of drawing plants and flowers.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing various plants and flowers. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colors to enhance your drawings.
You will have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice and create your own beautiful plant and flower drawings. Our instructors will provide feedback and guidance along the way, helping you to refine your skills and develop your own unique style.
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting
Saturday 25 January
South Boston Waterfront - 1pm - 2 Hours
Teymura Landsverk
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
Introduction to Acrylic Painting
Saturday 01 February
Beacon Hill - 1pm - 2 Hours
Teymura Landsverk
Embark on a vibrant journey into the enchanting world of acrylic painting with our "Introduction to Acrylic Painting" class, specially designed for budding artists! Led by a seasoned instructor, this course promises an exhilarating exploration of acrylic painting essentials, from mastering color mixing to unleashing captivating textures.
No prior painting experience? No problem! This class is tailored for beginners eager to dive into the colorful realm of acrylics. Get ready to discover the magic of color theory as you craft your own palette, spanning from dazzling, bold hues to serene, subtle tones.
With hands-on exercises, you'll sharpen your brush skills, whether you're aiming for bold strokes or intricate details. Bring your imagination to life on the canvas and watch your creativity flourish!
Remember to grab your basic art materials and secure your slot today - full event details will be shared upon booking confirmation. Let's paint the town together!