Shooting in Manual Mode
Saturday 25 January
Downtown Modesto - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 23 March
Downtown Modesto - 9am - 3 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
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.
Studio Lighting for Beginners
Sunday 04 May
14th Street, Modesto CA 95354 - 10am - 2 Hours
Sarina Schieferstein
In this studio class, you will gain a deeper understanding of studio flash and learn how to control light effectively. You'll explore the differences between hard light and soft light and discover how each can impact your photography.
We will use a range of light modifiers and experiment with different lighting techniques, focusing on setups that use only a single light source. Through hands-on practice, you'll learn to create various lighting effects and develop your skills in manipulating light to achieve your desired outcomes.
Street Photography Meetup
Saturday 25 January
Pacific - 10am - 2 Hours
Shawn Chestine
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
Sunday 09 February
Monroe St, Santa Clara - 3:30pm - 3 Hours
Uyen Ta
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.
50mm Lens Meetup
Saturday 22 March
Park Ave., San Jose - 3pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
Landscape & Wildlife Photography
Saturday 05 April
Winfield Blvd, San Jose - 3pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic composition, focusing on the best location and angles for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
Flower Photography Meetup
Saturday 19 April
Naglee Ave, San Jose - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
Learn all the tips and tricks you need to take stunning pictures of flowers. We will also discuss composition, lighting, and other aspects of photography that will help you create unique images. So come join us for a day of learning, exploring, and having fun.
