Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Saturday 16 November
East Hartford, CT - 7pm - 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.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 23 November
Bridgeport - 10am - 2 Hours
Anwar Stokes
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
4) Line
5) Symmetry and patterns
6) Points
7) Color
8) Tone
9) Distance
10) Balance
As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional. Please join me so we can with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 23 November
N Broadway - 10am - 3 Hours
Rush Bradley Urschel
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.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Saturday 30 November
Old Saybrook CT - 5pm - 2 Hours
Jahvon John
Join us for an enchanting Sunset Photography Meetup, where we'll capture the stunning hues of the setting sun against picturesque landscapes. Whether you're a seasoned photographer or a beginner, this event offers the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and share tips with fellow enthusiasts. Bring your camera, tripod, and creative spirit for an unforgettable evening of photography and camaraderie.
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.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 14 December
Bridgeport - 10am - 2 Hours
Anwar Stokes
Introduction to Black and White Photography. What makes a good Black and White shot?
We will look at the contrast and using textures. How does the camera see the image and how do we create Black and White images in a camera or in post-production. We will look for some good examples and set some exercises.
This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
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
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.