Photo II: Beyond the Basics

Service Description

This workshop helps you take full control of your camera and start developing your photographic style. Perfect for those comfortable with Aperture/Shutter Priority and ready to shoot in full Manual Mode. Session 1: Manual Mode Mastery Focus: Exposure Control + Light Management -Deep dive into shooting in Manual Mode: balancing ISO, aperture, and shutter speed for full control -Understanding metering modes and how light impacts exposure decisions -Hands-on exercises using different lighting setups (indoors/outdoors or simulated) -Practice shooting under/overexposing intentionally and recovering exposure Take-Home Practice: Shoot in Manual Mode using different lighting scenarios (indoors, golden hour, shadows, etc.) Session 2: Understanding Lenses & Visual Storytelling Focus: Lens choice + Depth of Field -Explore how different focal lengths affect framing, distortion, and storytelling -Demonstrate effects of prime vs. zoom, wide-angle vs. telephoto Take-Home Practice: Recreate a scene using different lenses or focal lengths and evaluate emotional/visual impact Session 3: Composition in Action – Photo Walk + Critique Focus: Framing, movement, and storytelling -Introduction to advanced composition techniques: framing, layering, negative space, balance, and visual flow -Explore dynamic vs. static compositions and how to lead the viewer’s eye -Guided photo walk downtown or in a nature setting to apply all concepts -Peer/Instructor critique session to discuss images, choices, and progress What You will Walk Away With: - Confidence shooting fully in Manual Mode - Better understanding of lens choice and its impact -Stronger compositional instincts for more compelling images