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.

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Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring Oshawa Centre. At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting. By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with: - How to adjust camera settings for low light. - Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails. - Capturing RAW images. - Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.

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This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.

You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.

This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.

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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.

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Join this session for tips on how to use your camera settings to creatively capture nature in a visually interesting way. We will be looking at composition, focus, and colour.

Many professional offices and places of business have large prints gracing their wall space of things such as fields of flowers, a butterfly perched on a leaf, and a single dew drop on a rose petal. These beautiful images are all around us in nature. It just takes that special "eye" to not only see it but to capture it in a way that will turn that simple little piece of nature into a beautiful piece of art. We will learn how to use different angles, light and shadows, and settings to make subjects pop.

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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.

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Learn how to catch those great bird life images. Interesting techniques, tips, concepts, settings and capture birds in flight, portraits, composition.

During the event, we will be exploring the beautiful habitats in the area and photographing the birds in winter at thier habitat.

Whether you are new to bird photography or a seasoned pro, this event is a great opportunity to hone your skills, learn from others, and enjoy the company of like-minded individuals who share your passion for bird photography.

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Bundle up and lets explorethe beautiful christmas lighting at Distillery district seen in this winter.

In this workshop, we will explore the art of capturing the beauty and magic of the christmas eve in snow through photography.

Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including composition, exposure, and lighting.

We will cover topics such as using natural and available light to create a mood, capturing the bokeh and experimenting with different angles and perspectives to create striking images.

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Streets at winter offers more challenging and interesting view of people, sign boards, cafes, vendors, street merchants, buskers, historic buildings, art installations and much more. A layer of white snow adds beauty and opens our creativity to use it as foreground or background. 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.

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Dive into the captivating world of photography with our exciting workshop where you will master the foundations of long exposure and tripod shots. Get ready to skillfully harness the allure of light trails that dance across your frames, transforming them into unique masterpieces. Learn the intriguing technique of leaving the shutter open for extended durations, a method that yields intimate, immersive effects. Amp up your photographic prowess with knowledge that expands the realms of possibility in your practice. Enroll now to embark on a journey that will nourish your passion for visual storytelling.

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Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.

All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.

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Unearth the beauty of monochrome with an in-depth course on Black and White Photography. Learn what makes a riveting Black and White photograph as we dive deep into the world of contrast and textures. Explore the camera perspective and the captivating process of creating Black and White images either through the camera or post-production. Draw inspiration from the curated samples and engage in carefully designed exercises to refine your skills. This course is crafted to elevate the advanced learner who has a good understanding of basic photography and camera controls. Transform your visuals. Discover the power of Black and White.

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Unlock the full potential of your photography with our comprehensive Beginner Post-Processing Editing Class with Photoshop and Lightroom.

In this immersive workshop, you'll embark on a transformative journey into the world of post-processing, where we demystify advanced editing techniques and empower you to turn your raw captures into stunning masterpieces. Whether you're a beginner eager to enhance your basic editing skills or an experienced photographer seeking to refine your craft, this class is tailored to meet your unique needs.

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