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Experimenting With Light Workshop 

Date: Saturday, March 30th
Time: 12:15pm – 2:15pm

Photographers are known as “chasers of light” because of the time we dedicate to understanding, manipulating, and falling in love with the light we find around us.  The light you use in your images can take your photos from simple to stunning.

The light you choose for your images is key to capturing mood, emotion, and to best showcase your chosen subject or scene.  More often than not we struggle to find enough light, especially in the dark of winter, but the reality is that there are light sources all around us.  Sometimes we forget that it’s not quantity but also the quality of light that helps to create magical photos. 

During this workshop we will experiment with a variety of light sources (e.g., natural window light, candle light, flashlight, lamplight, LED/incandescent bulbs) as well as the diffusion of light, directionality of light, and how to use light effectively to highlight the most important aspects of your scene and to ensure the light you choose fits the mood you are trying to create.  We will focus on both human subjects and inanimate objects. 

One of the main goals of this workshop is to encourage you to expand your ability to photograph subjects in a wide variety of lighting circumstances and to have the ability to adapt your settings and compositions to the requirements of the light you find yourself faced with.  

Registration is limited so that everyone has a chance to practice and receive feedback.

-$85+hst  

Still Life Photography Workshop

Date: Saturday, March 30th

Time: 2:30pm – 4:30 pm

Still life photography is the genre of photography that encompasses the artistic capture of inanimate objects.  

Since you’re photographing subjects that (a) you have control over (b) aren’t moving, you would think that this would be a simple enough skill to master but anyone who has tried to photograph an inanimate object knows how challenging it is to create a beautiful and captivating photograph of a subject that isn’t especially interesting to look at.

During this hands-on workshop we will focus on learning how to create compelling still life images of a wide variety of subjects using two main types of light (low key and high key light).  

Low key images are photographs that have mainly dark tones and colours.  They are typically taken in lower light situations and have more contrast and a more dramatic appearance.  In contrast high key images are very bright and airy.  There are fewer shadows and much less contrast.    

The goal of this workshop is to learn to manipulate light, your settings, and to compose scenes of inanimate objects to create photographs rather than simple snapshots.   We will focus on subject placement and composition; colour; directionality of light; mood; and the intention and perspective of the photographer.  After the workshop I will record a video of the editing process of a selection of the images.     

One of the main goals of this workshop is to help you understand how to take more compelling photos of the everyday objects and scenes in your day to day life.  

Registration is limited so that everyone has a chance to practice and receive feedback.

-$85+hst 

Lifestyle & Documentary Photography Workshop

Date: Sunday, April 28th

Time: 2:00pm – 4:00 pm

Real life is messy, unpredictable, and not very pretty, which is one of the biggest challenges photographers face when capturing their daily lives.  We gravitate towards portrait photography (even light, posed subjects, neat backdrops) because it’s typically what we know from our own childhood but more often than not our lives aren’t well suited to capturing the “perfect” moment.

Understanding the differences between portrait, lifestyle, and documentary photography are key when you spend most of your time photographing your family, friends, and adventures.  In our eagerness to get the “perfect” photo we miss out on the real moments that are happening around us every day, which can be captured beautifully with patience and a solid understanding of light and camera settings.  

The mindset for lifestyle and documentary photography is much harder to embrace than most people expect but these types of photos require just as much skill as posed portraits.

The goal of this workshop is to develop an understanding of the different genres of photography (portrait, lifestyle, documentary), the key features of each style, as well as how they relate to the different photos you’re taking.  During the workshop, I will set up a variety of scenarios and walk you through taking photos within each style so you can see the differences and understand the mindset and settings you need for each genre. 

If you find yourself struggling to capture your life without getting frustrated or you feel like your photos all look the same, this is the workshop for you!

Registration is limited so that everyone has a chance to practice and receive feedback.

-$85+hst

Tulip Photography Workshop

Date: Monday, May 13th (rain date of May 14th)

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00 pm

We will meet in Central Ottawa for a workshop on photographing flowers and tulips.  

During this hands on workshop we will focus on the steps you need to take to create beautiful compositions; how to use natural light to highlight the most beautiful features of the flowers; photographing tulips in different types of light; camera settings; as well as varying your perspective and point of view to ensure all of your images are unique.  We will experiment with implied movement as well as other techniques that allow you to create more abstract images.   

Registration is limited so that everyone has a chance to practice and receive feedback.  

-$85+hst 

Urban Photo Walk Workshop

Date: Monday, June 10th (rain date of June 11th)

Time: 6:30pm – 8:30 pm

Photo walks are the perfect opportunity to combine practical and theoretical knowledge. Our photo walk will include opportunities for real life practice using rules of composition, hands on help with your camera, strategies for photographing different scenes and scenarios as well as the opportunity to practice with your camera and get immediate feedback.  Downtown Ottawa provides the perfect opportunity for photographing buildings, city scapes, art, and architecture for those interested in travel photography or improving their artistic eye and ability to compose images of a wide variety of subjects.    For those looking to improve a particular aspect of their skills (e.g., light, shooting in manual) this is the ideal workshop to focus on one skill and get feedback from me as you shoot.  

Registration is limited so that everyone has a chance to practice and receive feedback.

The workshop will take place in downtown Ottawa.

-$85+hst

Behind the Lens - Online Workshop

There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to owning a photography business and while that means the possibilities are endless it also means photographers often feel overwhelmed by the options available to them when it comes to running their business. I am here to help!

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