Street Photography
Saturday 19 October
Nolan Creek - 10am - 2 Hours
Elena Fontenot
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.
Learn to Control the Light
Saturday 23 November
Temple's Downtown District - 10am - 3 Hours
Elena Fontenot
Join us for an exhilarating photography class where we delve into the art of using flash during bright, sunny days. Contrary to popular belief, the sun doesn't always provide the perfect lighting conditions for every shot. In this class, we will explore how to effectively incorporate flash to enhance your outdoor photography.
In this hands-on session we will cover essential techniques to balance natural light with artificial flash, ensuring your subjects are well-lit and beautifully exposed even in the harshest sunlight.
Through a combination of theory and practical exercises, you'll gain confidence in using your flash unit to fill in shadows, add dimensionality to your images, and create stunning visual effects that elevate your photography to the next level.
Note: A basic understanding of camera settings (aperture, shutter speed, ISO) is required for this class.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 07 December
Nolan Creek - 11am - 2 Hours
Elena Fontenot
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.
Mastering Flash Photography After Sunset
Saturday 11 January
Temple's Downtown District - 5:30pm - 3 Hours
Elena Fontenot
Understanding Ambient Light: Learn how to gauge and manipulate existing light conditions after sunset to create a compelling backdrop for your images.
Harnessing Flash Dynamics: Delve into the technical aspects of flash photography, from understanding flash power and duration to controlling light spread and direction.
Balancing Flash with Ambient Light: Discover the art of balancing artificial and natural light to achieve a harmonious blend in your photographs
Creating Dramatic Effects: Explore techniques for crafting dramatic effects with flash
Hands-On Shooting Experience: Put theory into practice. Experiment with different flash setups and lighting angles to capture captivating images in real-world scenarios.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 01 February
Temple's Downtown District - 10am - 2 Hours
Elena Fontenot
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.
