Nature: Exploring Environments
Saturday 12 July
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Bryan Traylor
Step outside the studio and into the wild. This class is all about learning to read natural light, work with changing conditions, and make the most of whatever environment you're in. We'll cover composition techniques, exposure adjustments on the fly, and how to adapt to the unexpected. It's less about perfect settings and more about tuning in to your surroundings and capturing what makes each place unique.
Outdoor Portraits
Saturday 26 July
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Bryan Traylor
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.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 09 August
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Bryan Traylor
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 August
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 3 Hours
Bryan Traylor
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.
Understanding Metering
Saturday 06 September
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Bryan Traylor
Metering is an incredibly important aspect of photography to grasp. You might have heard about the exposure triangle but I believe we should be talking about an exposure square with metering being the forth side as it is equally as important to getting the correct exposure as your aperture, ISO and shutter speed.
We will explore how and when to use each of the metering options and how to use it to get some creative lighting in your shots.
Nature Photography Meetup
Saturday 20 September
N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85008 - 10am - 2 Hours
Bryan Traylor
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.
Bird Photography
Saturday 19 July
E Guadalupe Rd, Gilbert - 10am - 2 Hours
Kevan Bh
Learn how to catch those great bird life images.During the event, we will be exploring the beautiful habitats in the area and photographing the variety of bird species that reside there.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.
Shallow Depth of Field
Sunday 24 August
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
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.
Nature Photography Meetup
Sunday 28 September
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 05 October
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 3 Hours
Farah Kanaan
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.
Abstract Photography
Sunday 12 October
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
Abstract photography involves capturing a subject in a way that renders it either partially or completely unrecognizable, emphasizing instead on the interplay of shapes, colors, and form.
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating striking and thought-provoking images through the use of abstraction.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of abstract photography, including composition, color, and texture. We will cover topics such as finding inspiration in everyday objects, experimenting with different angles and perspectives.
Shallow Depth of Field
Sunday 16 November
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
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.
Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Sunday 07 December
Bullard Avenue - 3pm - 2 Hours
Farah Kanaan
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.
Beginner's Crochet Class
Sunday 13 July
Gold Bar is tucked into a corner near a Ross and next to a Subway. - 3pm - 3 Hours
Kat Mied
Ready to learn how to crochet? Then this is the class for you! We will be learning how to make basic stitches, how to read crochet patterns, and how to let your imagination take off!
Beginner's Crochet Class
Sunday 27 July
Gold Bar is tucked into a corner near a Ross and next to a Subway. - 3pm - 3 Hours
Kat Mied
Ready to learn how to make all those cute plushies you see on Etsy? Then this is the class for you! We'll start with simple stitches, and how to read a pattern. After that, the world of crochet is your oyster!
