What we’ll cover

Camera settings: Understanding the key camera settings such as aperture, shutter speed, and ISO, and how they affect exposure, depth of field, and motion blur, can have a significant impact on the quality of photographs.

1. Composition: Learning about the rules of composition, such as the rule of thirds, leading lines, and symmetry, can help participants create more visually appealing and balanced images.

2. Lighting: Understanding how to work with natural and artificial light, including using reflectors, diffusers, and flashes, can have a big impact on the mood and atmosphere of photographs.

3. Post-processing: Knowing how to edit and enhance images using software such as Lightroom and Photoshop can help participants achieve a more polished and professional look.

4. Creativity and storytelling: Encouraging participants to experiment with different techniques and styles, and to think about the story or message behind their images, can help them develop a more unique and compelling voice as photographers.

Experience Level: Don’t be afraid. This is a friendly five days to encourage a strong theme and story-based Street Photography style.

You don’t need to be an accomplished photographer; you may simply want a guided tour of the city, but a basic understanding of exposure and your camera would be advantageous. I will be on hand throughout the five days to help with any aspect of photography's technical, theoretical or artistic elements.

Ultimately, the most important thing about this photographic excursion is that it is fun and that you enjoy it

 

Workshop Schedule

Day 1:

1. Camera settings: Introduce the basics of exposure and the key camera settings, including aperture, shutter speed, and ISO. Provide hands-on practice with different shooting scenarios.

2. Composition: Introduce the rule of thirds and other compositional guidelines, and show examples of effective composition in different genres of photography. Assign a composition exercise.

Day 2:

1. Lighting: Discuss the qualities of light and how to work with natural and artificial light sources. Demonstrate the use of reflectors, diffusers, and flashes, and provide hands-on practice.

2. Post-processing: Introduce the basics of editing in Lightroom, including adjusting exposure, contrast, and color. Assign an editing exercise.

Day 3:

1. Creativity and storytelling: Discuss the importance of developing a unique voice as a photographer, and provide examples of photographers who have done so. Encourage participants to experiment with different techniques and styles, and to think about the story or message behind their images.

2. Review and feedback: Review the images from the composition and editing exercises, and provide constructive feedback and suggestions for improvement.