September 13, 20.27, Oct 4- 4:00-5:30pm
Age Group: Adults
Whether you’ve just picked up your first camera or have been shooting for years in Auto mode, this workshop is designed to give you the knowledge and confidence to take control of your photography. We’ll break down the technical fundamentals into clear, practical lessons that make sense, helping you understand not just how your camera works, but why certain techniques produce better images.
Topics include manual exposure using the exposure triangle (aperture, shutter speed, and ISO), composition techniques such as the rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and visual balance, understanding lenses and focal lengths, autofocus systems, and choosing the right equipment for different styles of photography. We’ll also explore more advanced fundamentals like HDR bracketing for high-contrast scenes, focus stacking for maximum sharpness, long exposures, filters, and how to get the most out of your camera’s capabilities.
Rather than relying on presets or guessing your settings, you’ll learn how to make deliberate creative decisions that fit the scene in front of you. We’ll discuss common mistakes, practical shooting techniques, and simple workflows that can dramatically improve your images regardless of what camera you own.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a solid understanding of the core principles of photography, editing, and the confidence to move beyond automatic modes, giving you the technical foundation needed to continue growing as a photographer.
Lars Jameson is a documentary photographer and journalist known for capturing honest, unscripted moments. For more than a decade, he has photographed concerts, city streets, demonstrations, overlooked neighborhoods, and quiet landscapes. His work prioritizes authenticity and storytelling and has appeared in newspapers and Docu Magazine.