Street Photography at Night Meetup
Saturday 12 October
Clinton Ave, Albany - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Crysii Marie
Street photography encompasses a wide range of genres, and this week we'll be exploring the town at night.
At this meetup, we will practise the basics of shooting in a dark environment as we capture candid images in an urban setting.
By the end of this event, you will be more familiar with:
- How to adjust camera settings for low light.
- Using slow shutter speeds to get brighter images and create light trails.
- Capturing RAW images.
- Guidelines for shooting other people and their property in the real world.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Saturday 12 October
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 2 Hours
Lisa Olson
Whether you wish to up your selfie game or begin developing a portfolio, this workshop will help you learn the basics of portrait photography and push your creativity and technical understanding.
Learn which settings are best to use, how to select the best locations, and what lighting and poses highlight a model's best features. We will also learn how to build rapport to get the best reactions and genuine emotions from a person.
Night Photography
Saturday 26 October
Pancake Hollow Road - 6pm - 2 Hours
Lisa Olson
Enter the exciting world of night photography. In this two hour hands-on workshop, set to take place after the sun sets, to give you the opportunity to put into practice the principles and techniques used to create dynamite images in the dark! Whether it be photos of the moon and stars or rendering images that appear to be daylit you're after, there is so much to explore in this workshop. It's not to be missed!
Using Your On-Camera Flash
Saturday 09 November
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 3 Hours
Lisa Olson
Ready to add flash to your repertoire? In this class we were discussing on camera flash, which if you didn't know is also 100% necessary in bright sunlight! Flash you see, is used not only as a main source of illumination in low light, but it's absolutely necessary as a fill source in bright sunlight or high contrast scenes. Necessary to stop action as well in many cases. We will discuss how to formulate your flash settings for either of these purposes, using flash as your main and your fill source using a simple equation of the desired amount of light you want to produce, and your distance from the subject. This formula will be discussed in detail bring your flash units. I'm going to look at them and show you how to use them, so please if you have your manual Bring It, that's very helpful!!! If you're already using your on camera flash, this course will still benefit you greatly! Basic and in-depth clarification of how to properly use when needed as well as some advanced techniques.
Hope to See You There!!!
Black and White Photography
Saturday 23 November
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 2 Hours
Lisa Olson
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.
What is Black and White Photography?
Black and white photography is a style of photography that involves capturing images without color. It uses shades of gray to create contrast, texture, and depth, which can give a timeless and classic look to photographs.
Introduction to B&W Photography ~
In black and white photography, the absence of color can help to simplify the image, drawing the viewer's attention to other aspects such as composition, lighting, and tonality. It can also convey a sense of nostalgia or evoke a particular mood or emotion.
Backlighting, Bokeh and Bursts
Saturday 30 November
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 2 Hours
Lisa Olson
In this hands-on two hour workshop, we will be exploring these three impactful lighting techniques. This class will be a combination of lecture, setting up and shooting a shot, using the Boken method of using your depth of field to create pleasing balls of light. If you have successfully unsuccessfully executed examples of any of these three techniques bring them for discussion!
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 07 December
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 3 Hours
Lisa Olson
Here it is! A 3-hour course to finally get you out of automatic mode on your camera and start taking control over the results you produce in turn giving you the best possible rendering of an image you found worth shooting. Why not do it right? If you are hooked on photography or just looking to learn how to use your camera this is the class for you. It is much more satisfying when you know you are fully responsible and it wasn't just a lucky shot or have all the disappointment when you can't seem to record WHAT YOU SEE!!! Just keeps coming out wrong no matter what you do and you Don't know what you're doing so it's fruitless and frustrating. So come join us for a 3-hour introductory class to manually setting your exposure to get EXACTLY the results you're trying for. We will discuss lighting, exposure, including teaching you about the light meter in your camera, about lenses, film speeds, and most importantly the step formula to taking a photo producing the results you want in all areas lighting, depth of field, controlling motion in your images (show or stop it) and much more with plenty of hands on experience.
Hope to see you there!
Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Saturday 14 December
Pancake Hollow Road - 1pm - 2 Hours
Lisa Olson
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.
Exploring Abstract Art
Saturday 05 October
Troy - 10pm - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Dive into the exciting world of abstract art with our Exploring Abstract Art class! This vibrant and imaginative workshop invites you to break free from traditional forms and explore the boundless possibilities of abstract expression. Perfect for artists of all levels, you'll experiment with colors, shapes, and textures to create dynamic and original works of art. Let your creativity run wild and discover the joy of abstract painting!
Participants are required to bring their own basic art materials. Full details will be provided upon booking confirmation. Join us for a creative adventure and let your abstract masterpieces come to life!
Autumn Leaves & Trees: Watercolor Wonderland
Saturday 12 October
Troy - 10am - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Dive into the vibrant hues of fall in our Autumn Leaves & Trees watercolor class! Explore the art of capturing the stunning transformation of leaves and trees as they change colors with the season. Bring your own basic watercolor materials and let your creativity flow with the beauty of autumn. Full details will be provided upon booking confirmation. Join us for a colorful celebration of fall foliage and tree artistry!
Introduction to Oil Painting
Saturday 26 October
Troy - 1pm - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Immerse yourself in the rich, vibrant world of oil painting with our Introduction to Oil Painting class! Perfect for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills, this class will guide you through the essentials of oil painting, from mixing colors to mastering brush techniques. Discover the joys of creating stunning, textured artwork as you learn to harness the unique properties of oil paints. Join us for a hands-on experience and bring your artistic vision to life!
Participants are required to bring their own basic art materials. Full details will be provided upon booking confirmation. Get ready to explore the versatility and beauty of oil painting!
Beginner's Watercolor Class
Saturday 02 November
Troy - 10am - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Embark on your colorful journey into the world of watercolors with our Beginner's Watercolor Class! Dive into a world of creativity as we guide you through the basics of watercolor painting in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
Whether you're picking up a brush for the first time or looking to refine your skills, this class is tailored for beginners eager to unleash their artistic potential. Learn essential techniques, experiment with vibrant colors, and discover the joy of creating your own masterpiece!
Participants are kindly asked to bring their own materials to fully immerse themselves in the creative process. Full details of the event will be provided upon booking confirmation. Secure your spot today and let the magic of watercolors ignite your imagination!
Beginner's Drawing Class
Saturday 16 November
Frear Park Road - 1pm - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
In this class, we will explore the basics of drawing and equip you with the skills needed to create beautiful and expressive artwork.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the fundamentals of drawing, including perspective, proportion, shading, and composition.
We will also be practicing various forms of Mark Making techniques and hopefully will make an empty page less daunting to fill up.
Perfect for complete beginners.
Thanksgiving Watercolor Celebration
Saturday 23 November
Troy - 10am - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a watercolor workshop where you'll paint festive autumn scenes, including harvest elements and Thanksgiving decorations. Bring your own watercolor materials and join us for a creative morning dedicated to capturing the essence of Thanksgiving.
Speed Landscape Drawing and Painting
Saturday 07 December
Troy - 1pm - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
The focus of this two-hour structured session is "speed" and "form", i.e. capturing the essence of a subject. You will be guided to complete some "warm-up" colour and drawing exercises and prepared for doing ink and watercolour-based painting in the session. You will learn how to quickly sketch and capture multiple subjects in the garden with ink and wash technique. You will be advised to keep things rather loose and time your drawing/painting.
You will have a chance to meet and greet like-minded people, choose your own subjects in the garden and be guided to complete the exercises, and artwork and have some takeaway homework with the learned technique. All levels and experiences are welcome.
Winter Holidays Watercolor Wonderland
Saturday 14 December
Troy - 10am - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
Step into a winter wonderland with our Winter Holidays watercolor class! Join us for a cozy and creative workshop where you'll learn to paint festive scenes that capture the magic of the season. From sparkling snowflakes to charming holiday decorations, this class is perfect for all skill levels and will help you bring the spirit of winter holidays to life on paper. Warm up your creativity and create stunning seasonal artwork!
Participants are required to bring their own basic watercolor materials. Full details will be provided upon booking confirmation. Let's make this winter season extra special with your beautiful watercolor creations!
Drawing Plants and Flowers
Saturday 28 December
Troy - 1pm - 2 Hours
Shweta Shubha
If you love all things nature, this is the art class for you! In this class, we will be conducting primary observation studies of flowers and plants. You will get the chance to admire plants and flowers up close and learn how to confidently create inspired drawings with pencil and fineliner pens.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of drawing the beautiful plants and flowers that nature has to offer. We will cover topics such as simplifying shapes, creating texture and detail, and using colours to enhance your drawings. This is a perfect opportunity for both beginners and more experienced artists alike to meet up and create art in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Our friendly instructors will provide guidance, helpful feedback, and support along the way, to generate new ideas for your art practice, and collaborate in a like-minded space.
Join us in the wonderful outdoors to create your very own unique pieces and develop your drawing skills!