Portraiture With Natural Light
Saturday 09 December
Griffith Park - 2pm - 2 Hours
Craig Hyatt
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.
We, as a class, will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.
We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
Christmas Portraits Meetup
Saturday 09 December
Downtown Oxnard - 2pm - 2 Hours
Ivy Hyve
Capture the magic of the season! Join us for a festive and fun-filled photography event that will sprinkle your holiday season with creativity and joy! Learn how to incorporate Christmas into your portrait photos, from decors to cozy sweaters, our professional instructor will help you compose the perfect shot.
Whether you're an aspiring photographer or just looking to create cherished holiday memories, this event is perfect for you and your loved ones.
Share the joy by inviting your friend or family member to be a part of your photos. If you don't have someone you can bring with you as your model, don't worry. The group can take photos of each other.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 16 December
Beverly Hills - 10am - 3 Hours
Billy Montgomery
Enhance your photography skills by mastering manual camera settings. Delve into the intricacies of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO, and comprehend how these elements impact your photos. Benefit from the tutelage of a seasoned professional as you apply your newfound understanding of exposure in a practical, hands-on session. Elevate your camera craft beyond the automatic mode and take control of your photographic vision. Join us for an educational experience that promises to deepen your appreciation for the art of photography.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 16 December
Huntington Road - 2pm - 2 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Architecture Photography Meetup
Saturday 30 December
Pershing Square - 9am - 2 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Discover the immortal beauty of a city through architectural photography, an engaging and creative exploration that expertly blends design accuracy with aesthetic appeal. This isn't merely about taking pictures - it's about crafting striking visual narratives.
Join us for a specialized session on the fine art of architectural photography. Together, we'll demystify this powerful mode of expression, sharing insights on how to capture stunning images. We'll delve into camera settings and techniques to help you produce jaw-dropping, impressive shots. Become an artist with your camera and turn the urban landscape into your canvas.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 January
Downtown Oxnard - 10am - 3 Hours
Ivy Hyve
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 13 January
Santa Monica Pier - 9am - 3 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Discover your camera in an entirely new light! Get comfortable with moving out of automatic exposure mode and delve into the intricate features of your gadget. Grasp the impact of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO on image exposure as our team simplifies these concepts for you. Furthermore, a professional photographer will guide you as you put your newfound knowledge into practice. Embark on this journey to becoming a more proficient photographer with us.
Street Art Photography
Saturday 20 January
Pershing Square - 9am - 2 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Immerse yourself in the vibrant and unique medium of street art. Discover the unseen treasures tucked away in city corners across the globe. Engage in the challenge of capturing these urban masterpieces through your lens, positioned in bustling public spaces saturated with action and energy. Will you incorporate the spectators into your composition or focus solely on the art? The choice is yours. Deepen your photography skills while exploring the electrifying world of street art. The streets are your canvas and the camera is your brush. Join us.
Street Photography
Saturday 20 January
Ventura - 10am - 2 Hours
Ivy Hyve
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.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Saturday 27 January
Elysian Park - 9am - 3 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Discover the art of clicking perfect pictures with our specially designed class for those yearning to venture beyond the Automatic Mode of their cameras. Experience the power of Manual Mode, enriched with the potential to add depth to your photography skills. Designed to boost your confidence and mastery over your camera settings, this class expands your understanding of critical camera functions including the exposure triangle, thus providing a thorough insight into Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO. Unlock the door to photographic excellence today.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 03 February
Ventura - 10am - 2 Hours
Ivy Hyve
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Portraiture With Natural Light
Saturday 03 February
Griffith Park - 2pm - 2 Hours
Craig Hyatt
Unleash your photography potential with our specially tailored class. Our focus is primarily on understanding Composition and the critical role of light in capturing stunning photographs. Proactively enhance your skills by experiencing hands-on training.
Together, we will explore the realm of natural light photography, bidding goodbye to on-camera flashes or strobe techniques. With the only available light, we will guide you through troubleshooting, making necessary adjustments, and ultimately, capturing captivating portraits.
The class also offers practical lessons on light modifying techniques. Learn the smart application of a reflector to cleverly manipulate not-so-great lighting conditions. It's all about capturing perfectly exposed shots, irrespective of the circumstances. Embrace the world of photography like never before. Join us and discover the artist in you.