So we are happy to announce that we have just introduced 2 new sessions starting at 7 pm in April and May.

Here are the details:

PHOTO 101 (April 16 – May 7) 7 pm – 9 pm

REGISTER HERE

PHOTO 101 (May 9 – 30) 7 pm – 9 pm

REGISTER HERE

NEW WORKSHOPS:

Lightroom | April 14, 2012

Learn how to sort, store, edit, share, and protect our images with this introduction to Lightroom workshop.

Click on the following link for the topics and details covered in the workshop: LIGHTROOM

How to Run a Photography Business | May 26, 2012

Save yourself many headaches, lost time and money with this one day business workshop. This workshop is designed to help the aspiring photographer get off to a good start in their business and avoid some of the common mistakes and pitfalls new entrepreneurs can typically make.

Click on the following link for the topics and details covered in the workshop: PHOTO BUSINESS

Taught by award winning fashion photographer, Mike Lewis, Portraiture is our new dynamic workshop that is sure to inspire!

Learn how to take better portraits.  This class will take you through all the basics from composition and posing your models to more technical aspects, such as lighting styles and handling different lighting conditions.

Sign up today. We have limited spots!  Click here to register now.

WORKSHOP DATES:

April 16 & 17th (1 – 5 pm each day)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON TOPICS DISCUSSED AND REGISTRATION:

Portrait Class

Take your pictures to the next level!  Learn how to edit your images in photoshop with this great course.

For more information on the class and class schedules, please take a look at the link below:
PHOTOSHOP I:  Introduction

To help you get started, we are offering a special promotion on the class this month!

$50 OFF

(regular $350 + HST)

PROMO CODE: PSPROMO

Just enter the promo code (PSPROMO) when registering online to receive your special discount.  Register soon – there are limited spots available and offer is valid until March 15, 2011.

Join us and get to know your DSLR!  Learn to take amazing photos and have fun doing it!

All the same perks of PHOTO 101, just in a new space:

• Limited class sizes
• Knowledgeable instructors with hands on approach
• Practical component – 2 hour field trip & assignment
• Photo review and feedback

Here are all the details:

DATE: Sat June 12 & Sun June 13
TIME: 10 am – 3 pm (daily)
COST: $250 plus GST
LOCATION: Mississauga Central Library

Take a look at the following page for more details on our PHOTO 101 program:  PHOTO 101 CLASS

CLICK HERE to register today!

The students left with a really good understanding of photography including composition and exposure. Here are some pictures from the week:

*Note: NEW TEEN SESSION (4 WEEKS) has just been introduced.  SAT AM 9:30 am – 11:30 am (May 8 – 29)
Check out the details here: KIDS & TEENS CLASSES

PHOTO 101 REQUIREMENTS: Digital SLR / Film SLR / or any camera that will allow you to shoot in manual mode (“M”).
MORE ADVANCED CLASSES: Digital SLR is required.

DSLR (“Digital Single Lens Reflex”) – key features :

• They allow you to interchange lenses for different purposes (longer zooms, macro photography, etc) These lenses are also much higher quality and will produce sharper images.
• They have a larger image sensor and therefore produce higher quality images.
• Allow you creative control.  You can change settings such as aperture / shutter speed to create a desired effect.  Things like; blurring backgrounds or freezing action become possible!  But this is why you take the course, to learn these techniques and how you can use the settings in these cameras to get a desired effect!

Examples of some good DSLR starter cameras:

Canon (Rebel XS, XSI, T1I)
Nikon (D3000, D5000, D90)

TIPS when purchasing an SLR camera

• First and foremost, get an understanding of what you will be using it for.  Are you planning on taking a lot of pictures of your new born baby? Or are you planning on starting a career in wedding photography?  You have to understand what you want from your camera before you can pick the right one.
• Do your homework: understand the key features before you approach the aggressive salesman.
• A great website to go and read about camera reviews and to do comparisons:

  http://www.dpreview.com/

TIPS to save some bucks:

• Look for a discontinued model.  Camera stores will heavily discount models that are being replaced in the near future.  If you hear that they are coming out with a new Canon Rebel XTxx for example,  take a look at the old models; they are likely discounted.
• In my opinion, this is the best time to buy a camera.  I have bought cameras below suppliers cost because they were heavily focused on getting rid of them.
• Don’t be fooled by more megapixels!  You are fine with 8!  You don’t need 24!!!  If you are comparing 2 models and the main difference is 2 extra megapixels!  Not required, buy yourself a better lens instead, much more bang for your buck!
• Once you have settled on the model – call around a few different stores for the best price.  Most of them will price match.  Stores to consider:  Downtown Camera, Henry’s, Black’s, Vistek, Best Buy

Good luck on your purchase!! It is a great investment and the skills you learn will last a life time.