Black and White Photography
Saturday 09 December
Mount Diablo - 10am - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
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.
This is a more advanced course and assumes you understand the basics of photography and controlling your camera.
Landscape & Wildlife Photography
Saturday 23 December
Rock City Park - 9:30am - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
Explore the thrill of capturing stunning landscapes and incredible wildlife in their natural habitat. During our enjoyable meetup, we will delve into leveraging the fundamentals of camera settings especially optimized for portraying landscapes. Immerse yourself in enlightening discussions aimed at equipping you with advanced techniques for flawless landscape and wildlife photography. Test your newly acquired skills with an array of challenging yet enjoyable exercises. Become a better photographer and uncover a potential passion under the expert guidance of like-minded enthusiasts.
Outdoor Portraits
Saturday 13 January
Orindawoods - 10am - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
This meetup goes over some basic dos and don'ts for posing and looks at issues to do with shooting in daylight for the best results. Included are: shooting different body types, men, women and shooting with strong sunlight and shooting in shade, and designing your background (composition). On this meet,up you are encouraged to bring along family or friends as models.
You will preferably need a normal, 85mm or longer lens, or a zoom. If you have a wide-angle this can also be used as we will be also looking at environmental portraits.
This is the perfect meetup to learn how to take the perfect portraits of family and friends.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Sunday 04 February
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline - 6pm - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
Join our Sunset Photography Adventure and uncover the secrets to capturing breathtaking sunsets like never before!
Dive into the art of photography and master the perfect settings to immortalize the magical hues of the evening sky. Discover the hidden beauty behind every sunset and learn to transform ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.
This class is more than just photography; it's a journey through cultures and emotions. Explore the diverse meanings sunsets hold for people worldwide. To some, it's the promise of a new day; to others, it signifies a moment of peace and tranquility.
Embrace the beauty of sunsets and learn to tell their enchanting stories through your lens. Get ready for an unforgettable experience where you'll capture not just pictures, but the essence of a moment. Let's paint the sky together!
Outdoor Portraits
Sunday 18 February
Orindawoods - 3pm - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
Discover the secrets of daylight photography in this hands-on event. Learn essential tips, including the dos and don'ts of posing, and grasp a better understanding about dealing with various shooting situations, such as strong sunlight and shooting in the shade. Explore the nuances of photographing different body types and crafting the perfect background for your composition.
This interactive session encourages attendees to bring along family or friends to serve as models. Chat, laugh, and learn together as you create stunning pictures.
For an optimal experience, consider bringing a lens that's 85mm or longer, or a zoom lens. Even if you only have a wide-angle lens, you still have an opportunity to contribute since we'll be covering environmental portraits as well.
Join us and enhance your portrait photography skills, to capture more memorable and beautiful snapshots of your loved ones. This event is all about perfecting the art of taking amazing portraits. Leave with a wealth of knowledge, new friends, and maybe even a new hobby. Dive into the exploration of photography with us - learn, laugh and love the art of capturing moments.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 02 March
Woodside - 9:45am - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
Step into the captivating world of Composition in Photography, where we unravel the secrets of transforming ordinary scenes into extraordinary masterpieces. In this course, we explore ten rules, from the dance of the Rule of Thirds to the play of Shapes, the cosmic balance of Negative Space, the captivating Lines, the mysteries of Symmetry and Patterns, the connection of Dots with Points, the vibrant world of Color, the sculpting of images with Tone, the measurement of Distance, and the achievement of photographic equilibrium with Balance.
Whether you're a photography prodigy or just starting your journey, this course is your backstage pass to unleashing the visual storyteller within. Join me on this adventure, where we'll enhance your ability to see and capture scenes with a touch of magic. Let's paint the world with pixels and create visual symphonies that resonate. Are you ready to make your photos sing?
Colors of Spring Photography
Saturday 16 March
Coyote Hills - 4:30pm - 2 Hours
Jesus Delgadillo
Step into the vibrant world of Colors of Spring Photography, where we'll capture the essence of nature's rebirth with style and creativity!
In this session, get ready for a joyous journey as we unveil tips and tricks on how to wield your camera settings like a magic wand, transforming the beauty of spring into visually captivating moments. From mastering composition to nailing focus and embracing the kaleidoscope of colors that spring brings, this is your ticket to capturing the season's magic in every frame.
Join us and let's paint the canvas of spring together, creating snapshots that burst with life and color. Get ready to turn your photography into a blooming masterpiece!
Christmas Portraits Meetup
Saturday 09 December
Union Square, San Francisco - 10am - 2 Hours
John Dockery
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.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Saturday 09 December
Naglee Ave, San Jose - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
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.
Holiday Lights Meetup
Saturday 23 December
Union Square, San Francisco - 5pm - 2 Hours
John Dockery
'Tis the season to be merry and bright, and what better way to celebrate the holiday spirit than by immersing yourself in a dazzling world of twinkling lights and festive decor? Join us for a magical evening of photography and camaraderie at our Holiday Lights Meetup.
Meet fellow photographers, share your passion, and learn new techniques from like-minded enthusiasts. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started with your camera, the Holiday Lights Meetup is the perfect opportunity to capture the wonder and joy of the holiday season through your lens.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 January
Main Street, Alameda - 10am - 3 Hours
John Dockery
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.
Architecture Photography
Sunday 07 January
Horace Mann, San Jose - 2pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Rule of Thirds
Saturday 20 January
Main Street, Alameda - 10am - 2 Hours
John Dockery
One of the most basic tenets of composition is the Rule of Thirds. Although most people are familiar with this technique it is often forgotten in the haste to take a photo. However you ignore it at your peril as it can make an average snap into something which is has tension and dynamism.
In this meetup we will practice using the Rule of Thirds in a setting full of photographic possibility.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 20 January
Downtown San Jose - 2pm - 3 Hours
Uyen Ta
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.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Saturday 03 February
Marina District - 2pm - 2 Hours
John Dockery
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.
Headshot Photography Class
Saturday 03 February
Park Ave., San Jose - 2:30pm - 3 Hours
Uyen Ta
Unleash your photographic creativity and join us at this immersive workshop. Our focus - perfecting the art of headshots. Your mission - to capture your subject's personality, professionalism, and personal brand in one stunning shot. From mastering the art of framing the face to understanding the significance of good lighting, we set up an interactive learning environment for you. Enroll now and elevate your photography prowess to a whole new level. Come frame with us; learn, create and dazzle.
50mm Lens Meetup
Saturday 17 February
Downtown San Jose - 2pm - 2 Hours
Uyen Ta
The 50mm lens is one of the flexible and useful lenses in any photographer’s gear bag. It is neither a wide-angle or telephoto lens, but allows the camera to see on the same scale as your eye. As such, it can be used for a variety of styles, from landscape and street photography to portrait and product photography. In this meetup, we’ll review the basic camera settings. We’ll then cover some of the advantages of shooting with a prime lens, and some basic techniques to using the 50mm lens. As always, there will be ample opportunities for you to put your new knowledge into practice.
