Photography 101 is a condensed photography class for beginners looking to better understand how to take great looking photographs. You’ll learn the most important camera settings and how to apply them for the most creative effects – sharp subjects with blurry backgrounds or long exposures for motion blur.

The workshop is 3 hours long and is taught in English.

Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 8 students per class so class sizes are guaranteed small.

Some photos from previous classes can be found on blog posts here.

You should consider taking this workshop if:

• you always find yourself shooting in full-automatic mode
• you just bought a new camera but don’t know how to use it a.k.a. “all the gear with no idea!”
• you are looking to buy a new camera but want to learn how to use one first
• you are looking to improve your photography before a big trip, a new baby in the family, etc…

You will leave with:

• an understanding of how to use full manual controls and other important buttons and dials
• a one-page “cheat sheet” of photography concepts covered
• access to email your instructor with questions to help you learn at anytime

Required camera:

• any DSLR camera, or
• “advanced point & shoot” camera with manual functions (eg. Panasonic GF2, Nikon 1…), or
• if you do not have a camera, let us know and we will try to lend you one (only 1 per class).

Testimonials from recent students…

My original intent was to get an advanced point and shoot, but I am tempted to move up to a DSLR since I now have a better understanding of the controls. It’s exciting to be able to understand your environment and control aperture/shutter/iso to work hand-in-hand and create a good shot. …Jenny, January 2013

I always used “auto” and thought “manual” was too difficult for a person like me. But Ken made it very simple, easy to understand and to use. I haven’t switched my camera back to “auto” since after the class …Peggy, December 2012

Whenever I thought of ‘manual mode’ I thought of professional photographers but actually even those that point and shoot can learn to use the manual mode. Looking forward to learning more …Michelle, November 2012

Great class , straight forward and easy to follow. Great for beginners wanting to get out of Auto mode. Highly recommended. …CJ, November 2012

Ken really knows his stuff. He’s very patient and explains things well. …Natalya, October 2012

I wanted to learn and understand how to use my DSLR and this course was spot on for that. Ken has a good teaching style, providing scenarios for each camera setting. He’s also very willing to answer any questions you have. If you want to know how to use your camera, then this is highly recommended.
…Michael, October 2012

Before attending the course I had no idea about how to work my DSLR camera. By the end of the session I had taken lots of shots in manual, and I had an understanding of how to create a sense of movement and control the depth of field. …Lisa, October 2012

I recently purchased my first DSLR to capture my experiences in Asia. Unfortunately, I didn’t know where to even start to figure out how to properly use it. After this workshop, I feel significantly more prepared and am even contemplating buying another lens! …Ashley, October 2012

The instructor gave me a good idea on how to approach problems concerning light and depth of field. Truly looking forward to use my new acquired tools! …Sascha, September 2012

Finally I can free myself from AUTO! …Anita, August 2012

Your class rocks! Before your class, I read books, searched the internet for tips and tricks but no go. After your class, I am so happy that I understand how it all works. Now I have the confidence to make the camera do what I want rather then sticking to Auto Mode all the time …Sanjeet, August 2012

What was confusing or completely nonsensical before made sense afterwards. My “EUREKA!” moment came in the 20 minutes we spent outside, trying out the newly learned settings. Brilliant! …Iris, August 2012

Everything was explained in an easy-to-understand language. Every beginner should do this course.
…Gillian, August 2012

I learned a lot and enjoyed it very much, especially the nighttime street shots. Kenneth is very knowledgeable and has the patience to explain photography for dummies (like me!). Two thumbs up!!
…Calla, August 2012

The fear of moving the dial away from automatic has now been taken away. I now understand how to look at the pictures I’ve taken and decide what is wrong, and what I need to do to improve it.
…Julia, August 2012

Upcoming Class Dates

Tue 26 Feb 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
Spot(s) remaining: 1 SOLD OUT

Wed 13 Mar 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
Spot(s) remaining: 1 SOLD OUT

Tue 16 Apr 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
Spot(s) remaining: 2

Tue 7 May 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
Spot(s) remaining: 1 SOLD OUT

Thu 20 June 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
HK$800 (10% off with a friend)
Spot(s) remaining: 4

Mon 15 July 2013, 7:00PM-10:00PM
HK$800 (10% off with a friend)
Spot(s) remaining: 8

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