Lighting on the Go! In a jam-packed, two-hour session, world renowned photographer, Joe McNally, will move quickly through a variety of lighting solutions, using state-of-the-art Profoto strobes.

Every photographer has had a situation where unrealistic expectations have been laid out in a time frame that is compressed. McNally will treat this session exactly as that—a client wanting a variety of lighting looks, done under time pressure, with an array of light shapers. Light with an edge, soft light, and different colors using gels. The big three of light – Quality, Color and Direction— will be discussed while the versatility of McNally will be on display as he rotates through scenarios and offers tips, stories, solutions on-the-fly, and ways to remain motivated and inspired as a photographer... Learn More

Capturing action in particular can be tricky, and isn't always as simple as just increasing the shutter speed. And for portraits, there are as many approaches to shooting them as there are photographers. There is no one right way to do anything in photography, so Sony Artisan of Imagery Tony Gale will discuss how he captures them. Topics include how and why he uses certain camera settings, and how lens and camera choice can influence the final image. Tony will show examples of his own work and go over some of what he takes into consideration to create successful images for both action and portraits.

For the last part of the class, attendees will go outside and shoot mountain bikers from Dialed Action Sports!.. Learn More

Join Lumix Global Ambassador Shiv Verma and learn all of the basic aspects of video creation like video and audio gear, understanding resolution, exposure, shutter speed, shutter angles, use of lighting and shadow, pre-production, composition and framing, and much more!.. Learn More

Join Bobbi Lane for a creative shoot with our Camera Show models! Learn how to balance the light with strobes as the main light and continuous light for the background. Bobbi will demonstrate how to get the correct exposure and then create special effects with shaking, spinning, and zooming the camera for stunning images... Learn More

Don't know where to begin to photograph high school seniors? Jump right in with SIGMA lenses and Heather Larkin! Learn what to look for in a good senior photo, studio lens choice for senior portraits, and the pose that sells every single time... Learn More

Unlock the nuances of color in photography with our comprehensive seminar on color theory. Recognizing and understanding the role of color can be transformative for photographers, enhancing the depth and emotion of each image. Join Blake Rudis and deepen your understanding of color's pivotal role in photography and refine your ability to use it effectively in your work... Learn More

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC, join Adobe Certified Expert Don Polzo for a lesson on the basics, including the interface, tools, and layers... Learn More

Learn how to shape light and create stunning fine art portraits with award-winning photographer Jason Buff! In a live demo, Jason will show how he uses constant lights and works with models to craft images in his signature style. Afterwards, attendees will have a chance to practice shooting with Jason's assistance... Learn More

Join Bobbi Lane and learn how to light, pose, and direct for real people! See how comprehensive lighting techniques and effective posing can help make the most pleasing portraits of any subject: thin or heavy, spectacled, young or old, follicle challenged, red or wrinkled. Attendees will learn some essential techniques for photographing normal people in the real world – without fancy wardrobe, expensive hair and makeup, or extreme and difficult retouching – and then practice shooting on their own... Learn More

Join Jonathan Arias for his creative take on photography and post-processing with Capture One, Lightroom, and Photoshop. He'll go over basic camera settings and lighting, plus shoot a live demo with a model. Attendees will have a chance to shoot as well, and then Jonathan will dive into his post-processing workflow. Learn how he uses Photoshop tools to create slow shutter drags on the subject, and be inspired to explore and experiment on your own!.. Learn More

Are you sick of hearing about composition "rules" in photography? If so, let's throw them out and develop a common sense approach to composition. Let's ditch the rules and discover the art of intuitive composition in photography and elevate your visual storytelling skills.

Join Blake Rudis as he delves into the foundational principles that underpin great images, showing attendees how to harness common sense techniques to communicate emotion, intention, and narrative through their photographs... Learn More

Adobe Certified Expert Don Polzo will go over the basics of Lightroom Classic CC's Library and Develop modules. Learn to view, organize, and rate the photos in your catalog, as well as how to make basic non-destructive adjustments and edits... Learn More

Jump right into shooting high school senior portraits with SIGMA lenses and Heather Larkin! Watch her pose the senior models for different portrait styles, then practice getting your own shots with Heather's assistance... Learn More

Join SIGMA and Heather Larkin for tips and tricks on macro photography! Heather will go through a few of her own shots and explain how she got them. Topics include composition and subject framing, focus, gear options, shutter speed, and aperture help.

Explore the hidden beauty of nature up close as you capture the intricate details of flowers and learn how easy it is to make artistic photos with just a simple light and a spray bottle. Attendees will then be able to get hands-on with some SIGMA loaner lenses and a few in-class shooting stations... Learn More

Join award-winning photographer Jason Buff for a live post-processing demo! He'll work on shots taken at his Crafting Fine Art Images Using Constant Light workshop and show some advanced retouching techniques for achieving his signature fine art portrait style... Learn More

Join Lee Varis as he showcases the capabilities of the most recent mirrorless cameras for in-camera multiple exposures. The newer mirrorless cameras have enhanced processing speeds that offer Photoshop style blend modes for multiple exposures. You can now capture additional exposures blending successive exposures in Lighten, Darken, and Additive modes, as well as the more traditional averaging mode. This opens up of wealth of creative opportunities for different photo genres, as well as being really FUN... Learn More

The difference between a good photo and a PHENOMENAL photo rests in one critical place: the TONES. The tones in your photo do so many important things and have a strong influence on your viewer’s experience.

‍Tones are responsible for (but not limited to):
‍• How your image will be received within the first few seconds
• How your viewer navigates through your image
• How vibrant or drab your colors will be
• How balanced your photo will appear from a distance

Blake Rudis will teach you not just how to edit photos with tone in mind, but how to also read and understand them so you know EXACTLY what is going on when your viewer sees your work... Learn More

Join Sony Artisan Tony Gale as he walks you through the transition from still to video. He'll go over the basics, including time lapse, cinemagraphs, slow & quick, and video with sound. He'll explain how to get started from settings to frame rates and more. Tony will also discuss how to avoid some of the common mistakes most beginner videographers make... Learn More

Join Unique University Head Instructor Michael Downey and get familiar with drones! Learn the basics of how they work, how to fly them safely, and how to utilize them for both photography and videography... Learn More

Feel free to bring your drones!

Join Bobbi Lane and learn how to light, pose, and direct for real people! See how comprehensive lighting techniques and effective posing can help make the most pleasing portraits of any subject: thin or heavy, spectacled, young or old, follicle challenged, red or wrinkled. Attendees will learn some essential techniques for photographing normal people in the real world – without fancy wardrobe, expensive hair and makeup, or extreme and difficult retouching – and then practice shooting on their own... Learn More

Learn how to capture the movement, athleticism, and grace of dance with photographer Steve Vaccariello.

Dancers express their art through precision, power, and moving poetry. It's a unique opportunity to work with momentum, composition, and storytelling all at the same time. Steve will teach you how to anticipate movements, capture light, muscular bodies, and compose powerful shots full of energy and passion with the help of two experienced ballerinas... Learn More

Interacting with kids is tough, especially as an adult. Forget all that stuffy posing and fake cheese smiles! Heather Larkin has 25 years of preschool teacher and photographer experience to share on how to get the best photos of kids ever. Join SIGMA and Heather as she tells you all about stupid games to play for real laughs and authentic expressions and how reverse psychology will win you points, too. Learn how to treat kids like real people – no baby talk or bribery here!.. Learn More

When it comes to floral photography, one might think of capturing the vibrant colors. Padma Inguva's love for colorful flowers and their unusual combinations made the thought of creating black and white images seem crazy, but she had a change of heart when she realized that pretty colors alone do not make a photograph interesting. Shape, texture, tones, and lines are integral parts of any composition. Limiting the color range of her flower photography helped her focus on these other elements. Learn how Padma took on this black and white photography project and how she's discovering new post-processing techniques to showcase flowers in new, exciting, and dramatic ways... Learn More

Join Adobe Certified Expert Don Polzo for an overview of how to incorporate both Lightroom and Photoshop into your digital workflow, including basic editing, importing, cataloging, and organizing... Learn More

Join Bobbi Lane and explore the stunning imagery of iconic movie stars using the lighting style of the great master photographer George Hurrell. George shot in Bobbi's Los Angeles studio for 12 years, and she learned how to "sculpt" with light using big Tungsten "Hot Lights". In today's world, we use LED Nanlites with Fresnel and Barn Door attachments. This is a fascinating dynamic seminar with a model dressed and styled in Hollywood fashion... Learn More

See why we light photos aside from just lighting up a dark space or area. Lighting and correct lens choice are tools that can be used to tell a story, evoke emotion, or help bring the subject to life. Join Jonathan Thorpe as he presents a series of images that show how using 1 light (and all the way to up 6) can create images that have more of a cinematic quality vs a total still. You'll also learn the importance of using the location your subject is in to help progress the narrative, and how there's always two subjects in every photo. Jonathan will also do a live demo shoot, covering all the techniques he showed throughout the class... Learn More

ADHD: Art of Documenting Hopeful Days explores the journey of growth as a photographer, focusing on overcoming creative blocks, failed opportunities, and imposter syndrome. It emphasizes self-discovery through photography and encourages attendees to find their unique voice by embracing experimentation and personal expression.

Join Allan Ali for a presentation that highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and the role gear plays in shaping the creative process, while cautioning against over-reliance on equipment. Ultimately, attendees will leave with practical tools to navigate their creative struggles, a better understanding of themselves as artists, and the confidence to pursue their individual journeys with renewed energy... Learn More

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC, join Adobe Certified Expert Don Polzo for a lesson on the basics, including the interface, tools, and layers... Learn More

Learn how to get the best photos of kids ever! Join SIGMA and see how Heather Larkin works with one or more kids she's never met. She'll talk about lens choices, silly games, being authentically nerdy, and more as she poses the kids for the best portraits and takes them from shy to shining. Attendees will then have a chance to practice shooting with Heather's assistance... Learn More

Sigma loaner lenses will be available

Embark on a journey into the captivating world of light painting with renowned light painter Susan Magnano. Join us as she unveils the secrets behind her mesmerizing luminescent portraits. Susan will guide you through the ABCs of light painting, offering a step-by-step guide to her techniques for capturing and creating... Learn More

The ability to communicate your message is crucial in photography. Organizing the elements into a strong and compelling composition and then exposing are the primary components of this class with Lumix Global Ambassador Shiv Verma. The advent of digital equipment allows for instant feedback, but it's you, the maker, who needs to use this vehicle of instant feedback to improve and strengthen the message. Furthermore, software-based editing tools allow you to refine and enhance the design elements even after the camera has exposed and the message captured / conveyed. Shiv will discuss all this and more to help you see composition as the instrument of photographic communication...Learn More

Join Unique Photo and Philly Create for another collaborative, creative live model shoot!.. Learn More