Astrophotography Meet-up
Saturday 06 June
Mount Horeb, WI - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
During this 2-hour meet-up, we will examine the art and techniques associated with Astrophotography as we capture the Milky Way. Learn the settings you need, selecting the location to photograph from, and many other techniques. You will walk away with some incredible images from this evening.
Light Painting (playing with light)
Saturday 13 June
James Madison Park - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
This meetup will focus on the process of light painting along with additional accessories needed or suggested for light painting.This workshop will be open to photographers of all levels however it will provide value to entry-level photographers the most as it will focus on the process of light painting along with additional accessories needed or suggested for light painting.
We'll start out with a simple light source and then we'll slowly move up to multiple sources along with exposing your subject
Street Photography
Saturday 27 June
Capitol Square - 7pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 18 July
John Nolen Drive - 9am - 3 Hours
Chris Bennett
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.
Sunset Photography Meetup
Saturday 25 July
Madison, WI - 7:30pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
Learn how to use the proper settings to capture a beautiful sunset.
Beyond just being a natural phenomenon, the setting of the sun symbolizes many things to a variety or people and cultures. The setting of the sun represents the completion of a day's work, so it represents the opportunity to rest.
Astrophotography Meet-up
Saturday 01 August
Mount Horeb, WI - 8:30pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
During this 2-hour meet-up, we will examine the art and techniques associated with Astrophotography as we capture the Milky Way. Learn the settings you need, selecting the location to photograph from, and many other techniques. You will walk away with some incredible images from this evening.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 08 August
John Nolen Drive - 9am - 3 Hours
Chris Bennett
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.
Composition in Photography
Saturday 15 August
Madison, WI - 6:30pm - 2 Hours
Chris Bennett
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame. In this session, we will discuss rules that will enhance your photography. 1. Rule of thirds 2. Shapes 3. Negative Space 4. Line 5. Symmetry and patterns 6. Points 7. Color 8. Tone 9. Distance 10. Balance. As a photographer, beginner, intermediate, or professional, please join me so we can work together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
