Birds and Nature
Saturday 17 June
High Park - 11am - 3 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
Are you a bird watcher or a nature lover and have also been wondering how to get sharp photos consistently.
This session plans to take the guess work out of it and get you on your way to capture the wildlife you love. Some of the topics covered will be, optimal settings, light direction, bird habits, equipment and operation.
Come along and lets take some photos that show the natural beauty of birds.
The City at Night
Saturday 01 July
Dundas Square - 7pm - 2 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
Many people don't think about nighttime being a good time to do photography since there's a lack of light. However, armed with knowledge about your camera's settings and the properties of light, nighttime photography can be a lot of fun.
In this meetup, you'll learn about the best camera settings for nighttime photography. We'll also explore the kinds of light available to us and how to use that light to make some awesome photos. As always, there are exercises that will help you put your new knowledge to work.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 16 July
Riverdale Farm - 10am - 3 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
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.
Black and White Photography
Saturday 29 July
Distillery District - 11am - 2 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
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.
Composition in Photography
Sunday 06 August
High Park - 2pm - 2 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
Composition in Photography is how a photographer arranges visual elements within the frame.
In this course, we will discuss five, seven, and even ten, rules that will enhance your photography.
1) Rule of thirds
2) Shapes
3) Negative Space- Positive
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 with together to improve your ability to see the scene you wish to photograph.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 19 August
Toronto Islands - 7pm - 2 Hours
Dakshnamoorthy Parivallal
Landscape photography is possibly one of the most popular genres, so we'll be looking at how you can improve your shots and help your photos stand out from the crowd. We will be focusing on composition, panoramas, equipment tips and settings to use.
All skill levels welcome! The professional photography instructor will be there to provide advice, feedback and tips on how to improve your photos and camera skills.
Lowlight Photography Meetup
Saturday 10 June
Hudson's Bay - 10:30am - 2 Hours
Ashraful Khan
Join us for a unique photography experience indoors with our Lowlight Photography Meetup! This event is perfect for anyone who wants to capture stunning low-light shots in an urban setting, whether you're a beginner or an experienced photographer.
We'll explore the mall, experimenting with different lighting and techniques to capture the perfect shot. You'll have the opportunity to network with other photographers and learn from each other's experiences.
Portrait Photography Meetup
Sunday 18 June
FFGC+3R Waterloo - 3pm - 2 Hours
Akshay Kumar Ajikumar
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.
Black and White Photography
Sunday 25 June
Lady May Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Ashraful Khan
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 25 June
North End West - 10am - 3 Hours
Pelumi Bamidele
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 01 July
Joseph Street - 4pm - 3 Hours
Meghav Gandhi
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.
WWC (Walk with Camera)
Sunday 09 July
Wyldewood Drive - 10am - 2 Hours
Ashraful Khan
A fun and relaxed walk with our cameras covering a variety aspects of photography from street, landscape, architecture, seascape and abstract.
Street Walk and Photography Meetup
Sunday 23 July
Memorial Park Bandshell - 10am - 2 Hours
Ashraful Khan
Join us for a Street Walk and Photography event to explore the city, learn new techniques, and capture stunning photos of the vibrant street scenes. Sign up now and let's hit the streets together!
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 06 August
Brick by Brick Park - 10am - 3 Hours
Ashraful Khan
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.
I Shoot it, You Shoot it
Sunday 20 August
Kiwanis Heydenshore Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Ashraful Khan
This session, will have a wide variation of subjects and creative lighting. The idea is that you can see how I shoot a scene, and then you place your camera in position and shoot the same way. This is a very effective way to study and learn new techniques.
