Creative Urban Photography - Oakville


Taking a storytelling and photojournalistic approach, students are guided through lessening dependence on automatic shooting modes. Semi-automatic and manual camera modes will be explored with the ultimate goal of leveraging the creative capabilities of the camera. This workshop challenges the student to think beyond 'correct' exposure, with the goal of capturing images with an artistic flair. The entire workshop takes places in an urban outdoor setting under the guidance of the photographer Michael Willems.

Prerequisites:

Any DSLR Part 2 Workshop (Composition & Creativity workshop also recommended)

Course Outline:

- In-depth use of creative shooting modes (aperture/shutter)
- Creative use of depth of field, motion blur and subject blur
- Photojournalistic approaches to storytelling
- Lens selection criteria and lens effects
- Creative use of available light

Who Should Attend?

Students who have taken the above mentioned prerequisite and recommended indoor workshops (or have equivalent knowledge) and are eager to apply what they've learned outside in the real-world environment.

What To Bring To Class:

Camera
Charged battery
Memory cards
Wide Angle and Telephoto Lens

MEETING LOCATION INFO:

Meet in Old Oakville under the clock at the intersection of George Street and Lakeshore Road East. Your instructor, Michael Willems, will lead you through a route that includes busy shopping streets, several churches, heritage properties, parks and the lakeshore. Bring your camera and have fun!