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Get a delightfully fun holiday portrait with Canon at our 75th Anniversary Unique Photo Camera Show all weekend long! Bring your family, friends, and loved ones and come dressed in your winter best (casual, matching, or themed outfits) for a 15-minute portrait session with a holiday-themed set and props!

You can have your portrait taken by a Canon expert, or you can get behind the camera and take a portrait of your loved ones with a Canon R system camera. You can even learn how to set the camera up with your smartphone to take your own portrait! Our Canon experts will then make you a free print on-site to take home with you.


HOLIDAY PORTRAITS TERMS
• Limit 1 reservation per person.
Any additional orders will be cancelled and refunded.
• Please check in 5 minutes before the start of your reservation time.
Registrants will be assigned a spot on a first come, first serve basis within their reserved time slot.
• Portrait sessions are 15-minutes long.
• Online registration required. Walk-ups are NOT guaranteed.

SHOW FLOOR 10AM - 5PM
123 US Hwy 46 West, Fairfield, NJ 07004
28 South 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Cityscapes, whether it's a well-known skyline silhouette or a portrait of majestic architecture, are iconic and captivating. However, it's difficult to truly capture the lines, scale, and moods of a city we’ve fallen in love with. Oftentimes images turn out blurry, grainy, or far too pale.

Join Padma Inguva and Roland Shainidze as they give an overview of the skills you’ll need to get vibrant cityscapes. They'll cover everything from technical recommendations and camera settings to creative post processing techniques. Equipped with this new knowledge, you can capture and make your favorite city shine.

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.

BRING YOUR CAMERAS! You'll have a chance to practice these lessons hands-on and photograph our professional ballerinas alongside Steve.

In Lightroom, the Library module is where you view, sort, manage, organize, compare, and rate the photos in your catalog. It’s your home base for working with photos after importing them into Lightroom.

Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor will cover the basic aspects of this module in Lightroom CC and demonstrate how to utilize and navigate through it effectively!

*Register early as class size is very limited.

Join professional nature photographer and workshop leader Roman Kurywczak for everything you need to know about photographing wildlife in the field. The photographic journey will cover exotic locations such as Tanzania, but also include many tips for photographing wildlife closer to home and in some unexpected places.

Roman will go over minimum gear requirements for both the safety of the wildlife and the photographer, as well as some exciting newer options. Camera settings, what mode to use, choosing the right ISO for wildlife portraits versus action photography, and more will also be discussed. Lastly, get an in-depth segment on one of Roman's specialties – photographing birds in flight!

Do you love to travel and love photography? Join Canon Product Educator Heather Krut as she goes over the basics of scouting, planning, and packing gear. You'll be taught and encouraged to think outside the box in order to enhance your photographic creativity on your next vacation or travel adventure!

Topics include:
• Planning and packing for your trip
• Ideal Canon cameras and lenses to bring
• Easy transfer and sharing images with your smartphone
• Printing your images with Canon Pro-200 / 300 / 1000 printers

Join Unique Photo's Todd Lauther and learn the differences between film formats, various film types, current cameras and film on the market, and more. Todd will help introduce you to the current world of film photography and give tips on how you can get the most out of your film.

*Feel free to bring your film cameras!

Join Unique University Head Instructor Michael Downey for some very basic and minor tips that will make you never want to put your camera back into AUTO mode ever again. This class can be taken with any DSLR or mirrorless camera, including Canon, Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, Olympus, and more!

*Feel free to bring your cameras!

Lightroom's Develop module includes controls for globally adjusting the color and tonal scale of your photos, as well as for making local adjustments.

Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor will go over the editing options found in the module of Lightroom CC and how to make non-destructive adjustments and edits!

*Register early as class size is very limited.

Have you been frustrated with your flashes? Have you been stuck creatively with your photography? If you've always wanted to get better results with your lighting but were fearful of the process, JC will help demystify lighting into the simplest steps possible so that anyone with a basic understanding of camera functions can start producing more dynamic images immediately.

With tips and tricks that can be used with any lights you add to your creative arsenal, JC will talk about the basics and dive into some more advanced concepts. In three easy steps, JC will take you from Fear to Flash.

BRING YOUR CAMERAS! Time permitting, you'll have a chance to shoot one of our Camera Show models in-class.

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC and its interface, join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor for a lesson on the tools palette/panel! Blake will go through the tools one by one, from selection and cropping to painting, retouching, and much more.

*Register early as class size is very limited.

Join Matthew Christopher, creator of the Abandoned America website, podcast, and book series, for a journey through some of America's most haunting ruins.

From abandoned malls and amusement parks to churches, factories, and homes, we'll explore the fascinating stories of how these places were left behind and separate fact from fiction when it comes to their past.

Starting a photography business can be overwhelming when you're passionate about the craft, but less certain about how to monetize your skills. After moving back to NJ from Florida in 2019, wedding and portrait photographer Mike Zawadki had to reboot his entire business. Join Mike as he shares how he went from 0 bookings after coming back "home" to operating one of the most popular and in-demand wedding photography businesses in NJ, now serving almost 100 couples per season!

Topics include:
• Why you need to build a strong foundation and website
• Booking slumps and how to get "ghosted" less
• Basics of communicating with clients effectively
• Dealing with changes to social media policies and algorithms
• Personal tips and advice

The night sky is home to incredible - yet challenging - photographic opportunities. But how can we showcase the wonders above us, particularly the ones we can’t see? Join Temu Nana and delve into the fascinating world of deep space astrophotography, far beyond single-shot night landscapes and into true deep space imaging.

This presentation will give you a solid base on which to build your skills in this increasingly accessible, unusual photographic niche. We’ll discuss theory, equipment, options for upgrading, stacking/processing software, next steps, and more. You’ll be amazed at what you can capture from your backyard using equipment you (mostly) already have!

Take a tour of the Nikon Z9 focus system and capabilities. This class with Nikon Tech Rep Alex Rea covers everything from the very basics through customizing controls and recommendations for different photo scenarios. You'll leave with a thorough understanding of Z9's focus tracking system, plus some helpful recommendations for popular custom settings so that you can harness the full potential of the latest 3.0 firmware!

As the world continues to open up and travel is back on the menu, we’re thrilled to get out on the road again with cameras in hand, visiting destinations all over the globe! Join Open Sky Expeditions' Senior Tour Manager/Photographer Temu Nana as he highlights upcoming small-group photography tours offered together with Unique Photo.

Our itineraries — featuring destinations throughout the globe, all meticulously scouted in-person — are designed specifically for photographers, by photographers. With an expert local guides, tour manager & photography instructor with you every step of the way, we get you to the most spectacular places in the right light.

Destinations include Namibia, Norway (Aurora Borealis), South India, Galapagos Islands, Antarctica, Morocco, and Alaska (among others), covering a wide-range of shooting interests. Come and learn what we found most compelling about these destinations and how you can join fellow Unique Photo travelers on these experiences!

Many people are comfortable with creating shallow focus closeup images, but fewer know how to achieve consistently tack sharp images – all in a single frame – simply handheld and with a flash!

Join professional nature photographer and workshop leader Roman Kurywczak as he shares all of the technical tips and tricks needed to take your close-up photography to the next level. Topics include specific settings, plus traditional and non-traditional gear to maximize your time spent out in the field or indoors. You'll learn how to overcome distracting backgrounds and the key lesson to Roman's success: using flash correctly to properly balance any exposure and achieve dramatic results.

A professional Clean + Check technician will be at our 75th Anniversary Unique Photo Camera Show on Saturday and Sunday only! Review the terms below and register for your spot!


CLEAN + CHECK TERMS
• Limit 1 reservation per person per day.
Any additional orders will be cancelled and refunded.
• Limit 2 camera bodies and/or lenses per person.
1 camera and 1 lens *OR* 2 cameras *OR* 2 lenses
• Service available for most brands and models.
• Online registration required. Walk-ups are NOT guaranteed.
• Please arrive as early as possible within your registered timeframe. Each item will be taken in on a first come, first served basis and service may take up to a few hours to be completed.

A professional Clean + Check technician will be at our 75th Anniversary Unique Photo Camera Show on Saturday and Sunday only! Review the terms below and register for your spot!


CLEAN + CHECK TERMS
• Limit 1 reservation per person per day.
Any additional orders will be cancelled and refunded.
• Limit 2 camera bodies and/or lenses per person.
1 camera and 1 lens *OR* 2 cameras *OR* 2 lenses
• Service available for most brands and models.
• Online registration required. Walk-ups are NOT guaranteed.
• Please arrive as early as possible within your registered timeframe. Each item will be taken in on a first come, first served basis and service may take up to a few hours to be completed.

Join Neil van Niekerk and learn the techniques you'll need to obtain studio quality lighting when you're shooting on-location, all by using just your on-camera flash as a bounce flash.

BRING YOUR CAMERAS! This will be a practical demonstration with a live model shoot, so be sure to bring your camera and your flash.

Join Heather Palecek for an introduction to the world of experimental photography, photo materiality (silver, chemistry, light), and the processes for cyanotype, lumen printing, chemigrams, and solargraphy. Learn how she works with these alternative, analog processes and get inspired to push the boundaries of these mediums!

Heather will also be signing her book, "Don’t FIX it yet". This book will give you step-by-step processes for four different techniques that use unfixed darkroom prints in unique ways.

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Bobbi Lane specializes in lighting, environmental portraits, and commercial photography. She has over 40 years of experience, is a Fujifilm X-Photographer, and leads travel photography workshops worldwide with her partner, Lee Varis.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

Purchasing a new camera can be overwhelming as there is a lot to consider and know. If you're not sure where to start, this is the class for you. Fearlessly upgrade from using just your smartphone to a Canon camera and lens! From unboxing your new camera, to printing an image and everything in between, we'll go over setup, button layout, software, and features with focus placed on the Canon EOS R10, EOS R7, and Pro-200 printer. Live demos, how-to, and Q&A... Canon Product Educator Heather Krut will help you make informed decisions towards the next big step in your love of photography!

Topics include:
• Overview of Canon R7 & R10 — and why they're excellent choices for someone looking to own their first Canon mirrorless camera
• How to easily transfer and share images with your smartphone
• Live demos of software included with your Canon camera
• Printing on the Canon Pro-200: software, paper choices

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Roman Kurywczak specializes in macro, nature, and bird photography. He has taught photography all across the country and leads workshops worldwide through his Roman' with Roman Photo Tours.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC, join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor for a lesson! He'll go over the basics of layers (what they are, how to create / move / duplicate / delete them, styles, and more) and filters (blur, sharpening, distorting, etc... and how to use them effectively).

*Register early as class size is very limited.

Join photographer and videographer Billy Kyle as he helps drone owners or future pilots refine their aerial photography skills. He'll share information and valuable tips from the best drone operating procedures and shooting practices to composition techniques and his full editing workflow.

Join director, photographer, and Sony Alpha Female Taylor Ballantyne as she guides you through the process of combining both stills and moving video for today's commercial clients. Watch her live, step-by-step demonstration and learn how you can also incorporate short form videos into your portfolio and watch your business grow!

Learn tips and gain insight into:
• Why short form video asset creation is important to know
• How to direct and move with your subject
• What exactly is a native advertisement?
• Guide to downloading and editing clips
• How this can increase your rates

Join Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis in the loading dock for a fun shoot with our Camera Show models! Learn techniques for balancing light as you shoot with strobes on the models and LED lights on the backgrounds. The strobes on the subject will "freeze" them while the background light can be blurred by shaking, spinning, and zooming the camera with a long exposure. Bobbi and Lee help you shoot these interesting and creative techniques!

Bring your cameras!

What is macro photography? Is it the precise 1:1 rendering of an object? Can it capture emotions or create wonder? Does it have to be sharp? Must it involve a traditional camera? Can it tackle complex social justice issues?

The images that Ron Tarver has made over the years seek to answer some of the questions and raise more. In this talk he will explore personal vision, the creative process and equipment (or the lack thereof) that go into making compelling close-up images.

There are a lot of elements that can help to create a photo with impact. This session with Chris Greer will feature a variety of techniques that he uses to find unique compositions and capture landscapes in ways that viewers appreciate and remember.

There are many images that Chris plans weeks or even months in advance, and others that are captured with a fair amount of serendipity. He'll go over the gear he uses, his approach to finding locations and good light, and the things he thinks about out in the field and in his post-processing. He'll also talk about View Finders, a one-of-a-kind television show that fuses photography with outdoor adventure and education.

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Shiv Verma specializes in wildlife and nature photography. He has over 50 years of experience, is a Panasonic Lumix Global Ambassador, and conducts photo tours and workshops worldwide.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Dale Rio specializes in traditional photographic processes. She is a co-founder and curator of The Halide Project in Philadelphia, a non-profit supporting the local and global photography communities through exhibitions, educational programming, collaborations, and a new community darkroom.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

With the continued capabilities of higher ISO imagery, the world of continuous lights has led us to a whole new frontier of image making. As an “old timer”, Doug Hansgate still remembers shooting with 20Amp Hot lights. Those times are gone, and for the most part that style of imagery is also gone as we've leaned heavily on strobes and high-power studio flash to create our lighting styles.

The quality of the light on our subjects is everything and how we control it even more. This class is designed to teach you how to create light like the old masters and still have the flexibility of creating that beautiful soft light that we all know and love nowadays. Doug will teach you to see light in a whole different way during a live in-class shoot, helping you create looks that could have been found in the archives of the 40s and 50s style lighting books. Come join Doug in this informative and eye-opening exploration of the future!

BRING YOUR CAMERAS!

Join world-renowned photographer Dina Litovsky as she discusses her personal and editorial projects focusing on the ideas of leisure, gender politics and cultural rites and rituals. She'll also touch on new technologies of remote photography and making virtual portraits post-pandemic.

Colors are an essential part of the world. The infinite shades of blues in the sky and the ocean, the delicate greens of vegetation in the Spring time, the gold and reds of foliage in Fall... But what happens when these colors are removed? Suddenly we step away from reality and enter an unfamiliar world where patterns, geometrical shapes and contrasts emerge stronger.

During this lecture, Sony Artisan of Imagery Thibault Roland will discuss Black and White Photography. How to create and use leading lines, textures, and light in order to build dynamic and original photographs. He will illustrate how important it is to visualize and build an image even before pressing the shutter button, and how your overall photography work (including color) can benefit from the rigorous process of creating in B&W.

Join Ryan Collerd for a talk about his work as a freelance photojournalist and documentary photographer.

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Taylor Ballantyne specializes in commercial and advertising photography, as well as video production and direction for music, commercial, and film. She is also a Sony Alpha Female and has worked with Sports Illustrated, Pepsi, Kelly Clarkson, and many more.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

Schedule a portfolio review with a leading industry professional during our Unique Photo Camera Show! Obtain valuable feedback through a one-on-one critique and gain a fresh perspective on how you can take your photography to the next level.


Chris Greer specializes in travel photography and post-processing. He produces and co-hosts the TV Show View Finders, which chronicles the adventures of two photographers in search of beautiful locations to capture.


*Limit 1 portfolio review per person.
*Review time slots CANNOT be switched. Don't be late!
*You may present your images in a physical or online portfolio. Choose/plan your images accordingly to make the most of your time.

Learn how to photograph the night skies, Milky Way, and star trails with Lumix Global Ambassador Shiv Verma! He'll go over techniques for creating star stacks, star trails, timelapse captures, and how to combine ambient light for exceptional astro landscapes.

Additional topics include:
• Shooting base exposures
• Flat frame and dark frame exposures
• Reducing noise in images
• Light painting
• Live Composite shooting in Lumix cameras

Infrared photography is a technique that allows us to discover the world we live in under a different light – literally. It modifies tonalities and contrasts in an image. It captures unique looking images where foliage and other forms of vegetation turn white.

In this lecture, Sony Artisan of Imagery Thibault Roland will use his own work to present the concepts behind infrared photography, and how it can entirely transform your work. He'll discuss some of the options to consider even before pressing the shutter trigger, as well as the equipment needed to capture these unique looking images. You'll learn the different ways to obtain the infrared effect, and what options are available for you to shoot in infrared. The goal of this presentation is to demystify infrared photography and help you decide which approach is best for you, so you can use the technique to take unique-looking and striking images.

Join SIGMA Ambassador Michelle Harris and watch live as she demonstrates how you can get 48 couple portraits in just 8 minutes! Once you know what to do, what to say, and how to use the 5 power poses, you'll be able to utilize these lessons for your next wedding and portrait photography shoot.

The classic High Key is a pure white background with the subject well-illuminated for a bright, happy, and lively feeling. This lighting technique is great for smooth and creamy skin tones, beauty and fashion, kids, brides, and energy. However, lighting a white background requires some technical methods in order to balance to the main light. This seminar and demo with Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis will show you how to achieve great results and how to make it edgy, too. They'll demonstrate many creative methods of lighting by using umbrellas, boxes, grids, and beauty dishes, and show you how to pick one that matches your concept!

Topics include:
• Properly lighting a white background
• Defining the feel of the portrait
• Picking modifiers to match the mood
• Measuring light for proper exposures
• Using lighting ratios to add drama
• Color correcting for excellent skin tone

BRING YOUR CAMERAS!

While everyone can take a nice picture with a perfect sunset, wedding and portrait photographers are often challenged with tricky low lighting situations. Many struggle, but it doesn't have to be that way!

Join wedding and portrait photographer Mike Zawadzki as he guides you through the basics of creating bold, dramatic, and interesting night portraits. With an elevated understanding of flash, white balance, ambient vs. flash exposure, and more, Mike aims to create unique images for all of his wedding couples - rain or shine. You'll see some of his most impressive night portraits and learn his tips on lighting, modifiers/gels, locations, posing, editing, compositions, and how he works through different challenging low-light scenarios.

BRING YOUR CAMERAS!

Learn how to create stunning flower portraits with Padma Inguva! Techniques include using a lightbox, utilizing multiple exposures both in-amera and via photoshop, applying textures to floral images, selective focus, blurred backgrounds, compositional elements, backlighting, and bokeh! Padma will also give tips on processing colors that are considered difficult to photograph, like reds and purples.

"My goal as a photographer is to get people to slow down, unite with the natural world and absorb the beauty of flowers, create an oasis in this rapid, constantly demanding stressful daily life. There is no better way to escape this running-around than spending time looking through a lens. I want to set people on a path of inspiration, hope, joy, and love that comes from an appreciation of these tiny treasures all around us. It gives me immense joy in taking you down a beautiful journey into flowers through my lens where you admire and observe flowers with a whole new perspective and create art that lasts far longer than the flower itself."

BRING YOUR CAMERAS! Padma will demonstrate the art of photographing flowers for translucency using a lightbox. Attendees will have some time afterwards to photographs flowers in this setup.

Did you know that newer mirrorless cameras now 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 to explore. Join Lee Varis to learn and see for yourself!

Join licensed drone pilot Timothy Hughes in the loading dock and learn how to use your drone to shoot and create cinematic footage and videos. There will also be an overview of safe drone practices, pre-flight checks, and operation.

Additional topics include:
• Different types of drones
• Flight modes for different applications
• Connecting your equipment

BRING YOUR DRONES! Weather and time permitting, there may be a chance for you to practice flying with Tim's assistance.

In most people’s mind photography has to be truthful to reality. It has to depict a scene, and atmosphere, and event accurately. But it's so much more than a simple tool to document our lives… It's also a way to express ourselves, our point of view, to share our messages. It's art that can be abstract and minimalistic. It allows us to change what we see based on our emotions and intent.

Long exposure photography embraces that, transforming reality into a dialogue. By stretching the time used to capture a single image, the photographer includes movement in their art: water becomes smooth, clouds create long silky streaks, trees blur out in the wind... the effects are endless. Long exposure is a different mindset. One that comes from within and uses what is out there in order to produce unique and breathtaking images. Images that go beyond documenting and bridge into the Fine Arts.

In this technical lecture, Sony Artisan of Imagery Thibault Roland will introduce long exposure and discuss the equipment needed to shoot with this technique. By the end, you will have a checklist of the different steps to follow, as well as some tips and tricks.

'close to home' is a collaborative photography project between Saleem Ahmed and Billy Cress which started at the beginning of 2020. Join Saleem and Billy for a behind-the-scenes look at the collaborative process from design ideas and layout drafts to the printed zine.

Join Lazarus Baptiste for a photographer’s guide into getting motivated, staying inspired, and seizing the moments to turn your memories into epic photographs.

Join professional nature photographer and workshop leader Roman Kurywczak on an inspirational journey showcasing the magic of the landscapes near and far. Roman will provide you with tips, settings, techniques, as well as necessary gear, for capturing stunning images of your very own – both during the day and at night!

Join Chris Greer to learn more about his post-processing workflow to creating his impactful images. It begins with his approach to capturing images and ensuring sharp focus and excellent exposure no matter how challenging the scene can be. The images will then be processed in Lightroom and in Photoshop to create that strong impact. There are times when he'll blend 3, 4, or more exposures into a single image with the masking tools that Photoshop provides. He'll also share his workflow for managing all of his images, as well as editing, in a live demonstration.

Join Editor and Colorist Ian Schobel as he demonstrates the basics of navigating the Adobe Premiere interface so that you can get started and on your way to editing footage. He'll cover the entire video editing process from import to export.

Topics include:
• Best ways to set up a project file
• Basics of importing footage and assets
• Codecs and formats
• Hotkeys, keyframing, markers, color coding
• Philosophies of editing and editing styles

Join Greg Pallante for a peak behind the curtain of commercial photo production and a discussion about what art directors and editors are looking for in a photographer. Attendees will learn about the collaborative process and the creation of imagery for advertising, marketing, and e-commerce. Learn how to build your book and establish relationships that will allow you to advance your career as a professional.

Creating compelling content to pitch to a potential client takes planning and practice. Join director, photographer, and Sony Alpha Female Taylor Ballantyne as she walks you through some of the best practices for creating impactful stills and video for your portfolio. You'll also see how she interacts and works with talent during a hands-on live demonstration with one of our Camera Show models.

Learn tips and gain insight into:
• How to communicate with your subject and crew on what you want (make them part of the creative process)
• How to direct and take control of your set (be clear and engaging)
• Simple, easy lighting techniques in an uncontrolled environment
• What it's like to work on a live commercial set
• How this can increase your rates

BRING YOUR CAMERAS!

What exactly is ISO, shutter speed and aperture? Have you been trying to get started with your Canon camera but are confused on how these variables work? Join Canon Product Educator Heather Krut to learn the basics of controlling your exposure and how to have control over depth of field, motion, and noise management.

Topics include:
• ISO, Aperture, Shutter Speed
• Canon modes and why you want to get out of the green box
• Additional camera settings, such as autofocus, white balance, and customizations

Without light there is no image. However, when light is applied everything depends on the approach and technique. The choices made can either render images flat and lifeless, or filled with intrigue, drama, and eye-catching beauty.

In this workshop, esteemed image-makers and teachers Juan Ortiz and Wrangel Lubin from Redd Pen Media will walk you through the basics and importance of assessing lighting ratios, how to use light as a part of storytelling, what makes a scene truly cinematic, and much more.

BRING YOUR CAMERAS!

A timelapse video essentially compresses time into a smaller space, creating some exceptional and evocative results. In theory, timelapse videos are easy to create – after all, you simply take a few hundred photos and line them up in a video application. However, if you want to create a stunning, seamless, and flicker-free timelapse video, there's a lot more involved than setting up a camera and capturing the sequence.

With digital cameras, we have infinite possibilities to capture time-lapse sequences and create an exceptional video with even the simplest digital point-and-shoots to DSLRs. Join Lumix Global Ambassdor Shiv Verma and learn the basics necessary to create your own timelapse videos.

Topics include:
• Camera gear
• Camera settings
• Intervalometer settings
• Settings based on the speed of activity
• Creating a quick video using Lightroom
• Creating a video using LR Timelapse

"My interest in taking the photographs that I do is typically guided by light and fueled by a true and genuine love for these spaces, people, machines, or whatever else you may find as a subject in one of my pieces. Similarly, what I photograph on the streets of Philadelphia and elsewhere is truly a body of work piloted by an adoration for the city and the microcosms of different cultural staples within it that make it what it is. This endless pursuit to encompass all of the different Philadelphias that exist and the people and the things that they do that prop those worlds up is the bulk of my portfolio."

Join Olu Okiemute on a personal journey through their many projects in film photography and Philadelphia.

Join SIGMA Ambassador Jack Fusco for tips on shooting the night sky, mixed with exciting and sometimes cautionary tales from his adventures in seeking out dark skies.

Whether planning to shoot the Milky Way from inside a huge sea cave months in advance, or shooting the Northern lights in frigid conditions, each new outing comes with a unique story and inevitable lessons learned. Hear stories from when things didn't go quite as planned in remote and unforgiving locations, and the best ways to continue chasing after the shot while staying safe.