Using Light & Shadow in Photography
Sunday 20 July
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Light and shadow photography is a type of photography that focuses on capturing the interplay between light and shadow in a particular scene. This style of photography often produces dramatic and compelling images that can evoke strong emotions in the viewer.
Harsh light and the contrast between light and shadow can provide some interesting photo
opportunities, as well as some challenges!
In this meetup, we will be looking at how you can use your camera's settings to nail the exposure.
Architecture Photography
Sunday 03 August
Downtown Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Architectural photography can be a great way of exploring and documenting a city, whether it's your home or on holiday. Its about capturing not only the design and accurate representation of a building, but to have the shots be aesthetically pleasing to the viewer's eye. An architectural photographer makes pictures, not takes pictures.
In this session, we will be covering how to better understand Architecture photography and we'll be looking at ways to take some impressive shots and the camera settings to use.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Sunday 24 August
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents!
Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
Traffic Trails
Sunday 05 October
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Photograph the beautiful light-trails of cars and other vehicles in motion, against the panorama of static architecture at night. for this class you will need a tripod and a zoom or wide-angle lens is preferable but you can still get good results with a normal prime or really any lens. It is the exposure and composition that is the important part. Hi-viz clothing and reflective jackets /clothing is advisable.
Street Photography
Sunday 19 October
Downtown Harrisburg - 4pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
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.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Sunday 02 November
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 6pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents!
Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
Motion Blur - Using Blur in Photography
Sunday 16 November
N 6th St, Harrisburg - 5:30pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
Learn to use intentional motion blur to enhance your photography. We will cover a range of blurring techniques including long exposures, panning and intentional camera movement for artistic purposes. Not all blurry photos are accidents!
Knowing how to control the blur can help lead you to new creative opportunities, expanding your photographic possibilities.
Natural Light Portraits
Sunday 07 December
West Creek Hills - 2pm - 2 Hours
Robert Bonsall
This meet-up will explore how we can take beautiful portraits using natural light and backgrounds. We will explore how to recognise flattering light and how to manipulate it whilst shooting in a less controlled environment than a studio. We will explore how we can work collaboratively with our subject to achieve a portrait that captures their personality and style. We will also look at posing and setting your subject at ease. Technical learning points will include accurate focusing and metering for skin tones.
Wildlife Photography Meetup
Saturday 19 July
Lancaster County - 10am - 3 Hours
Ruben Mills
It can be a lot of fun to photograph the great outdoors with scenic vistas and amazing wildlife. In this meetup, we'll review the basic camera settings, focusing on the best settings for landscapes. We'll discuss some of the techniques you can use in your landscape and wildlife photography. Then we'll put your new knowledge to work with some fun and challenging exercises.
Headshot Photography Class
Saturday 09 August
Lancaster, Pa - 10am - 3 Hours
Ruben Mills
This class will teach you how to create professional headshots, focusing on posing and lighting to showcase your client's personality and brand effectively. We'll cover techniques for tightly framed shots from the shoulders up.
Painting with Watercolors Meetup
Saturday 23 August
Lower Paxton Township, PA 17112 - 10am - 2 Hours
Autumn Edwards
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
Studio Portraits
Saturday 23 August
Longs Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Ruben Mills
Portait to capture a subjects personality
Long Exposure Photography
Saturday 30 August
Longs Park, Lancaster, Pa - 10am - 2 Hours
Ruben Mills
Learn the basics of long exposure to capture light trails along with tripod photography. Long exposure refers to a technique where you keep the shutter open for an unusually long period of time. This results in interesting effects in your photographs.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 06 September
Lancaster County - 10am - 3 Hours
Ruben Mills
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.
Lighting with the use of strobes
Saturday 13 September
Longs Park - 10am - 2 Hours
Ruben Mills
understanding the use of strobe lighting in portraits, controlling the use of light
Paint and Sip - Painting Flowers and Plants
Sunday 27 July
City View Dr, Lancaster - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Join us for a relaxing Paint and Sip session focused on painting beautiful flowers and plants. Enjoy a creative session while indulging in your favorite beverages.
Paint and Sip - Still Life Painting
Saturday 16 August
Rockford Rd - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Please bring your own supplies, including watercolor painting materials, for a fun and creative session with friends or solo!
Painting with Watercolors Meetup
Saturday 23 August
Lower Paxton Township, PA 17112 - 10am - 2 Hours
Autumn Edwards
Unlock the captivating realm of artistic expression with our Painting with Watercolors class. Immerse yourself in the fluidity and transparency of watercolor paints, allowing your creativity to flow freely onto paper. This class is an invitation to explore the unique qualities of watercolors, from delicate washes to bold strokes, as you learn essential techniques and unleash your imagination. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned artist, our experienced instructor will guide you through the mesmerizing world of watercolor painting, fostering a supportive environment for growth and self-expression. Join us for a transformative journey where you can cultivate your skills, discover the joy of painting, and create stunning, evocative artworks with the timeless beauty of watercolors.
Paint and Sip - Painting Flowers and Plants
Saturday 30 August
City View Dr, Lancaster - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Join us for a relaxing Paint and Sip session focused on painting beautiful flowers and plants. Enjoy a creative session while indulging in your favorite beverages.
Urban Sketch
Saturday 20 September
Rockford Rd - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Embrace the vibrant spirit of urban sketching! Join us for a dynamic session where we'll explore the cityscape through quick sketches and lively strokes. No experience necessary just bring your enthusiasm and artistic flair. Let's capture the essence of the city one sketch at a time!
Paint and Sip - Painting Flowers and Plants
Saturday 11 October
City View Dr, Lancaster - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Join us for a relaxing Paint and Sip session focused on painting beautiful flowers and plants. Enjoy a creative session while indulging in your favorite beverages.
Bird Water Color Painting
Saturday 08 November
W Grant St - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
In this workshop, we will explore the art of painting birds using watercolour techniques.
We will cover topics such as color mixing, brush techniques, and composition, and provide you with step-by-step instructions to create your own bird painting. You will have the opportunity to work on your own painting, with guidance and feedback from our instructors.
Please bring:
Watercolor Pad paper
Paint brushes
Watercolor paint
Paint palette.
Christmas Cards Designing
Saturday 13 December
W Grant St - 12:30pm - 2 Hours
Moselyn Sandy
Celebrate the spirit of the season with our Christmas Cards Designing event! Join us for a creative and festive evening as we gather to design personalized holiday cards, spreading joy and warmth to friends and family. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting, come together to craft unique, heartfelt greetings that capture the magic of the holiday season.
Holiday Traditional Drawing.
