Landscape Photography
Saturday 30 September
Inspiration Point - 10am - 2 Hours
David Eisenbach
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.
Flash Photography Class
Saturday 07 October
Eisenhower Park - 10am - 3 Hours
David Eisenbach
The Flash Photography Class will be a 3-hour class that will include an optional critique session at the 2nd location at the end of the class.
Topics to be covered will be outdoor flash and indoor flash techniques; various exposure techniques for portraiture; "dragging the shutter" technique; techniques for making photos look like no flash was used.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 21 October
Bolsa Chica Wetlands - 10am - 3 Hours
David Eisenbach
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.
Landscape Photography
Saturday 28 October
Inspiration Point - 10am - 2 Hours
David Eisenbach
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.
Flash Photography Class
Saturday 11 November
Eisenhower Park - 10am - 3 Hours
David Eisenbach
The Flash Photography Class will be a 3-hour class that will include an optional critique session at the 2nd location at the end of the class.
Topics to be covered will be outdoor flash and indoor flash techniques; various exposure techniques for portraiture; "dragging the shutter" technique; techniques for making photos look like no flash was used.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 18 November
Bolsa Chica Wetlands - 10am - 3 Hours
David Eisenbach
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 30 September
Riverside Public Library - 10am - 3 Hours
Nicolas Carrillo
Get ready to embark on a thrilling photographic journey and unlock the secrets of your camera!
Are you tired of your camera's automatic mode making all the decisions for you? Well, it's time to take control!
Come and join us for an exhilarating adventure where we'll demystify your camera and unravel the mysteries of shutter speed, aperture, and ISO. These are the magical ingredients that spice up your photos!
But wait, there's more! We're not just going to talk about it; we're going to put your newfound superpowers to the test with the guidance of a pro photographer. They'll be your trusty sidekick as you capture stunning shots and discover your inner photography maestro!
So, don't miss this opportunity to transform your photography skills from ordinary to extraordinary! Sign up now and let's make photography FUN again!
Angles and Views
Saturday 30 September
Wells Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
In this session we'll be looking at how we can challenge ourselves to find new viewpoints and perspectives when out with our camera, and how different angles can tell different photographic stories.
Finding strong landscape compositions using Angles and Point of View.
Composition in Photography
Sunday 08 October
Wells Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
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.
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 14 October
Lago Santa Margarita - 1pm - 3 Hours
Alexander Medina
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
Sunday 22 October
Burbank Walk - 11am - 3 Hours
Firas Aladai
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.
Portraiture With Natural Light
Sunday 05 November
Wells Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
This class is your time to learn and gain a proper understanding of Composition and the importance of light to help boost your photography skills.
We, as a class, will be photographing a model without any on-camera flash or strobe photography. Just the available light, we will walk through, troubleshoot, make adjustments and capture a portrait successfully.
We will also learn how to use light modifiers like a reflector to help capture appropriately exposed shots in not-so-great lighting
Beginner's Photography Class
Saturday 11 November
Riverside Public Library - 10am - 3 Hours
Nicolas Carrillo
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 18 November
North Lake Park - 1pm - 3 Hours
Alexander Medina
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.
Shooting in Manual Mode Class
Sunday 19 November
Wells Street - 11am - 3 Hours
Firas Aladai
This class is for anyone looking to switch their camera mode from Auto to Manual and learn how to shoot using the Manual Mode. The goal is to help everyone become more confident when using their camera settings. We will touch on essential camera functions and the exposure triangle: Shutter Speed, Aperture, and ISO.
Beginner's Photography Class
Sunday 03 December
Burbank Walk - 11am - 3 Hours
Firas Aladai
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 the Park
Sunday 17 December
Wells Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
Come and join us as we explore composition in photography.
Composition is one of the most critical element in photography. Composition is how a photographer arranges the visual elements within their image, frame. I promise you that if you search for information on composition you will find plenty You will find formal rules, opinion, some of which you can trace back to historical art movements and painters.
Even in the digital world, composition remains the key to creating strong images. Composition is what guides our eye through an image and gives importance to the subject. It creates the story for the viewer and how we as photographers convey that message.
This meetup will explore composition using our frame and tools available to us as the photographer.
Shallow Depth of Field
Sunday 14 January
Wells Street - 11am - 2 Hours
Firas Aladai
In this workshop, we will explore the art of creating stunning images with a shallow depth of field.
Our experienced instructor will guide you through the process of understanding and applying the principles of photography, including aperture, focal length, and distance.
We will cover topics such as using a shallow depth of field to create a mood, blurring out distracting backgrounds, and how to use a shallow depth of field to give a bokeh effect behind our subjects to make them pop.
Beginners Floral Watercolor Painting
Saturday 14 October
Moreno Valley - 9am - 2 Hours
Bianca Garcia
Join us for a delightful exploration of the world of watercolor painting, designed especially for beginners. In this engaging workshop, you'll discover the enchanting art of creating vibrant floral compositions using watercolors. Whether you're a budding artist or just looking for a relaxing and creative escape, this event is perfect for you.
Basic Still Life Sketching
Saturday 28 October
Moreno Valley - 12pm - 2 Hours
Bianca Garcia
Unlock your inner artist and embark on a creative journey with our "Basic Still Life Sketching" workshop. Delve into the world of artistic expression as you learn to sketch everyday objects, bringing out their beauty and uniqueness through the strokes of your pencil.